Wilderness Scotland

Wilderness Scotland Inspiring adventures in Scotland's wild places. Small group, self-guided & bespoke adventure holidays
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Wilderness Scotland is a specialist adventure travel company offering a range of inspiring adventures in the most remote and beautiful regions of the Scottish Highlands and Islands. If you’re looking for an active adventure holiday our professional team of guides and office staff know the wild places of Scotland better than anyone and can help you to experience the wilderness, be that sea kayaking

on the beautiful west coast, walking amid the rugged landscapes, mountain biking on the shapely peaks, sailing in remote locations or exploring by canoe. In choosing us you can be sure that you travel with a company that takes its commitment to sustainable tourism seriously. We work to support a wide range of nature conservation projects along with the local economies and communities in which we operate. We are proud members of the Green Tourism Business Scheme: http://www.green-tourism.com/

Hogmanay in Scotland is more than just a big party. It is a heartfelt goodbye to the old year and a warm welcome to the ...
01/01/2025

Hogmanay in Scotland is more than just a big party. It is a heartfelt goodbye to the old year and a warm welcome to the new.

First footers arrive on the doorsteps of friends and neighbours shortly after midnight to share gifts and bring luck for the year ahead, and the smell of juniper hangs in the air. As the final notes of Auld Lang Syne fade on the breeze and the year’s first sunrise breaks over the horizon, hundreds of braze residents and visitors head into the sea of a refreshing dip, or ‘loony dook’.

Ok, it’s also a big party.

Slàinte Mhath!

Discover more about Scottish culture: https://www.wildernessscotland.com/scottish-culture/

As the year draws to a close, we can’t help but look back on the year of adventure gone by. What better way to wrap up t...
30/12/2024

As the year draws to a close, we can’t help but look back on the year of adventure gone by.

What better way to wrap up the year than to reflect on the best guide photos taken in 2024, as voted for by our office team?

Which is your favourite?

Are you dreaming of a cycling holiday in a new destination in 2025? Wondering when the best time to explore Scotland is?...
28/12/2024

Are you dreaming of a cycling holiday in a new destination in 2025? Wondering when the best time to explore Scotland is?

With spring just around the corner, there is no better time to explore Scotland in full bloom. As the countryside awakens after the chill of winter, early spring beckons with quiet roads, breathtaking views and the joy of new life.

Have you ridden the hills and glens of Scotland yet?

Read our beginner's guide to gravel biking in Scotland: https://www.wildernessscotland.com/blog/gravel-biking-for-beginners/

Happy Holidays from Wilderness Scotland. Wishing you a day filled with warmth, joy and laughter from everyone here, howe...
25/12/2024

Happy Holidays from Wilderness Scotland.

Wishing you a day filled with warmth, joy and laughter from everyone here, however you are celebrating today.

This festive scene was captured by our Partner Account Manager, Van, in the woods near her home in the Cairngorms National Park.

We are proud of the Wilderness Conservation and Community Fund (WCCF) and the work we have supported through the scheme ...
23/12/2024

We are proud of the Wilderness Conservation and Community Fund (WCCF) and the work we have supported through the scheme since it began in 2010.

But how can you contribute to the WCCF?

Every trip booked with Wilderness Scotland, Wilderness Ireland, and Wilderness England includes a small contribution. 100% of these funds support an exciting range of projects in the destinations and communities we visit.

https://www.wildernessscotland.com/sustainability/wilderness-conservation-community-fund/

Imagine paddling through hidden coves and along Scotland’s rugged coastlines. Sea kayaking offers you a front-row seat t...
21/12/2024

Imagine paddling through hidden coves and along Scotland’s rugged coastlines.

Sea kayaking offers you a front-row seat to Scotland’s untouched beauty. Whether you’re looking to take your first dip or are an experienced paddler, Scotland is an ideal sea kayaking destination for those seeking tranquillity and a new perspective.

Have you paddled these aquamarine waters yet?

https://www.wildernessscotland.com/adventure-holidays/sea-kayaking/

Have you been inspired to visit Orkney by Colin Prior’s recent photography series?In our latest blog, experienced Wilder...
20/12/2024

Have you been inspired to visit Orkney by Colin Prior’s recent photography series?

In our latest blog, experienced Wilderness guide Emy takes you on a journey through the best walking routes on the Orkney Isles. From the warm culture of Kirkwall to the ancient ruins of Skara Brae, grab your walking shoes and step into a dramatic landscape rich in unique wildlife and stories as old as time itself.

Head to our website to read the blog today: https://www.wildernessscotland.com/blog/best-walks-orkney/

Did you know that Christmas was banned in Scotland for almost 400 years? In 1640, ‘Yule vacations’ were banned across Sc...
19/12/2024

Did you know that Christmas was banned in Scotland for almost 400 years?

In 1640, ‘Yule vacations’ were banned across Scotland as part of the Reformation. It wasn’t until 1958 that Christmas was again celebrated as a public holiday in the country!

Although Christmas is a big national holiday today, this historic ban helped Hogmanay become the major celebration that we know and love.

With a week to go until Christmas, how are you bringing a touch of Scotland to your festive celebrations?

These photos are from a recent festive walk through the Cairngorms National Park as an office team.

