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Sango Sands Caravan and Camping
Sango Sands
Durness
Highlands (Browse area)
IV27 4PP
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Pitches: 82
Open: 17/03/2026 to 31/10/2026
17/03/2027 to 31/10/2027
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 Motorhome Pitches |
 Small Campervans |
 No Glamping Units |
 Holiday Homes for Hire |
 No Statics for Sale |
 No Seasonal Pitches |
 Electric Hookups |
 Hardstanding Pitches |
 No Fully Serviced Pitches |
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| Who's it for |
 Families Welcome |
 Not Members Only |
 No Rallies |
 Not Naturist Site |
 Dogs Welcome |
 No Dogs Allowed |
 Groups Welcome |
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| Facilities |
 Toilet Facilities |
 Hot Showers |
 Washing Up |
 No Bathroom |
 No Baby Changing |
 Laundry On Site |
 Drinking Water |
 Disabled Friendly |
 Chemical Disposal |
 No Battery Charging |
 No Gas Exchange |
 No Recycling Facilities |
 Kitchen Facilities |
 No Freezer / Fridge |
 Motorhome Point |
 No Wifi Access |
 Shop On Site |
 Bar <1 mile |
 Restaurant or Cafe or Takeaway On Site |
| Activities |
 No Playground |
 No TV Room |
 No Games Room |
 No Evening Ents |
 Fishing On Site |
 Wild Swimming On Site |
 No Indoor Pool |
 No Outdoor Pool |
 No Horse Riding |
 No Cycle Hire |
 Golf <1 mile |
 No Tennis |
 Beach On Site |
 Watersports <1 mile |
 No Boat Launch |
| Other Features |
 Sea Views |
 Not Working Farm |
 No Campfires Allowed |
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 Coastside Pitches |
 Public Transport <1 mile |
 No Dog Walk |
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| Date of Visit: September 2014 |
Unit: Motorhome |
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| Reviewer: Photo4x4 |
17 reviews from this member |
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 We stayed for one night at Sango Sands after reading the reviews on this website and it did not disappoint! We live just north of Inverness and this was a quick weekend up on the North Coast for us.
There is a shop and fuel available nearby so if you forget anything or need to top up supplies it is easy to do so.
We had pre-booked for a hard standing site with electric hook up and our pitch number was displayed clearly on the reception door and our pitch was marked with our name. Just inside the site is an area for ‘servicing’ with fresh water (hose pipe provided, grey water disposal and waste disposal). There is plenty of room for the largest of motor homes to use these facilities. I filled up with fresh water on entering the site. I used the grey water disposal when we left and this is easy to use as well as you can park over the drain.
We were on pitch number 13, on the edge of the cliff, and the views were simply spectacular. There is no doubt that the journey up to the North Coast is well worth it for the location and setting of the site. The winding single track roads may explain the preponderance of motor homes on the site. Believe me it is well worth the effort.
The shower and toilet blocks are fairly old but are in good clean condition. The showers are easy to work and just need you to push the tap for a supply of nice hot water and if you need more time, just push the tap again. The toilets were also clean and tidy. There were numerous rubbish disposal/recycling sites dotted around.
We only spoke to a site warden one on his patrol around the site when he called for payment. He was cheerful and pleasant. I would definitely call the site friendly they provide great facilities for tent campers and you can even pitch for free during the winter (if you want electric hook up there is a charge and I believe that the toilets are open but the showers unheated I believe). This if a really nice and friendly touch. Also the site is not plastered with posters proclaiming the ‘rules’. You feel that you are trusted to get on with what you are there for – to relax and enjoy the views.
If you are staying at the site then a visit to Smoo Cave is a must and there are spectacular views around every corner.
We will definitely be back again for a longer stay and would highly recommend this site to others.
Well done Sango sands and thanks. 
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| Date of Visit: July 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Armchaircamper |
22 reviews from this member |
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This site is in a spectacular location overlooking an award winning beach, with sea views to the north. Orkney can be spotted in the distance.
No booking is required - just turn up. The owner was friendly and welcoming. The site is spacious with a variety of areas to pitch. We overlooked one of the two beaches and had uninterrupted views out to sea. The site is exposed to the wind so that needs to be borne in mind when pitching.
