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Experience a wildlife viewing adventure like no other with Adventure Life's 5 Wildlife Viewing Tours in the Orkney Islands for 2026 and 2027. Discover the wild beauty of this northern archipelago, located off Scotland's north coast, where you can admire breathtaking landscapes and observe a variety of elusive creatures. Spot iconic species such as seals, puffins, dolphins, whales, and ospreys in their natural habitat. Immerse yourself in the charm of these ancient isles that will captivate your imagination every step of the way. Tours ranging from 8 to 17 days, starting at $8,390, provide an unmissable opportunity to explore all that these enchanting islands have to offer. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip to the Orkney Islands!
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Kayaking in Scotland.
from $14,695
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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Edinburgh’s historic sites
  • Discover Troon’s charming coast
  • Marvel at Orkney’s ancient wonders
  • Visit St Kilda’s seabird colonies
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Edinburgh / Aberdeen
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Small Ship Sailing
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Edinburgh to Aberdeen aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Scotland's untamed islands. Discover the ancient Hebrides and lush Orkney Islands, encounter wildlife along scenic coastlines, and experience local culture in charming villages while enjoying Scotland's renowned whisky.
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Puffin, Fair Isle, Scotland
from $15,095
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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Edinburgh’s historic sites
  • Discover Troon’s charming coast
  • Marvel at Orkney’s ancient wonders
  • Visit St Kilda’s seabird colonies
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Edinburgh / Aberdeen
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Whale Watching, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Archaeological Site Visits, Snorkeling
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Experience the stunning landscapes of Scotland’s Wild Isles on a 12-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring Neolithic sites and Viking heritage. Enjoy wildlife watching, local culture, and a tasting of exceptional single malt whisky in charming coastal villages.
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Stroll through historic Dublin
from $8,390
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Scotland’s Wild Isles: Shetlands, Orkneys and Inner Hebrides

Dublin to Edinburgh - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Visit Rathlin Island cliffs
  • Explore Isle of Skye
  • Orkney Kirkwall tours
  • Visit Shetland island by Zodiac
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Dublin / Edinburgh
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Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Village Visits
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard National Geographic Explorer. Begin in Dublin and sail to Rathlin Island, Isle of Skye, Loch Ewe, Shetland, and Orkney before reaching Edinburgh. Explore puffin colonies, historic castles, Inverewe Gardens, Kirkwall, and Scapa Flow. Take guided hikes, Zodiac excursions, and witness remote island life.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $12,050
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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Kirkwall’s cathedrals
  • Meet Eysturoy villagers
  • Explore Shetland’s Viking coast
  • See Faroe villages
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
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Urban Exploration
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Embark on an 11-day North Atlantic cruise aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Start in Edinburgh, then explore ancient ruins in Orkney, Viking history in Shetland, turf-roofed villages in the Faroe Islands, and Iceland’s black-sand beaches and volcanic craters on a journey rich in culture, landscapes, and adventure.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $13,395
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Scotland to Spitsbergen: Puffins, Sea Ice and Wildlife

Aberdeen, Scotland - Helsinki - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Orkney Neolithic Ruins
  • Cruise Norwegian Arctic Fjords
  • Discover Shetland Viking Sites
  • Observe Bear Island Birds
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Aberdeen / Helsinki
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Spa Relaxation
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Sail on 17 days aboard Ultramarine from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen. Explore Orkney and Shetland’s Neolithic ruins, Norwegian fjords, and Svalbard’s glaciers, ice, seabird colonies, and Arctic wildlife. Participate in Zodiac cruises, hikes, and cultural encounters while observing polar bears, walrus, whales, and Arctic birds in their natural habitats.
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