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Loch Coruisk, Isle of Skye

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Loch Coruisk (in Scottish Gaelic, Coire Uisg, the "Cauldron of Waters") is an inland fresh-water loch, lying at the foot of the Black Cuillin in the Isle of Skye, in the Scottish Highlands.

Loch Coruisk is reputed to be the home of a kelpie or water horse, a shape-shifting creature that can assume human form.
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  • Absolutely brilliant trips over. The crew were fantastic. Beautiful walk and view across the Loch. Everything was perfect until I stumbled on the return to the boat and broke my ankle. Even then the.....  more
    Absolutely brilliant trips over. The crew were fantastic. Beautiful walk and view across the Loch. Everything was perfect until I stumbled on the return to the boat and broke my ankle. Even then the.....  more »
  • Always wanted to visit Loch Coruisk, great day with Misty Isle boat trips, daughter loved the seals, most spectacular picnic spot,. 
    Always wanted to visit Loch Coruisk, great day with Misty Isle boat trips, daughter loved the seals, most spectacular picnic spot,.  more »
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  • Truly an amazing place to visit, very peaceful and undisturbed. Would suggest a morning trip for a quieter walk as more people began to arrive around 12.
  • Beautiful and peaceful lake with stunning views of the Cuillin hills as the backdrop. After a brisk 10mins walk from the pier whilst following up the river, it opens to a breathtaking landscape which you almost have to yourself (and the rest of the tour group). As we have only 1.5hr before the ferry departs, we could only hike to the other end of the lake. If you have more time, I can imagine you can hike further towards the Cuillins. The total boat tour (Misty Isle) departing from Elgol takes 3hr. Highly recommended. Book in advance as we saw some last minute turn-ups being turned away.

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