Most bookedLoch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch
Discover the beauty of the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness and enjoy views of Urquhart Castle from the...
- Live commentary on board
Tickets & tours
Caledonian Canal Tours
Join a short sightseeing boat ride near Inverness, or book a private driving tour to see the entire Great Glen.
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Best valueCaledonian Canal and Loch Ness Sightseeing Cruise
Cruise the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness on this 50-minute cruise that departs from Dochgarroch. On the Enchantment cruise, you'll have the opportunity to discover the...
- 50 minute round trip cruise
Small groupInverness to Loch Ness and Highlands Private Tour
Explore wild and beautiful Scottich Highlands on Loch Ness Private Tour from Inverness. Following pick up from your hotel we will drive around Loch Ness where you can...
- Private transportation
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
Loch Ness , Heilan Coos ,Great Glen , Fort William and Glencoe
This is a small private tour that takes you from Inverness down the Great Glen to Fort William and on to Glencoe. We will travel along Loch Ness side stopping at...
- wifi
- Bottled water
- Snacks
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| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-hour canal cruise | 2 h | $46 | Compare | 4.8 (1,416) | a scenic water experience |
| 50-minute canal cruise | 50 min | $33 | Compare | 4.8 (97) | a quick sightseeing trip |
| private highlands tour | 4 h to 5 h | $541 | Compare | 5.0 (12) | a personalized luxury experience |
| Great Glen private tour | 8 h | $1,218 | Compare | 4.7 (14) | The whole canal route by car |
How to choose
- If you want a short introductory boat ride: take the Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness Sightseeing Cruise.
- If you want a longer cruise with commentary: take the Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise.
- If you prefer to see the locks from a car: book the Inverness to Loch Ness and Highlands Private Tour.
- If you want to travel the full Great Glen: choose the Loch Ness, Great Glen, Fort William and Glencoe Tour.
Ticket questions
Do tours cover the whole canal?
No. Most boat tours only cover a small section, usually near Inverness and Loch Ness. Transit across the full 60 miles requires chartering a private vessel or taking a multi-day holiday.
Can I see Urquhart Castle on these cruises?
Yes, the 2-hour cruise from Dochgarroch includes views of Urquhart Castle from the water. Always check the specific tour inclusions, as shorter cruises may not reach the castle.
Where do the boat tours leave from?
Many sightseeing cruises depart from Dochgarroch Lock, which is near Inverness on the eastern end of the canal.
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Recent reviews
4.8
1,416 reviews of the 2-hour canal cruise on Viator
What a great trip! We decided on the 2hr trip as the 50 mins felt like it might be too short and I’m glad we did. The boat takes you down the canal and into Loch Ness, down to Urquhart castle and back. Plenty of opportunities for photographs and the guides and other staff could not be more helpful, a lovely trip and well worth doing. Definitely the best way to see Loch Ness👍
Wonderful from start to finish, crew were great and helpful, boat was clean and tidy and warm, cafe was good, commentary was fab from Jamie B . Loved Loch Ness 🏴❤️
Had a wonderful afternoon exploring the Loch. Malcolm was a fantastic guide, with lots of local knowledge and plenty of jokes to keep things fun.