Trips and tours, Shetland, Holiday planning, Walks Eleanor Stones Trips and tours, Shetland, Holiday planning, Walks Eleanor Stones

A trip to Papa Stour with Simmer Dim Charters

For many people visiting Shetland, a trip to one or more of the outer isles is always on the itinerary, and in Shetland, visitors are spoilt for choice. With 16 inhabited islands, 15 of them available to visit – nine by inter-island ferry – it can be tricky to pick which one to explore.

This week, I will show you why you should visit one of the lesser-explored islands, and this blog focuses on Papa Stour, with Simmer Dim Charters.

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10 things to know about visiting Shetland

10 Things to Know Before Visiting Shetland!

Planning a trip to Shetland? Here are some key things to keep in mind:

Book accommodation early – 8-12 months in advance is best!
16 inhabited islands – Choose wisely based on what you want to see.
Two seasons: summer & winter – Spring & autumn are fleeting!
One base is enough – No need to move around to see it all.
Cruise ship days are busy – Plan visits to Lerwick accordingly.
Getting here – You can only arrive by ferry or plane.
Winter closures – Many attractions shut from autumn to spring.
Puffins are seasonal – Visit between mid-April and mid-August.
Book tours & meals ahead – Guides & trips fill up fast in summer.
Stay longer! – Most visitors leave wishing they had more time.

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30 years of Seabirds & Seals - Noss Boat tours

Impressive sights from the Gannet colony at Noss with Seabirds & Seals If you're looking to experience some of Shetland's incredible wildlife, you definitely need to add a trip to Noss to your list of things to see and do in Shetland. Joining Seabirds & Seals recently, I was able to 'act the tourist' for a morning and witness the incredible gannet colonies of Noss. ​ The experience is an astonishing spectacle – the natural world's equivalent of a teeming seabird a [...]

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