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Where Next?

Scotland is bursting with island adventures - so much to choose from, where might you venture? 

For island adventures, book your CalMac trip. The only question left is...where next?

Where Next?
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Where Next?

Scotland is bursting with island adventures - so much to choose from, where might you venture? 

For island adventures, book your CalMac trip. The only question left is...where next?

Where Next?

Helping you get there

We are committed to making your journey as smooth as possible. Here are some useful tips and information to help you prepare for your next journey.

Buy before you travel

Book online and enjoy the freedom to manage your journey. With your personal account, you can easily view and manage bookings, check service status, and plan your next adventure.

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The Community Fund is back!

The CalMac Community Fund is now open until 16 November, with grants of £1,000 to £10,000 available to support projects that improve wellbeing, address local challenges, and strengthen communities across our island and coastal network.

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Celebrating our communities and our people

Stay up to date with what's happening across the network and discover stories celebrating creativity, community and island life. Together, they offer a closer look at the places and people behind the journey.

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Discover our onboard food, drink and local suppliers

That’s not the engine you hear rumbling - it’s time to visit our onboard cafés with menus to suit all tastes. It’s all part of the adventure when you sail with us, from fresh dishes perfect for sharing to treats from our shop. You’ll also find products from over 60 local and island-based suppliers across 15 islands - a great way to sample and support the communities we serve.

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Interactive Map

Discover Scotland’s west coast with ease using our Interactive Map. Explore ferry routes, island destinations, and port connections across the CalMac network. To help plan your next adventure with us.

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CHFS3 - A new chapter for Caledonian MacBrayne

On 1 October 2025, we entered a new chapter with the start of CHFS3 – a ten-year contract that sets clear expectations for a service that is safe, reliable, accessible, sustainable and integrated with wider transport networks.

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