scrambling

scrambling

Discover Scotland’s Most Breathtaking Ridges and Routes

15 Certified Departures
5.0 / 5.0•Over 211+ Five-Star Reviews
Current Field Itineraries

scrambling Expeditions

Showing all certified departures led directly by qualified instructors.

★ Most Popular

skye cuillin munros guiding

4 or 5 daysCuillin Ridge, Isle of Skye
skye cuillin munros guiding
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Challenging - 7
From£760.00/ person
View Trip
★ Most Popular

aonach eagach guided traverse

1 dayGlen Coe
aonach eagach guided traverse
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Moderate - 5
From£180.00/ person
View Trip
★ Most Popular

scrambling for hillwalkers

2 daysEast & West Coast, Scotland
scrambling for hillwalkers
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Leisurely - 3
From£360.00/ person
View Trip
★ Most Popular

further scrambling skills

2 daysEast & West Coast, Scotland
further scrambling skills
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Moderate - 5
From£360.00/ person
View Trip

classic scrambling glencoe

2 daysGlen Coe
classic scrambling glencoe
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Moderate - 6
From£360.00/ person
View Trip

guided ascent of curved ridge

1 dayGlen Coe
guided ascent of curved ridge
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Moderate - 6
From£180.00/ person
View Trip

guided ascent of tower ridge

1 dayBen Nevis
guided ascent of tower ridge
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Moderate - 6
From£180.00/ person
View Trip

guided ascent of fiacaill ridge

1 dayAviemore, Cairngorms
guided ascent of fiacaill ridge
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Easy - 3
From£180.00/ person
View Trip

ben nevis and glencoe scrambling

5 daysGlencoe, Ben Nevis
ben nevis and glencoe scrambling
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Challenging - 7
From£900.00/ person
View Trip

classic north west scrambling

2 daysNorth West Highlands
classic north west scrambling
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Moderate - 6
From£450.00/ person
View Trip

advanced scrambling course

2 daysEast & West Highlands
advanced scrambling course
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Challenging - 7
From£360.00/ person
View Trip

discover skye scrambling

2 daysCuillin Ridge, Isle of Skye
discover skye scrambling
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Moderate - 6
From£360.00/ person
View Trip

skye classic scrambling

3 daysCuillin Ridge, Isle of Skye
skye classic scrambling
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Moderate - 6
From£540.00/ person
View Trip

guided cuillin ridge traverse

3 daysCuillin Ridge, Isle of Skye
guided cuillin ridge traverse
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Very Tough - 9
From£540.00/ person
View Trip

guided ascent inaccessible pinnacle

1 dayCuillin Ridge, Isle of Skye
guided ascent inaccessible pinnacle
Discipline icon
Scottish Rock & Water
Moderate - 5
From£110.00/ person
View Trip
Field Footage

scrambling In Motion

Footage from recent days on this discipline.

More ridges

Other scrambling trips

Highland Regions

Where We Guide

From the jagged volcanic gabbro of Skye to the ancient pine forests of the River Spey.

A person in an orange jacket sits in a sleeping bag on a rocky summit, watching the sun set over a sea of cloud.
Private scrambling / Highlands
SRW Certified Field Spec
Private scrambling

Your ridge, your pace

A mountain guide for your group on the ridge you want to do. The day is shaped around your fitness and the weather window.

  • The ridge you want to scramble
  • A guide for your group only
  • Dates chosen around the weather
The Highland Standard

Why scramble with us

Qualified mountain instructors, a small group, and routes chosen for the people on the day.

A person in an orange jacket sits in a sleeping bag on a rocky summit, watching the sun set over a sea of cloud.
5.0 / 5.0••TripAdvisor Verified

Scrambling trips, in their words

How other people found the ridges, the exposure, and the days with a guide.

Visit Review Centre

"2 Day Winter Climbing intro"

My dad and I underwent a two day intro to winter climbing. This course was everything I hoped for and Stephen was a friendly, reassuring and attentive instructor. He listened to what we wanted to do and tailored each day to fit our wants and abilities. I felt safe and trusted at all times and would not hesitate to recommend this course or any other by Scottish Rock and Water. We met on the first morning to discuss weather and avalanche forecasts which we learned more about through planning our day. On the hill we discussed these aspects further as well as covering rope work, anchor building, navigation, use of technical gear and placing protection. Stephen was happy to answer any questions and chat, climbing or non climbing related. Thank you for a great weekend.

Callum SumsionVerified

"Amazing 👏"

Fantastic experience from start to finish, Our guide Terry was a top lad and a fantastic cook couldnt do enough for everyone ,was great fun and was very experienced on the water ,we had a great group ,had plenty of laughs and would would highly recommend this trip.over and out seal team 4.

Lee CharltonVerified

"Canoe Across Scotland"

Fabulous time with small group canoeing and wild camping. Guide and canoe instructor Antony was great, very friendly, helpful and full of enthusiasm. Food was amazing and we never went hungry. Storm Floris spoilt some of our adventure but everyone just cracked on with it. Top marks to Antony who did proper risk assessment before our last day and requested additional support from Steven to accompany us on a extremely windy Loch Ness. Great company would recommend and use again for another adventure!

Kazz DVerified

"River Spey canoe trip"

An excellent 4 days paddling the River Spey with Rory. The whole event was well organised and Rory was a very knowledgeable and capable guide, knowing the river very well. His cooking skills and meal choices were also very good, definitely did not go hungry. The scenery was exceptional and wildlife seem very good, 2 Ospreys included. The canoes and kit provided were also very good.

John HVerified

"Guided Descent of the River Spey"

Many thanks to Stephan for a great 4-day trip down the Spey! We really enjoyed the scenery and the water - especially the washing machine! Good accomodations and good food down the way helped as well to make this an unforgettable trip. We'll definitely be back for more fun some day!

Paul AkkermansVerified

"Scrambling in Glen Coe"

Highly recommend Stephen and Scottish Rock and Water, I did a 2 day introduction course on scrambling in Glen Coe and Stephen made our experience highly enjoyable and very educational. Stephen is very patient and I felt extremely comfortable and safe during the course at all times. I have gained valuable confidence and knowledge from my 2 days. Had an amazing time, thank you Stephen

Craig BeveridgeVerified
Field Notes

Scrambling notes

Grades, kit, and how to prepare for a Scottish scramble.

View All Articles

Gift vouchers

Give a day in the Highlands

A voucher from £50, posted to you and valid for three years. It can go toward a course, a private day, or winter kit hired for that trip.

A climber in an orange helmet moves up a granite slab above a Highland glen.
Basecamp Concierge

Ready to step onto the ridges?

Not sure which scramble grade matches your fitness, or how exposed a route will feel? Talk to the guides who know these ridges.

Direct Instructor Access•No Sales Desk
Expedition Inquiry

Plan Your Objective

Stay in the loop with upcoming courses, dates & field notes?