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Adventures with us

Monica Shaw is a qualified Mountain Leader and together with Mark provides private hiking, wild camping and outdoor cooking experiences in and around the Highlands of Scotland. Our experiences are small and personal, up to three people in a group. Trips are led by me, Monica Shaw, a summer Mountain Leader, qualified first aider, and an all around open-minded and enthusiastic person who loves the outdoors and experiencing nature with likeminded people.

Here’s just a sampler of the types of trips we can do, but if you have an idea of your own, feel free to get in touch!

  • Guided hikes in the western highlands of Scotland
  • Wild camping excursions and multi-day treks
  • Foraging walks during spring, summer, and autumn
  • Outdoor camping and cooking experiences
  • Navigation courses and ML training

Our trips are for everyone. Whether you’re an experienced hillwalker or a total newbie, we can work with you to create an amazing experience in nature that you’ll never forget.

day hikes in scotland

Guided Hikes

Discover the iconic hills of Assynt and North West Scotland These small-group tailor-made guided hikes are for anyone who’s wanted to ascend the hills of North West Scotland with a knowledgable …

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Wild Camping

Wild camping is what first inspired Eat Sleep Wild many years ago, when it began as a blog where I wrote about my wild camping trips around the UK. I’ve now amassed over 100 nights spent in a tent, …

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Backpacking

We think the best way to see Scotland is on foot over the course of several days when you can really immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of Scotland’s wilderness. Our trips are tailored to …

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Hills skills & Navigation

Learn navigation skills at your pace with Monica, an experienced Mountain Leader and educator who loves helping others gain confidence in the outdoors. Learning to navigate competently in the hills is …

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Book Your Northwest Scotland Stay

Click on the button below to inquire about booking – please include your desired dates and any extra experiences you’d like to add on (thought this is not required!). We look forward to helping you craft an outstanding and mindful Scotland adventure that you’ll never forget!

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Astronomy.scot – Our sister site devoted to our astro nights and all things Scotland astronomy!

SmarterFitter.com – My blog where I write about everything else, particularly healthy recipes and freelance life!

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Hiking, camping, & cooking in wild places across the UK, inspiring delicious, sustainable adventures. Mountain leader based in the Scottish Highlands! Ever in pursuit of being closer to nature.

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