Top The Scottish Highlands Hiking Tours

Take a break from the city on a full-day trip through the Isle of Skye with convenient round-trip transport from central Inverness. In addition to navigating, your guide offers commentary about the area’s top landmarks, including Eilean Donan Castle, Portree, and the Old Man of Storr. Bring your camera: This trip offers endless panoramic views of Scotland’s natural landscape. Note that from late December to early February, the castle is closed to visitors but accessible for photos.

Experience the magical Cairngorms in winter! With this fully bespoke experience you can choose what type of walk or skills course your group would like to do. Book with confidence that you will be hiring a local, 5 star rated, guiding company! We provide all of the technical equipment required for your trip, along with pre event tips too. If you are an adventure seeker who would like to have some fun in the snow this is the ideal trip for you!

Join Luke on this incredible 3 day journey of the Isle of Skye, Islands and Highlands. This fully immersive tour through one of Europes last great wildernesses also adds a touch of intrigue, by including a mystery itinerary, a map and decisions to be made by you along the way. You will: • traverse seas surrounding the Isle of Skye on local Ferries. • travel on a RHIB boat in search of unique Sealife. • visit movie filming locations. • take otherworldly hikes and visit ‘off the beaten path’ viewpoints. • visit two neighbouring islands. • enjoy a local whisky experience. You will spend two nights on Skye. Luke can provide you with his knowledge of accommodation that suits your requirements and advise the very best places to eat on the island. This tour has also been designed to be flexible, giving you the option to finish your adventure in either Inverness, Glasgow or Edinburgh. ... a once in a lifetime experience that is guaranteed to be the highlight of your holiday.

The Cairngorm National Park is a little piece of Arctic plateau and contains many of the highest mountains in the Highlands. The area is full of fascinating geology and history and is home to many rare plant and animal species. Explore the Cairngorms with us and we'll safely guide you to its highest summits and secret corners. We'll select a route that will be challenging but achievable and is big on scenery and satisfaction! This experience is suitable for novices, travellers or anyone looking for a special experience in the local area. No prior experience of mountain walking or hiking is necessary and you'll be kept safe and encouraged every step of the way. Our guides hold the highest attainable qualifications in mountain leadership and are passionate about giving you the best possible experience. We are as excited guided complete beginners as we are guiding experienced hikers and we enjoy working with both the young and the young at heart. We look forward to exploring with you!

Seek out the Loch Ness Monster on a 2-hour cruise from Dochgarroch Lock. The boat is fitted with a special Nessie sonar, but if the elusive monster doesn’t show up, other sights will charm you instead. Pass along the Caledonian Canal into Loch Ness to see Urquhart Castle, Bona Lighthouse, and the site of a World War II bomber crash. Learn about the loch’s history and legends as you cruise.

Avoid the crowds and enjoy an independent exploration of the North Coast 500, thanks to this easy-to-access smartphone app. Offering a 7-day anytime access period means you can plan your travels—either on food or by car—and explore the highlights of the North Coast 500 leisurely at your own pace by solving clues, completing challenges, and earning points.

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.

Glencoe is a truly majestic place. Mountains tower either side of you as you drive through the Glen. The Lost Valley is a perfect hike for most ability levels. You can enjoy the atmosphere, forests and wilderness of Glen Coe in a short hike. Your friendly local guide, Trev, will take care of navigation, safety and logistics so you can enjoy a fantastic hike. Your guide will keep you updated with the mountain forecast and can help with any clothing & equipment questions if needed.

Our courses are created to take you on unforgettable adventures that improve your mental health, allow space for meaningful conversations and give you empowering skills for life.

A 13km / 8 mile low-level walk along the Great Glen Way and Caledonian Canal past Inverlochy Castle, Corpach shipwreck & Neptune's Staircase. This nature hike follows the coast through forests and lavender fields with dramatic mountain backdrops for the entire walk. You'll see various faces of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, along with it's neighbouring mountains. The view up Glen Nevis is impressive on a clear day. If it's running, you'll stand meters from the Jacobite (Harry Potter) steam train as it heads to Glenfinnan viaduct. You'll walk with Trev, your friendly local guide who'll talk you through the area and surrounding mountains. He's always happy to take photos. This is a family friendly walk for 13+ year olds that are comfortable with the distance. There are numerous cafes along the way for refreshments plus a local ice cream shop. We could even visit the Ben Nevis distillery. Establishments aren't guaranteed to be open so carrying refreshments is recommend.

