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View the stunning scenery on the east coast as we travel to Sumburgh Head at the southern tip of the islands. We’ll spend an hour here looking for those cheeky little puffins who nest in the cliffs and hatch their baby pufflings. There are many other species of birds to see, including guillemots and kittiwakes.
Sumburgh Head is home to the oldest lighthouse in Shetland (built 1821). Take a look inside the engine room, interactive visitor centre and gift shop. Look out across ‘Da Roost’ where the Atlantic Ocean and North Sea meet, admire the spectacular panoramic views all around.
The journey back north showcases the west coast with views over Spiggie and Rerwick, where seals often sunbathe, and to St Ninians Isle with its stunning sand tombolo and rich Viking history. We then continue through picturesque villages as we make our way back to Lerwick.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Layby bus stop opposite the Thule Bar
Itinerary
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1Clickimin Broch
We start our tour in Lerwick with a photo stop opportunity at the famous Clickimin Broch - a sophisticated type of stone-built round house found only in Scotland. Clickimin Broch has evidence of settlement spanning over a thousand years
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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We pause at Hoswick Visitor Centre in Sandwick, the home of Shetland Knitwear, where there will be time to browse the gift shop, find out about the history & heritage from the many exhibits and enjoy light refreshments at the Café. There are several traditional knitwear shops close by displaying beautiful, crafted items.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Sumburgh Head Lighthouse
Sumburgh Head – the most southerly point of mainland Shetland – home to vast array of birdlife, including those cheeky puffins. Sumburgh Lighthouse is the oldest in Shetland, dating back to the 1820’s and designed by Robert Stevenson. There is also a Visitor Centre and Café plus spectacular views.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4St Ninian's Isle
On the return to Lerwick, we have a photo stop to see the stunning St Ninians Isle with its sand tombolo. Viking treasure was found on St Ninian’s Isle in 1958 when a schoolboy unearthed the valuable hoard of silver items
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Another brief photo stop to view the impressive Mousa Broch as we head north. Please note - any time not accounted for is travel time between locations.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Sumburgh Head involves a steep, paved climb
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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