Uber offering once in a lifetime free Loch Lomond 'Seaplane experience'
Ever fancy trying out one of Loch Lomond's famous seaplane trips? Well, Uber is offering people a once-in-a-lifetime chance to try them for free.
With the firm now offering its services on more unique ways to travel including trains, Uber is launching the Uber Seaplane. From September 21 to 23, the brand say customers can embark on a 30-minute "journey of a lifetime in the skies" over Loch Lomond.
The amphibious aircraft fits up to six people per ride. Riders will begin by boarding from the exclusive jetty of five-star luxury hotel, Cameron House, before ascending thousands of feet into the air to soar over the sweeping Scottish landscape.
Following the popular West Highland Way hiking path from the skies, the route will allow scenery-seekers to drink in the stunning sights of Loch Lomond, Fort William, the tallest mountain in the UK, Ben Nevis, the Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe Valley and the Trossachs National Park.
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To bring the tour to life, Uber say they have partnered with actor and proud Scot, Alan Cumming, who has recorded a voiceover for the journey, sharing personal stories and anecdotes, delving into his knowledge and love for the Highlands.
The Uber Seaplane can be booked via the Uber Seaplane website with it being a free experience, passengers will only need to place a £50 deposit, which will be refunded upon the day of the flight.
General manager at Uber UK, Andrew Brem, said: “The Scottish Highlands are one of the most beautiful sights in the world. We’re thrilled to work with the iconic Alan Cumming to provide Uber customers with an extra special guided Seaplane tour of this special place”.
The Uber Seaplane is the second instalment in Uber’s ‘Britannia’ series, which adds some magic to quintessential British moments and places. It follows the 2023 launch of the Coronation Carriage, where Uber customers could ride like a royal in the exact replica of the Coronation Carriage.
Along with the launch of the limited edition Uber Seaplane, the famous Caledonian Sleeper is also available to book now on Uber, offering travel from London to Scotland in luxury via the app.
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