Exped Series: Hike the Skye Trail
A 9-day trip (just 4-days off work!), including 7-days of hiking the Skye Trail - an unmarked route of 127km (79 miles) through the island of Skye. There are no waymarks for the route and many sections do not even have a path. However the rewards as you walk south from the most northerly point on the island are many in terms of: Spectacular mountain views - passing under the shadow of the Jagged Cuillin, the finest mountain range in Britain; Coastal scenery - from beaches to cliff-tops in areas that are remarkable but almost unvisited; Haunting ruins of deserted villages - destroyed in the highland clearances, and; The superb opportunities for watching wildlife. This route has been devised for those who prefer to get well away from the beaten track A trip never to be forgotten! \ To reserve your place, simply click on the RSVP, pay the £100 deposit and we'll be in contact with further details (balance payable 3-months prior to trip departure) \ ITINERARY Saturday (AM) Meet in Inverness (train station or airport) at 11am, then drive to Isle of Skye for a short walk to your first wild camp location on the farthest northern point on the island Sunday: Coastal hike to Flodigarry (17km) The trail starts from Skye's most northerly tip, Rubha Hunish, and follows a spectacular section of the coastline, continuing above dramatic cliffs to reach Flodigarry for a night of wild camping Monday: Hike inland to The Storr - Trotternish Ridge (25km) A slightly more challenging stage climbs from Flodigarry beneath the amazing rock formations of The Quiraing, continuing south on the Trotternish Ridge towards the Storr - this must be one of the most dramatic ridge traverses in Britain! The day will end with a wild camp amongst the dramatic scenery of our surroundings Tuesday: Cliff-top hike to Portree (18km) then Kayak to remote beach The third stage of the Skye Trail, takes a short walk to The old man of Storr before a descent to the road, which leads to a fabulous parade along the top of dramatic coastal cliffs with superb views. You will restock supplies in Portree before you head out to sea on a kayak to your hidden beach camp for the night (bags will be transported separately for you). After a 45minute kayak, you will reach your secluded beach camp and set up tents in the remote bay before having dinner on the beach Wednesday: Hike to Sligachan (17 km) After a beachside breakfast, you will pack away your tents and hike, mostly on road/easy tracks, to Sligachan Campsite (and access to showers!) Check in, have a shower, then head to the pub for a hearty dinner before retiring to bed under the mighty Cuillin Mountains Thursday: Hike below the mighty Cuillin mountains to Elgol (15km) This day we follow a good track through the remote Glen Sligachan (a valley separating the mighty Black Cuillin with the Red Cuillin) to the beautiful bay at Camasunary . Arriving at the coast on the south-west of the island, we will camp on the shores of the Atlantic ocean From here a vertiginous cliff path with fantastic views across the water to the Cuillin You will set up camp on the coast for wonderful sunset views over the ocean and the Cuillin mountains Friday: Hike on good trails to Torrin (17km) The sixth stage presents a lovely day with great views to Sleat and the small isles, ending at Torrin. Depending on the weather, you may be spending your final night on a summit with views over the bay, the ocean and the mountains, or next to a beach which often has visits from otters and the local seal colony. Saturday: Coastal hike to Broadford (20km) The final stage follows the coast from Torrin to the cleared villages of Suisnish and Boreraig before heading inland to pick up the Marble Line, the old railroad route into Broadford and the end of the Trail. We will then check-in to our accommodation and celebrate the completion of the Skye Trail with a hearty meal and drinks Sunday (AM) Return to Inverness (expect to arrive around 2pm) \ 9-days for an all inclusive price of just £895 To reserve your place, simply click on the RSVP, pay the £150 deposit and we'll be in contact with further details Cost includes Travel and logistical Support from Inverness All food whilst hiking (from breakfast on Sunday to lunch on Saturday), excluding any food in pubs/restaurants/cafes. All accommodation (tents provided for wild camping sections, hostel/B&B on the final night of the trip) Guided hiking by an experienced and qualified Mountain Leader Not included Return transport between home and Inverness Your personal hiking kit Your personal travel insurance food & drink before/after the hike \ All City Mountaineering trips are compliant with the 2018 Package Travel regulations (including financial protection) Please be aware of our Participation Statementand Terms & Conditions prior to joining
