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Writer's pictureNigel Bywater

Hill Walking ? Scotland? No way!!


We have already talked about how fantastic the walking is , but in case you missed it we have put our thinking caps on and produced another series of suggested itineraries for those of you who want to explore the big outdoors!!


Included are some sites that are close by so that you can get the most out of your stay and soak up the absolutely breath-taking scenery, that photographs do not offer any real justice to.


Day 1: Alness to Ullapool

  • Start your journey in Inverness.

  • Drive to Rogie Falls for a short hike.

  • Continue to Ullapool.

  • Campsite: Broomfield Holiday Park, Ullapool.

Day 2: Ullapool to Torridon

  • Explore Ullapool in the morning.

  • Drive to Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve for hill walking.

  • Continue to Torridon.

  • Campsite: Torridon Campsite, Torridon.

Day 3: Torridon to Applecross

  • Hike in the Torridon Hills.

  • Drive the famous Bealach na Bà mountain pass.

  • Campsite: Applecross Campsite, Applecross.

Day 4: Applecross to Gairloch

  • Drive along the scenic coastal route.

  • Hike in the Gairloch area.

  • Visit the Gairloch Heritage Museum.

  • Campsite: Sands Caravan and Camping, Gairloch.

Day 5: Gairloch to Inverness

  • Explore the Inverewe Garden.

  • Drive back to Inverness.

  • Hike at Craig Phadrig for panoramic views.

  • Campsite: Culloden Moor Caravan Club Site, Inverness.

7-Day NC500 Campervan Itinerary for Hill Walking:

Day 1-2: Inverness to Ullapool

  • Follow the Day 1 and 2 itinerary from the 5-day plan.

  • Campsite: Broomfield Holiday Park, Ullapool.

Day 3: Ullapool to Torridon

  • Follow the Day 3 itinerary from the 5-day plan.

  • Campsite: Torridon Campsite, Torridon.

Day 4: Torridon to Applecross

  • Follow the Day 4 itinerary from the 5-day plan.

  • Campsite: Applecross Campsite, Applecross.

Day 5-6: Applecross to Gairloch

  • Explore the Day 5 and 6 itinerary from the 5-day plan.

  • Campsite: Sands Caravan and Camping, Gairloch.

Day 7: Gairloch to Inverness

  • Follow the Day 7 itinerary from the 5-day plan.

  • Campsite: Culloden Moor Caravan Club Site, Inverness.

10-Day NC500 Campervan Itinerary for Hill Walking:

Day 1-2: Inverness to Ullapool

  • Follow the Day 1 and 2 itinerary from the 5-day plan.

  • Campsite: Broomfield Holiday Park, Ullapool.

Day 3: Ullapool to Torridon

  • Follow the Day 3 itinerary from the 5-day plan.

  • Campsite: Torridon Campsite, Torridon.

Day 4: Torridon to Applecross

  • Follow the Day 4 itinerary from the 5-day plan.

  • Campsite: Applecross Campsite, Applecross.

Day 5-6: Applecross to Gairloch

  • Explore the Day 5 and 6 itinerary from the 5-day plan.

  • Campsite: Sands Caravan and Camping, Gairloch.

Day 7-8: Gairloch to Durness

  • Visit the Inverewe Garden.

  • Drive to Durness and enjoy beach walks.

  • Hike in the Quinag mountain range.

  • Campsite: Sango Sands Oasis, Durness.

Day 9: Durness to Tongue

  • Hike to Smoo Cave.

  • Explore the area around Tongue.

  • Campsite: Loch Eriboll Campsite, Tongue.

Day 10: Tongue to Inverness

  • Drive back to Inverness.

  • Hike at Loch Assynt and Ardvreck Castle.

  • Campsite: Culloden Moor Caravan Club Site, Inverness.

Remember that weather conditions and personal preferences can impact the success of this itinerary, so it's a good idea to be flexible and make adjustments as needed. Also, make sure to check campsite availability and book in advance where possible.


Also consider your pick up time from Advantures HQ, your first nights accommodation may be further than you think We are more than happy to work with you to ensure you have the best time possible.






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