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Listen to the Loch

  • 11th Apr 2026
  • 3pm, 4pm
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Price: Adult £35 | Child £25

Listen to the Loch this Easter

Experience an exclusive 1-hour Loch Ness cruise hosted by Alan McKenna of Loch Ness Exploration. Enjoy stunning views of Urquhart Castle while uncovering the loch’s history, myths, and the legend of Nessie - then listen beneath the surface with a 60-foot hydrophone, revealing the loch’s mysterious underwater world.

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About this Event

This Easter, embark on a truly unique boat trip on Loch Ness aboard Deepscan.

Joining this cruise is Alan McKenna of Loch Ness Exploration, who will demonstrate the use of a 60-foot hydrophone - an advanced listening device that allows you to hear the mysterious sounds echoing from the depths as we continue the search for the elusive creature.

Listen closely as subtle echoes and vibrations reveal a realm rarely experienced by human ears - from unexplained sounds to the natural movements within this enigmatic environment. Each moment offers a deeper connection to the loch and its enduring mysteries.

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What to Expect

  • A 1-hour cruise on Loch Ness aboard the Deepscan vessel
  • Listen to the Loch with a Hydrophone demonstration with Alan Mckenna of Loch Ness Exploration  Johnstone
  • Onboard sonar equipment used during the journey
  • Views across the loch, including Urquhart Castle
  • Indoor cabin and outdoor deck viewing areas
  • Small group experience (maximum 12 guests)

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Plan Your Visit

  • When: This special event is only running on 11th April departing 3pm and 4pm.  
  • Duration: approximately 1 hour on Loch Ness
  • Meeting Point: near the Groups Entrance at the Loch Ness Centre.
  • Capacity: 12 guests per cruise - advance booking is strongly recommended
  • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time
  • Free parking is available on-site for visitors
  • Note: Children under 1 year travel free and do not require a ticket 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Listen to the Loch” is a unique 1-hour cruise on Loch Ness where you’ll explore its history, myths, and the legend of Nessie - while using a specialised hydrophone to hear sounds from beneath the water’s surface.

The experience runs on 11th April 2026, with two departure times available: 3pm and 4pm.

Each cruise lasts approximately 1 hour.

  • Adults: £35
  • Children: £25
    Children under 1 year old can attend for free and do not require a ticket.

The cruise is hosted by Alan McKenna of Loch Ness Exploration, who will guide you through the loch’s history and demonstrate the hydrophone equipment.

A hydrophone is an underwater listening device. During the cruise, a 60-foot hydrophone is used to capture and amplify sounds from beneath the loch, allowing you to hear natural and unexplained underwater activity.

You’ll enjoy stunning views across Loch Ness, including a close-up perspective of the iconic Urquhart Castle, along with the surrounding Highland scenery.

Each cruise is limited to just 12 guests, creating a small, intimate, and immersive experience.

Please meet near the Groups Entrance at the Loch Ness Centre and arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.

The Deepscan vessel includes both an indoor cabin and an outdoor deck, so you can enjoy the experience comfortably in all weather conditions.

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