Elgol

When Is the Best Time

All year round / Recommendation: From mid-April to mid-June the climate is milder due to Gulf Stream in Western Scotland, longer days and great colours. Avoid peak tourist month of August.

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Location and Tips

Scotland, Elgol, Isle of Skye
United Kingdom
United Kingdom

Elgol is a village on the beautiful Isle of Skye. You can experience fine sunsets over the panorama of the Cuillin hills here. You can also go on a boat trip and see dolphins and eagles. The boat can take you to the beautiful Loch Coruisk and also to the islands of Canna and Rum. The place is accessible by a single track road. The village has a restaurant and cafe. You can stay here at B&B. Elgol is also the starting place of the walk to Camasunary.

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