Wilderness Walking View Trip Dates the Wilds of Assynt Book Now

Wilderness Walking View Trip Dates The Wilds of Assynt Book Now

Trip Grade: Blue 6 The Wilds of Assynt

This walking holiday explores the beautiful regions of Assynt and Coigach in the North West Highlands. Located just to the north of Ullapool, the hills and lochs create a landscape of outstanding natural beauty. The mountains have a regal feel as they rise boldly from the moors, each peak distinctive in the loch-strewn landscape.

The coastline offers picture-perfect sandy beaches interspersed with rugged cliffs and sea-stacks. So unique is the structure of this landscape that it was the first area in the UK to be designated a UNESCO Geopark, which marks its geographical significance and heritage. Although many of the hills which we may climb on this trip are below 3000 feet, it is certainly one of the most spectacular mountain areas in the Scottish Highlands. We will enjoy a combination of hill, glen and coastal walks which will allow us to experience all aspects of this wonderful region of Scotland.

Highlights • Enjoy guided hikes up iconic Scottish mountains such as Suilven and Stac Pollaidh • Discover some of the best coastal walking in Scotland including the Old Man of Stoer • Relax and look for marine wildlife on a cruise around the Summer Isles

Book with confidence • We guarantee this trip will run as soon as 2 people have booked • Maximum of 8 places available per departure

PLEASE NOTE – The itinerary may be subject to change at the discretion of the Wilderness Scotland Guide with regard to weather conditions and other factors. Planned Itinerary

Arrival Info

• Your Guide will meet you at the centre of Inverness Railway Station by the ﬁxed seating area • 10.30am on Day 1 of your trip

Departure Info

• You will be returned to Inverness Railway Station • 4:00pm on the ﬁnal day of your trip

PLEASE NOTE – The itinerary may be subject to change at the discretion of the Wilderness Scotland Guide with regard to weather conditions and other factors. Day 1 | Travel North

After meeting in Inverness, we travel to the North-West Highlands. On the way, we'll stop for a walk before travelling onto our accommodation. Options include lovely woodland strolls to impressive waterfalls or a short hill walk. (L, D)

Walk details: 3-7km/ 1-4 miles | Max 230m/ 754 ft ascent | approx. 1-2 hours

Day 2 | Hiking Cul Mor

This distinctive mountain dominates the skyline and offers superb vistas from its lofty summit. We follow a good trail for the initial ascent before climbing quite steeply to the cairn which marks the high point to enjoy wide-reaching views across both mountains and sea. (B, L, D)

Walk details: 14km/ 9 miles | 730m/ 2395 ft ascent | approx. 6 hours

Day 3 | The Summer Isles and Stac Pollaidh

Our day starts with a relaxing cruise through the Summer Isles, a beautiful archipelago with striking rock features. We'll stop for lunch at the wonderful Achnahaird Beach before making an afternoon ascent of Stac Pollaidh - which is one of the best 'little mountains' in Scotland. It stands just 613m high and the hike will only take around 3 hours but the summit vista is pure wilderness and is an unforgettable view. (B, L, D)

Walk details: 4km/ 2miles | 440m/ 1440 ft ascent | approx. 3 hours Day 4 | An Ascent of Suilven

After a couple of fairly relaxing days, you should be ready for the challenge of hiking up Suilven. Although just 731m high, this is a remote mountain and the approach walk to the foot of the mountain takes around 2 hours. A steep climb lifts you onto its wide summit plateau where you will be rewarded by one of the most sensational views you will ever see. A long but fantastic day’s walking. (B, L, D)

Walk details: 22km/ 14 miles | 910m/ 2985 ft ascent | approx. 7-8 hours

Day 5 | Coastal Walks to the Old Man of Stoer

Today will be an easier day, after the exertions of climbing Suilven. The Old Man of Stoer is a sea-stack and provides a superb half-day coastal walk. We'll follow this with a visit to Achmelvich Beach - on a sunny day, you could be fooled into thinking this is the Caribbean as you walk on the white sand or paddle in turquoise waters. (B, L, D)

Walk details: 7.5km/ 5 miles | 150m/ 492 ft ascent | approx. 4 hours Day 6 | A Hike on Ben Mor Coigach

This rarely climbed hill is one of Scotland's best kept hill-walking secrets. Although just 743m high, our sea level start means that you will hike up every metre! The rocky ridges which link its tops are scree covered which can be tough going but the views from the summit out to the Summer Isles are simply glorious. (B, L, D)

Walk details: 15km/ 9 miles | 800m/ 2620 ft ascent | approx. 6-7 hours

Day 7 | A Walking in Easter Ross

On our final day we will head south from Ullapool back towards Inverness. There are many options for walks and your guide will select a route which allows us to arrive back in Inverness for 1600 hours and the trip end. (B, L)

Walk details: 15km/ 9 miles | 750m/ 2460 ft ascent | approx. 6-7 hours Trip Grading | Blue 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 often be rough and boggy, including boulder fields and mountain tops, you will need to be confident hiking on uneven ground. 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.

