When you stay with us at Abbey Holidays Loch Ness, you’re surrounded by nature and wildlife. Our beautiful abbey, now luxury holiday accommodation, overlooks Loch Ness and the Caledonian Canal, where you’ll find plenty of wildlife. There are also several nature reserves and areas of spectacular natural beauty to visit in the area. Here are some of our favourite wildlife watching spots…
Book NowMany fish, birds and mammals live on these iconic waterways in the Scottish Highlands. Birds like mallards, moorhens and swans are common on the canal. In summer, look for ospreys fishing near the loch. Small birds like wagtails and sandpipers may dart along the water’s edge too. Kingfishers are rare, but sometimes spotted in quieter moments. Occasionally, deer come down to drink at the canal or lochside. At dawn or dusk, you might even see an otter!
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To view a wide range of birdlife in beautiful habitats, visit one of the many RSPB nature reserves in the Scottish Highlands. Corrimony and Loch Ruthven are both around 45 minutes drive from Fort Augustus, in different directions. Corrimony is a great place to spot black grouse, especially during the spring lekking season, while Loch Ruthven is one of the best places in the UK to see the rare Slavonian grebe. Both reserves are free to visit and have lovely nature trails, which you can follow and explore.
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This spectacular glen is about an hour’s drive from Fort Augustus, and it’s well worth the trip. Its forest paths are great for walking, cycling and exploring nature. The ancient pinewoods are home to red squirrels and pine martens. You’ll likely see red deer wandering about, especially early in the morning or late in the day. In autumn, you might hear stags roaring during the rutting season. Look up to search for golden eagles or buzzards soaring over the hills.
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There are so many opportunities for spotting wildlife and soaking up nature during a self-catering break with Abbey Holidays Loch Ness. So, choose your accommodation, explore our extensive facilities and then book your magical break today!
Book NowSet on the beautiful banks of the loch, Abbey Holidays Loch Ness offers luxury accommodation in the Scottish Highlands. With attention to detail and your comfort in mind, Loch Ness Abbey offers you a real home from home.
Find Out MoreNot only do our self-catering apartments and cottages have their own wonderful amenities, but there’s a huge range of exciting attractions right on our doorstep.
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