Fladda, Treshnish Isles
Island Small uninhabited island in Treshnish Isles
Part of the Treshnish Isles off Mull, Fladda attracts wildlife boat trips. Visitors come for seasonal seabird colonies-puffins and gannets-and short island walks from landing skiffs.
Fladda is a small, uninhabited island in the Treshnish Isles off the west coast of the Isle of Mull in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.
The island is one of a chain valued for seabird colonies and marine wildlife and is typically visited from Mull on wildlife boat trips rather than by scheduled ferry services. There are no permanent settlements and the island is managed mainly for conservation and grazing in the past.
Fladda lies among the Treshnish group to the west of Mull; the nearest inhabited islands in the chain are Lunga and Bac Mòr, and access is by private or tour boat from Mull.
- Access and wildlife sensitivity: Part of the Treshnish Isles group, frequently visited on wildlife and boat tours from the Isle of Mull; landings may be restricted to protect seabird colonies.
How to Get to Fladda, Treshnish Isles #
Most visits are by small-boat wildlife cruises that depart from Tobermory on the Isle of Mull; some operators run longer trips from Iona or from other Mull harbors. Landings are uncommon-boat-based viewing is the norm-so check with local operators (Tobermory) for schedules and landing possibilities.
Tips for Visiting Fladda, Treshnish Isles #
- Book a wildlife cruise from Tobermory (Isle of Mull) in advance-landing is often not possible but boat-based viewing is excellent.
- Bring binoculars for the puffin colonies; puffins are most accessible late May-July.
- Respect local conservation rules; some operators have seasonal limits to avoid disturbing breeding birds.
Best Time to Visit Fladda, Treshnish Isles #
The best time to see the Treshnish Isles' famous seabird colonies is late spring and summer, when breeders congregate and day-trip boat operators run frequent tours.
