Incredible opportunity for a student to learn about minke whale acoustics and contribute to research and conservation of this species in Scotland.

Looking forward to our next adventure, the first of four partner cruises with Naturetrek heading for St Kilda and the Outer Hebrides chain. Still a few spaces left on their July cruise and 1 space left on our August trip. northernlight-uk.com/our-cruises/20…

Great Northern Diver - a short video (with sound) of an adult in breeding plumage, calling whilst drifting around on a loch, on the Isle Of Mull, Scotland. They're such gorgeous birds. #diver #Mull #springwatch #birding

It's #stkilda.... but not quite as we know it! Dramatic clouds rolling over the hills yesterday.

Misty conditions for the seabird census on the cliffs at Ceann a' Mhara #Tiree yesterday. Mixed results with numbers of nesting auks and Shags down but numbers of nesting Fulmars and Kittiwakes looking better than in 2023

Good selection of some stunning places there, not just for Puffins but for amazing seabird colonies and we're fortunate to visit St Kilda, the Shiants and the Treshnish Isles on our cruises.

Our friend, Marc Calhoun has sailed with us for years, leading tours to many of the destinations in his new book, 30 Years of Adventures in Search of the Past. He's leading our Sept 9 night #cruise and we've just 2 cabins left. northernlight-uk.com/our-cruises/20…

The stunning views guests enjoy as we leave St Kilda, the islands of Hirta and Soay to our stern as we sail past the Gannetries of Boreray and Stacs Lee and Armin. Almost other-wordly geology. Thanks to Chef Steve for the terrific footage Steve Milne

Another of Chef Steve's terrific 'through the galley porthole' shots! Heading out on the most recent #cruise up the Sound of Mull, we ended up dodging yachts who were racing up the Sound. Steve Milne

1/3. The second issue of #SMPnews is out now: the annual Seabird Monitoring Programme newsletter, packed full of all things #seabirds! Enjoy a read at bto.org/smp-news BTO JNCC RSPB Science

The Hebrides does sunsets quite well! Here from one of our regular and favourite anchorages, the calm waters of Loch na Droma Buidhe, Ardnamurchan with the sun setting behind Ben Hiant. Thanks to guide Jess Owen for the photo.

A typical night around the National Trust for Scotland staff house on #Mingulay Corncrake/Traonach LIFE RSPB Scotland

In May 2023, a huge fire tore through our Corrimony nature reserve. But an amazingly generous response to our wildfire appeal is helping to restore the native woodland. Thank you to RSPB members, supporters and our partners Barratt Developments and Trees for Life.

Another stunning image from guide Jess Owen of our recent tranquil anchorage at #Jura as part of our spring #cruise in the Inner Hebrides. Just look at that blue sky and calm sea! We've had some stunning weather this spring in the Hebrides.

Just in before deluge hit! Checked remote WTE site where not 100% sure what was going on as both adults away from nest long before I thought they should be. But a well grown, feathered, wing flapping chick explained that! Easily 2+ weeks ahead of all the others. Happy days😅🦅🍻

Such a fantastic place to explore. Our free guidebook for mid Argyll includes Dunadd and Kilmartin Glen. issuu.com/heartofargyll/…

This is the ninth eagle nest (white-tailed and golden) I have filmed for various projects over the years ( #Springwatch #AYearInTheWild). This one is for #RSPB (always filmed with a licence). ⁦⁦RSPB⁩ ⁦RSPB Scotland⁩

Whatever your interests, we like to foster a relaxed atmosphere, both on board and ashore. Our guests are free to do whatever they wish ashore - whether it's walking, birding, photography, exploring, beach-combing or just lazing on a beach.

The peace and tranquility (and mindful moment) of a Hebridean beach - this is Taransay. Look at that blue sky and sea, and the clarity of the water! #liveaboardcruises #smallshipcruising #islands