3 Night Scottish Highlands Guided Walking Holiday

Distance: 6 miles (10km) 

Ascent: 1450ft (440m) 

The sight of Grey Mare’s Tail Waterfall plunging 60m into the valley will stop you in your tracks. Not only that, but there are also far-reaching views over the lochs and peaks of this nature reserve.  

Wildlife enthusiasts should keep an eye open for ospreys, peregrine falcons, and even feral goats along the way. We’ll then join the Old Military Road along the flanks of Sgurr an Fhuarain, stopping at even more fine viewpoints, before heading back to Kinlochleven.

Distance: 8 miles (13km)  

Ascent: 2,050ft (620m)  

You’ll walk from the northern shore of Loch Leven to the village of Kinlochleven. The route will take us up a steep hillside, then follow a path behind Mam na Gualainn to join the famed West Highland Way. You’ll complete a section of Scotland’s premier long-distance path, including part of General Wade’s 18th century military road. 

Distance: 8 miles (12.5km)  

Ascent: 3,200ft (980m)  

Warm up for other adventurous peaks later in the week with a climb over undulating mountain ridges to the summit of Mam na Gualainn. From the top, Loch Leven stretches out below you, then we’ll carry on climbing to reach the summit of Beinn na Caillich. Afterwards we’ll descend to join the West Highland Way to Kinlochleven. 

Distance: 6 miles (10km) 

Ascent: 950ft (300m) 

From the house we’ll head towards Ballachulish Bridge, which crosses over Loch Leven and Loch Linnhe. You’ll have ample opportunity to see the lochs from a different angle as well as the imposing sight of Beinn a Bheithir on the other side. There’ll be a stop at St John’s Church in Ballachulish, but the highlight has to be the forested trails of Gleann a Chaolais – a hiker’s delight. 

Distance: 9.5 miles (15km) 

Ascent: 3,900ft (1180m) 

Starting at sea level on the opposite side of Loch Leven from Alltshellach, we’ll follow a gently rising track through the forest. The path then narrows and steepens until it emerges from the forest below the dramatic horseshoe ridge of Beinn a' Bheithir.  

We’ll head towards the col then turn left along a wide ridge up to the summit of Beinn Dhearg. In the right conditions, you’ll see the mountains above Glencoe, Ben Nevis, and several Hebridean Islands. 

The same route will take us through the verdant valley of Gleann a' Chalois before we dip into the forest and over the Balachulish Bridge to the house. 

Distance: 9.5 miles (15.5km)

Ascent: 3,850 feet (1,160m)

Ascend on forestry tracks up through a steep, stony gully onto the main Beinn a'Bheithir ridge which is followed eastwards to reach the summit of Sgorr Dhonuill (1,001m). Sgorr Dhearg and Sgorr Dhonuill are the twin peaks visible from Alltshellach. At the end of the walk, you can relax in the bar area with a well-earned drink and gaze upward at the peak you've just conquered.

Distance: 8.5 miles (13.5 km) 

Ascent: 1,250 feet (380m) 

A walk with two distinct sections either side of Loch Linnhe. We start at Onich and follow forest trails towards Inchree with its splendid waterfalls. We'll then see the Scottish mountains from a different perspective as we take the Corran ferry across to Ardgour for a pleasant woodland walk in the grounds of Ardgour House. 

Distance: 6 miles (10km) 

Ascent: 2,450 feet (760m) 

Cross over on the Corran ferry to the Ardgour Peninsula, then climb the side of the spectacular Maclean’s Towel waterfall to the summit of Meall Breac. Throughout the walk there are great views over the immense Loch Linnhe and the mountains of Glen Coe beyond. 

Distance: 7 miles (11.5km) 

Ascent: 2,750 feet (840m) 

Cross over on the Corran ferry to walk in the mountains of the Ardgour Peninsula. Our route takes us past Maclean's Towel waterfall then around the ridge onto the summit of Sgurr na h-Eanchainne at just over 700 metres high. 

Distance: 8 miles (12.5km)  

Ascent: 700ft (220m)  

We’ll meander through Nevis Gorge keeping an eye on Ben Nevis high above us. Enjoy the tranquillity of this wooded gorge, where the torrent churns between giant boulders, providing a soundtrack of trickling water. Soak up the sight of Steall Waterfall, the third highest cascade in Britain, before emerging into the wide vistas of Steall meadow. 

Distance: 9 miles (14km) 

Ascent: 2,600ft (800m) 

Set your sights on the climbers’ hut that sits below the mighty north face of Ben Nevis as you begin climbing up and up. Then once we reach it, we’ll contour below the Castle Ridge buttress and descend via the Pony Track to Glen Nevis. You’ll have the chance to see the famed towering cliffs of the north face up close – revered for its excellent rock and ice climbing.  

Distance: 10 miles (16.5km) 

Ascent: 4,500ft (1,380m) 

Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis, is on the agenda today. It’s a challenging climb to the summit from Glen Nevis along the Pony Track, but it’s a walk to write home about. You’ll zig zag all the way to the top where for a few moments you’ll be the highest person in Britain. 

Distance: 6 miles (10km) 

Ascent: 1450ft (440m) 

The sight of Grey Mare’s Tail Waterfall plunging 60m into the valley will stop you in your tracks. Not only that, but there are also far-reaching views over the lochs and peaks of this nature reserve.  

Wildlife enthusiasts should keep an eye open for ospreys, peregrine falcons, and even feral goats along the way. We’ll then join the Old Military Road along the flanks of Sgurr an Fhuarain, stopping at even more fine viewpoints, before heading back to Kinlochleven.

Distance: 8 miles (13km)  

Ascent: 2,050ft (620m)  

You’ll walk from the northern shore of Loch Leven to the village of Kinlochleven. The route will take us up a steep hillside, then follow a path behind Mam na Gualainn to join the famed West Highland Way. You’ll complete a section of Scotland’s premier long-distance path, including part of General Wade’s 18th century military road. 

Distance: 14.5 miles (23.5km) 

Ascent: 2,150 feet (660m) 

From the forest-surrounded town of Inchree we follow the valley of Gleann Righ to Lochan Lunn Da Bhra. We'll then walk along Scotland's first long distance trail - the west highland way - following it until we reach Kinlochleven.

Distance: 8 miles (13km)  

Ascent: 1,200ft (360m)  

Discover Glen Coe's turbulent history and connections to the Clan MacDonald as we follow woodland paths to the scenic ‘Hospital Lochan’ before reaching Clachaig Inn. This former climber’s hostel is steeped in history - nearby Signal Rock was the gathering point for the MacDonalds of Glen Coe in times of emergency. 

Distance: 7.5 miles (12km)

Ascent: 2,350 feet (720m)

Another Corbett (a particular type of Scottish mountain), the rounded summit of Beinn a Chrulaiste stands at the entrance to Glen Coe. Hikes here come with great views of the famous Buachaille Etive Mor and the expansive Rannoch Moor. Treat yourself to a well-earned pint or two at the legendary Kings House hotel at the end of the walk.

Distance: 10½ miles (16.5km)

Ascent: 2050 feet (620m)

Our walk takes us into some stunning mountain scenery as we walk around the Buachaille Etive Beag and then join the West Highland Way to Kingshouse.