Skye Scrambling
The Black Cuillin of Skye is a scramblers paradise. Stunning views, quality rock and the UK’s most famous ridge traverse.
Over five days you will be guided over some of the most iconic mountain scrambling terrain in the UK – the Skye Munros. Under our expert and careful guidance, your scrambling skills and confidence will develop as you progress. The legendary Munros of Sgurr Dearg and its Innaccessible Pinnacle and Basteir Tooth are very achievable. Weather depending, we aim to complete all of the Cuillin Munros in the week.
Who is it for ?
This five day Skye Scrambling adventure is for very confident hillwalkers or accomplished scramblers with plenty of previous experience at grade 1 and a good head for heights.
Skye Scrambling – Course Format
The exact course itinerary is flexible but, we guarantee you won’t be spending much time with your hands in your pockets.
We meet on the first day in Portree and after a quick kit check / issue we head out.
With 11 Munros and dozens of ways up them, we select the mountains and routes according to the weather conditions and energy and skill levels. We can’t guarantee the weather when you stand on top of the Inn Pinn – it is called the “Misty Isle” for a reason, but we can guarantee it will be memorable!
Over the five days we have a good chance of summiting all of the Cuillin Munros with a little bit of wiggle room for poor weather.
For those who want to attempt the full traverse non stop, this is offered as a bespoke booking. Please contact the office to discuss your requirements.
Course Details
- Location: Eryri (Snowdonia)
- Cost: £235 per person
- Duration: 2 days
- Ratio: 1:2
- Level: Intermediate
More Information
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Course Dates
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Bespoke Dates and Locations
If there are two or more of you that want the challenge and exhilaration of scrambling on Skye, but there are no suitable dates available or you would prefer to Scramble of Grade 2 and Grade 3 routes in the Lake District or Wales, Please contact the office and we will arrange some dates to suit your diary.
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Meeting Point
The course will meet on the first day in Portree.
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Equipment Required
A detailed equipment list is contained in the joining instructions. Essentially, you need to be self sufficient for long days in the mountains. We can provide all the necessary technical equipment.
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Fitness Level
You don’t have to be super fit to enjoy this course, but a high level of mountain fitness is required to keep going for five days. Remember you start from sea level each day.
Probably the biggest requirement, is a reasonable head for heights.
There is lots contained in the joining instructions to help you prepare and get the most out of the course.
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Accommodation Options
This Beyond the Edge course is non-residential to allow you to select between thermarest or 5 star hotel as you require. There are lots of accommodation options on Skye from luxurious 5 star Spa hotels to campsites and everything in between.
If you want a hand booking something or want something special, contact the office and we will endeavour to assist.
FAQs
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How do I book ?
The best way is via this webpage. Choose the date from the options above and then submit your booking and pay.
For bespoke events get in touch first so we can check diaries and if required give you a quote. Get in touch by either calling the office on 01142 631 155 or emailing us.
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Does the course include accommodation ?
Not usually! We prefer to let you choose where you will be most comfortable. This may be in a tent or in a luxury hotel.
See the Accommodation options tab above for more details.
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Children, Parking, Dogs, COVID and everything else...
You will find all of the most frequently asked questions and their answers on our FAQ webpage.
