Top Edinburgh Sailing Trips

I can’t recommend this experience enough! What a lovely, unique way to spend a day! We were welcomed onboard with a nice cup of tea by really friendly, chatty crew before setting sail under the famous bridges on the Firth of Forth, we were lucky enough to have the company of a dolphin on our way out of the marina and some really nice passengers to chat to. You are asked if you’d like a go at sailing the yacht which is good fun and I’d recommend but there’s no pressure to do so. We came back into the marina at lunchtime for a quick pit stop and for the half day people to swap over. There are some wee cafes and shops at the marina which we didn’t know were there if you want to grab a quick bite to eat. Then we re boarded and headed out in the other direction up to Blackness Castle. The crew are very knowledgeable about the area and are great to chat to but if you want to be left alone just to enjoy the scenery you can absolutely be left in peace too. We were very lucky with the weather (almost too lucky when the wind disappeared!) and we had some great people on board to chat to (special thanks to Judith the birthday girl for sharing her champagne, it really did add extra joy to our day!) It was a fabulous day and wonderful to see these famous bridges from a different perspective! Thank you Colin for the best day out! Helen & John

Wonderful way to spend three hours on the Firth of Forth! The catamaran was spotlessly clean and the crew were very friendly and chatty. You could have a go at sailing the boat if you wanted, but you were left alone if that is what you wanted. We were welcomed onboard with a lovely cup of coffee and then set off.We were accompanied by a dolphin for part of the way and saw a couple of seals catching sunshine on bouys. Stunning scenery and could see Edinburgh Castle and Arthur's Seat. Recommend this trip.

When I checked the weather for Edinburgh and the Firth of Forth I must confess I was concerned. However, the skipper and his crew were capable and confident under reefed sails - even to allow myself and another aspiring sailor opportunities at the helm. A lovely day on the water with all kinds of weather. For those of you who enjoy sailing - this is a “don’t miss” opportunity.

Delighted I booked this for my dad’s 80th. Great choice! There were 3 of us, including my 20yr old son and we absolutely loved it! Massive thanks to skipper Colin and Simon who were fantastic on every level and made us all feel so welcome on-board this beautiful boat for a perfect day. Everybody had the opportunity to take a wee turn at taking the helm. We were blessed with great weather which also helps. Next stop - sailing lessons for myself and young Ryan! 🚢😂

Thank you so much to Colin and Harry for our trip yesterday! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the sail and they had nothing but great things to say on our drive home. We did 3-4 hours of sailing, stopped for lunch in Oban and then continued for another 3-4 hours of sailing in the afternoon. We were allowed to be hands on and get involved in the activity as much or as little as we liked. Very welcoming and accommodating. Would recommend as it's a great day out.

We had a wonderful morning out in the Firth of Forth on our taster sailing experience. Lovely host, very welcoming and would highly recommend.

We went on the full day sailing trip from Dunstaffnage marina with another couple Colin and Heather. We sailed from 9am and got back to the marina at 4.45pm. On the trip we sailed past Castle Stalker which was a treat and along the way got a surprise when we spotted a pod of dolphins jumping out of the loch. The team are great who were welcoming and made you feel part of the experience. Captain Colin came across knowledgeable, trustworthy and made you feel like you were in safe hands. Simon and Graham were both capable and friendly crew. Plenty of laughs and would recommend highly.

We had a wonderful time on the Catamaran with stunning views of the bridges and a chance to steer too. Staff are knowledgeable, friendly and relaxed. Highly recommended.

Colin and the crew were awesome and very personable! I loved being allowed to sail the boat for a few minutes.

We had a fabulous half day sailing trip under the forth bridges a couple of weeks ago . Highly recommend this company . Very professional/ knowledgeable but friendly too . My husband had a go at sailing the catamaran which he loved ! . We had a beautiful afternoon for sailing though sometimes a little windy . 3 1//2 hours of actually bliss , so relaxing . Hoping to book up again for next year 😍 .

Fabulous afternoon sailing in the Forth with Colin. 10 of us altogether but the boat was not crowded. Mix of experienced and inexperienced sailors and we all got to sail, tack etc over the afternoon. Brilliant day out and highly recommended!

Professional, highly knowledgeable and friendly crew. Happy and willing to accommodate requests. Overall, a wonderful day out! We would definitely go out again next time we visit Edinburgh. Thanks, Colin and Eric!

What a Lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Great sailing under the bridges and up to Blackness. Colin great skipper, even allowed my husband a go at the wheel. Even although we are local I would highly recommend to all Edinburgers and visitors alike ! Will certainly return with mine.

Fantastic way to celebrate a big birthday. We sailed with Colin and Forrester out of Dunstaffnage and had a brilliant day. So much wildlife to see - many sea birds, seals, porpoises, dolphins and even a sea eagle. We just missed the mythical wild piglets of Pig Island but we hope to go back and see them another time. If you're looking for a very special experience, a day's sailing with Edinburgh Boat Charters is for you!

We had a fantastic trip with Colin out of Port Edgar last summer 2020 and this summer 2021 on his catamaran. We loved it so much that we decided to travel to the west coast and sail out of Oban on Inspired Capital, his beautiful sailing boat. Colin was fantastic with my three boys, 11,8 and 6 and got them all involved. They loved searching for wildlife with the binoculars, tugging on ropes, jumping in the freezing cold sea and even playing hide and seek on the boat - Colin was very patient! The scenery was spectacular and my boys loved the open air as did my mother. My husband loved having the chance to sail again and navigate through the Corryvreckan whirl pools which my boys found amazing - they are definitely worth seeing.Colin was great company- always kind and extremely patient with three bouncy boys who are now very keen to go again!Do book!

Had a fantastic trip from Port Edgar around the Bass Rock into Anstruther. Very relaxed atmosphere onboard and great to see dolphins, seals, puffins and of course the Gannets on Bass Rock. decent coffee as well !