If it is relaxation and a feeling of getting away from it all is what you are looking for, then Uist, the collective name for the islands of Berneray, North Uist, Grimsay, Benbecula, South Uist and Eriskay, is the place you want to be. Each of the 6 islands are connected by causeway, and also connected to Barra and Harris by ferry, which make Uist a great base for exploring.
With hills to the east and miles of lowlying machair and white sand beaches to the west and a watery landscape in between, Uist is a haven for wildlife and perfect for nature lovers.
Cross the Sound of Harris to reach the Isle of Berneray, with its mix of rocky bays and expansive sandy beaches. A short drive across a causeway leads to North Uist, a landscape of machair, sands, and active crofting, with its rugged east coast dotted with archaeological sites and scenic sea lochs and just over another causeway, is the island of Grimsay, a small, but vibrant fishing community. Benbecula, a flatter island with a single hill, is a hub of activity and home to abundant birdlife. South Uist features rugged hills to the east and continuous machair and wildflower-covered beaches to the west. The picturesque island of Eriskay is reached by a causeway from South Uist and is a rocky little island with a strong fishing tradition and stunning beaches.
