Mull & Iona Guided Walking with Sightseeing

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The UK has a famously unpredictable climate so it's best to be prepared for weather that’s sunny one minute and raining the next.  To make it easier, here’s a list of items you should consider packing.   
Essentials  

Suitable footwear such as waterproof walking boots that provide ankle support and good grip  
Waterproof and windproof jacket 
Comfortable clothing (jeans & waterproof capes are not suitable)  
Mid-layer(s) to keep you warm. Fleeces make a good choice
Waterproof overtrousers  
Gloves and a warm hat  
Rucksack with waterproof liner 
Flask for hot drinks   
Water bottle (at least 1 litre capacity)  
Sunscreen  
UV sunglasses  

For holidays operating October through to the end of March, please also bring the following on your walks:

spare warm clothing
spare high energy food
head torch and spare batteries
please note for the October to March season your waterproof jacket needs to offer a high level of waterproofing and wind resistance, and a hood. Look for a waterproof jacket with sealed/taped seams and a minimum HH (hyrodstatic head - this is the rating given on waterproof jackets) of 10,000mm+

Recommended  

Several base layers (long-sleeve or short-sleeve)  
Cushioned walking socks to avoid blisters  
First aid kit, including plasters and midge repellent/net and tick remover tool
Sit mat   
Waterproof pouch for valuables  
Rubbish bag (remember to always leave no trace)  
Wallet/purse  
Camera
Walking poles
Midge net
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    string(59) "Joining instructions for Mull & Iona Island Hopping Holiday"
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Our group transfer meets the 3:55pm ferry from Oban, which arrives at Craignure at 4:45pm. If you would like to join the group transfer to Park Lodge (a 30-minute journey) which is included in the cost of your holiday, you must contact us on 0208732 1250 or email reservations@hfholidays.co.uk at least 8 weeks before your holiday start date. If you do not contact us, we will assume you are making independent travel arrangements to arrive at Park Lodge Hotel. Check in is from 3pm.
By ferry
Please visit the Caledonian MacBrayne website for up-to-date ferry timetables and ticket bookings to Mull. Tickets must be purchased in advance of travel, even if you are a foot passenger. Regular ferry services (taking less than 1 hour) are available from Oban to Craignure on Mull. The ferry terminal is a short walk from Oban train station. You can also get ferries to Mull from Lochaline, Kilchoan, and Ardnamurchan, and choose to make your own way to the hotel.
By train
The Oban train leaves from Glasgow Queen Street station. For up-to-date timetables, please visit the Scotrail website. Please note, if you intend to travel back to London by train on the day of departure, it is not possible given the timetables currently. Please bear this mind and make independent arrangements for overnight accommodation if required. 
By air
There are a number of both national and international flights to Glasgow International. From there, take the regular airport bus to Glasgow Queen Street train station (George Square) a journey time of 30 minutes. And from Glasgow Queen Street train station, you can get the train to Oban, for the ferry to Mull.
By car
If you intend to leave your car in Oban for the duration of the holiday, there are a number of pay and display car parks – they are popular and do fill up. As an alternative, MacQueen Bros. offers car storage a short distance out of town that can be booked in advance. If you wish to take your car over to Mull, please note that cars cannot be taken to Iona, and need to be left at the free overnight car park in Fionnphort village. On the day we travel to Iona, we will be doing a walk on route. We recommend guests follow the coach from Park Lodge Hotel to the start/finish point of the walk. After completion of the walk, guests can then drive to the free Fionnphort car park (post code PA66 6BH) and re-join the group for the ferry crossing to Iona on foot.
 
On the final day of your holiday, the group will take the ferry from Iona to Fionnphort, where the group is then met for a road transfer to Craignure (for ferries back to the mainland). This (included) group transfer will be in time to meet the ferry that departs Craignure at 11:05 (sailing back to Oban).  
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Ticks
Ticks are tiny creatures that live in vegetation and can attach themselves to passing animals or walkers and may carry a risk of Lyme Disease. Please refer to NHS advice and guidelines for information prior to your holiday.
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Our experienced and knowledgeable volunteer leaders undergo a thorough assessment to lead you on your holiday and are delighted to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you.
Please ensure you complete and hand in your registration form on arrival and let the leader know about any medical problems you may have. This may be useful in the event of a problem on the walk and will be treated confidentially by the leader.
In the event of a problem
If you become separated from your group, please stay where you are. Your leader will retrace their steps to find you.
All our leaders carry a mobile phone, group shelter, spare maps and a compass. In the unlikely event your leader is incapacitated, please use any emergency kit in their rucksack and call the emergency services (call 999 in the UK, or 112 overseas).
Please then try to call the hotel where you are staying to let them know there is a problem.
If you have any cause for complaints regarding accommodation, you should notify your leader who can then attempt to rectify the problem.
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