Scottish Islands
Approximately 18 of the inhabited Scottish islands have at least one golf course, with a total of 29 golf courses located on these islands. These courses range from full-length 18-hole courses to nine-holers and even some with unique layouts like a 12-hole course. So be unique and tick them off!
The Compact Island Scot
This tour focuses on Scottish island golf courses that are relatively close to one another, reducing travel time while still offering a fantastic, unique golfing experience.
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Courses include:
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Shiskine Golf & Tennis Club (Isle of Arran) – A stunning and quirky 12-hole course with breathtaking views and fun elevation changes.
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Corrie Golf Club (Isle of Arran) – A short but character-filled 9-hole course overlooking the Clyde, offering a true island golf experience.
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Machrie Golf Links (Isle of Islay) – A world-class links course set on a whisky-rich island, recently revamped into a must-play course.
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(Optional 4th round) Port Ellen Golf Club (Isle of Islay) – A 9-hole gem with stunning sea views and a classic links feel.
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Why This Tour?
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Less travel between courses, perfect for a relaxed island adventure.
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Experience Arran and Islay, two of Scotland’s most scenic and accessible islands.
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Whisky lovers can enjoy distillery visits on Islay (Lagavulin, Laphroaig, Ardbeg).
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The Iconic Island Scot
A bucket-list tour featuring Scotland’s most spectacular island courses, no matter the distance between them.
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Courses include:
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Askernish Golf Club (Isle of South Uist) – A restored Old Tom Morris links course, one of the most untouched, wild, and beautiful golfing experiences in the world.
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Machrie Golf Links (Isle of Islay) – A top-tier links course, recently transformed into a modern classic.
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Whalsay Golf Club (Shetland Isles) – The UK’s northernmost golf course, where golf meets rugged beauty.
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(Optional 4th round) Reay Golf Club (Caithness, near Orkney) – While not on an island, this stunning northern links course is the perfect way to end the trip before heading back to the mainland.
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Why This Tour?
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A true adventure golf trip across Scotland’s wildest and most scenic islands.
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Play some of the most remote and historic courses in the world.
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Experience local island culture, from whisky on Islay to Shetland’s Viking heritage.
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Travel: Make sure ferries are booked well in advance.
Best Time to Go: May–September for the best weather and travel conditions.