Autumn Highlands

Hike above Loch Ness

After meeting in Inverness, our group will enjoy a walk on the north side of Loch Ness through a community-owned forest. An excellent trail leads uphill through the woods, with the community trust adding some interesting sights to the hike, including a reconstructed Iron Age house, a wildlife hide overlooking the loch, and a reconstructed ‘shieling’ on the moor. After reaching the summit and admiring the wide-ranging views, the descent leads to a short journey to the hotel in Fort Augustus. In the evening, we will gather for a welcome dinner, savouring local flavours and toasting the adventures to come.

Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner
Walk Details: 9 km / 6 miles | Approx: 4 hrs

Inverfarigaig and the Falls of Foyers

Take an autumnal stroll through the forests at Inverfarigaig, where we’ll find a remarkable variety of native and non-native woodlands. Enjoy breathtaking views of Loch Ness as we follow the circuit, which also passes the beautiful Falls of Foyers and the awe-inspiring gorge, shaped over centuries. This evening we will head out for a delicious dinner in Fort Augustus.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Walk Details: 11 km / 7 miles | 428 m / 1,404 ft | Approx: 5 hrs

Glen Tarff and General Wade's Military Road

Today involves gaining some height by following General Wade’s Military Road towards the Corrieyairick Pass. The trail winds up towards the pass at 800 m/2,625 ft – but there’s no need to climb that far! Soon, a smaller trail is joined, which follows the woodland along the River Tarff. The woodland gorge is a Site of Scientific Interest and is home to several rare plants, including Wood Cranesbill and Greater Wintergreen.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Walk Details: 8 km / 5 miles | Approx: 5 hrs

Glorious Glen Affric

After breakfast, the day begins with discovering the ancient woodlands and solitude of Glen Affric. There are several options for stunning walks—perhaps circumnavigating Loch Affric or following a route through the ancient forest of the great wood of Caledon to explore the flora and fauna of this wonderful glen. This is an incredibly photogenic place and there will be ample time to try and capture the scene. In the evening, we will gather for a final night dinner at the hotel, reflecting on the adventures shared.

Walk details: various options | approx. 4-5 hours

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Glen Moriston and Dundreggan

On the final day, our journey leads to the breathtaking Glen Moriston and the Dundreggan Estate. Here, venture through the enchanting forest and picturesque lower hills while delving into the inspiring native forest restoration efforts led by Trees for Life, one of our esteemed charity partners. The aim is to return to Inverness by late afternoon, enriched by the day’s discoveries.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Walk Details: 8 km / 5 miles | Approx: 3 hrs