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Book Jacobite Cruises for some of the best sightseeing tours in the Loch Ness
Brimming with history and tales of the world's shyest monster, the Loch Ness is home to castles, monuments and the finest of Scotland's scenery. Board Jacobite Cruises and experience the greatest sightseeing trips in Scotland - you have to sail it to believe it...
Set sail with Santa in Scotland this Christmas
13th, 14th, 15th, 20th, 21st & 22nd December 2024 - For a limited time only!
Celebrate the magic and festivities of the Christmas season surrounded by Scotland's beautiful scenery when you board Jacobite's Santa Cruise!
- Discover the Santa Cruise and experience a unique way to celebrate the Christmas season
- Enjoy an unforgettable blend of festive fun and stunning scenery
- Board at Dochgarroch, a short trip from Inverness
- Enjoy a 1-hour cruise with Christmas' favourite festivity; Santa Claus himself!
- Meet Santa Claus and his band of happy little elves
- Set sail on the Caledonian Canal and cruise through the waters of Loch Dochfour
- Weather permitting, you'll venture out to the legendary Loch Ness and see if Nessie is celebrating this season!
- Make the most of your day and get snap-happy with your camera!
- Fill up your belly with festive treats available onboard
Enjoy Christmas on the beautiful waters of the Scottish Highlands and explore the beautiful scenery during the winter season with Saint Nicholas himself!
Spend Christmas in Scotland on board the Santa Cruise
About your Santa Cruise:
- Boarding Point: Dochgarroch Loch, IV3 8JG
- Recommended Arrival Time: 45 minutes prior to departure
- Duration: 1-hour
- Includes: Adults receive complimentary hot drink and mince pie. Children ages 1-11 receive complimentary snack, juice and gift from Santa Claus.
- Please note: Upon arrival, please approach Santa's friendly elves and shore crew and provide details of your booking. You'll then be guided on further instructions.
Book Jacobite Cruises tickets now for one of the best Christmas Cruises and Christmas events in Scotland!
How to find us
The departure points for Jacobite Cruises vary. Please check your selected tour and ensure you attend the correct meeting location.
- Clansman Harbour: IV3 8AU
- Dochgarroch Lock: IV3 8JG
- Inverness Bus Station: IV1 1LT
- Wheelchair accessible (Check FAQ's)
- Food and drink
- Toilets
- Parking nearby
- Jacobite Cruises that depart from Dochgarroch are suitable for wheelchair users and people with restricted mobility, and the Jacobite Maverick provides disabled toilets on-board.
- Cruises departing from Clansman Harbour are not suitable for wheelchair users, as disembarking at Urquhart Castle is not possible.
- Jacobite Cruises welcome dogs on board, however they must be booked on at the checkout (free of charge).
- There is a maximum of 5 dogs allowed per cruise.
- Please note that there can be more than one tour on each boat and there is no guarantee that there will be no dogs on board at your time of sailing.
Jacobite Cruises serve a selection of Scottish produce on the vessel!
- Hot and cold drinks
- Light snacks
- Wee dram
- Parking is available for free at the Clansman Hotel.
- Parking is available for free at Dochgarroch Locks.