Uber seaplane: US tech firm launches Loch Lomond adventure in Scotland

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. For three days later this month, Uber Seaplane will take to the skies from a jetty on the bank of Loch Lomond, following a route that almost mirrors the majestic West Highland Way – and incredibly, it’s free. open image in gallery Only a small number of people will be able to experience Uber Seaplane We went beyond the expected route, which would normally last 30 minutes, glancing over the Inner Hebrides – appearing as the smallest spits of land from high in the cabin – before swooping around and returning to Loch Lomond, barely a shudder as the floats met water. open image in gallery High flier: pilot John beside the plane as it waits on Loch Lomond So why the skies above this pocket of Caledonia to add to Uber’s already quirky roster? open image in gallery From Loch Lomond the flight route takes in some serious Highland landmarks This is more rough-and-ready adventure than the other Uber experiences – or, to use the Uber taxi terminology, it’s not like you’re booking an Uber Lux.