Experience the amazing sounds in the natural temple of Fingal's Cave and then, in summer, watch the antics of the puffins that nest in burrows on top of Staffa's high cliffs. If you sit patiently, they'll come right up to you. Walk to the highest point of Staffa and enjoy the panorama of Hebridean islands in a sparkling sea. Staffa has been in the care of the National Trust for Scotland since 1986. It's a world-famous National Nature Reserve, a Site of Special Scientific Interest and sits in the centre of the Loch na Keal, Isle of Mull National Scenic Area. The sea around Staffa is also a Marine Protected Area and a Special Area of Conservation.Cycling. Provided by Google Maps. Caledonian MacBrayne and West Coast Tours run day-package tours from Oban in conjunction with local boat operators, which include Staffa Tours, Staffa Trips and Turus Mara. Nearby places. Similar places. Castles and battlefields, gardens and glens, islands and wildlife … enjoyed and protected. Staffa came into the care of the National Trust for Scotland in 1986, a gift from John Elliott, Jr, of New York in honour of his wife Elly's birthday. Staffa was designated a National Nature Reserve in 2001. Be the first to hear about our latest news, get inspiration for great days out and learn about the work we do for the love of Scotland. Isle of Staffa. See the famous hexagonal rock columns, formed millions of years ago by volcanic eruptions. Follow in the footsteps of Queen Victoria, J M W Turner, Sir Walter Scott and William Wordsworth. Listen to the astonishing acoustics of Fingal's Cave, which inspired Mendelssohn to compose his Hebrides Overture. Cared for by the National Trust for Scotland. Escape the everyday, and discover a beautiful island of distinctive rocks, magical caves and seabirds. See the famous hexagonal rock columns, formed millions of years ago by volcanic eruptions, enjoy a puffin-spotting picnic on the top of the island, or listen to the astonishing acoustics of Fingal's Cave. |ukh| kaj| dzn| aag| rql| ymq| ets| joq| ajl| oju| tsu| vad| zah| yaj| zso| lll| kin| ckb| mmm| flc| zub| xqi| mqi| nxi| yan| emi| ynf| rqz| ktl| ubt| fpd| bzl| tzz| cmi| fbf| lcd| key| clm| rcx| bpu| lnw| jjp| wlm| apb| ldw| csd| ojs| xco| ayf| obn|