Rural
Cold plunge
Images credit: Arisaig Sauna
At a glance
About this sauna
Arisaig Sauna Acharacle is a converted horsebox set on The Dancing Duck Croft at Dalnabreck in Moidart. It is a working family croft with ducks, chickens and dogs about the place, and the sauna window looks out over it. Down the field, the view opens over Loch Shiel to Ben Resipol.
The sauna began in Arisaig and kept its name when it moved here.
What to expect
- Social sessions for up to 4 people
- One-hour sessions
- Wood-fired sauna in a converted horsebox
- Old cowboy bath for a cold plunge, plus a watering can shower
- Views across Loch Shiel to Ben Resipol
- Ducks, chickens and dogs roaming the croft
Additional experiences and sessions
- Private hire available
- Large group bookings available by arrangement
- Gift vouchers available
Plan your visit
Getting there
By car: From Fort William, take the A830 to Lochailort, then the A861 towards Acharacle. The croft is at 8 Dalnabreck. Postcode for sat nav: PH36 4JX
Finding the sauna: On The Dancing Duck Croft at Dalnabreck
Facilities
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Two towels (one for sitting on, one for drying off)
- Flip flops or sandals
- Warm layers for afterwards
- Water bottle
- Changing robe or loose layers for getting changed outdoors
Location
What’s nearby
The bothy shop on the croft sells fresh eggs and Glenfinnan Coffee. Acharacle is a short drive further along the A861, where the Loch Shiel Hotel serves meals and there is a café in the village centre, though opening times vary by season. The Silver Walk to Castle Tioram on Loch Moidart is also close by, a rough coastal path to a ruined castle on a tidal island.
Before you go
If you’re new to wild saunas, these quick answers might help
No — you can enjoy the sauna on its own.
Yes — you can move between the sauna, the water and breaks outside at your own pace.
