{"id":443,"date":"2025-05-26T20:35:56","date_gmt":"2025-05-26T20:35:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.braceducation.org\/?p=443"},"modified":"2025-06-10T15:29:27","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T15:29:27","slug":"a-scottish-sojourn-venture-to-scotlands-wild-highlands-and-islands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.braceducation.org\/index.php\/2025\/05\/26\/a-scottish-sojourn-venture-to-scotlands-wild-highlands-and-islands\/","title":{"rendered":"A Scottish Sojourn: Venture to Scotland\u2019s Wild Highlands and Islands"},"content":{"rendered":"

While Scotland has long been known for its culture-rich cities and castle-crowned crags, it is also one of Europe’s last great wildernesses. At almost every turn is a vista that will stop you in your tracks\u2014so keep your camera close at hand!<\/p>\n

Throughout this epic land, we’ll pass panoramas of glimmering lakes, heather-clad hills, open moorlands and cinematic skies. For travelers seeking an exclusive adventure,\u00a0Scotland\u00a0<\/a>offers a secluded sojourn in nature.<\/p>\n

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In the Highlands, we’ll traverse spectacular cliff tops and canoe through glacier-carved glens steeped in history and legend. Wander deserted beaches in the remote Outer Hebrides, a string of 119 islands lying off the northwest coast of Scotland, and visit the Callanish Standing Stones<\/strong><\/a>, an ancient Bronze Age site.<\/p>\n

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Seilebost on the Isle of Harris in the Western Isles of Scotland<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Aside from the Scottish scenery, wildlife encounters abound<\/strong><\/a>. Witness bottlenose dolphins, seals and whales patrolling the coastline during a chartered cruise along the Knoydart Peninsula. Squadrons of seabirds soar above huge nesting colonies on another private boat excursion to the Shiant Isles<\/a>. Walk through woodlands where red deer roam, and paddle the gentle Loch Beinn a’ Mheadhoin within the Glen Affric Nature Reserve, home to ancient native Caledonian pinewoods and elusive pine marten, along with golden eagles and osprey, which we may spot flying overhead. And be sure to keep an eye out for the legendary monster, Nessie, as we skirt Loch Ness.<\/p>\n

> Read: Celtic Animism: How Mythology Can Make You a More Attentive Traveler<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

The\u00a0Isle of Skye, meaning ‘cloud island,’ takes its name from a Viking reference to the mist-shrouded Cuillins Mountains. Journey past a beguiling mix of jagged peaks, towering sea cliffs and wildflowers bursting forth on the machair, a verdant plain atop the sand.<\/p>\n

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The Fairy Pools of the Isle of Skye<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Experience the Stark Beauty of Scotland<\/h2>\n

As a nature traveler, you\u2019re ready to explore beyond the castles, tearooms and tartan shops\u2014and we’re prepared to take you there! Our exclusive adventure immerses you in Scotland’s wildest places, from mist-clad Highlands to windswept islands. After days of discovery, you’ll be ready to take a dram of whiskey by the crackling fire of a cozy pub.<\/p>\n

Get a preview of all that\u2019s in store on Nat Hab\u2019s adventure to Scotland\u2019s Wild Highlands & Islands<\/strong><\/a> with Expedition Leader Warwick Lister-Kaye<\/a>, who shares all the details of our Scottish nature expedition, including wildlife highlights, nature activities, conservation projects, where we stay, what to pack, and more:<\/p>\n

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