Viewpoints · Scottish Highlands
Elgol Viewpoint
Elgol Viewpoint is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Best time of year
- Clear days year-round
- Paid entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Elgol Viewpoint is a named viewpoint in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 57.1459°, -6.1036°. This entry is part of The Great Britain Guide, a free, ad-free, open-data tourist directory.
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Official information
Elgol Viewpoint offers exhilarating wildlife and whale-watching boat trips from the Isle of Skye. Visitors can experience breathtaking scenery and unique wildlife, including Minke whales, dolphins, and various seabirds. The tours are conducted on Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats, providing a thrilling adventure on the water.
Place summary
Elgol Viewpoint is a prominent lookout located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode IV49. It offers expansive views of the surrounding landscape, including the rugged coastline and the distant Cuillin mountains. The site is known for its dramatic scenery and is a popular spot for photography and nature observation.
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- Coordinates
- 57.1459, -6.1036
- District
- Highland
- Postcode
- IV49 9BJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
- Phone
- 01471 866244
- Official site
- aquaxplore.co.uk
Sources
- osm: n2922923215 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Elgol Viewpoint?
- Elgol Viewpoint is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode IV49 9BJ).
- What is Elgol Viewpoint?
- Elgol Viewpoint is a viewpoint in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Elgol Viewpoint?
- Drivers can use postcode IV49 9BJ.
- Is Elgol Viewpoint free to visit?
- Yes, Elgol Viewpoint is free to enter.
- How do I get to Elgol Viewpoint?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode IV49 9BJ. It sits within the Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire parliamentary constituency.