Shower and toilet facilities were clean. There is a covered campers' cooking area with tables to sit at and eat. There are two large gas rings provided for cooking on, which amazingly were free of charge. That was a great bonus as the wind was blowing the heat away from our camp stove and making it difficult to cook outdoors. There is also a covered dishwashing area. For £7 per person per night I considered this site to be excellent value.
There is a Spar shop with cash machine just up the road and a petrol pump opposite, and also a small shop nearer to the campsite. The Tourist Information is just beside the site too and very handy for popping into with questions.
Smoo Cave, about a mile away, is a must. It's an enormous sea cave which you can wander into and look around or pay £4 to be taken into the inner caverns in a small boat.
There are various guided walks during the summer. We went on a walk through the dunes at Balnakeil beach to see the puffins which nest by the cliffs. The ranger told us a lot about the wild flowers, bird life and the history of the area.
A beautiful site in a beautiful area. We will be back!
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| Date of Visit: July 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Gwennol17 |
11 reviews from this member |
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What a place! We ended up staying for 2 nights rather than the one planned and we managed a different cliff top site with a change of view the 2nd night. £14 each night (no electric). We chose our own spot and then went back to the office at a time given to pay. We noted that the manager/owner drove round a couple of times a day to make sure everyone had signed in and paid.
Ideally placed for appreciating the long white beach, though access down can be a bit scrambly.
Facilities on the site are clean and plentiful, including camp kitchen and washing up areas.
There is plenty of hard standing for bigger motor homes and those requiring electric but the best areas are where there is just grass. Winds were very high when we were there (or was that normal?) so some tents were flapping alarmingly. Think about which direction you pitch and where best to park a car for a windbreak.
Close by are 2 shops and an adjacent pub. The smallest shop, next to the pub, is an experience and jam packed with basics, though the Spar in the other direction gives greater choice.
We stayed here as it was convenient for the Cape Wrath ferry, though conditions meant it was cancelled.
Smoo Cave, a mile to the East, is a free attraction that is worth a visit. Apart from that just enjoys the views and the beach.
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Trubytribute |
17 reviews from this member |
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This site was the highlight of our tour of the beautiful north west coast of Scotland. We stayed 2 nights and I LOVED IT. We booked and so when we got to the site we could see where our pitch was on the door and we had a personalised marker with our names on confirming the right pitch. The lady who manages it was so very friendly. Many thanks to her.
VIEWS - oh to die for - sea as far as the eye could sea straight ahead from the pitch with cliffs on either side of Sango bay. The beaches were wonderful - not huge but in little bays some of which linked. Mountains in the background and moorland. Who needs tele when you can look out to sea and with a pair of binoculars you can see ships on the horizon. The contrast to this area and the North east couldn't be greater, single track roads, bleak mountains and a sense of how difficult life must have been 100 years ago or more whereas on the north east there is lowlands and fertile lands.
Sorry to go on but nearly forgot the very friendly staff at the tourist information centre.
Lots to do here on foot, with a couple of shops, pubs and so on. I will go again
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
Unit: Touring Caravan |
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| Reviewer: Cwarchc |
29 reviews from this member |
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What a stunning site
Feels like its the end of the world.
Amazing location on the cliffs overlooking a fabulous beach
Fairly busy, and bigger site than expected, never felt crowded
The facilities are a little dated, though some appear to have been renovated.
Great value for money, 7 nights for the price of 6
Make sure you go to Balnikeil to see the Puffins, and sample the hot chocolate
A great way to escape from the 'real world' in an amazing part of Scotland
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Camping-paynes |
4 reviews from this member |
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What a great campsite. We had a lovely warm welcome from the guy in the office, he happily booked us on, explained the facilities and invited us to choose our own pitch.
The site was well laid out, with areas divided by small bushes and trees and the road going around, there was lots of space and the views were spectacular, with the most white sandy beaches and a little trail leading down to the cove. There is plenty of areas for kids to play however I would be careful of pitching close to the cliffs as they could easily climb through the fence.
The location is perfect and the town is remote. There is a pub on site and a hotel across the road, the food in the hotel is expensive but very nice. There is also a small post office/store just offsite. All shops etc close on a Sunday as does the fuel station, so be well prepared if you're heading at the weekend.
