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Speedboat tours
Island picnic or barbecue
Enjoy a speedboat tour on Loch Lomond, then be dropped on an island for a picnic or barbecue on the beach.
Who runs private speedboat tours on Loch Lomond? Chris Scott-Park runs the Island picnic or barbecue as Portnellan Farm Speedboat Tours, from the farm's own jetty at Portnellan near Gartocharn. The boat is a Husky R8 for up to 8 guests. The price is per boat.
About this tour
Escaping to an island on Loch Lomond for a picnic or barbecue is something special. You are away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and surrounded by nature and the best of the scenery. You will hear birds singing in the trees and waves lapping on the beach. You may even catch a glimpse of the deer that live on the islands.
These tours can be fully customised. You might want a speedboat transfer out to an island or a whole day. Get in touch to discuss your requirements.
How booking works on eola
To book this tour you make 2 bookings. First choose your outward journey, then choose the return journey later in the day.
The charter time includes the 15 minute return journey from the island and 15 minutes to collect you. If you book the return for 3pm to 4pm, collection is at 3.15pm.
Example itinerary
- Outward 11am Depart Portnellan for the island
- 11.15am Arrive on the island
- 11.30am The boat returns to Portnellan
- Return 3pm The boat leaves Portnellan
- 3.15pm The boat arrives at the island for collection and a tour of Loch Lomond
- 4pm Finish at Portnellan
Length of tour
Flexible. Guests choose when they start and when they are picked up, so they decide their time on the island.
What to bring
Warm and waterproof clothing and suitable footwear. Bring your picnic or barbecue.
Safety and qualifications
- Skipper
The skipper holds a commercially endorsed Powerboat Level 2.
- Insurance
Insurance is through Everard Insurance Brokers, with £5 million public liability cover.
- Life jackets
Life jackets are provided and must be worn on board.
Other tours
- Speedboat pub tour Scenery, open water and stops at some of the best waterfront pubs along the way.
- Speedboat tour and meal Arrive by boat at a loch-side restaurant and dine with views of the loch.