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      Wilderness Walking

      High Points of the Outer Hebrides

      65 reviews

      Next Trip: 27th - 4th May 2024 Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights

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      Region: Outer Hebrides and St Kilda
      Trip Type: Wilderness Walking
      Accommodation: Classic
      Max Group Size: 8
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      Deposit From: £598.75 £598.75

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      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.

      You will have the chance to experience the unique island environment, culture and wildlife that makes the Outer Hebrides so enchanting. Accompanied by an expert guide you will be lead on thrilling hikes up the local summits and along wild coastlines.

      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.

      Note on terrain: 
      Please note that on this trip you will spend the majority of time in rough terrain and not on paths when hiking on the hills.

      Trip 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.
      • Relax in comfort at our all inclusive, private wilderness lodge, located on the shoreline.

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      This trip can be booked as a private departure


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      Day by Day Itinerary

      Day 1 – Hike on Great Bernera

      After meeting 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 wilderness lodge and settle in. (L, D)

      Walk details: 4 km/2.5 miles | 100 m/330 ft ascent | approx. 1-2 hours

      Day 2 – 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. (B, L, D)

      Walk details: 11.5 km/7 miles | 580 m/1,900 ft ascent | approx. 5 hours

      Day 3 – RIB trip and coastal hike

      This morning offers us an easier day as we embark on the estate’s private boat to explore the nearby coast by both boat and foot. We split into two groups – one to walk first with the guide and the other to board the boat and look out for wildlife with the local ghillie. We meet again and enjoy lunch with everybody on a small wild island before swapping over. (B, L, D)

      Walk details: 6 km/3.7 miles | 100 m/330 ft ascent | approx. 2-3 hours

      Day 4 – Harris Peaks

      Today we set out to enjoy a dramatic ridge walk, taking in up to four Hebridean summits. We set off following a good track up one of the wildest glens to be found anywhere in Scotland before branching off and ascending to the summit of Muladal. We then traverse the next 3 peaks on the ridge, enjoying superb views of the wild and alien landscapes that make up Lewis and Harris. On a clear day, your view will be peppered with hills and islands, you might even be able to see all the way to St Kilda in the West. We’ll celebrate our first day out in the hills tonight with a hearty meal in our waterside lodge. (B, L, D)

      Walk details: 15 km/9 miles | 900 m/2,950 ft ascent | approx. 6.5 hours

      Day 5 – 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. (B, L, D)

      Walk details: 8.5 km/5 miles | approx. 3.5 hours

      Day 6 – 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. (B, L, D)

      Walk details: 8 km/5 miles | 800 m/2,600 ft ascent | approx. 6 hours

      Day 7 – 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.
      (B, L, D)

      Walk details: 11.5km/7 miles | 575 m/1,886 ft ascent | approx. 5 hours

      Day 8 – Return to Inverness

      This morning we take the ferry from Tarbert and depart the Outer Hebrides. We travel back to Inverness via the Isle of Skye, returning in the evening for 6:00pm. (B, L)

      Walk details: 2-4 km/1-2 miles | approx. 1-2 hours

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      Trip Dates & Prices

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      Trip Details

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      Accommodation Read More

      Our accommodation is an all-inclusive private wilderness lodge set on a hillside, with spectacular views across the water and of the hills on its own 500-acre farm above Loch Erisort. It is a wonderful base for our adventure. It comfortably sleeps 15 people across 7 rooms but we have exclusive use, so with our smaller group, there will be plenty of space. The lodge is equipped with its own drying room.

      Single rooms

      There is no single person supplement charged to solo travellers but, depending on the group configuration, you may need to share a room with another person of the same sex. If you prefer a single room please request this at the time of booking and we will check availability for you. As we usually have some couples on our trips, it should be possible for solo travellers to have their own room (7 rooms for a group of 8), but this cannot be guaranteed.

      Meals Read More

      This trip is ‘All Inclusive’ meaning all meals from lunch on day 1 to lunch on day 8 are provided. Included dinners are two courses as standard.