The facilities were great. Lots of showers for males and for females which were very clean even after a busy night. Clean toilets well stocked with toilet paper and hand wash. There is a campers kitchen which we didn't use. I used the laundry and dish washing facilities which were good.
We enjoy camping but I'll be honest, we like nice camping with mod cons. Here are some things that maybe not everyone will find useful but the odd few people might. There were sockets available for hair dryers/chargers and there was a hair dryer free to use too. I had a phone signal but it's north highlands so not amazing, I also had GPRS. Wi Fi is available on site too.
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Firefly12 |
3 reviews from this member |
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This site is set in a spectacular location on cliff tops overlooking a beautiful sandy beach. We were pitched on the cliff top on a hard standing pitch with electric. Facilities on the site included one shower block to the rear with 2 showers (unisex) and gents and ladies toilets (separate). There was another shower block with 8 unisex showers to the front of the site and a separate toilet block with gents and ladies toilets and a washing up area. Facilities were clean and showers hot! Staff were friendly and helpful. We had a drink in the bar beside the site and it was pleasant and welcoming with TV, darts and pool available and big comfy chairs. Next door is a restaurant serving meals until 8. 30pm but we didn't use this so can't comment on that. Close to cape wrath ( there is a ferry to take you ) and the Smoo cave. We had lovely sunny weather while there but it was very windy so putting our awning up wasn't an option. Very nice site. Would recommend.
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Captaincalm |
2 reviews from this member |
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This has to be in my top five sites. Despite what I read the place is kept spotless. I can't see anything to moan about. Travel east and there are sites I wouldn't dream of stopping on. I have spent weeks here over the last couple of years and it is as near perfect as perfect gets. The owner James is patient and can't do enough to help.
I just can't get enough of this place.
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Merfi |
3 reviews from this member |
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Cannot get enough of Sango Sands Site, the views are awesome, the weather unpredictable (which adds to the fun)the sea can be stormy in morning and by afternoon calm as a mill pond, and the most spectacular sun sets ever seen. Mixture of grass or hard standings. Tenters have a camping kitchen with table and chairs and the bonus of free use of gas stoves.
The toilet blocks are given a thorough clean every day, but I do despair at the state some of the site users will leave them in, and may I add they are probably the first to complain about them. The main shower block is unisex, but that is not a problem as they have good locks on the door. Can be very busy in the morning though!
Restaurant/Bar attached to Site gives excellent value for money with good food.
Children have to be supervised owing to proximity of cliff edge
But the beach would be a child's idea of heaven.
Very reasonably priced site, with the friendliest of staff, especially young lady who makes everyone welcome, a credit to the owner, who also goes out of his way to help out should it be required. Spar shop and Craft Village within easy walking distance.
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| Date of Visit: June 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Tisfortom |
8 reviews from this member |
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Been here lots of times over the years. Seems some of the tent space near to the perimeter fence overlooking the beach has been taken up by spaces for campervans now. Shame, I nearly lost a tent over there once as a gust of wind caught it as I was taking it down.
The site itself is in a great location with superb views which always seem slightly different each time you go, partly due to the local weather there. The facilities on site are adequate but are in need of an upgrade. Still, showers are free and work well. And there is a campers kitchen there as well, complete with gas (not many of these about). There is a nearby shop which sells just about everything although at busy times you need be in quick for bread and milk. Nearby also is Smoo Cave, Faraid Head and Cape Wrath where you will find mainland UKs most northerly cafe. At the side of the site is a great bar with comfy sofas and good food. If you have never ventured so far north this site is for me at least the perfect place to stay.
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| Date of Visit: May 2014 |
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| Reviewer: LCfamily |
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Stayed for 2 nights with family (kids age 8 & 5). First night on Central grassed area. 2nd night moved to hard standing above cliff edge with magnificent views of beach and ocean. Just like you'd see in book!
Adequate and clean facilities. Hot showers in mixed sex block. They could be improved by provision of something to stand on to create a dry area eg wooden 'mat' style platform outside each shower. Single sex toilets. Plug sockets for own hairdryers and mirrors. Drying room - although this was just clothes lines in an in heated room. Pot sinks and I believe their was a campers kitchen although I didn't check it out.
