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Staffa

A small island with a giant reputation, Staffa has been attracting visitors for centuries. People come to marvel at the imposing dark columns of volcanic rock that make up the island's cliffs and to see Fingal's Cave, a huge sea cave formed by the constant battering of the Atlantic Ocean. A rich mix of seabirds, including guillemots, razorbills and puffins, make the island their summer home.

• Best time to visit

  Spring and summer.
  

• Getting there

  Tour boats operate from Mull and Iona. Telephone one of the local Tourist Offices for details – Craignure: 01680 812377, Tobermory: 01688 302182 or Oban: 01631 563122. Poor weather may prevent access.
  

• Visitor facilities

  None. It can be very slippy underfoot so please ensure that you wear appropriate footwear.
  

• Contact

  NTS, Greenbank House, Flenders Road, Clarkston, Glasgow G76 8RB. Tel: 0844 4932215
  

• Managed by

  The National Trust for Scotland