MCLEANSCOTLAND we are local Scots who pride ourselves on showing you the nooks & crannies other tours companies pass on by.   We can show you those hidden gems even Scots do not know!

                                  SCOTTISH AIRPORTS

Glasgow Prestwick International Airport. Many people will remember the airport for Elvis’ visit in 1960 or as the transatlantic gateway during the 1960’s to 1980’s.  Now it is the main hub for low cost flights by Ryanair.

Aberdeen Airport is one of the world's busiest commercial heliports – serving over 2.7 million passengers a year and offering flights to around 35 (fixed-wing) destinations by 27 fixed-wing airlines.  At the heart of the offshore oil and gas industry.

Dundee Airport, located in the heart of Scotland, is the most convenient fly-in destination for some 1000 square miles of Central Scotland. The main centres for which Dundee Airport is best placed are, Dundee City, St.Andrews and Carnoustie. It is very popular with professional golfers when the Open is at St Andrews or Carnoustie.

Inverness Airport is the air gateway for the Highlands and Islands of Scotland and handles more than 330 scheduled flights a week to Scottish and UK destinations. Scheduled flights operate daily to Inverness from London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stornoway in the Western Isles, Kirkwall in Orkney and Sumburgh in Shetland.  The airport is located 9 miles east of the City of Inverness just off the main A96 trunk road and its facilities include on site car hire, restaurant and bar, shop, and 650 pay car parking spaces. Taxis are available at the airport and buses operate to and from the airport terminal to Inverness city centre and towns to the east. Information Inverness Airport  Tel: 01667 464000

Stornoway Airport provides a key access point to Lewis and the Western Isles, with flights from Inverness and Glasgow, and inter-island services to Benbecula and Barra. Located on the east coast of the Isle of Lewis, a few miles from Stornoway, the airport also serves as a base for the search and rescue helicopter operated by HM Coastguard. 

Benbecula lies between North Uist and South Uist in the Western Isles. The airport, located on the west coast of the island, provides important support services to the Hebrides Ranges. 

Barra is home to one of the world's most spectacular and most beautiful airports. Aircraft started to use the beach on 14 June 1933. Scheduled air services to and from Barra Airport began on 7 August 1936.  Barra is now the only beach airport anywhere in the world to be used for a scheduled airline service.   see below...

Welcome to Scotland's first commercial seaplane service. 

The abundance of lochs and natural harbours in Scotland make the seaplane the natural choice for transportation.   The flexibility of a seaplane to set down on both land and water makes it easier to reach even the remotest part's of Scotland.  We can provide fast and reliable scheduled services, excursions and charter services to any destination.  From Spring 2004, we will be offering excursion trips, charter services and business services on Scotland's first commercial seaplane service.
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THE MCLEAN CLASSIC - Loch Lomond and Trossachs Panorama

Soaring over the magnificent mountains and lochs of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, this excursion captures the imagination.  From romantic Loch Lomond and The Trossachs to the battlefields and ramparts of Stirling.  There are 18 lochs in the National Park alone, as well as some of Scotland's finest munros - over 3000 feet.  Keep your eyes open for birds of prey and monarchs of the glen.  Excursion time:  approximately 35 minutes.  Cost (per person) from please enquire

MCLEAN ISLAND DISCOVERY - Island Escape

There are hundreds of islands, inlets and secluded beaches on the west coast of Scotland.  Fly with the birds and enjoy a breathtaking aerial view of beautiful Argyll and the isles, as far north as Oban and back across Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, returning to land on Loch Lomond. Catch the sun beginning to set on our late autumn afternoon excursion.

Excursion time: approximately 45 minutes.  Cost (per person) please enquire

MCLEAN HERITAGE EXPLORER - Heritage trail

Explore Scotland's unique history on our Heritage Trail excursion.  Cruise over many of our most famous landmarks and discover romantic loch-side castles such as Eilean Donan on Loch Duich, or Kilchurn on Loch Awe.  Experience an eagle's eye-view of Glencoe and the West Highland Way.  Perhaps even search Loch Ness for signs of life?  Gently landing on one of the many lochs, this trip includes a short stop for a photo opportunity.

Excursion time approximately 1 hour.   Cost (per person) from £please enquire

MCLEANS CUSTOM TOURS
If you have a party of 4 or 5 people, you can also customize a tour to your requirements. Why not take a picnic to a remote loch side or to one of the small islands off the West coast of Argyll?

Excursion time: Variable.  Cost (per person) from please enquire

* All excursions are weather-dependent and it is advisable to call us on the morning of the flight to check whether conditions are suitable for flying.  Flight routes may vary slightly from those advertised to ensure your comfort and guarantee you a wonderful experience.   Passengers may not necessarily have exclusive use of the seaplane.
* Air Operators Certificate held issued by the Civil Aviation Authority, a mandatory licence requirement.
* The aircraft is fully insured to industry standard levels.
* Professional pilots are trained to the highest levels and comply with all legal and regulatory flying hour requirements.   Additional intensive training is undertaken to achieve seaplane licence standards and this of course, includes navigating the craft on water.