The weather in Scotland can be unpredictable and at times can make activities more challenging. Please do bear this in mind when thinking about what trip to join.

If our guides feel that you are not able to complete a scheduled hike they may ask you not to join in that day. If you have any questions about the grading, then please do give our Adventure Consultants a call to chat through your experience and suitability for this trip.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are appropriately ﬁt and capable of doing the described hikes in the expected times. Please refer to the grading section on our website for more details. If you are unsure we encourage you to speak to us ﬁrst. Accommodation and Meals

This walking holiday enjoys accommodation in a 4-star guest house located just outside Ullapool. The guest house enjoys stunning views across Loch Broom is conveniently located close to the hills which we will be exploring. Accommodation is a choice of double or twin rooms, which are en-suite with a shower. Evening meals will be taken either in Ullapool, which offers a good choice of restaurants to suit every taste, or perhaps in a different location depending on where the group have been walking on a particular day.

On this trip we generally eat dinner as a group however if you would like to make alternative arrangements you are free to do so. Your guide will have an evening off during this trip where they do not eat with the group. They will recommend options for dinner that evening and will help you make any necessary reservations.

Single Rooms

For solo travellers: Accommodation is based on sharing a twin room with another solo traveller of the same gender. A limited number of rooms for single occupancy are available on a first come first served basis, subject to a single supplement. Please enquire for availability.

Single supplements vary across our itineraries so please refer to the ‘What’s Included - Accommodation’ tab on the trip page on our website for this trip or contact our sales team. All Inclusive Inclusions

This trip includes the following:

• 6 nights accommodation in a 4-star Guest House • All meals, from Dinner on Day 1 through to lunch on Day 7 (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 • A boat trip through the Summer Isles

Our All Inclusive trips include all accommodation, meals, guiding and travel during the trip. We do not include drinks or any gratuities you may choose to leave. Our holidays reviewed in your words…

This is an excellent trip with wonderful scenery. Our group “ was very lucky in having sunny weather with no rain or midges whilst we were there. The walks all offer good views of the coast and surrounding scenery. The highlight of the week was going up Suilven and the awe inspiring views from the top. I had a wonderful holiday in beautiful scenery and a week I will never forget. Pauline Smith ”

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During this trip you will be accompanied and led by one of our professional guides. Our guides are among the most highly experienced and qualified in the country. Defined by their passion for Scotland’s wild places, they have an intimate knowledge of the natural and social history of this land which they will be delighted to share with you. For more info and to meet the team please see our Guide Pages.

Sustainable Travel

Wilderness Scotland is committed to the principles of ecotourism. We work very hard to ensure our engagements with local communities, wild lands and wildlife are positive.

We are a proud partner of the Leave No Trace Centre for Outdoor Ethics, which enhances our commitment to responsible activity in Scotland’s wild lands, as enshrined in the Scottish Outdoor Access Code (SOAC).

We are also proud to be a John Muir Trust Peak Partner. Thanks in part to the generosity of our clients though our Conservation Contribution scheme the John Muir Trust can rely on our investment to go towards conservation projects that have a deep connection to Wilderness Scotland and the areas we adventure in.

You can learn more about the work we’re doing with the John Muir Trust and the other ways we care for the wild places we love here. Equipment List

Check out our guide on what to wear when adventuring in Scotland. wildernessscotland.com/blog/hiking-in-scotland-what-to-wear

Eat | Stay | See

Looking for accommodation for before or after your adventure with us? Check out our list of where to stay and what to do

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General Info – Scotland

From food and drink to the Loch Ness Monster, our General Info for Scotland guide has got you covered for all your need to know facts.

General-Info-Scotland.pdf Travel Insurance

It is your responsibility to take out appropriate travel insurance to cover you during your trip. This should include cover for cancellation prior to the trip, the activities undertaken (i.e hiking), curtailment, and adequate medical insurance for sickness/ injury and medical repatriation. We also strongly recommend you have cover for your other travel arrangements such as flights, and your personal possessions.

We suggest you do your own research to find the best insurance cover for you however the follow companies offer suitable policies.

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