Scottish Highlands - A Multi Activity Adventure
Hull Family
Friday 27th June – Thursday 3rd July 2025
Overview
This private and fully-guided multi-activity holiday in the Scottish Highlands is for the adventurous at heart. Exploring wild places, mountain ranges and a striking coastline, this itinerary includes Scotland’s most romantically beautiful regions.
You’ll go hiking on the famous Isle of Skye, enjoy sea kayaking amongst seals in the Sound of Arisaig, and hit the trails mountain biking and hiking in the Cairngorms National Park.
Your expert guide will be there throughout to lead and inspire you, as well as share their wealth of local knowledge with you. In the evenings you can relax in carefully-selected accommodation, enjoying Scottish culinary delights and warm Highland hospitality.
Day by Day
Day 1 - Friday 27th June - Meet in Inverness, Guided Hiking on Skye
This morning your Wilderness Scotland Guide Mungo will warmly welcome you to the Highlands after collecting you in Inverness, the capital of the Highlands. We head west through magnificent mountain scenery and on to the famous Isle of Skye over the Skye Bridge. Here we will go for an afternoon hike amongst the other-worldly landscapes of Skye. Mungo will chat with you and select the best hike for your level of adventure and will help you discover the rich history and beauty of the island. Check into our hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening.
Overnight: Portree | Marmalade Hotel
Room Type: 2x Double, 1x Twin
Meals Included: Lunch
Day 1 - Guide Details - Mungo Ross Read More +
Name:
Mungo Ross
Contact Number: +44 (0) 7887617572
Meeting Place: 15A Young Street, Inverness, IV3 5BL | Meeting Time: 09:00
Mungo will collect you from your AirBnB this morning at 9am. Please do not contact your guide more than 24 hours prior to your trip. If you require any assistance please contact the Wilderness Scotland office team.
Day 1 - Dinner Details Read More +
Restaurant: Chargrill Restaurant
Reservation Time: 19:00
We have taken the liberty of making dinner reservations for the group tonight. If you would prefer to make your own arrangements please let Bridget know in advance.
Day 2 - Saturday 28th June - Guided Hiking on Skye
This morning we head out to explore the secretive Loch Coruisk. From the tiny fishing village of Elgol, we take a boat trip to the heart of the Black Cuillin mountains which tower above the blue waters of the loch. Along the way, we will spot seals and perhaps dolphins in the coastal waters. Once ashore we can hike around the loch or simply drink in the atmosphere of this stupendous place as we sit beside the river that cascades down into the sea. We then take the boat back to Elgol. Afterwards, we can enjoy another hike on Skye or head back to the hotel to relax
Overnight: Portree | Marmalade Hotel
Room Type: 2x Double, 1x Twin
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 2 - Dinner Details Read More +
Restaurant: Dulse and Brose
Reservation Time: 19:15
We have taken the liberty of making dinner reservations for the group tonight. If you would prefer to make your own arrangements please let Bridget know in advance.
Day 3 - Sunday 29th June - Travel to Arisaig
We depart the Isle of Skye this morning by ferry, with a scenic 30-minute crossing landing us in the fishing village of Mallaig. From here, we travel a short distance to the beautiful Arisaig coast for an afternoon hike. Options include exploring peaceful lochs or wandering along quiet beaches with views of the Small Isles. After our walk, we continue onward to Fort William, where we settle into our accommodation for the night and enjoy dinner in the heart of the Highlands.
Overnight: Fort William | Myrtle Bank Guest House
Room Type: 3x Twin
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 3 - Dinner Details Read More +
Restaurant: Ben Nevis Bar
Reservation Time: 19:00
We have taken the liberty of making dinner reservations for the group tonight. If you would prefer to make your own arrangements please let Bridget know in advance.
Day 4 - Monday 30th June - Guided Sea Kayaking
Today we will explore the Sound of Arisaig from the same perspective as the wildlife – by sea! This day is suitable for first-time kayakers as well as experienced paddlers. After meeting your kayak guide you’ll then set out to explore the beautiful waters nearby, which are home to a resident seal colony. Sea kayaking is an amazing experience, with the cool breeze, small waves and glints of sunlight on water captivating our senses. Your guide is also an excellent coach who can instruct you in the skills needed to paddle effectively, so you will be able to make the most of this wonderful opportunity to kayak in one of Scotland’s top locations.
Overnight: Fort William | Myrtle Bank Guest House
Room Type: 3x Twin
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 4 - Sea Kayaking Read More +
Activity: Sea Kayaking
Please bring an old pair of trainers or shoes you don’t mind getting wet for today.
Day 5 - Tuesday 1st July - Travel to Cairngorms, Guided Mountain Biking
We say goodbye to the west coast now and head east again to the Cairngorms National Park. As we drive, we enjoy a spectacular change in the scenery from prominent peaks and deep glens to the high plateau and wide river valleys. In the adventure hub of Aviemore, we collect our E mountain bikes and then head out with your guide Arran to explore the great Caledonian Forest – a flourishing section of the ancient woodlands that enchanted Queen Victoria long ago. Riding on excellent trails we pass through a land of beautiful pine trees and crystal clear streams with ever-changing views. The mountain biking can be as easy or as challenging as you like, so is suitable for anyone who can ride a bike as our guides will adapt the route to match your skill level. We then transfer to your final hotel.
