The Carna Experience

Your island awaits: here’s how to prepare

Everything you need for a seamless island escape, from the moment you park on the mainland to the moment you leave.

Arriving on the Isle of Carna is unlike checking into any ordinary holiday. There are no roads, no shops and no neighbours; just the island, loch and everything you need already waiting for you. Here is what we take care of, what you can add to your stay, and what to throw in the boot before you head north.

Discover the magic of Carna. A true escape into the UK’s last wilderness.

Prices start from £2150 a week or £1118 for a 3 night short break.

We have an “all year” 20% discount for couples. Go to “book now” to check prices

Included as standard

Every stay at Carna includes the following:

Parking in our private car park on the mainland
Boat transfer for all guests and luggage to and from the island by private charter
Transfer of luggage from boat to cottage and back
A self-drive Pioneer multi-boat with training, safety equipment and fuel — yours to explore Loch Sunart and Loch Teacuis throughout your stay
All household fuel including logs, gas and electricity
Bed linen, hand and bath towels, tea towels and dishcloths
Kitchen essentials including tea, coffee, sugar, salt, pepper, washing up liquid, hand soap and toilet rolls
24-hour mainland personal support via VHF radio, with training and instructions provided

Optional Extras

Fishing trips and rod hire
Guided walks and boat trips around the island
Wildlife private charter boat trips
Pre-prepared meals or full catering arranged on request
Mainland laundry facilities
Shopping delivery to collect at our Laga Bay base
Wi-Fi with smart TV, DVD player and streaming apps (Netflix, Amazon Firestick) available at Carna Cottage; limited Wi-Fi at Carna House

What to pack

Wellies and walking boots
Waterproofs
Gloves, hats and socks (plus spares)
Rucksack and dry bag
Swimming and snorkelling gear
Binoculars or telescope
Sunglasses and sun cream
Insect repellent, tick spray and a tick remover kit
Torches and spare batteries
Personal toiletries
Personal medicines (a first aid kit is provided)
Food and drink
And a sense of adventure!

What not to bring with you

Candles
Hairdryers, curling tongs etc. (Carna’s limited solar powered energy supply can’t support them.)
Bottled water, not required and heavy to carry.
Toilet rolls, supplied.
Excess baggage and food supplies.