From the romantic vision of Eilean Donan Castle to the wild beauty of the Outer Hebrides and the rugged cliffs of distant St Kilda, Skye and the North West offers an irresistible mix of landscapes and seascapes with many opportunities to spend time ashore.

These are some of the treasures that lie in wait beyond Ardnamurchan Point, the westernmost extremity of the British mainland. If sailing from the south it is well worth stopping off at the fine anchorage of Loch Moidart or picking up a mooring at Arisaig.

Discover the aerial guides to some of these stunning locations here