The Shetland Isles

Accommodation on this trip is at the wonderful Busta House Hotel, well regarded as the best hotel in the Shetland Isles. Located on the shore of sheltered Busta Voe on mainland Shetland, Busta House blends history, romance, and intimacy with an attention to detail which makes for a perfect stay. The house was built during the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries and is steeped in history – it is even said to have a resident ghost! It’s the perfect location to base ourselves to take advantage of the best of Shetland’s walks.

Single Rooms

There is no supplement charged to solo travellers, however, you will be required to share a room with another person of the same sex. If you request a double room for single occupancy, a supplement of £450 is charged.

Due to the nature of the accommodations we use, single supplements are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis.

This trip is ‘All Inclusive’. At Busta House, food plays a major role in your experience – especially local Shetland produce such as Shetland hill lamb, free range pork from Unst, and fresh seafood from all around the islands. Also, most recently and a world-first; organically farmed cod from Johnson Sea Farms at Vidlin.

We will dine at Busta House several times during the week, where you can choose from its excellent restaurant, or extensive bar, menu.

Included dinners are two courses as standard.

• Six nights accommodation in a country house hotel.
• All meals throughout from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 7.
• A boat trip to the Noss National Nature Reserve to view the prolific birdlife.
• Entrance fees to the Jarlshof centre.
• The services of an experienced and knowledgeable guide / driver throughout.
• All transport throughout the trip, starting from the ferry terminal on Day 1 and finishing there or at Sumburgh Airport.
• All ferry transfers while on Shetland.

Green Graded 1-3

Green graded walking holidays are suitable for active travellers who are reasonably fit and enjoy moderate hikes. We walk at a comfortable pace and you can expect to be out for 5-6 hours a day. The terrain will be mostly good paths and hill trails but these can still be muddy and rough in places. Some hikes may involve an ascent up to a max of approx 1,500 ft/450 m. Distances will be typically 8-10km but there may be the odd slightly longer day. Daily hike details are available in the itinerary.

You will be met by your Wilderness Scotland Guide at Lerwick Ferry Terminal at 8.30am on Day 1 of your trip. If staying in Shetland the night before, we recommend finding accommodation in Lerwick.

The trip will conclude at Lerwick Ferry Terminal at 2.30pm on the final day of the trip. We can also offer a drop off at Sumburgh Airport before we head to Lerwick if requested–please let us know.

Shetland is reached by an overnight ferry from Aberdeen to Lerwick (operated by Northlink Ferries). Alternatively, Loganair operates flights to Sumburgh Airport from Glasgow, Inverness, Aberdeen, and Edinburgh. Please note that Sumburgh Airport is 25 miles from Lerwick and is served by bus or taxi.

Upon booking the trip, please confirm whether you will travelling to Shetland by ferry or plane. If you are flying to Shetland, please arrive the day before the trip starts to ensure a prompt start for the group on Day 1.

For advice on getting to and from Scotland, please see our travel advice page: 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.