Herbusta is situated within the township of Kilmuir, just off the main Uig-to-Staffin road. It is within easy walking distance of the Skye Museum of Island Life, the historic Kilmuir Cemetery and Flora MacDonald’s monument. A waymarker leads you to the Loch Sneosdal hillwalking circuit which takes in a hidden corrie loch, impressive cliffs and Beinn a’ Sgà, where Golden Eagles are often observed. The area is well noted for its bird life - Wheatears, Stonechats, and Reed Buntings can be seen on the quiet slopes of the hills around Herbusta.