Does anything say ‘winter in Scotland’ quite like highland cows playing in a field sparkling with thick frost?We can’t t...
18/12/2024

Does anything say ‘winter in Scotland’ quite like highland cows playing in a field sparkling with thick frost?

We can’t think of a better seasonal sight!

Some of our team enjoyed a visit to a nearby farm last week where they met these friendly locals.

Are you looking for inspiration for your next holiday? Let our Photography guide and best-selling landscape photographer...
17/12/2024

Are you looking for inspiration for your next holiday?

Let our Photography guide and best-selling landscape photographer Colin Prior, with his unmatched eye for detail, guide you through Orkney’s beauty.

Watch the final episode on YouTube now.

Colin Prior and Joe Cornish are two of Britain's best known and widely published landscape photographers. In episode three of this three-part series they vis...

In 2024, we have run 54 cycling trips across Scotland.That’s more than one a week! From the ancient islands of Orkney to...
15/12/2024

In 2024, we have run 54 cycling trips across Scotland.
That’s more than one a week!

From the ancient islands of Orkney to the northeast to the quiet beauty of Galloway in the southwest, we’ve been lucky enough to see the country from E-bikes, road bikes, and gravel bikes.

Did you manage to get out on an epic adventure this year? Tell us where you went in the comments.

https://www.wildernessscotland.com/adventure-holidays/road-cycling/

What makes Scotland so captivating through a photographer’s lens? Join renowned landscape photographers Joe Cornish and ...
12/12/2024

What makes Scotland so captivating through a photographer’s lens?

Join renowned landscape photographers Joe Cornish and Colin Prior—our Photography trip guide—as they share their journey through the beauty of the Orkney Islands.

Watch now and dive into the wonders of Scotland’s islands:

Colin Prior and Joe Cornish are two of Britain's best known and widely published landscape photographers. In episode two of this three-part series they visit...

Scotland in December glows with festive charm, from twinkling lights in quiet villages to hearty feasts shared with love...
10/12/2024

Scotland in December glows with festive charm, from twinkling lights in quiet villages to hearty feasts shared with loved ones.

Traditionally, Hogmanay - or New Year - is Scotland’s biggest celebration. Today, Christmas is included in a joyful week of celebrations. The scent of warm mince pies, the joy of gathering around a roaring fire, and the timeless sounds of carols bring the season to life.

Are you planning a festive season with a Scottish twist? Stay tuned—we’ll share how to add a bit of Highland magic to your celebrations soon.

Colin Prior is one of the foremost landscape photographers in the UK. He is also an experienced and knowledgeable guide ...
09/12/2024

Colin Prior is one of the foremost landscape photographers in the UK. He is also an experienced and knowledgeable guide who leads our photography tours to Skye, Assynt, Islay and more.

Join him and fellow landscape photographer Joe Cornish as they discover the breathtakingly wild landscapes of Orkney in the first chapter of their three-part adventure earlier this year.

Colin Prior and Joe Cornish are two of Britain's best known and widely published landscape photographers. In episode one of this three-part series they visit...

How does your adventure make a difference? We believe that travel can be a force for good and in giving back to the land...
03/12/2024

How does your adventure make a difference?

We believe that travel can be a force for good and in giving back to the landscapes and communities that make our trips memorable. That is why we created the Wilderness Conservation and Community Fund (WCCF).

From restoring wild places with Trees for Life to supporting local initiatives, the WCCF allows our clients to contribute to projects protecting the natural beauty of the UK and Ireland.

Interested in learning more? Stay tuned - we’ll share stories of the Fund soon.

Just 24 hours left to claim your FREE Haglöfs L.I.M Mimic Jacket worth £210 when you book your 2025 adventure. Don’t mis...
02/12/2024

Just 24 hours left to claim your FREE Haglöfs L.I.M Mimic Jacket worth £210 when you book your 2025 adventure. Don’t miss out—secure your trip today and prepare for an unforgettable journey.

Book now and get ready for next year’s adventure: https://wildernessscotland.com/promotion/black-friday

When you think of the Scottish flag, which image comes to mind first: the blue and white Saltire or the yellow and red L...
30/11/2024

When you think of the Scottish flag, which image comes to mind first: the blue and white Saltire or the yellow and red Lion Rampant?

Discover which flag is which, where the Saltire came from, and more this St Andrew’s Day in our latest blog: https://www.wildernessscotland.com/blog/scottish-flag-explained/

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Aviemore
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Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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Wilderness Scotland is a specialist adventure travel company offering a range of inspiring adventures in the most remote and beautiful regions of the Scottish Highlands and Islands. If you’re looking for an active adventure holiday our professional team of guides and office staff know the wild places of Scotland better than anyone and can help you to experience the wilderness, be that sea kayaking on the beautiful west coast, walking amid the rugged landscapes, mountain biking on the shapely peaks, sailing in remote locations or exploring by canoe. In choosing us you can be sure that you travel with a company that takes its commitment to sustainable tourism seriously. We work to support a wide range of nature conservation projects along with the local economies and communities in which we operate. We are proud members of the Green Tourism Business Scheme.

Learn more: https://www.wildernessscotland.com