Epic Week Escapes

Epic Week Escapes

Life-changing adventures worth taking proper time off for

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5.0 / 5.0•Over 211+ Five-Star Reviews
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Your Epic Scottish Adventure Awaits See why our Epic Week Escapes offer the ultimate Scottish Highland experience. From our legendary Canoe Across Scotland journey through pristine lochs and ancient landscapes to conquering the challenging peaks of the Black Cuillin ridge over multiple days, discover how a full week of adventure with us can transform your perspective and create memories that last a lifetime. These aren't just holidays - they're life-changing expeditions through Scotland's most spectacular wilderness.

FLAGSHIP EXPEDITION • ISLE OF SKYE

THE SKYE CUILLIN RIDGE TRAVERSE

Over 13,000ft of ascent across Britain’s most iconic and technical alpine ridge.

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What sets us apart

Small groups, qualified instructors, and days shaped around the people who turn up.

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Stories from the hill and the water

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"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

"An awesome weekend"

Absolutely awesome weekend with Stephen! We were looking for a guide / instructor to work with us to improve our leading in winter climbing and trad. While the weather wasn't the best, Stephen planned a great weekend nonetheless: one day in Coire an t-Sneachda and another at Cummingston crag (where we could hide from the wind and rain while gaining confidence / skills in leading trad routes). It was a hugely valuable experience.

Charlie and GiuliaVerified

"Fabulous weekend climbing"

My daughter, 13, & I have just had a great weekend climbing with Stephen. I haven't done much outdoor climbing for 20 years and my daughter really wanted to move from indoors to outdoors. Stephen was a fabulous instructor, he gave very good and clear instructions, refreshing my skills and teaching my daughter. By the end of the weekend we now have the skills & confidence to go out climbing by ourselves. Flavours to try at the local ice cream parlour & best local cafe advice were also second to none! It was a brilliant weekend and we would thoroughly recommend Scottish Rock & Water if you want fun, skilled & safe instruction.

Charlotte LobbVerified

"In Pin & Sgurr Mhic Choinnich combo"

Stephen helped us achieve 2 more ticks in our Munro book. He expertly made our short ridge traverse highly educational and fun at the same time. We even invested in more basic scrambling equipment within hours of completion as he made us hungry for more! We will certainly use Stephen as a Guide again or enroll on one of his many mountaineering courses, an epic day led by a top Guide! Five stars all round 👍

Ollie HVerified

"Intro to Rock Climbing"

Had a great day climbing with Stephen. He tailored a day for 6 of us, who ranged from some experience in climbing to complete novices. Also as a mum with her 2 sons on the rock face, Stephen couldn't have been more safety concious and professional. Everyone was challenged but never overwhelmed and all really enjoyed our time with Scottish Rock and Water. Our day with Stephen was the highlight of our 2 week holiday.

Ruth JonesVerified

"5 day mountaineering skills course"

Incredible week with the guides from Scottish Rock and Water. So helpful and knowledgable and made everyone feel safe throughout. Learned so much and can’t wait to put what we learned into practice again. The best time.

Josh RVerified
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