Islay is the proud home of world-famous peaty single malts – but that's far from the only reason to visit. Discover fascinating ancient monoliths and the enigmatic settlements as you explore the island. Islay is also a wildlife paradise, home to over 200 species of birds – including oystercatchers, gannets and Golden Eagles. From its sandy beaches, you can sometimes spot dolphins and basking sharks. Port Ellen is the gateway to three of the island’s nine distilleries. Of course, no trip to Islay is complete without a 'wee dram' from one of these famous and historic whisky producers, including Laphroaig and Ardbeg.