Title: Balkaniel Beach Tours - Book Now | Expedia.com [Balkaniel Beach Hotels](https://expedia.com/Balkaniel-Beach-Hotels.0-l6088881-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Scotland](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Scotland.d11219.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Scotland](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Scotland.d11219.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Balkaniel Beach](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Balkaniel-Beach.d6088881.Car-Rental-Guide)[Scotland Vacations](https://expedia.com/Scotland.d11219.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Balkaniel Beach Tours ![ #GoldenHour #waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975849234/72a3b887-c44b-4d2a-9b8a-798e3f2bf831.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ #GoldenHour #waterlust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975849234/72a3b887-c44b-4d2a-9b8a-798e3f2bf831.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Balkaniel Beach Activities --- --- Beachcombing is a fun activity the whole family can enjoy. So, why not take the kids to Balkaniel Beach to see what you can spot scattered along the seashore? This stretch of coastline is situated in [Balnakeil](https://www.expedia.com/Balnakeil.dx553248635975849234), a place that has so much on offer! Durness Beach, Smoo Cave, and Balnakiel Craft Village are other interesting sightseeing opportunities close by when you're done at Balkaniel Beach. ## Plan a trip to see Balkaniel Beach Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Regent House Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2070000/2064400/2064338/717514c2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Regent House Hotel Edinburgh City Centre $986 per person Apr 28 - Apr 30 just found Roundtrip non-stop flight included Dallas (DFW) to Edinburgh (EDI) 7.8/10 Good! (707 reviews) The location, the cleanliness of the room, everything was impeccable, simple but comfortable. 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Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026 ### Popular places to visit ![Whiten Head, Durness, Sutherland, Scotland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6088879/57d4fe02-a31a-44ed-bed8-b22cef033c6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durness Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Durness Beach during your travels in Durness? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.com/Durness-Beach-Durness.d6088879.Vacation-Attraction) #### Balnakiel Craft Village Find out about the history of Balnakeil when you spend time at Balnakiel Craft Village. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Balnakiel-Craft-Village-Scotland.d553248621555971744.Vacation-Attraction) #### John Lennon Memorial Garden Explore the great outdoors at John Lennon Memorial Garden, a lovely green space in Durness. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. 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