Solo Holidays

Everyone’s definition of “last minute” varies slightly, but we do offer places on selected trips close to departure. Solo travellers are often well suited to last-minute bookings—especially on lodge-based tours like our retreats, where rooms are available right up until the trip departs.

If you’re considering a last-minute solo holiday, we recommend contacting our friendly team to check availability. If there’s space on the trip, you’ll likely share a room with another traveller of the same gender, though single rooms may still be available on some departures.

At Wilderness Scotland, we proudly support and encourage solo female travel. Whether you’re seeking freedom, connection, or a fresh start, our small group tours strike the right balance between independence and community.

We welcome solo female travellers on our standard mixed-group tours, where you can expect safe, welcoming adventures led by expert guides, many of whom are inspiring women. You’ll find a friendly, supportive atmosphere where everyone shares a sense of adventure, no matter who’s in the group.

For those who prefer, we also offer women-only options, including Wilderness Retreats and carefully curated women-only departures. These are perfect for travellers looking to connect with a group of like-minded women in Scotland’s wild landscapes.

Whether you’re hiking, cycling, or simply soaking in the beauty of nature, solo travellers will find an ideal supportive and inclusive environment on all our trips.

Yes! We offer a selection of women-only adventures — designed for women, by women, and led by our expert female guides.

Our women-only Wilderness Retreats are perfect for solo female travellers seeking connection, empowerment, and time soaking up nature’s benefits. Based at a cosy lodge, these retreats bring together like-minded women to relax, build new skills, and drink in Scotland’s wild beauty at a relaxed pace.

If you’d prefer to join an active group adventure, take a look at our Women in Adventure page. Here you’ll find this year’s selection of women-only departures — carefully curated trips designed for solo female travellers keen to share an inspiring adventure with others who share their passion.

While each itinerary varies, many of our small group trips are either fully or mostly inclusive. All tours include expert guides, accommodation, in-trip transport, most meals, and all activities listed in the itinerary.

These trips are perfect for solo travellers looking for a stress-free adventure—just choose your trip, book your place, and we’ll handle the rest.

Yes! We welcome guests of all ages on our small group tours. Many of our guests are in their 50s, 60s and beyond, and we aim to accommodate travellers of all ages. Whether you’re newly retired, ready for a new chapter, or simply have a love of the outdoors, our small group tours offer a comfortable, enriching, and sociable way to explore.

Led by expert guides and paced to suit varying fitness levels, our small group tours allow travellers of all ages to experience Scotland’s wild beauty in great company—and always at your own pace.