We are fortunate to be staying at a cottage in the picturesque fishing village of Tayvallich, on one side we have Carsaig Bay which overlooks the sound of Jura with Jura in the distance. But on this side Tayvallich overlooks Loch Sween. This really is a complex tidal sea loch with many inlets and countless small islands to paddle and explore. Great forests line the shores of this impressive waterway. It reminds me very much on how I imagine Canada to be.
There is so much wildlife to see, this week so far we have seen otters, red dear, osprey and sea eagles - and of course many, many curious common seals.
On the nearest fresh water lochs just minutes away from Tayvallich beavers have been re-introduced and are doing amazing - no less than 17 of them prospering really well.
Fiona and Anthony have been exploring the loch and its many small tributaries on paddle boards, I chose the more traditional Canadian Canoe, it just felt the right craft for this beautiful area. Good tidal planning is necessary as many of the small inlets dry up at low water and the tidal streams can be quite strong around the entrances of these waterways.