      The lodge team will keep us well fed with freshly prepared cooked breakfast, packed lunches and evening meals using local produce. Special dietary requirements can be catered for.

      Inclusions Read More
      • 7 nights accommodation in an exclusive wilderness lodge.
      • All meals during the trip (Meals included indicated as B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
      • The services of an experienced and knowledgeable guide / driver throughout
      • All transport throughout the trip starting and finishing in Inverness
      • All private boat and ferry transfers
      Trip Grading Read More

      Blue Graded 4-6

      Blue graded walking holidays are suitable for fit and experienced hikers. We walk at a good pace and you can expect to be out for 6-8 hours a day. You will not always be on a path and the terrain underfoot can be rough and boggy, including boulder fields and mountain tops. Some of the daily walks will involve a mountain ascent of over 3000ft / 900m high. Daily distances will be typically up to 16km but may be longer occasionally. Daily hike details are available in the itinerary.

      Travel – Arrival and Departure Read More

      You will be met by your Wilderness Scotland Guide at Inverness Railway Station at 7:30am on Day 1 of your trip. Most people opt to stay in Inverness the night before the trip.
      You will be returned to Inverness station for 6:30pm on the final day of the trip.

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

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      • The services of an experienced and knowledgeable guide / driver throughout
      • All transport throughout the trip starting and finishing in Inverness
      • All private boat and ferry transfers

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      Make This Trip Private

      Fancy this trip just for your group? Get together with family and friends spend quality time exploring wild places. A private trip allows you to benefit from all the features of the group departure, including hand-picked accommodation and expert local guides but with the advantage of the flexibility to tailor the days to your group. Make the trip more or less challenging depending on your experience or choose to add in some optional extras like castle or distillery visits depending on your interests. The price of a private trip will depend on the number of travellers in your group. Let us know your prefered departure date and we'll take care of the rest.

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      Meet Your Guide

      Graham Moss
      27th Apr - 4th May 2024

      Kirsty Chuchla
      4th May - 11th May 2024

      Graham Moss
      11th May - 18th May 2024

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      Difficulty Grades Explained

      Blue Graded Walking Holidays

      Blue graded walking holidays are suitable for fit and experienced hikers. We walk at a good pace and you can expect to be out for 6-8 hours a day. You will not always be on a path and the terrain underfoot can be rough and boggy, including boulder fields and mountain tops. Some of the daily walks will involve a mountain ascent of over 3000ft / 900m high. Daily distances will be typically up to 16km but may be longer occasionally. Daily hike details are available in the itinerary.

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      Trip Reviews

      Rated 4.86 out of 5 based on 65 reviews of Wilderness Walking – High Points of the Outer Hebrides

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      That’s why we read each of our client’s reviews and although we don’t respond to all of them, if it’s glowing feedback then we get the satisfaction of helping to make your holidays truly memorable.

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      Jan Hutchins

      Reviewed on 29/06/2023

      Age: 70 - 80
      Country: United States
      Trip Date: 10/06/2023
      Trips Taken: 1

      The Bottom Line

      The Bottom Line

      My 2nd trip and another planned for 2024.

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      Sheena Macgregor

      Reviewed on 29/06/2023

      Age: 60 - 70
      Country: United Kingdom
      Trip Date: 10/06/2023
      Trips Taken: 0

      The Bottom Line

      The Bottom Line

      This was one of the best guided walking trips I have been on. From the initial meeting in Inverness to returning a week later I can’t fault a thing. Everything - from the comfort of the van, to the standard of the accommodation and meals, to the variety of the stunningly beautiful hikes, to the friendliness within the group and not least to the organisation and lovely personality of the group leader who ensured we all enjoyed ourselves - was first class.

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      Maggie Neilson

      Reviewed on 20/06/2023

      Age: 60 - 70
      Country: Scotland
      Trip Date: 03/06/2023
      Trips Taken: 1

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      The Bottom Line

      Overall it was an excellent trip to a lovely place with nice people and great weather.

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