A Wilder Scotland
Scotland
This is a journey to celebrate local and community efforts to restore Scotland’s woodlands, wildlife and marine habitats. From the banks of Loch Linnhe, learn from the methods of Scottish rewilding estates, peatland and woodland regeneration sites and a pioneering marine project just what it is required to return Scotland to its former wilderness.
ENQUIRE FOR AVAILABILITY
£3,824 per person
EXPERIENCE
Peatland and woodland restoration site visits
River Nevis hike with local ecologist
Tree planting
Engagement with Seawilding’s marine restoration project
Riverwoods screening
Whiskey tasting
Wildlife viewing boat charter
INCLUDED
Full board accommodation at Creag Mhor Lodge
Expert guiding & personal hosting throughout
Memorable meals including fresh venison BBQs and lunch at the remotest restaurant in the UK
Behind the scenes access to Corrour Estate, Arkaig Community Forest & Seawilding’s rewilding and restoration projects
Transfers and meals
DETAILS
4 nights
£3,824 per person
Arrive to Inverness Airport or Creag Mhor Lodge
Exclusive takeover of Creag Mhor Lodge Lodge – up to 8 guests in twin/double rooms
20% Impact Pledge donation to Scotland Big Picture’s Riverwoods Project
WHAT TO EXPECT
All-inclusive. Excludes international flights.
CONSERVATION IMPACT
Over many centuries, the loss of Scotland’s natural woodlands and much of the wildlife that shaped them has profoundly changed the rivers. Not so long ago, huge runs of Atlantic salmon returned each year from the sea, finding their way into the cool, tree-lined headwaters of Scotland’s rivers. Having spawned the next generation, many of their numbers then died, providing fuel for the surrounding ecosystems.
Today, many of the same rivers flow through bare, treeless landscapes, the legacy of centuries of burning, felling and overgrazing. Without the shade and nutrients provided by trees, rising water temperatures are impacting Scotland’s salmon, a species which is now threatened like never before.
SCOTLAND: The Big Picture is part of a partnership of organisations committed to creating a network of thriving riverbank woodlands and healthy river systems across Scotland, so as to protect and restore Salmon populations. Scotland’s Atlantic salmon – the King of Fish – is not only the ultimate angler’s prize, but also a key building block in a complex forest ecosystem.
YOUR HOSTS
MEET YOUR HOSTS:
Peter Cairns
Stef Lauer
Stef grew up in Germany and moved to Scotland nearly 20 years ago. She’s lived all over Scotland, from the Orkney Islands to Edinburgh and is now calling the Cairngorms home, where the landscape makes sense to her and is often friend, cure and revelation. Stef’s career incorporates hospitality management, nature-based tourism, guiding, training and outdoor education. She is now the Rewilding Training Lead at SCOTLAND: The Big Picture and connecting people and place is central to all of her work.
Sarah Watts
Philip Price
Philip Price is an award-winning professional wildlife photographer and tour guide who has worked for 16 years on the west coast of Scotland. In 2018, Philip helped set up a coastal community group called Cromach (Craignish Restoration of Marine and Coastal Habitat) which gave the local community a voice in how to look after their marine environment. That quickly progressed to the charity, Seawilding, being set up, which Philip now works for. His role is split between active habitat rewilding and communications: education, photography and filmmaking.
A GLOBALLY UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE
ON CONSERVATION IN ACTION
Frequently Asked Questions:
Journey to Scotland
What is the climate like in Scotland in May?
Can you organise an extension to this Hosted Journey?
Absolutely! We would be delighted to put together a bespoke itinerary for you should you wish to extend your stay in Scotland or visit another country before or after this journey. Whether you would like to go on a culinary experience in Edinburgh or bag munros along the west coast isles, simply get in touch with Lara (lara.webster@stg-journeyswithpurposeorg-staging.kinsta.cloud) to start curating your bespoke itinerary.
What kind of activities will we be doing?
Spend your days exploring a variety of Scotland's habitats, from the valleys surrounding River Nevis to the seagrass beds lining Ardfern's coastline. Visiting community forest projects, peatland and reforestation sites and a pioneering marine initiative, your days will include conservation learning alongside yoga, whiskey tastings, informative film screenings and hearty venison BBQs.
Where will we be staying?
The journey includes an exclusive takeover of Creag Mhor Lodge where you will sleep for the duration of your stay. Most activities will happen out and about, on Scotland's shorelines and in the neighbouring valleys and glens - but comfortable beds and nourishing meals will await you at the lodge after your rejuvenating exploration.
What happens after I book?
Once you have booked your trip the journey begins! Prior to departure, our team will share your personalised itinerary via the Safari Portal App which will contain all of the information about your journey. We will share reading and watching recommendations and updates from the field, so that you can begin your learning journey from home. In the days prior to your trip, you will be connected with your hosts and fellow guests on a whatsapp group as the excitement builds! The JWP team will be on hand in the lead up to and during your journey to assist with any questions you may have.
What is the best international airport to arrive at and depart from?
International flights are not included and are to be booked separately. The best airport for you to arrive at and depart from is Inverness Airport. Airport transfers will be arranged on your behalf for this booking.
Who looks after us during our journey?
You will be joined on this journey by a JWP host. They will be on hand to assist with any questions or requests prior to or during your journey.
Can this journey be organised for a private group?
This journey to Scotland from 8th - 12th May 2025 and has been optimally designed for a private group - to bring together a small group of curious friends or colleagues who want to explore important threads of nature conservation across Scotland's highlands and coastlines, and learn about the nation’s holistic intent to protect and restore. However, if you are unable to join the journey in May or would like to organise a transformative impact experience in Scotland (or elsewhere) with a private group, our Journey Planners would be delighted to organise this for you. Please reach out to the JWP team on connect@stg-journeyswithpurposeorg-staging.kinsta.cloud to begin creating your unique impact journey.
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