Lovely beach with breaking waves.
Hot choc at Cocoa Mtn (1 mile away at craft village) was best ever.
Spar shop close to site with cash point.
It's all about the location, view, beach and fresh air!
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| Date of Visit: May 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Babywhale |
26 reviews from this member |
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This camp site is one of the best we've visited. We stayed for three nights on EHU. The site is clean and spacious with excellent views out to sea and inland.
There's a very laid back feel. Nothing is particular regimented and rules are kept to a minimum - not that I imagine anyone would break them as this site attracts the quiet and considerate camper.
Pitch more or less where you like. Plenty of water points and waste bin points. Toilet block is clean and fairly recently modernised. Showers were clean and hot water plentiful. The 8-block one was open except for one day when the gas supply had run out. Yes they are unisex showers but even at bank holiday weekend it wasn't too busy. None of the issues that some have experienced with the shower block seeming dated and unclean. Must have been a one off. Pot wash area also clean and the sinks are large.
Nothing provided for children - except for fresh air and an accessible clean beach. Didn't actually see any children despite there being 20 plus Motorhomes on site and a dozen or so tents.
Pub nearby - didn't use it but it seemed welcoming. Also a couple if shops are nearby, including a spar. Stock variety is very good although opening hours are limited as with everywhere in these parts.
In summary a great retreat for the discerning adult camper who wants minimal facilities and minimal interference.
Will be back :-)
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| Date of Visit: May 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Dippingatoe |
7 reviews from this member |
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Absolutely stunning site to stay and excellent value for money. Lots to do in the surrounding area. Visit Cape Wrath, or Smoo Caves, or have chocolate at Chocolate Mountain. For those who can walk it must be heaven. I am slightly immobile, but still managed to do quite a lot, and enjoyed every minute.
The beaches below the site looked terrific, and though I couldn't get down there I spent hours just watching the tides and the waves. The dog enjoyed a walk along the sandy cliff top and everyone there including the staff and customers were friendly and helpful.
There is a well stocked shop on one side and a pub doing good pub grub on the other
If you are in this part of Scotland, you MUST go, and if you aren't then its worth making the effort to travel there.
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| Date of Visit: May 2014 |
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| Reviewer: RoyVaux |
45 reviews from this member |
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A glorious location overlooking the bay from the top of a cliff. Judging from 2013 reviews, the site and pitches must have been improved, with new stands and roads added and grass kept cut.
However, the facilities still lack proper regular cleaning to the standard that visitors expect today. The 8 unit mixed sex shower block was in a very poor state, even in mid-May when the site was being lightly used. The 2 unit shower block on the other side of the site, which had the advantage of toilets in the same building, were much better.
Almost all of the pitches needed levelling blocks and were too close together if you want an awning.
The local shop is a short walk away. The odd thing was that reception is only manned early and late in the day, with no attention outside these hours.
I suppose we have to be grateful that there is any site at all in such a remote place and make allowances for the lack of standards seen further South. Terrestrial TV, if you can find it at all, is poor and the site does not offer a booster or WiFi.
The proximity of a restaurant on site was a real bonus in the middle of a glorious nowhere. The pub itself is nothing special but is handy.
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| Date of Visit: April 2014 |
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| Reviewer: Salsapembs |
17 reviews from this member |
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My family & I stayed for one night in a motorhome on our 10 day tour around Scotland during the Easter holidays. What a great location with electric hook up pitches over looking the most stunning beach with white sand & green sea! (Not suitable for small children due to cliff top pitches) Having experienced a number of different caravan parks over the years we found this one to be very basic. Plenty of toilets available but there were two shower blocks but only one block was open during our stay in the peak Easter Holidays which meant there were only 2 single shower cubicles available for the WHOLE SITE! (males & females had to share the 2 showers!)They were clean & had plenty of hot water but were very small & quite off-putting the thought of someone of the opposite sex in the cubicle next to you. Set in a beautiful remote location at the very top North coast of Scotland but sadly the facilities let this site down & not one which we would return to in the future unless there were separate male & female shower blocks!
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