Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
With a list of more than 250 recorded bird species, Islay also attracts birdwatchers. It's
an important wintering ground for thousands of white-fronted and barnacle geese. As well
as the whisky and wildfowl, there are miles of sandy beaches, pleasant walking trails, and
good food and drink.
There's a campsite and bunkhouse at Kintra, near Port Ellen, and a campsite and youth
hostel in Port Charlotte. If you want to camp elsewhere, ask permission first. Camping is
prohibited on the Ardtalla and Dunlossit estates on the eastern side of Islay.
Tours
Islay Wilderness Guide
(
01496-850010;
www.islaywildernessguide.co.uk
; )
Offers wild food foraging trips,
and wildlife safaris by bike or on foot (£30/60 per half-/full day). There are also family bi-
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