Moray Firth
The Moray Firth is a triangular inlet of the North Sea, North East of Inverness. It's the largest Firth in Scotland, stretching from Duncansby Head (near John o' Groats) in the North and Fraserburgh in the East to Inverness and the Beauly Firth in the West. The firth has more than 500 miles of coastline, much of which is cliff. A number of rivers flow into the Moray Firth, including the River Ness and the Spey.
The Moray Firth is one of the best places in Scotland and the United Kingdom for observing dolphins and whales. The most common species found are the Bottlenose Dolphin and the Harbour Porpoise, with occasional sightings of the common dolphin and the minke whale. There is a popular viewing area located at Chanonry Point with some spectacular displays of dolphins in the firth. There are visitor centres at Spey Bay and North Kessock, where dolphins and other wildlife can be seen. Hillhaven Bed and Breakfast can recommend and arrange bus and boat tours to see the dolphins in the Moray Firth. Ask Stephen and Fiona for more details.
From Inverness, take the A9 north, over the Kessock Bridge with its beautiful views over the Moray Firth. Pass a sign for the Dolphin Centre and head for Black Isle. At the Tore roundabout, head for Fortrose and Cromarty. Pass through Munlochy, continue on to Fortrose. More Details
Stephen & Fiona Skinner
Hillhaven
Ord Hill
Fortrose
Ross-Shire
IV10 8RA
Scotland
Tel: +44 (0) 1381 620826
Email: info@hillhaven.co.uk