Take on the UK's highest mountain and experience the best of the Scottish countryside on this 8-hour Ben Nevis hike from Fort William. Follow a guide along rugged trails to the peak of Ben Nevis, and gain insight into the wildlife and geology for which the mountain is famous. Along the way, admire spectacular views over the surrounding lakes, forests, peaks and valleys. Enjoy the feeling of achievement at the top, then perhaps finish your day with a refreshing pint back at base!

Our company collaborates with local communities and businesses. By sourcing and purchasing everything for your trip here in Grantown on Spey we are supporting and learning about the local businesses. Hopefully, you will take this approach back home with you for future backpacking trips of your own.

Ridge scrambling is an exhilarating and hands-on way to experience the Cairngorm mountains. Unlike rock climbing, scrambling is about the journey. We'll select a route that will be challenging but achievable and is big on scenery and satisfaction! On this immersive experience you'll get to climb one or more historic mountaineering routes; in a remote corrie, along an airy ridge or up sheer cliff face! This experience is suitable for novices, beginners and travellers looking for a special experience in the local area. No prior experience of climbing or mountaineering is necessary and you'll be kept safe and encouraged every step of the way. Our guides hold the highest attainable qualifications in mountaineering and climbing and are passionate about giving you the best possible experience. We are as excited guided complete beginners as we are guiding experienced climbers and we enjoy working with both the young and the young at heart... We look forward to exploring with you!

Our unique tour offers the chance to explore the Highlands alongside your own "Dougal Mackenzie" doppelgänger guide, who will share authentic stories of the clans and the Highlanders who fought for their honor. To fully immerse you in the 18th-century experience, we can dress you up in traditional attire, such as a Feileadh Mor or an Arisaid. Your journey will also include a visit to the historic standing stones at Clava Cairns, a site renowned for its deep roots in mysticism and folklore.

Ben Nevis is the UK’s tallest mountain and a popular destination among climbing and outdoors enthusiasts—and this small-group tour gives you the support and guidance you need to reach its summit and safely descend. Come ready in your gear, bring along trekking poles, and meet your guide directly at the Ben Nevis Visitor Centre. Then, begin the climb: your guide will manage the pace and shepherd you to the top.

It's no secret; Scotland is home to the finest rock climbing in the UK. Our experiences celebrate and share the wealth and variety that not only the Scottish rock has to offer; but also the magnificent and awe-inspiring scenery, the sense of history, the wide open spaces, the clean, fresh air and the peaceful solitude. We guide on practically all of the most iconic and classic Scottish rock climbing routes, from the easy and accessible; to the extremely hard and the extremely remote. The variety of venues in this area means that we can select a location that will be suitable for everyone in your group. Allowing everyone the chance to explore, challenge themselves and succeed! From total novice to seasoned pro, we promise you a great time... and epic photos!

Learn about the Loch Ness Monster on this app-led treasure hunt and Britain quiz in Inverness. You and your entire family can play, solving clues to find hidden secrets that will help you to earn points and win prizes. You can go at your own pace, and start and finish when you like, since this is a private app-led activity, not a group tour.

Torridon…at some point most mountain bikers make the pilgrimage to the northwest of Scotland to experience some of the most exciting, memorable and spectacular riding in the World. By joining this guided trip you will enjoy a distilled bikepacking version. The miles are not easy. There will be times where you will wonder why you are here with your bike and overnight gear. In the blink of an eye you will then wonder if you will ever experience anything like this again!

The mighty Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the UK at 1,345 meters / 4,413 feet. At the summit, you earn phenomenal views of the Lochaber landscape. Your friendly local guide, Trev, will take care of navigation, safety and logistics so you can enjoy a fantastic day in the mountains. After the hike, we'll head to one of the pubs in the glen for a celebratory pint or dram (optional). A private hike allows you to tailor the day to your liking. We could even summit later in the day to see the sunset. However, weather may affect some options. Your guide will keep you updated with the mountain forecast and can help with any clothing & equipment questions if needed.

Tackle Scotland’s highest peak with confidence—and without the risks of going it alone—on a full-day guided hike up Ben Nevis from Fort William. With a guide handling navigation, pacing, and safety, focus on the challenge and the scenery as you follow rugged mountain trails and take in sweeping views across the Highlands. Reach the summit to explore features such as the remains of the old observatory, and pause on the stony plateau to soak up the achievement.

Explore the Scottish wilderness on the Isle of Skye on a privately guided hike. Choose from either the Old Man of Storr or the Quiraing trails and learn all about Scotland’s history and folklore while you walk. Discover hidden gems and famous landmarks, enjoy a complimentary dram of whisky, and meet some Highland cows. See Loch Ness, Eilean Donan Castle, the Old Man of Storr, and more.