Overnight: Aviemore | Cairngorm Hotel
Room Type: 3x Snug Double
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 5 - Dinner Details Read More +
Restaurant: Old Bridge Inn
Reservation Time: 19:15
We have taken the liberty of making dinner reservations for the group tonight. If you would prefer to make your own arrangements please let Bridget know in advance.
Day 5 - Guide Details - Arran Goddard Read More +
Name:
Arran Goddard
Contact Number: +44 (0) 7834697240
Arran will meet you for your afternoon of exploring the park by E- MTB
Day 6 - Wednesday 2nd July - Hiking the Cairngorms
Enjoy a day of walking with Mungo, exploring the Cairngorms on foot. Depending on the chosen hike, head up onto the Cairngorm Plateau or venture into the wilderness of Glenfeshie, often considered Scotland’s most beautiful glen. Another great option is to stroll around the Uath Lochans, known locally as the Paw Print Lochans. Here, raised boardwalks wind through reedy marshlands, where it’s possible to spot the glittering wings of dragonflies as they dart over the wetlands. Climbing a short way to Farleitter Crag, this small hill offers incredible elevated views of the water, forest, and surrounding Cairngorm Mountains.
Overnight: Aviemore | Cairngorm Hotel
Room Type: 3x Snug Double
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 6 - Dinner Details Read More +
Restaurant: Cairngorm Hotel
The Hotel doesn’t take reservations for dinner in advance, so simply head down to the restaurant shortly before you’re ready to dine. If it is busy, you may need to grab a drink in the bar while you wait.
Day 7 - Thursday 3rd July - Final Hike and Depart
After a leisurely breakfast, we’ll head out for a final hike in the Cairngorms National Park. This is the largest national park in Scotland so there is plenty of variety in each hike! Afterwards, Mungo will drop you at Aviemore train station in time for your 1.30pm departure and onward travel.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Trip Details
- Inclusions
- 6 nights accommodation, as stated in the itinerary above
- Most meals, as stated in the itinerary above
- The services of a qualified and experienced guide from Day 1 to Day 7 inclusive
- All transfers in a private vehicle driven by our guide on guided days
- All Ferry Travel Included in the Itinerary
- All guided hikes mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary, specifically:
- Bella Jane Boat Trip
- Private Sea Kayaking in Arisaig
- Private Mountain Biking in the Cairngorms
- Personalised trip design and delivery
- 24/7 In-Country Support from the Wilderness Team
- Exclusions
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
- Activities and entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
- Gratuities
- Important Contact Numbers
Wilderness Scotland Office | 9:00am – 5:30pm
UK: +44 (0)1479 420 020
US: 888 351 5707
Out of Office Hours | 5:30pm – 9:00am
Emergency Services
- Terms & Conditions
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Please see our booking terms here.
Accommodation
Marmalade Hotel
Home Farm Road |
Portree |
Isle of Skye |
IV51 9LX |
Scotland
Phone: 01478 611711
Web: perlehotels.com/marmalade
Myrtle Bank Guest House
Achintore Road |
Fort William |
PH33 6RQ |
Scotland
Phone: +44 (0)1397 702 034
Web: myrtlebankguesthouse.co.uk
Cairngorm Hotel
Grampian Road |
Aviemore |
Inverness-shire |
PH22 1PE |
Scotland
Phone: +44 (0)1479 810 233
Web: cairngorm.com
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Meet Your Guides
Mungo Ross
Contact Number: +44(0)7887 617 572
Having had the most extraordinary good fortune and privilege to travel on adventures and lead expeditions to all seven continents, allowing me to become more familiar with the Khumbu Valley in Nepal than the Lairig Ghru in the Cairngorms, I am still as passionate as ever to share my enthusiasm for my home country, Scotland.
Whether travelling on skis or snowboard; by kayak, canoe, raft, boat or windsurfer; shod in rock-shoes or snow-shoes or equipped with ice axe and crampons – whether out on my own, with friends, or leading and teaching others, I am still often not able to tell the difference between days of work or play.
Arran
Contact Number: Goddard
Originally from Fife, I moved to the Highlands in 2018 to study Adventure Tourism Management Degree. While studying, I gained qualifications in Mountain biking and other sports and did two years of coaching and guiding at Nevis Range, the home of the Downhill World Cup. My passion for the outdoors helped me to create a career, especially with a focus on resilience and mental health through outdoor exploring in Scotland and Greenland. The Highlands are my home and always will be. After finishing my degree this spring, I have recently moved to the Cairngorms to work as an Operations Assistant as well as guiding for Wilderness, starting my next big adventure chapter.
Scottish Highlands – A Multi Activity Adventure
Friday 27th June – Thursday 3rd July 2025