Uninhabited’ UK island has ‘sensational’ sunsets and is a haven for adorable puffins

Brits have been blown away by a little-known island that is heaven for bird lovers. Puffins are perhaps one of the cutest birds that can be spotted in the UK, known for their colourful beak and penguin-like appearance. But there is one particular place where you can get up close and personal with the endangered seabird while taking in ‘sensational sunsets’. The Isle of Lunga is the largest of the Treshnish Isles in Argyll and Bute, Scotland and is renowned for its drastic landscape and unique wildlife. Here’s everything you need to know about the hidden gem, including how to get there and the best time to visit. Travel and hiking expert Chris Knight, who has amassed more than 12,000 followers thanks to his handy UK travel guides, took to TikTik to show the island’s beauty. “It might be the most spectacular place in the UK to see puffins,” he said. “Back in June myself a friend were lucky enough to spend a night on the island. [We] laid on the clifftop which was lined with thousands of puffins for over an hour, all while being treated to a sensational sunset. “Puffins flew back and forth and ducked in and out to their burrows, even venturing to within a few feet of us. I was left speechless and it was honestly one of the most memorable experiences of my life.” Viewers flocked to the comments section in awe of the island, with one user branding it ‘class’. “Looks amazing,” another wrote – while a third added: “Beautiful.” Want the latest travel news and holiday deals sent straight to your inbox? Sign up to our Travel Newsletter To reach Lunga, you’ll have to catch a boat from Oban on the Scottish mainland or travel from the Isle of Mull. To take the planning out of your hand, you can also embark on a wildlife cruise from Oban Ferry Terminal which calls at the Treshnish Isles as well as Satffa and Iona. This costs £99 per person and needs to be booked with at least 24 hours’ notice. Once you’re on the island, you’ll need to walk up to the top of Harp Rock to catch a glimpse of the puffins. They lay their eggs in burrows on the cliff from May to August, which is the best time to spot them. What’s your favourite UK hidden gem? Let us know in the comments section below