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Isle of Gigha, Achamore Gardens

Distance Approximate Time Height Gain OS Map
3 kms 2 hours 0 metres Explorer 357: Kintyre North

Description

Gigha is only six miles long and about one and half miles across at it's widest point. For this walk, start from the ferry slipway and follow the road uphill. Turn left at the shop and pass the hotel. Look out for a sign post near the hall to Kilchatten's Church and Achamore Gardens. Return by the same route or go on and explore more of Gigha!

Access Info

Only a twenty minute ferry trip from the Tayinloan on the mainland takes you on to experience this small island.

More Info

This route is available in more detail with an associated map in the Footprint Guide to 'The Kintyre peninsula' available from Tourist Information Centres.

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