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Meet: 10am Outend Carpark, Isle of Scalpay (NG 233 951) Distance: 2.7 miles / 4.3 km
Eilean Glas lighthouse is one of the best places in Scotland to observe a wide range of whale and dolphin species from the shore. These amazing animals are abundant during the summer and as long as the sea state isn’t too rough, sightings are very likely. This is an easy walk to the lighthouse on mostly well surfaced paths. The walk also offers good opportunities to observe sea eagles, otters and seals.
Meet: Hushinish Gateway 11am (NA 992 121) Distance: 1 – 5 miles / 1 – 8.1 km
This varied walk explores the fascinating machair grassland, white sandy beaches and marine wildlife. The walk will be tailored to the desires and ability of the group on the day.
Meet: Ardvourlie Carpark (NB 187105) Distance: 2 miles / 3.2 km
Explore the establishing woodland at Aird a’ Mhulaidh. Learn to identify the different species that are native to the island and appreciate the developing Harris habitats from our new observatory in the trees.
Meet: 10am Bogha Glas Carpark (NB 186 115) Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km
The famous North Harris Eagle Walk. The North Harris Hills support one of the highest densities of golden eagles in Europe and the open landscape affords superb opportunities for viewing this iconic predator. We record a 95% sighting success rate. This walk is run in partnership with RSPB Scotland.
£10 for adults, Half price for children, RSPB and North Harris Trust members.
Booking Essential – Limited Spaces Available – Max Group Booking 6. To book please e-mail: info@north-harris.org
Giolabhal-Sgaoth Horseshoe
Meet: 10am Ceann an Ora Layby ( NB 137 034) Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.9 km
North Harris’ spectacular landscape is best appreciated from the top of one of the rugged mountain ridges that rise between the glens. A decent standard of fitness, walking boots, waterproofs, warm clothes and lunch essential.
Meet: Hushinish Gateway 11am (NA 992 121) Distance: 1 – 5 miles / 1 – 8.1 km
This varied walk explores the fascinating machair grassland, white sandy beaches and marine wildlife. The walk will be tailored to the desires and ability of the group on the day.
Meet: 10am Outend Carpark, Isle of Scalpay (NG 233 951) Distance: 2.7 miles / 4.3 km
Eilean Glas lighthouse is one of the best places in Scotland to observe a wide range of whale and dolphin species from the shore. These amazing animals are abundant during the summer and as long as the sea state isn’t too rough, sightings are very likely. This is an easy walk to the lighthouse on mostly well surfaced paths. The walk also offers good opportunities to observe sea eagles, otters and seals.
Meet: Hushinish Gateway 11am (NA 992 121) Distance: 1 – 5 miles / 1 – 8.1 km
This varied walk explores the fascinating machair grassland, white sandy beaches and marine wildlife. The walk will be tailored to the desires and ability of the group on the day.
Meet: Ardvourlie Carpark (NB 187105) Distance: 2 miles / 3.2 km
Explore the establishing woodland at Aird a’ Mhulaidh. Learn to identify the different species that are native to the island and appreciate the developing Harris habitats from our new observatory in the trees.
Meet: 10am Bogha Glas Carpark (NB 186 115) Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km
The famous North Harris Eagle Walk. The North Harris Hills support one of the highest densities of golden eagles in Europe and the open landscape affords superb opportunities for viewing this iconic predator. We record a 95% sighting success rate. This walk is run in partnership with RSPB Scotland.
£10 for adults, Half price for children, RSPB and North Harris Trust members.
Booking Essential – Limited Spaces Available – Max Group Booking 6. To book please e-mail: info@north-harris.org