Isle of Skye Walkthrough
Isle of Skye Walkthrough

Take a look at our beautiful Isle of Skye – also known as our honeymoon boat due to her generous sized double cabin: perfect for couples!
Discover Why Caley Cruisers is the Best Choice for Boat Hire

Trust us, it’s an adventure you don’t want to miss! When it comes to choosing the best boat hire for your needs, we know you have a few options in the UK. At Caley Cruisers, we strive to provide unparalleled…
Maddy’s Recommendations

Part 1 of our Staff Recommendations series highlighting our favoritethings to see and do along the canal.
Islay Class – new for 2024

Come and explore our new boat with us.
Torridon – ‘I Wanna Know’

Eye spy with my little eye Torridon filming on a Torridon. It was great to have the guys with us at the end of last year filming their new single. Check it out here:
Kinging-It Travel Blog

We were delighted to work with Craig and Aimee on their new blog with Visit Scotland and Scottish Canals. They tried boat life for 72 hours. Was it for them?
The Highlands are one of the “Best of the World” destinations to visit in 2023!

It’s no surprise that the Highlands are one of National Geographic’s top 5 places to visit in the world in 2023. Check out the full story here:
200th Anniversary of the Union & Caledonian Canal

We’re gearing up for a big year of celebrations as 2022 marks the 200th anniversaries of the Union and Caledonian canals opening. Once the transport arteries that stoked the fires of the industrial revolution, today Scotland’s canals are home to cyclists…
Bike rental available with your boat hire

To explore the Great Glen further while out on your cruise we offer bike hire. Bikes fit nicely on the bow of the boats and make it easy to get into Fort William and Drumnadrochit from the moorings. Adults bikes…
Last cast iron swing bridge in UK

When the Caledonian Canal was opened in 1822 all bridges for canal crossings were cast iron. Several were installed but only Moy Swing Bridge survives. The bridge is operated by hand from each side and the bridge keeper has to…
Caley Cruisers have been offering boating holidays on Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal since 1970 and we celebrated our 50th anniversary in 2020! Weekly or short break charter is available from April to October inclusive. No previous boating experience necessary as full training given. Cruising 60 miles of Europes most beautiful inland waterways will be one of the most memorable experiences you will ever have. So if you are looking for the perfect boating holiday in Scotland, or Caledonian Canal boat hire look no further.
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