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Bressay Explorer Crofting and Island Life Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

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The best way to experience true Shetland is to get out of town and see the rural communities which are backbone of island life. Join us as we cross Lerwick Harbour to the small island of Bressay (population c.350) where we're guided by an island resident who shows us the best of his island home. Experience life on a Shetland croft, meet the famous sheep and delve into Bressay's 6000 year history through the eyes of a qualified archaeologist.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not recommended for travelers with mobility problems

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Admission to Garth's Croft

Ferry Fares to Bressay

Fuel surcharge

Parking Fees

Gratuities

Lunch

What To Expect

1

Lerwick

Meet your driver in Lerwick Town Centre and make the short journey to the Bressay Ferry Terminal, where we join the small inter-island ferry for the 7 minute crossing to Bressay.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Bressay

Arriving in Bressay, we meet our local guide who is an island resident, crofter and archaeologist. Tours departing on Saturdays will have the chance to explore Bressay Heritage Centre which tells the story of the island's 6000 year history. On all days, we will see a reconstruction of a Bronze Age Burnt Mound which was saved from crumbling into the sea.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Bressay Explorer Crofting and Island Life Tour

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

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  • Best tour ever!

    Susan S,

    Aug 15, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This was the very best tour of our vacation. We saw the working of a sheep farm first hand, spectacular views that were off the beaten path, and it was extremely informative. I learned a lot about the archeological sites of Shetland. This should not be missed.

  • Chris is the best! Fantastic tour

    Abbey O,

    Aug 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    We had an absolutely incredible time touring Bressay with Chris. He was an awesome guide and showed us so much cool stuff we would have never seen if we had stayed in Lerwick and not booked an excursion. Highly recommend!

  • The best tour in Lerwick Scotland! Don’t miss!!

    Richard M,

    Jun 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    If you are ever in Lerwick, Scotland take this incredible tour to Bressay! One of a kind, up close and personal tour of the quiet, pristine and self sufficient Garths Croft. Chris is a historian, archeologist, and sheep herder to name a few of the hats he wears developing this homestead and helping to preserve and understand the natural history of Bressay. Go! You won’t be disappointed! The best tour we have ever done…

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