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Part of the Small Isles snorkel trail!
The spectacular Gallanach Bay isn’t one to be overlooked when planning your snorkel adventures; this stunning sandy bay packs a punch in terms of wow factor both above and below the waves.
This sheltered bay offers beginner snorkellers incredible sights to see when snorkelling around the Isle of Coralag. Discover kelp forests teeming with life from pipefish to plaice, velvet swimming crabs to various starfish species.
More confident snorkellers can also explore the bays west side; please note that tides are stronger here. Note that seals rest of the bay’s east side so please snorkel responsibly to avoid disturbance.
Be vigilant of boats and buoy ropes; make yourself visible to other marine users by using a high-visibility marker (e.g. bright tow float/swim cap).
Plan a visit
By road
The Small Isles can be reached by boat from Arisaig (via Arisaig Marine) or Mallaig (via CalMac).
Visitors cannot take cars onto the islands however bicycles are encouraged.
From Port Mor (Muck ferry terminal), walk 30 minutes north, past the Tearoom and Community Hall to reach Gallanach Bay, which lies next to Gallanach Lodge.
Access Google Maps location pin here (TBC).
By rail
Not applicable
By bus
Not applicable
Provided by Google Maps
Here is the wind forecast and tide times for this snorkel site. It is your responsibility to assess whether these conditions are suitable for snorkelling.
Other considerations
Please be a responsible snorkeller; do not touch, take or tease wildlife.
This area is home to breeding seabirds (April-September) and seals (harbour seals June-July, grey seals August-December). Please behave responsibly and stay distant, wildlife should be left undisturbed. For more information see sealalliance.org and nature.scot. Avoid disturbing ground-nesting birds and livestock; follow the Outdoor Access and Marine Wildlife Watching codes.
Please read our top tips to being a safe and responsible snorkeller.
Share your snorkel stories #ScottishSnorkelTrails
We have worked hard with coastal communities and organisations across Scotland to create these snorkel trails, to:
We would therefore love to hear your feedback on how you’ve found using them! From photos, videos and artwork to posts, blogs and more – every piece of little or large feedback will be read and valued! You can share them with us via email (livingseas@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk), Facebook (@Scottish Wildlife Trust) or Bluesky (@scotwildlife.bsky.social) – use the #ScottishSnorkelTrails.
FURTHER READING
Nearby reserves
Eigg, Galmisdale Bay
Rum, The Old Pier
Rum, Port na Caranean
Canna, Tarbert Bay
Canna, Coroghan Bay
Local group
Local Group 1
