Outdoor Adventures in the Highlands for all
A scrambling course of your choice in Glencoe – selecting from North East Ridge, Dinnertime Buttress etc, if you have a route in mind, we will head up that. If you don’t we will select a classic route for you.
£250.00 For 1 & £300.00 For 2
Glencoe Scrambling Course
| Duration | 1 day |
| Group Size | 1-2 |
| Difficulty | moderately challenging |
| Season Of The Year | spring, summer, autumn |
| Minimum Age | 10 |
| Meeting Place | Loch Achtriochtan Car Park 09:00 |
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Glencoe Scrambling Course Information
Glencoe Scrambling Course
Scrambling in Glencoe is a popular activity for experienced hillwalkers and mountaineers looking for a challenging adventure in the Scottish Highlands. This stunning area offers a range of scrambling routes, including the famous Aonach Eagach ridge, Curved Ridge on Buachaille Etive Mor and many more. Scrambling in Glencoe requires a mix of hiking and climbing skills, including the use of ropes and harnesses in some sections. It is essential to have an experienced guide when scrambling in Glencoe to ensure your safety and maximize your enjoyment of the area’s spectacular scenery.
Overall, scrambling in Glencoe is a thrilling and unforgettable experience for those seeking to push their limits in a spectacular and challenging environment.
Glencoe Scrambling Course Itinerary
An itinerary for scrambling in Glencoe typically involves a full day of challenging and exciting climbs on some of Scotland’s most famous ridges. After meeting with your qualified guide, you’ll begin with a safety briefing and gear check before heading out up your selected route.
You’ll navigate steep and exposed terrain using a mix of hiking and climbing skills, including the use of ropes and harnesses in some sections. The day will be interspersed with breaks for rest and to enjoy the stunning scenery of Glencoe. Overall, the itinerary offers a thrilling and unforgettable experience for experienced hillwalkers and mountaineers.
We are proud to recommend local accommodation options within the area for people when you are up for your Glencoe Scrambling Course:
Aviemore:
Youth Hostel A budget friendly option for people.
Coylumbridge Hotel Aviemroe – good for groups and families alike.
Premier Inn – always a good shout.
Rothiemurchus Campsite – situated in the stunning forest, this is a beautiful budget friendly option.
Glenmore Campsite – situated at Scotland’s highest beach, Loch Morlich has phenomenal views across to Cairngorm Mountain.
Newtonmore & Surrounding Areas:
https://www.wherestagsroar.co.uk/ award winning accommodation in the Highlands – perfect to stay at while up on an outdoor adventure.
Invernahavon Caravan Park – a bit quieter than the others as it is a little further away from the hustle and bustle of Aviemore.
Dalraddy Holiday Park – a family and dog friendly campsite.
If you are seeking an adventure that will challenge your physical and mental abilities while allowing you to immerse yourself in the stunning scenery of Glencoe, then a scrambling course in this region is an excellent choice. Glencoe is renowned for its rugged and dramatic landscapes, offering some of the most thrilling scrambling routes in Scotland.
During the course, you will be challenged to navigate difficult terrain, climb to new heights, and develop new skills in a supportive and safe environment. With experienced instructors guiding you every step of the way, you will build your confidence and learn how to approach challenging terrain safely and confidently.
In addition to the thrill of scrambling, Glencoe is home to some of the most stunning scenery in the UK, with majestic mountains and glens waiting to be explored. Taking part in a scrambling course will give you the opportunity to experience these landscapes in a new and exciting way.
Overall, a Glencoe scrambling course is an excellent choice for adventure seekers who want to challenge themselves, develop new skills, and experience the breathtaking scenery of this iconic region of Scotland.
We pride ourselves on providing as much kit as possible for you. However, the list below is what we recommend you should bring to your Glencoe Scrambling Course:
- Travel insurance. (We are insured for all our trips, but we recommend everyone has their own travel insurance as well.)
- Transportation to the venue. (We may be able to help with this though – if you need transportation please drop us an enquiry and we can see what we can do to help.)
- Lunch, water.
- Personal medication
- Sun cream, midge net
- Rucksack
- Warm layers
- Waterproofs
- Boots
- If you have your own harness and helmet feel free but we can provide these if not.
Here at Highland Outdoor Adventures, we pride ourselves on providing as much as we can but you are welcome to bring your own equipment if you do prefer. The list below is what we provide you with on the day.
- All instruction.
- All first aid and safety equipment.
- Photographs of the day provided for you at no extra cost! If the weather is good we will have a DSLR professional camera so we can take photos and videos of your adventure and you can look back at the day for years to come. If the weather is less favourable we will bring a GoPro (as it is waterproof) so we will still be able to take photos for you.
- Fully certified instructors who are members of AMI so you can rest assured they are recognised as amongst the best in the world.
- Harness.
- Helmets.
- Ropes.
- All technical equipment
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Glencoe Scrambling Course Meeting Place
- Mountain Scrambling in Glencoe, Lochaber, Scotland
Please look out for the van branded with our logo’s on all sides. We will always get there early and try to park up prominently for you to see us.
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