Lewis & Harris Guided Walking with Sightseeing

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The UK has a famously unpredictable climate so it's best to be prepared for weather that’s sunny one minute and raining the next.  To make it easier, here’s a list of items you should consider packing.   
Essentials  

Suitable footwear such as waterproof walking boots that provide ankle support and good grip  
Waterproof and windproof jacket 
Comfortable clothing (jeans & waterproof capes are not suitable)  
Mid-layer(s) to keep you warm. Fleeces make a good choice
Waterproof overtrousers  
Gloves and a warm hat  
Rucksack with waterproof liner 
Flask for hot drinks   
Water bottle (at least 1 litre capacity)  
Sunscreen  
UV sunglasses  

For holidays operating October through to the end of March, please also bring the following on your walks:

spare warm clothing
spare high energy food
head torch and spare batteries
please note for the October to March season your waterproof jacket needs to offer a high level of waterproofing and wind resistance, and a hood. Look for a waterproof jacket with sealed/taped seams and a minimum HH (hyrodstatic head - this is the rating given on waterproof jackets) of 10,000mm+

Recommended  

Several base layers (long-sleeve or short-sleeve)  
Cushioned walking socks to avoid blisters  
First aid kit, including plasters and insect repellent and tick remover tool
Sit mat   
Waterproof pouch for valuables  
Rubbish bag (remember to always leave no trace)  
Wallet/purse  
Camera
Walking poles
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The hassle-free option
Book your holiday ‘with flight’ from Glasgow to Stornoway airport. For flight times and prices please follow the booking process. If you choose this option, we automatically include return transfers between the airport and hotels. The coach transfer takes approx. 30 minutes to the Doune Braes Hotel at the start of your holiday and approx. 1 hour from Harris Hotel at the end of your holiday.
The flexible travel option
Alternatively, tailor your journey to suit you by booking your holiday ‘without flight’ allowing you the freedom to make independent travel arrangements. If you choose this option, hotel transfers are not included in the price. Check in at the Doune Braes Hotel is from 2pm. Below are some suggestions to help you reach your destination:
By car
Either take the ferry from Uig on Skye to Tarbert, or from Ullapool to Stornoway. Both crossings take around 2 hours. You can park at the Doune Braes Hotel where we begin the holiday, and you will have the opportunity to be dropped off at the hotel at the end of the day that we transfer to the Harris Hotel. You can then drive the 45-minute journey to Tarbert yourself and park at the Harris Hotel for the rest of the holiday.
By bus
Citylink run buses from Inverness to Ullapool from where you can take the ferry to Stornoway. There is also a bus service from Glasgow to Uig on Skye, and a local service from Tarbert to Stornoway. Independent taxi transfers need to be arranged to Doune Braes Hotel at the start of your holiday, approx. 30 minutes, and from Harris Hotel at the end of your holiday, approx. 1 hour. We recommend Stornoway Taxi & Courier Services.
By air
There are flights to Stornoway from Glasgow. Independent taxi transfers need to be arranged to Doune Braes Hotel at the start of your holiday, approx. 30 minutes, and from Harris Hotel at the end of your holiday, approx. 1 hour. We recommend Stornoway Taxi & Courier Services.
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Ticks
Ticks are tiny creatures that live in vegetation and can attach themselves to passing animals or walkers and may carry a risk of Lyme Disease. Please refer to NHS advice and guidelines for information prior to your holiday.
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Our experienced and knowledgeable volunteer leaders undergo a thorough assessment to lead you on your holiday and are delighted to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with you.
Please ensure you complete and hand in your registration form on arrival and let the leader know about any medical problems you may have. This may be useful in the event of a problem on the walk and will be treated confidentially by the leader.
In the event of a problem
If you become separated from your group, please stay where you are. Your leader will retrace their steps to find you.
All our leaders carry a mobile phone, group shelter, spare maps and a compass. In the unlikely event your leader is incapacitated, please use any emergency kit in their rucksack and call the emergency services (call 999 in the UK, or 112 overseas).
Please then try to call the hotel where you are staying to let them know there is a problem.
If you have any cause for complaints regarding accommodation, you should notify your leader who can then attempt to rectify the problem.
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Suggested Reading and Mpas
Your leader will carry all the necessary maps and guides. For you own interest you may consider looking at some of the following: 
www.virtualheb.co.uk/the-western-isles/
Ordnance Survey 1:50,000 maps
Landranger 8: Stornoway & North Lewis
Landranger 13: West Lewis & North Harris
Landranger 14: Tarbert & Loch Seaforth
Landranger 18: Sound of Harris
Walking on Harris & Lewis: Richard Barrett (Cicerone Guide)
The Outer Hebrides Guide Book: Charles Tait
The Lewis Trilogy: Peter May (fiction)
Coffin Road: Peter May (fiction)
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Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance and any other personal insurance relevant to you and the holiday. It is particularly important with the possibility of flight changes and cancellations due to the challenging weather conditions that can occur on the islands and might impact your onward travel arrangements.
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