Private Guided Mountain Walking Experience in the Cairngorms
Overview
The Cairngorm National Park is a little piece of Arctic plateau and contains many of the highest mountains in the Highlands. The area is full of fascinating geology and history and is home to many rare plant and animal species. Explore the Cairngorms with us and we'll safely guide you to its highest summits and secret corners. We'll select a route that will be challenging but achievable and is big on scenery and satisfaction!
This experience is suitable for novices, travellers or anyone looking for a special experience in the local area. No prior experience of mountain walking or hiking is necessary and you'll be kept safe and encouraged every step of the way.
Our guides hold the highest attainable qualifications in mountain leadership and are passionate about giving you the best possible experience. We are as excited guided complete beginners as we are guiding experienced hikers and we enjoy working with both the young and the young at heart.
We look forward to exploring with you!
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages At the summit of our mountain, you'll be invited to celebrate with a free taste of local Highland Whisky
- Map and compass
- Emergency shelter
- First aid kit
- Qualified Mountain Guide
- Lunch You'll need to provide a lunch for the day
- Every participant will need outdoor shoes, warm clothing and waterproof layers.
Meeting and Pickup
We can pick up small groups for free or help arrange transport for larger groups.
Retail Park
Santa Claus Drive, Aviemore PH22 1AF, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Immerse yourself in the wild scenery of the The Cairngorm National Park, safely guided by a qualified Mountain Leader.
This mountain walking experience begins by meeting and getting to know your guide. The Cairngorms have high mountains, dramatic cliffs and secret corners. We'll advise on a route that suits your experience and group and will always give you several options.
We'll need to make a short drive to our start point, but will soon be stepping away from the crowds and into the famous Highland wilderness. With luck we'll spot some of the rare creatures and plants that call this stark, beautiful landscape home. Look out for Eagles, Mountain hares, Ptarmigan and even Reindeer!
Our mountain experience might take us into a deep glacial bowl to search for climbers amongst the cliffs, onto an airy ridge line, into a valley to spy a secret lake and hidden cave or onto a high and haunted mountain top. You choose! Wherever we go, your guide will have plenty to show you and there'll be lots of photo opportunities.
Before we make our way back home, we'll make sure to get a team photo on the summit... and maybe share a traditional dram of whisky too!
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-262072P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Alcoholic beverages. At the summit of our mountain, you'll be invited to celebrate with a free taste of local Highland Whisky.
- Map and compass.
- Emergency shelter.
- First aid kit.
- Qualified Mountain Guide.
- Lunch. You'll need to provide a lunch for the day.
- Every participant will need outdoor shoes, warm clothing and waterproof layers.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 7..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Guided Mountain Walking Experience in the Cairngorms is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Guided Mountain Walking Experience in the Cairngorms will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Alcoholic beveragesAt the summit of our mountain, you'll be invited to celebrate with a free taste of local Highland Whisky
- Map and compass
- Emergency shelter
- First aid kit
- Qualified Mountain Guide
- LunchYou'll need to provide a lunch for the day
- Every participant will need outdoor shoes, warm clothing and waterproof layers.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
