Safety & insurance

Standards we operate to.

Loch Lomond is a large body of open water. Every sailing is operated in line with current maritime guidance, with equipment, training and insurance to match.

Licensed & compliant

All sailings are operated in line with MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency) small-craft guidance applicable to inland waters.

RYA-trained skippers

Every tour is led by an RYA-qualified skipper with local Loch Lomond experience.

Life jackets for all guests

MCA-approved buoyancy aids in all sizes (including child sizes) are provided and must be worn on the water.

Comprehensive insurance

Full passenger liability and public liability insurance in place. Certificates available on request before booking.

Daily vessel checks

Each boat is inspected before every sailing — fuel, engine, comms, first aid and safety kit.

First aid on board

Skippers are first-aid trained. A stocked marine first aid kit is on every vessel.

Weather-led decisions

Conditions are monitored continuously. If a sailing cannot proceed safely, we reschedule or refund.

Pre-departure briefings

Every guest receives a safety briefing covering life jackets, on-board conduct and emergency procedure.

Maximum 6 guests

A hard cap of six guests per boat. Vessels are never overloaded.

Alcohol policy

Wines on the camping experience are served on the island only. Skippers do not drink while on duty.

Need our documentation?

Tour operators, schools and corporate bookings can request our insurance certificates, risk assessment and safety policy before confirming. Email safety@lochlomondboattours.co.uk.