Scot Mountain Holidays

Would you like to discover the Highlands of Scotland but away from the great classic routes? The Cairngorms National Park, the largest park in the UK, has wild, spectacular mountain scenery - it is the most amazing area to explore. What you’re likely to see during the week: moors, lochs, Munros, flocks of sheep, deer, castles and whisky distilleries. The beauty of the countryside and the variety of the wildlife is unsurpassed. Some of our clients in 2017 saw a Capercaillie during one of their walks; others were able to forage for mushrooms; others saw red squirrels. All enjoyed the wilderness and sense of solitude they had while out exploring. All were amazed at how few people they saw ...Read more >

Car free, bike heaven for an adventure mountain biker - these routes showcase the classic routes around the Cairngorms National park. We've put together 4 days which will take you through some amazing countryside and you'll visit a distillery, then go on to compare the samples at a specialist whisky shop where there should be something for everyone's taste. Then you'll be heading out into the heart of the Cairngorms National Park to enjoy the scenery, space and solitude. Have you discovered adventure biking yet? There's something a wee bit off putting about the term "mountain biking". It implies a lot of hard work, but "adventure biking", doesn't that sound more exciting? Here in the ...Read more >

Scotland - winter - snow - sunshine ... they all go together. But it's not all about the traditional snowsports. Hiking across the Scottish hills in the midst of winter is an amazing experience. It can be challenging but in the company of an experienced guide you can leave the navigation and weather assessment to him or her and just enjoy getting out into the hills. A good level of fitness is required as walking in snow and ice is more challenging than summer hiking. The boots are heavier and stiffer and the weight of crampons adds significantly to the effort. But a crisp, sunny day the view with endless miles of snow capped mountains stretched out across the vista is it's own ...Read more >

A truly wild opportunity deep in the heart of the Highlands of Scotland. Go hiking with your family, accompanied by local pack ponies and an experienced guides. Stay overnight in a heated tipi style tent on comfy camp beds equipped with duvets; and enjoy the opportunity for a hot shower. Wake up to the sounds of nature and stunning views of the Cairngorms National Park. The experience provides: A tipi style tent big enough to stand up in, heated by a wood burning stove Camp chairs to sit on A wilderness journey in the company of our Highland Ponies, Goldie and Foxy! A trek through the beautiful Caledonian pines and mountains of the Cairngorms National Park. Warm camp showers Experience ...Read more >

Scotland’s diverse landscape boasts a natural outdoor playground that is perfect for a family adventure vacation. Whatever your age, energy levels and aspirations, there are many different ways to explore the stunning scenery and enjoy a host of adventure delights. This vacation offers the best opportunites to explore while experiencing Scotland’s fun-filled activities, including mountain biking, hiking,and wildlife watching. We also visit world famous attractions, such as Loch Ness, historic Urquhart Castle, the Glenlivet Distillery and Beinn Eighe Nature Reserve. On this trip, many of Scotland’s many traditions are treated to a family friendly twist. We take you for a kilt fitting, to ...Read more >

Explore deep into Britain's largest national park under the guidance of a qualified leader who lives locally and has a lifelong interest in the outdoor environment which surrounds us. Join your leader at his home base where he'll join you for the evening meal with his family. All the details taken care of - all you need to do is travel to Scotland. We limit our walking groups to a maximum of 8 people (plus guide) to optimise the superb experience. Singles, couples and friends of all ages & walks of life come on our vacations enjoying the friendly and very informal atmosphere. Many guests return yearly, some within the same season. All include accommodation and full board Transport between ...Read more >

We take the hassle out of walking the linear Lairig Ghru. This is a challenge familiar to a lot of Scots who have ambitions to walk the length of the Lairig Ghru at least once in their lifetime. The Lairig Ghru is Britain's highest mountain pass. The high point in the pass is at 2000ft but it is still dwarfed by the surrounding mountain massif which makes up the Cairngorms. The route starts at the Linn of Dee on the south side of the Cairngorms near Balmoral Castle and Braemar. You walk through the pass to the Aviemore end of the glen, finishing at Whitewell. The hike is 18 miles long on rough terrain. You must have good walking boots which provide ankle support and a good grasp of ...Read more >

Highlighted trips: - Addictive Arran (8th May) - Skye Munros for Hillwalkers (20th May) - Western Isles Wilderness (23 September) - Classic Torridon (8th September) - Fisherfield Munro expedition* (22 April) These trips across the Highlands of Scotland run from quality accommodation set up as a home stay base. The whole team travels with our guests taking extra comforts from home to liven up our base for the week. Our food is freshly prepared at our base for the trip by your hosts - who are also your guides for the trip. The experience of staying within the team as part of the family creates an authentic atmosphere and generates a feeling of being at home and an integral part of the ...Read more >

Have you ever dreamt of taking a short walk amongst a moonlit snowy wonderland. No need for a torch! Imagine reflected flickering candle light giving way to the soft light of a winters dawn as you emerge from you snowy abode. Not a soul about, a vast pristine winter wonderland all to ourselves. It’s a remarkable experience. The experience starts with a day of personal winter skills training/refreshment in the use of ice axe, crampons, etc followed by an ascent of Britain’s 6th highest mountain, Cairngorm (4085ft/1245m). Although at times tough and not necessarily for the faint hearted, this isn’t an SAS survival course. The focus is on it being an experience to be enjoyed. The 2 day trek ...Read more >