Wildlife

Assynt is often referred to as one of the last truly wild places in Europe. This area has a unique assemblage of habitats, wildlife & flora. Visitors encounter a variety of creatures and plants as they explore the indented rugged Atlantic coastline or hike to the spectacular tops of the mountains, wander in the ancient woodlands, investigate hidden river valleys, examine boggy moorland, picnic or fish beside one of the hundreds of lochs & lochans

Sightings in the area, be prepared for any of the following…

Minke whale
Orca
Basking shark
Bottle-nosed Dolphin
White-sided dolphin
Harbour Porpoise
Seals
Otters
Stoats
Badgers
Red Deer
Sheep
Rabbits
Highland Cattle
Sea Eagle
Eagle
Buzzards
Hoodie Crows
Skua
Lapwings
Divers
Snipe
Seagulls
Puffin
Heron
Eider