The Outer Hebrides

For the first three nights, we will be based in a private bunkhouse on the west coast of Lewis. The bunkhouse is in a historic stone-built cottage but has a modern, cosy interior.
For the next three nights, we will stay in another private bunkhouse on the east coast of the Isle of Harris situated on the island’s “Golden Road”. It’s in a traditional stone cottage with a slipway opposite for easy access to the water.

At both properties, sleeping arrangements consist of bunk beds with separate rooms for males and females. There are modern shower rooms and bedding is provided. Please bring your own towel and toiletries.

Single Rooms
There is no supplement charged to solo travellers, however, you will be required to share a room with other travellers of the same sex.

This trip is all inclusive.
Some of the breakfasts, lunches and evening meals are prepared ‘expedition style’ with everyone lending a hand in both the preparation and clearing up, with our guide coordinating. Naturally, vegetarians and other dietary requirements can be catered for, simply let us know in advance. On the other nights, we visit some of the nearby restaurants or pubs, which offer good food. Included dinners are two courses as standard.

• 6 nights accommodation in private bunkhouses
• All meals, from lunch on Day 1 until lunch on Day 7. (Meals included indicated as B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
• All transport throughout the trip, starting and finishing in Inverness
• All specialist sea kayaking equipment, including sea kayaks, paddles and buoyancy aids
• The services of our experienced and knowledgeable sea kayak guide throughout your trip

Blue Graded 4-6

Our blue graded sea kayaking trips are suitable for fit paddlers with a minimum of 5 full days of sea kayaking experience and a basic level of technical competence. You can expect 6/7 hours of sea kayaking each day, with plenty of breaks onshore to stretch your legs. You will also be asked to assist with carrying the boats to and from the water, working as a team.

The kayaking will be in coastal waters with few open crossings, but you can expect to be paddling in some choppier conditions during the trip. This may be in winds of Force 3 (up to 18km/h). On the higher Blue grade trips, you may be paddling in more exposed areas and encounter stronger winds up to Force 4 (up to 30km/h) and breaking waves.

If you are unsure about your experience or about Sea States, please give us a call or email to discuss. If you do not yet have enough experience we suggest our Green graded sea kayaking trips.

If bad weather prevents us from kayaking, your guide will offer an alternative activity, such as a hike.

You will be met by your Wilderness Scotland Guide at Inverness Railway Station at 7.30am on Day 1 of your trip. You will be returned to Inverness Station for 6.45pm on the final day of the trip.

For advice on getting to and from Scotland please our travel advice page on our website: www.wildernessscotland.com/faq/travel-to-scotland/

If you would like to use your own vehicle on the trip please get in touch with our team to discuss.