About this tour
This five-hour geological tour across Shetland's northwestern mainland reveals rock formations spanning nearly three billion years of Earth's history. You'll travel through a UNESCO Geopark, examining Lewisian Gneiss—amongst Europe's oldest stone—alongside dramatic Atlantic-carved cliffs and the volcanic remnants of Eshaness. The route takes in Ronas Hill's rust-coloured granite, a museum housed in a 17th-century laird's residence, and concludes with lunch before returning to Lerwick.
Highlights
- Walk amongst 2.9-billion-year-old Lewisian Gneiss rock formations
- Survey Atlantic sea stacks carved into towering cliff faces
- Visit Eshaness volcano, dormant since 390 million years ago
- Climb viewpoint overlooking Ronas Hill's red granite peak
- Explore Tangwick Haa Museum and local craft displays
What to expect
Expect a driving tour with several short stops for observation and photography rather than lengthy hikes. You'll travel in a climate-controlled vehicle across moorland and coastal roads, pausing at key geological sites to examine rock formations and absorb the landscape's scale. The museum stop at Tangwick Haa offers shelter and context, with exhibits on regional history and a small craft shop. The tour concludes with a casual lunch break in Brae before the return journey to Lerwick. Physical fitness should be moderate—walking is minimal but terrain can be uneven.
Good to know
Bring waterproof layers and sturdy footwear; weather changes rapidly on Shetland's coast. The museum has limited facilities. Lunch is not included, though the fish shop offers typical takeaway fare. Mobile signal is patchy in remote areas.
Frequently asked
- How long does Cliffs and Rocks of the North take?
- Cliffs and Rocks of the North runs for approximately 5 hours.
- How much does Cliffs and Rocks of the North cost?
- Prices start from AUD $1159 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Cliffs and Rocks of the North run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Cliffs and Rocks of the North?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.