Guided Walking, Climbing, Winter skills and other Outdoor Activities in the Cairngorms

Craggan Outdoors     Grantown on Spey

Offering one of the widest ranges of outdoor activities available in the Scottish Highlands, Craggan Outdoors serves groups from two to sixty-plus people, either as day visitors for activities, or residential packages with bunkhouse accommodation. Our licensed Clubhouse Cafe welcomes all visitors, whether doing activities or just stopping in for a meal or a drink. Craggan Outdoors is AALA licensed, and ended 2009 & 2010 as TripAdvisor's top-rated outdoor activity centre in Scotland. Craggan Outdoors was also the only activity centre to be shortlisted for 'Best Visitor Experience' in the prestigious Highlands & Islands Tourism Awards in both 2009 & 2010.

Visit the Cairngorm Reindeer herd    

The Cairngorm Reindeer Herd is Britain's only herd of reindeer, found free ranging in the Cairngorm mountains in Scotland. These extremely tame and friendly animals are a joy to all who come and see them. There is a daily visit to the reindeer, weather permitting, departing from the Cairngorm Reindeer Centre at 11.00 am. There is an additional visit at 2.30 pm during the Summer months, and a third visit at 3.30 pm during July and August. Under the supervision of our trained guides, our visitors can feed and stroke the reindeer. They are not camera shy, so you'll be able to take some memorable snaps.

After a short drive you will be taken on a short hill walk lasting around 30 minutes to where the reindeer will be grazing or, more likely, waiting for lunch to arrive. Your guide will then give a short talk. Tel 01479 861228

Absolute Escapes    

We are specialists in tailor-made independent walking holidays in Scotland. We offer self-guided walking packages on some of the finest and most spectacular long distance walks in the world as well as centre based walking holidays in the majestic Highlands and Islands. We have carefully selected our holidays to follow the best walking routes and we can tailor your holiday to suit your specific individual needs. Our holidays are ideal for anyone seeking to combine a walking trip with spectacular scenery and allow you to explore our beautiful countryside at your own pace.

Our long distance walking packages include the West Highland Way, Great Glen Way, Rob Roy Way, Speyside Way, Kintyre Way, St Cuthbert's Way and Arran Coastal Way. We also offer centre-based packages in the Cairngorms, Wester Ross, Isle of Skye and the Orkney Isles.

Out in the Hills     Aviemore

Out in the Hills offers guided walks and wilderness camping trips in the Cairngorms and elsewhere in the Scottish Highlands: Join one of our regular walks in the Cairngorms, or arrange your own day tour or longer expedition. How about watching a mountain sunrise for that special birthday? Or escape to a remote glen and camp by a mountain stream, eat your dinner under the stars (maybe even see the Northern Lights)? Day walks, weekends, longer trips, wilderness camping. Enjoy the hills and mountains of this country in the company of a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, with over 20 years experience of mountain walking in the Highlands.

Spirit of the Spey    

Magical journeys on the River Spey - Paddle an open-canoe on this most beautiful of Scottish rivers with Dave Craig, the Spey's most experienced River Guide. Suitable for all - from novice upwards. Expert instruction, guiding, all canoe/camping equipment, expedition food and shuttle-transport all provided. An unforgettable journey with camping, B&B or hotel accommodation. Award yourself the pleasure of being steeped in nature and history, whilst guiding your canoe through some of Scotland's most beautiful countryside. With dippers, golden-eye and grey wagtails just a few feet from your paddle, it's a bird-watchers paradise. Improver/coaching days available and Speyside malt-whisky experiences.

Active Outdoor Pursuits - Craigower Lodge     Newtonmore

A warm welcome and an unforgettable experience await you at Craigower Lodge in the Highland village of Newtonmore. The centre is set within the magnificent Cairngorms National Park and is the perfect location for outdoor activities all year round. Based at Craigower Lodge, Active Outdoor Pursuits provides outdoor activity days, holidays and training courses to suit individuals and groups of all levels of ability and aspiration, so if you have a passion for outdoor adventures we will be privileged to guide you on your journey.

Mountain Innovations     Boat of Garten

On a Mountain Innovations trip you get a distinctive brand of hiking adventure. You join the guide and his family in their home. You get fantastic mountain days and panoramic views of one of the world's most beautiful places and more.

We firmly believe 'the day' doesn't finish with the walk or coaching. It's also about returning after a brilliant day out to “Cake-O'Clock” - a welcoming mug of tea, freshly baked cakes and a roaring fire. Andy (your guide) and Rebecca provide throughout your trip and are on hand to share their enthusiasm and passion for the outdoors. You soon feel at home, and relax into your holiday.