Where is the best place to watch for dolphins, whales, sharks and seals?
Probably the best spot in Lewis is around the Eye Peninsula (Point). In Point, Tiumpan Head is a great place to look out for minke whales and white beaked dolphins as there is very deep water close to the land. Broadbay is good for spotting harbour porpoises as is Traigh Mhor and Garry beach. The bay at Holm from Swordale Bay in Point to Holm Island is a great place to spot Risso Dolphins, especially between August and October, when they are being most sociable. The Sound of Barra is an excellent place to watch for dolphins and whales and Loch Roag on the West coast of Lewis is great for Orcas. You can watch for whales at any time of the day but the best times are first thing in the morning and late in the afternoon- just before sunset. Headlands and high up viewing spots are the best way to see whales and there is marine activity on virtually all of our coasts. Seals occur in almost all fishing ports as they follow the fishing boats in looking for scraps. They are usually quite inquis
