About the MV Loch Tarbert
The MV Loch Tarbert, Loch an Tairbeirt in Gaelic, links the town of Tobermory on the isle of Mull with Kilchoan – the UK’s most Westerly mainland village – on the Ardnamurchan peninsula.
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The MV Loch Tarbert, Loch an Tairbeirt in Gaelic, links the town of Tobermory on the isle of Mull with Kilchoan – the UK’s most Westerly mainland village – on the Ardnamurchan peninsula.
Onboard the MV Loch Tarbert you can find a ship perfectly tailored for a short, comfortable crossing. Relax on our snug passenger lounge (accessed from the car deck, furry friends welcome) or take a seat outside on our deck and marvel at the natural beauty of Scotland’s landscape as it gently drifts past.
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Free wi-fi is available for all customers.
Located in passenger saloon and a toilet on upper deck.
There is a baby changing area located on upper deck.
Pets are welcome on board.
There is a defibrillator on board. If a person is in cardiac arrest please contact a member of staff who will provide this. CPR should be done until you can get a defibrillator. Find out more at the British Heart Foundation.
In the winter months the MV Loch Tarbert heads out as a relief vessel, serving routes as varied as the Sounds of Harris, Barra, Largs, Gigha, and the winter route from Tarbert to Portavadie and Lochranza.
Gross tons | 211 |
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Length | 30.2m |
Breadth | 10m |
Draught | 1.6m |
Builder | James N Miller & Sons Ltd, St Monans, Fife |
Built | 1992 |