About Wilderness Scotland
Wilderness Scotland is an award-winning adventure travel company based in Aviemore that has been running guided and self-guided outdoor holidays across the Scottish Highlands and Islands since 2000. With a five-star VisitScotland quality grading and recognition as one of the UK's leading ecotourism operators, Wilderness Scotland designs multi-day itineraries that combine walking, sea kayaking, mountain biking, sailing, cycling, and wildlife watching into immersive Highland experiences. Their trips cover some of the most remote and beautiful landscapes in Europe, from the Outer Hebrides to the Cairngorms.
Trip options include guided walking holidays through Glencoe, Torridon, and the Isle of Skye, multi-day sea kayaking expeditions along the west coast, road cycling tours through the Highlands, mountain bike adventures on purpose-built trail centres, and wildlife safaris focused on eagles, otters, red deer, and marine life. All guided trips are led by experienced local guides with deep knowledge of the landscape, ecology, and culture of the Highlands. Self-guided options come with detailed route notes, luggage transfers, and accommodation pre-booked at hand-picked B&Bs, lodges, and hotels.
What distinguishes Wilderness Scotland from standard tour operators is the quality of the experience and the commitment to responsible tourism. They were among the first UK adventure companies to achieve Green Tourism Gold certification, and their trips are designed to minimise environmental impact while maximising authentic engagement with Highland communities. Group sizes are capped at 12, the itineraries avoid the most overcrowded tourist spots, and the guides bring a level of natural history knowledge that turns every walk into an education.
