Is it possible to go to Staffa to see the Puffins after the Kilmartin trip? Is there any way to predict the weather?
Posted by
Penzance
150 posts
Is there any way to predict the weather?
No. Put all such thoughts from your mind. It isn’t going to happen.
When are you going?
Posted by
Duluth, MN🌲
11590 posts
It would help to have some more information. When (as in month) are you going to Kilmartin? And where will you be after the Kilmartin trip? What kind of transportation will you have?
But no, Trelawney is right. There is no way to predict the weather, and you could wind up having your trip cancelled at the last minute. That's what happened to me with one trip. The other one worked out well, but you just never know, so that's part of the plan, or lack thereof, when you go to Scotland. 😊
Posted by
Massachusetts
1706 posts
If you are on the Ricks Steves tour, day 4 (Oban) is the day to see the puffins. Unless something has changed recently, the RS recommended tour is an all-day tour, which starts very early morning. You will likely miss the excursion to Kilmartin Glen. Until recently, day 4 was a “free” day in Oban so that tour members could make arrangements to see puffins. But the weather is very fickle and chances are high that the puffin tour will be cancelled last minute. That’s what happened to me and several others on the RS tour in June 2024. You can always reserve a spot on the puffin tour (RS office should have sent you information) and hope that the weather cooperates. If not, you will get a refund.