Barra Head Marilyn Islands: June 2023
Trip summary
Two separate one-day boat trips with the purpose of summiting the five island Marilyns south of Barra that can only be reached by boat.
Dates
18 & 19 June 2023
Co-ordinator
David Chapman
Trip itinerary
Visiting on both days:
1. Muldoanich (154m). NL 689940
2. Cairn Galtar (207m) – Sanday NL 640915
3. The Hoe (171m) – Pabbay. NL 593872
4. Carnan (273m) – Mingulay. NL 553828
5. Sron an Duin (195m) – Berneray. NL 548802
Places available
The boat will take a maximum of 12 clients on each day, making 24 places available over the two days.
Departure or meeting place
Meet with the boat ‘Boy James’ at Castle Bay, Barra. Arrive by 06:30h for a prompt departure at 07:00h on both days.
Accommodation
Currently not arranged by Trip Organiser.
Suggest this should be organised by each individual independently.
Challenges and competences needed
The ability to get on & off the boat and / or a small tender.
Businesses arranged through
Operator
Francis Gillies
Mingulay Boat Trips
4 Caolis
Vatersay
Isle of Barra
HS9 5YL
01871 810679
Cost
The boat costs £1200 per day.
If fully booked over the two days with 24 clients, this will make it only £100 per person.
Reserve or enquire about trip
Please contact David Chapman by email: cdchapman1380@gmail.com.