HOME PAGE . . THE TRIPS
 
.....Jump on board for a thrilling trip along the Banffshire coast. Whether we go East or West you will enjoy the feeling of being close to the water at high speed and stopping for fascinating wildlife viewings.

.....Coastal scenery beaches, high cliff faces and rocky outcrops can all be seen from the boat along with quaint seaside villages along the way.

.....The Boat...

.....TROUP 1 is a 7.3 metre Northcraft Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) designed to be used in all weather conditions. The boat is fully equipped and licensed for 12 people and meets the high standards of the Marine and Coastguard Agency(MCA).


.....Lifejackets, waterproofs, hats and gloves are provided, but we advise you to bring warm clothing with you. You will see the seating is jockey style, which is very supportive to the back and also you can tuck your kids in tight between you!

.....The Skipper...

.....Skipper is Alan Towns. He is a local man who is MCA/RYA qualified and has sailed and dived this stretch of open and rugged coastline for 20 years.

.....The Location...

.....The boat leaves from Whitehills Marina twice daily, weather permitting (head from Banff toward Elgin for 2 miles and turn right for Whitehills). The times of the trips will be detailed on a board at the Marina.

.....Evening trips are available by appointment if you want to see the sun setting over the spectacular coastline.


.....Marine wildlife includes Bottlenose Dolphins, Porpoise, Minkie Whale and even Basking Shark have been spotted in the summer. The waters are also home to playful Grey and Common Seals.
.....The Moray Firth is full of marine life with frequent sightings from May to September.







.....The coastline has an amazing array of birdlife species and the most popular and famous has to be the Gannets at Troup Head.
.....This is the only mainland colony in Scotland and is a RSPB wildlife reserve. To see the stunning cliffs and nesting birds from the water is truly an experience.
.....The cliffs at Troup Head offer the chance to see Gannets, Puffins, Razorbills, Guillimot, Kittiwakes, Fulmars, Cormorants, Shags and Herring Gulls - right above your head!
.....We are very careful when watching wildlife and adhere to the rules on how to watch marine mammals and birds. Remember, sometimes you won’t get as far on your trip because we are lucky enough to sight Dolphins.






We operate as a non-profit organisation. . . .Affordability is guaranteed.

Mobile: 07814 608716. . .. Telephone: 01261 861494



Troup Tours is grateful for the support it has received from Aberdeenshire Council.

Troup Tours Limited is a Company Registered in Scotland having its registered office at 25 Knock Street Whitehills. Company No: 324226
Company Directors: Alan Gregor Towns and Carla Elizabeth Towns


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