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Part of the Small Isles snorkel trail!
The small sandy beach of Port na Caranean is a remote hideaway accessed at low tide only, making it ideal for those with adventurous spirits.
Enjoy clear blue water with a range of stunning seaweeds, you might see an otter or seal too.
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 Rum Ferry Terminal, walk away from the terminal area and as the road begins to curve, take the footpath going east towards the otter hide. Pass the hide on your left then continue onwards for another 15 minutes (~40 minutes walk between the ferry pier and bay). This path is narrow, uneven and not suitable for small children.
Nearest facilities, including general store and craft shop, are in Kinloch village (~15 minute walk from ferry terminal).
Access Google Maps location pin here (TBC).
By rail
Not applicable
By bus
Not applicable
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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.
Snorkelling can be dangerous and is done entirely at your own risk. Information is provided free of charge; it is your responsibility to check the conditions present on the day and assess whether it is safe to snorkel.
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
Rum, Port na Caranean
Muck, Gallanach Bay
Eigg, Galmisdale Bay
Canna, Tarbert Bay
Canna, Coroghan Bay
Local group
Local Group 1
