Hire a licence-free boat in Scotland on the Caledonian Canal
Boat rental in Scotland. Discover the highlights of this river cruise between Inverness and Fort William
From Laggan, there are a number of routes to choose from. You can head to Inverness for a cruise on Loch Ness or to Fort William to navigate in the heart of the Scottish countryside. It's a 96km journey along the waterways. You can start your river cruise in Laggan.
Cities and villages to discover during your cruise
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Navigation requirements for licence-free boating in Scotland
Navigation on the Caledonian Canal is very easy, most of the time you'll be navigating on wide lakes, but do take care on the lakes in windy conditions. The smaller sections of the canal have 29 locks operated by lock keepers. Please note that life jackets must be worn in the locks. During the summer season, the locks are open from 08:00 to 18:00, they will be closed for one hour for lunch between 12:00 and 14:00. Sheltered moorings are always located close to the wide open waters of Loch Ness, Loch Oich and Loch Lochy. The canal also offers a wide range of moorings. Please note that moorings and facilities are subject to a charge, so an additional charge will be made when you book. On your river cruise in Scotland, diesel will not be charged per hour of navigation as in other regions. You will be charged by the litre on the return journey. You will be asked to pay an advance before departure.
You can start your licence-free boat cruise on the Caledonian Canal in Laggan. Before starting your cruise, you will receive a short one hour training to learn how to navigate your licence-free boat and to familiarise yourself with the operation of the controls.
- Discovering the Loch Ness Monster
- Many typical pubs
- Cruise through the Scottish mountains
The smaller sections of the canal have 29 locks operated by lock keepers. There are only about 10 locks on most cruising routes. Life jackets must be worn in the locks.
Opening hours: During the busy summer season, the locks are open from 08:00 to 18:00. The locks are closed for one hour for lunch between 12:00 and 14:00.
Public holidays: no closing days
Navigation is very easy, mostly on large lakes.
However, you should be careful on the lakes in windy conditions.
Moorings and equipment are not free, so you will be charged for your reservation.
Possible cruises in The Caledonian Canal.
Laggan
round trip
Laggan
round trip
Here is the list of possible cruises on the Caledonian Canal
From €348 / pers
Week of the 8/20/24 to 8/27/24
- Max. people : 10
- Cabins : 4
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Dual cockpit
Bow thruster
Microwave
Air freshener
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €490 / pers
Week of the 5/27/24 to 6/3/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 3
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Dual cockpit
Bow thruster
Microwave
Air freshener
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €387 / pers
Week of the 8/20/24 to 8/27/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Dual cockpit
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €392 / pers
Week of the 8/20/24 to 8/27/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Dual cockpit
Microwave
Air freshener
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €392 / pers
Week of the 8/20/24 to 8/27/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 3
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Dual cockpit
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €390 / pers
Week of the 5/29/24 to 6/5/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 3
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Dual cockpit
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €305 / pers
Week of the 5/15/24 to 5/22/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Dual cockpit
Microwave
Air freshener
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €475 / pers
Week of the 8/20/24 to 8/27/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 3
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Dual cockpit
Bow thruster
Microwave
Air freshener
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €315 / pers
Week of the 5/15/24 to 5/22/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 3
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Dual cockpit
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €356 / pers
Week of the 5/22/24 to 5/29/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Dual cockpit
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €308 / pers
Week of the 5/13/24 to 5/20/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Dual cockpit
Microwave
Air freshener
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €495 / pers
Week of the 5/25/24 to 6/1/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 3
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Dual cockpit
Bow thruster
Microwave
Air freshener
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €305 / pers
Week of the 5/17/24 to 5/24/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Dual cockpit
Microwave
Air freshener
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €390 / pers
Week of the 5/31/24 to 6/7/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 3
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Dual cockpit
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €323 / pers
Week of the 5/17/24 to 5/24/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Dual cockpit
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €415 / pers
Week of the 5/31/24 to 6/7/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 2
- Bathroom & Toilet : 2
Dual cockpit
Electric toilets
220 v socket
From €481 / pers
Week of the 5/31/24 to 6/7/24
- Max. people : 6
- Cabins : 3
- Bathroom & Toilet : 3
Dual cockpit
Bow thruster
Microwave
Air freshener
Electric toilets
220 v socket
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