A guide for your party, on your dates. Summer rock and scrambling, a winter day on the hill, or a canoe journey of your own.
The day follows your goal and your pace. A first scramble, a Cuillin ridge, a winter skills day, or a river with the canoes and the camp kit sorted. There is no set departure and no mixed group.
Summer
Scrambling and rock climbing with an instructor, kept to one or two people so the coaching stays on you. The day can be a first ridge, a move onto steeper rock, or a route you have wanted to try in Glen Coe, the Cairngorms, or on Skye.
1:1 guiding
£380a day
1:2 guiding
£400a day
Winter
Winter skills, a mountaineering day, or something more technical, led by a winter guide. The plan moves with the forecast and with how the day is going. Crampons, axes, and helmets are included.
1:1 guiding
£380a day
1:2 guiding
£400a day
Water
A guide, the canoes, and the camp kit for your group. The river or the loch, and how far you paddle, are chosen for the people in the boats. Set departures such as the Spey and the Great Glen are listed separately if a fixed date suits you better.
Notes from people who booked a guide for their own party.
Small numbers, qualified instructors, and a day shaped around the people who turn up.
We’re a very small, family-run business built on a love for Scotland’s wild places. Unlike big providers, we focus on personal connections, tailored experiences, and a deep commitment to the landscapes we work in. When you book with us, you're supporting a passionate local team who truly care about your experience.
We’re committed to protecting the landscapes we love. Unlike providers who put profit first, we focus on responsible guiding, conservation, and a leave-no-trace ethos. When you book with us, you’re supporting sustainable tourism and helping preserve Scotland’s wild places for future generations.
We keep our group sizes small to provide a personal and tailored experience. Whether it’s your first time in the mountains or you’re a seasoned adventurer, we take the time to understand your goals and adapt each course to suit your needs.
Sure, you can find the well-trodden routes in a book—but we take you beyond the usual paths. With our deep local knowledge, we’ll guide you to hidden ridges, quiet valleys, and secret spots that make every adventure feel truly unique.
Custom scrambling, private Cuillin Ridge ascents, and bespoke open canoe crossings across the Scottish Highlands. Designed entirely around your group's ambition.
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Gift vouchers
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.
Tell us the objective, the dates, and who is coming. A guide will reply with a plan and the cost.
