The High Points of the Outer Hebrides- Pezzi Group

Marianne, Gabriella,Isabelle & Aileen

Monday 8th July – Sunday 14th July 2024

Number of Travellers:  4
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights

Overview

On this adventure to Scotland’s wildest islands, you will enjoy superb hiking to the peaks of Lewis and Harris, the most rugged of all the Outer Hebridean islands. The hills of the Outer Hebrides punch well above the weight that their diminutive height would otherwise suggest. These remote and heather-clad hills are full of character. They offer the keen hill enthusiast wild and rocky vistas and plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife such as golden eagles and red deer roaming free.

Highlights

  • Enjoy hiking off path on wild hikes among the Hebridean hills, surrounded by sea and sky. A jewel in the crown of Scotland walking tours.
  • Witness stunning vistas of the Hebridean Islands with their unique mix of green hills, white sand beaches and blue waters.
  • Enjoy a rib boat trip to explore lagoons and search for Sea Eagles.

Day by Day

Day 1 - Monday 8th July - Head to the Hebrides and hike on Great Bernera

After meeting at your hotel in Inverness we drive west through the Highlands to the port of Ullapool. Here we board the ferry and transfer across the Minch to the Hebrides, keeping our eyes peeled for whales and other marine wildlife. After landing, we cross the Isle of Lewis to the beautiful island of Great Bernera, linked by a small causeway, and enjoy a warm-up hike. We then head to our accomodation in Harris.

Overnight: Isle of Harris | Harris Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner

Day 1 - Guide Details - Mark Cox Read More +

Name: Mark Cox
Contact Number: +44 (0)7889 320 743
Meeting Place: The Royal Highland Hotel | Meeting Time: 07:30

Day 2 - Tuesday 9th July - Ascent of Mealaisbhal

Today we set out for the highest point on the Isle of Lewis. The peak of Mealaisbhal may be low at 576m, but it is a hill of great beauty, offering lots of bare rock and a tremendous viewpoint from which to view the island. We first ascend to the shoulder of Mula Mac Sgiathain which gives us great views across the Uig Sands before gaining the rocky upper slopes of the hill. We boulder hop a little to the summit and drink in the views before descending to the West.

Overnight: Isle of Harris | Harris Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3 - Wednesday 10th July - Ascent of Clisham

Today we hike on the Isle of Harris again, taking on the ascent of Clisham, the highest point in the Outer Hebrides. From the summit, we enjoy unrivalled views across the wildest islands in Scotland. It will be a challenging yet rewarding day, offering superb hiking amongst varied and wild terrain.

Overnight: Isle of Harris | Harris Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4 - Thursday 11th July - Blackhouse village and Coastal Hike

Our hike today starts from the Gearrannan Blackhouse village on Lewis. The village will provide an insight into the traditional dwellings of the islands and how island life used to be. From here we set out west onto the rugged headland to make a circuit enjoying the wild terrain of sea cliffs and rocky outcrops. After hiking out to the small lighthouse at the end of the peninsula, we then return along the other side of the headland.

Overnight: Isle of Harris | Harris Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 5 - Friday 12th July - Harris Distillery Visit followed by Seatrek

This morning is quite a leisurely start with a visit to the wonderful Harris distillery where you will find out about the two spirits that are produced in this wonderful part of the island. Afterwards your guide will take your northwards to a small jetty at Miavaig, in Uig. You will then head out on a rib towards Loch Roag and past the village of Reef entering Little Loch Roag to look for otters, often seen foraging on the shoreline. Sea Eagles frequently patrol this area and we regularly spot them when we do this trip. Magnificent birds of prey, larger and darker than golden eagles. They are also known as White Tailed Sea Eagles.  From there we head for the sweeping length of Traigh na Berie towards the island of Siaram, then on to Pabbay Mor. We slow down to explore the amazing depths of the sea-caves and continue round the North end of Pabbay to see its impressive natural arch and spectacular Lagoon surrounded by sandy beaches.

 

Overnight: Isle of Harris | Harris Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 6 - Saturday 13th July - Beinn Dubh and the Sands of Luskentyre

On our final day of hiking, we enjoy one last peak and then take a relaxing stroll on the finest beach in Scotland. Beinn Dubh offers us a final adventure onto the rough slopes of the hills. The walking is steep initially but this soon eases and we enjoy the amazing views across the beach all the way to the summit. Here we drink in our final Hebridean High Point before descending to the incredible Luskentyre sands to walk barefoot along the Atlantic shore.

Overnight: Isle of Harris | Harris Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 7 - Sunday 14th July -

This morning after a final breakfast we depart Harris and head north for Lewis and whether we enjoy a final walk before taking the afternoon ferry or enjoy a coffee in the small town  depart the Outer Hebrides.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Trip Details

Inclusions Read More
  • 6 nights accommodation at the Harris Hotel
  • All meals during the trip
  • The services of an experienced and knowledgeable guide / driver throughout
  • All transport throughout the trip starting and finishing in Inverness
  • Distillery Visit
  • Sea Eagle’s and Lagoon boat trip
Exclusions Read More
  • Flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Activities and entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Gratuities for the main driver guide
Important Contact Numbers Read More
Wilderness Scotland Office | 9:00am – 5:30pm

UK: +44 (0)1479 420 020
US: 866 740 3890

Out of Office Hours | 5:30pm – 9:00am

+44 (0)7766 794 640

Emergency Services

999

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Accommodation

Harris Hotel

Tarbert HS3 3DL | Isle of Harris |
HS3 3DL | Scotland
Phone: +44 (0)1859 502154
Web: harrishotel.com

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Meet Your Guide

Mark Cox

Contact Number: +44 (0)7889 320 743

Mini Bio

I have a real love for all things outdoors in Scotland and am always amazed by the wealth of opportunities that are out there. Whether I’m on the trail mountain biking, out sea kayaking or heading to the hills on a trip, every day is different. The trick is to just stop for long enough to take it all in.

I feel fortunate to be able to constantly explore Scotland and have chosen to live in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. I have nature on the doorstep but I can also be almost anywhere in the Highlands within a couple of hours from home, it’s a treat! While I’ve bounced around Scotland for most of the last 25 years I have also been lucky enough to run trips all over the world. Perhaps because of these experiences I’ve come to realize that we really have got it all right here.

Place to Play

Harris and Lewis always take a lot of beating as far as I’m concerned, perfect in the summer sun or a winter storm. There’s always an activity that complements the season perfectly…

Not a lot of people know this

For 18 months of my life my favourite neighbours by far were a 5,000 strong Rock Hopper Penguin colony.

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The High Points of the Outer Hebrides- Pezzi Group

Monday 8th July – Sunday 14th July 2024