Lucy Gibbons Lucy Gibbons
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Wild Walks on Arran: Prices and Itineraries.
Discover the breathtaking mountains, moors and coastline of Arran with a local and fully qualified professional Mountain Leader. From jagged ridges to remote coastlines, experience the beauty of Arran’s scenery and magnificent wildlife, and take away a memory that you will cherish for a lifetime.
Coastal and Moorland Walks:
Machrie Moor Standing Stones and Wildlife (half day)
Be transported back to the Bronze Age and discover the ancient megalithic landscape of Machrie Moor. The moor is also a rich habitat for wildlife and a great place to watch birds of prey. Easy walking on lowland terrain.
Cock Of Arran Coastal Walk (full day)
Explore the remote and rocky shore of the Cock of Arran, the location of the famous geological feature, Hutton’s Unconformity. This coastline is an excellent place to watch wildlife with highlights including marine mammals and birds, red deer and if we are lucky, golden eagles. Moderate to rough walking along remote shoreline and across moorland.
Mountain Hikes and Scrambles:
The Three Beinns (full day)
A traverse of the Three Beinns is Arran’s classic ridge walk with spectacular views of the fine ridges and deep glens of the Goatfell Range. The terrain is wild and remote and home to ravens, eagles and red deer. Hiking in mountainous terrain, steep ascents and descents.
Goatfell Hike (full day)
Arran’s highest peak climbs to 874 metres and the views from the top are worth the effort. Although it falls short of Munro status, Goatfell is a Corbett and we start from sea level, making an ascent a worthy challenge! Hiking in mountainous terrain on well made paths with steep ascent and descent.
Goatfell Stacach Scramble (full day)
Traverse the knobbly ridge of Stacach between Goatfell and North Goatfell with an experienced Mountain Leader to guide you. The views are fabulous, the granite is rough and grippy and the sense of achievement is immense. Challenging terrain with some exposed and steep sections.
North Glen Sannox Horseshoe Scramble (full day)
A magnificent day out on the hill that tackles steep terrain in a remote part of the Goatfell Range. The names of the peaks ring with legend; we will ascend Caisteal Abhail and traverse the famous Sleeping Warrior before crossing the witches step of Ceum na Caillich. Challenging terrain with some exposed and steep sections.
There are lots of fantastic walks, hikes, scrambles and great places to watch wildlife on Arran too numerous to list here. If you would like to discuss possibilities please contact me (details below). Please note that the itinerary may be subject to alteration without prior notice should weather conditions or the welfare of the group require it. Please check full terms and conditions when booking (available on request).
Full Day hike: £30 Per person (min £60 per day or two people)
Half Day walk £20 Per person (min £40 per half day or two people)
Leader to group ratios:
Coastal/Moorland Walk:1:6
Mountain Hike: 1:6
Ridge Scramble: 1:4
Additional leaders can be arranged for larger groups subject to availability.
What is included:
Hire of Mountain Leader
If you require transport or packed lunch this can be booked in advance and provided at cost.
Personal Equipment Required:
If you require advice on equipment please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Some equipment may be available to borrow.
Half Day Walks:
Sturdy footwear
Warm clothing layers
Waterproof jacket
Drink and a snack
Binoculars (optional, available to borrow on request)
Full Day Walks
Hiking boots (preferably already broken in!)
Warm clothing layers (not cotton)
Waterproof jacket and trousers
Small day sack containing:
Packed lunch and plenty to drink
Sunscreen and sun hat
Hat and gloves
Binoculars (optional, available to borrow on request)