Taymouth Marina Hotbox Boat Sauna Kenmore floating on Loch Tay with a guest diving in

Taymouth Marina Hotboat Sauna

A wood-fired sauna boat that cruises the waters of Loch Tay

Lochside Loch swim

At a glance

Heat Wood-fired
Water Loch swim
Sessions Social sessions and private hire
Parking Onsite marking
Changing Onsite changing
Toilets Onsite toilets
Booking Book online
Access A few minutes' walk from parking to the marina
Arrival Via the A827 through Aberfeldy to Kenmore

About this sauna

Taymouth Marina HotBoat Sauna, Kenmore is a wood-fired sauna set on a custom-built boat, cruising the waters of Loch Tay with views towards Ben Lawers and Glen Lyon. A static version is also available, moored at the marina itself.

It’s part of the wider Taymouth Marina site, alongside houseboats, apartments and a lively watersports scene.

What to expect

  • Wood-fired sauna on a custom-built boat, cruising Loch Tay
  • A 90 minute cruise, with the sauna heated throughout
  • A wild swim, straight into the loch
  • Views towards Ben Lawers and Glen Lyon
  • Bluetooth sound system to set your own playlist

Additional experiences and sessions

  • Static, moored version of the sauna also available at the marina (HotBox Spa)
  • Complimentary access included for guests staying in the marina's Houseboats
  • Watersports activities also run from the marina
  • Dining available on site at the Ferryman's Inn

Plan your visit

Booking Book online Getting there From the A9, take the A827 at Ballinluig, following signs for Aberfeldy, then continue through Aberfeldy towards Kenmore. After about 6 miles, the road drops downhill into Kenmore, turn left at the bottom towards South Loch Tay, and the marina is on the left after half a mile. Free parking is available on site, with EV charging points too (bring your own charging lead) Facilities Onsite changing Toilets Onsite toilets 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 changing outdoors

Location

What’s nearby

The Kenmore Hotel has the historic Poet’s Bar and the Boar’s Head, said to be Scotland’s oldest inn, dating back to 1572. The Scottish Crannog Centre, a reconstructed Bronze Age loch dwelling, is close by, and the Taymouth Castle estate has a waymarked walking trail through its grounds, though the castle itself isn’t open to visitors.

Before you go

If you’re new to wild saunas, these quick answers might help

Do you have to go in the water?

No — you can enjoy the sauna on its own.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes — you can move between the sauna, the water and breaks outside at your own pace.