Papa Westray (from Kirkwall)

You’ll start your journey by following the west coast of Shapinsay, passing Gairsay. Once past the Galt skerry and the Green Holms you’ll reach the Falls of Warness, where the boat might be subject to a bit more rolling movement. Next, you will follow the coast of Eday northwards.

If your ferry is not calling at Westray, you may take the route between the south end of Faray and Fersness in Eday, passing the small island of Red Holm. If your ferry is calling at Rapness, Westray you will sail past Rusk Holm before arriving at Rapness. Then you'll sail through Weatherness Sound between Westray and the Holm of Faray.

Your ferry will take a spectacular route with great views of the rugged cliffs of Westray’s east coast. Look out for plentiful seabirds and caves. Looking over towards Eday you'll get a great view of the cliffs at the Red Head, with the Grey Head behind. Your ferry will give the Skelwick skerry a wide berth, before heading towards Mocklett Bay on Papa Westray, where you’ll dock at the new pier.