Top Scotland Wildlife Encounters in 2026

Set within beautiful Highland woodland near Tornagrain, our Private Woodland Hawk Walks offer a slower, more personal experience immersed in the atmosphere and natural beauty of the Highlands. Far removed from crowded tourist attractions and public group sessions, each experience is carefully tailored to create a calm, memorable encounter with birds of prey in a truly natural setting. Along the way, guests learn about falconry, local wildlife, woodland ecology, and Highland folklore, creating a deeper understanding of both the bird and the landscape. The combination of hands-on participation, peaceful surroundings, and authentic storytelling offers a memorable Highland experience that most visitors to Scotland never get the chance to enjoy.

Discover more about Scottish history on this guided walking tour of Edinburgh Castle. Walk up the Royal Mile with your guide while learning about the castle's 3,000-year history and its role in Scottish heritage. Explore the castle grounds with detailed insights into key features like the one o'clock gun and Argyle Battery, gaining a deeper understanding than a casual visitor.

Delve into the history and lore of Oban and its little-known treasures with this guided driving tour far from the tourist track. Visit highlights like the Dunstaffnage Castle & Chapel, St. Conan's Kirk, and Kilchurn Castle plus travel down the Glen Lonan Road to admire standing stones and take in the sweeping landscape, with free admission at Taynuilt Trees. End with a tasting at an open-air seafood bar on the waterfront.

Explore the Isle of Skye in a totally unique way with an expert wildlife photographer as your guide. Hike through glens and forest and discover the natural habitats of some of Skye’s most elusive residents: eagles, sea otters, deer, seals and pine martens. Learn how to take professional-quality wildlife photographs with your own camera, and get close to nature with a guide who truly knows the secrets of the Island.

The Isle of Skye is the largest of Scotland’s Hebrides Islands and this multi-day tour from Edinburgh ensures you take in all the highlights. Admire natural wonders such as Loch Ness, Glencoe, and Ben Nevis; visit Lealt Falls, Dunvegan Castle, and Kilt Rock on the Isle of Skye; and see Eilean Donan Castle, where "Highlander" was filmed.

Explore the mysterious majesty of Loch Ness, from the loch’s deep blue-green waters to the legendary tale of the Loch Ness Monster on this private full-day tour. Visit landmarks such as the Falls of Foyers, Fort Augustus, and the Caledonian Canal, and even visit the enchanting Loch Ness alpacas for an additional fee.

Planning a multi-day journey through the Scottish Highlands and the Isle of Skye can be challenging, especially when it involves long drives and accommodation logistics. However, this 3-day tour from Edinburgh takes care of everything for you—so you can focus on making the most of the sweeping Highland scenery. Along the way, gain insight into Scotland’s past at locations such as Culloden Battlefield, and choose to enhance your experience with an optional cruise on Loch Ness and entry to Urquhart Castle.

Enjoy heart-pumping thrills in the Perthshire wilderness on this Killiecrankie Valley bungee jump experience. Soak up the views and gather your nerves from the purpose-built platform 131 feet (40 meters) above the beautiful River Garry. When you’re good and ready, leap into the wide, blue yonder for an adrenaline rush to remember!

Explore the stunning Scottish Highlands on a full-day excursion that includes Glencoe and Loch Ness. Set out from Edinburgh aboard a comfortable coach to experience some of the area's top sights and attractions. Enjoy a chance to escape the bustle of modern life as you learn the fascinating history of Glencoe—a village made famous as a setting for movies in the “James Bond” and “Harry Potter” series—and see the world-renowned Loch Ness too,

Enjoy some of Scotland's most stunning scenery as you travel into the Highlalnds on this full-day guided tour from Inverness. Journey around Loch Ness and all the way to the west coast. You'll see ancient ruins, a poignant war memorial, beautiful beaches and a hidden waterfall before boarding the classic Jacobite Steam Train, one of the world's most scenic railways and made famous by the Harry Potter movies.

Immerse yourself in the rugged peninsular landscapes of the Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands on this 3-day trip from Edinburgh. During your visit to Scotland's wild northwest coast, you’re driven through the Highlands, including stops at Glencoe and Loch Ness. Stay overnight with daily breakfasts in the harbor town of Portree, where you find local pubs and have plenty of time to explore the Isle of Skye with your guide. Numbers are limited to 16 people on this small-group tour, ensuring a personalized experience.

Get out of the city and soak up the natural beauty of Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands on this day tour from Edinburgh. See wooded lochs and tucked-away villages as you journey through spectacular scenery en route to Glencoe and Fort Augustus. Enjoy a boat tour in search of the Loch Ness Monster and traverse the picturesque Cairngorms National Park. Travel in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with a small group.