Wild Harris

Wild Harris

We provide quality, personal, bespoke experiences in nature. Harris has a tiny population and we are a tiny business, aiming to have a positive impact on our beautiful island surroundings and culture.

Choose a service to schedule

Sea Kayaking and Snorkelling

Sea kayak half day - £55 per person
Single supplement of £45 applies
We choose our locations based on wind and swell direction on the day, so cannot promise in advance that we will paddle in any given location. At all our locations you will experience beautiful scenery and a feeling of remoteness. Wildlife is ever-present and the water is clear and full of life.
Sea Kayak full day - £80 per person
Single supplement of £60 applies
Is this for you?? A full day is not recommended for complete beginners unless you are fit and flexible. Sea kayaking is strenuous and some people find the posture tiring. Beginners will be given some basic coaching in a very sheltered location before embarking on a short journey with rest stops.

More experienced kayakers are likely to be exposed to choppier conditions and a longer journey, although there will still be rest stops and opportunities to beach and stretch the legs.

We choose our locations based on wind and swell direction on the day, so cannot promise in advance that we will paddle in any given location. At all our locations you will experience beautiful scenery and a feeling of remoteness. Wildlife is ever-present and the water is clear and full of life.
Snorkelling - £75 per person
Charge is for up to 2 people. Additional participants will be charged at £30 each to a maximum of 5 participants.
Sea Kayak/snorkel safari available July/Aug - £90 per person
There is a single supplement of £20, so a 1:1 session would be £110
Sea kayak full day with snorkelling available July/Aug - £110 per person
Single supplement of £50 applies
Max number in group:4
Pot Luck Adventure Half Day - £50 per person
Take your chances and let US decide which is the best activity for the weather conditions on your day! We will sea kayak if possible, but if not we will choose from snorkelling, a wildlife or archaeology walk, a mountain bike taster or a bush craft/foraging experience. Booking this activity helps Wild Harris survive our windy summers, and is great value for you too.
Pot Luck Adventure Full Day - £80 per person
A full day adventure tailored to exceed your expectations for a day exploring Wild Harris. If the conditions are right for sea kayaking we will make the most of it. Otherwise we will choose from our repertoire to provide a wonderful day immersed in nature for you..
Family Pot Luck Adventure Half Day - £140
Take your chances and let US decide which is the best activity for the weather conditions on your day! We will sea kayak if possible, but if not we will choose from snorkelling, a wildlife or archaeology walk, a mountain bike taster or a bush craft/foraging experience. Booking this activity helps Wild Harris survive our windy summers, and is great value for you too.
Family Pot Luck Adventure Full Day - £200
A full day adventure tailored to exceed your expectations for a day exploring Wild Harris. If the conditions are right for sea kayaking we will make the most of it. Otherwise we will choose from our repertoire to provide a wonderful day immersed in nature for you..

Walking, Scrambling and Biking

Wild Walk (easy) - £50
Up to 4 people can be taken for £50. Additional participants can be included @£25 each
Wild Walk (Medium) - £100
Up to 2 adults included in £100 minimum charge. Additional adults can be taken at £50 each, and children £25 each to a maximum of six participants.
Wild Challenge Hike - £200
Up to 4 adults or a family group of 2 adults and 3 children are included in the charge.
Additional adults can be included at an additional charge of £50 each to a maximum of 6 participants.
Guided Mountain Bike Ride Half Day - £50 (call for appointment)
Single supplement £50
Pot Luck Adventure Half Day - £50 per person
Take your chances and let US decide which is the best activity for the weather conditions on your day! We will sea kayak if possible, but if not we will choose from snorkelling, a wildlife or archaeology walk, a mountain bike taster or a bush craft/foraging experience. Booking this activity helps Wild Harris survive our windy summers, and is great value for you too.
Pot Luck Adventure Full Day - £80 per person
A full day adventure tailored to exceed your expectations for a day exploring Wild Harris. If the conditions are right for sea kayaking we will make the most of it. Otherwise we will choose from our repertoire to provide a wonderful day immersed in nature for you..
Family Pot Luck Adventure Half Day - £140
Take your chances and let US decide which is the best activity for the weather conditions on your day! We will sea kayak if possible, but if not we will choose from snorkelling, a wildlife or archaeology walk, a mountain bike taster or a bush craft/foraging experience. Booking this activity helps Wild Harris survive our windy summers, and is great value for you too.
Family Pot Luck Adventure Full Day - £200
A full day adventure tailored to exceed your expectations for a day exploring Wild Harris. If the conditions are right for sea kayaking we will make the most of it. Otherwise we will choose from our repertoire to provide a wonderful day immersed in nature for you..
Gorge Scramble - £55 per person
A magical journey upstream through crystal clear pools and waterfalls. You will be provided with wetsuit, B.A. and helmet and you will be doing some easy scrambling, swimming and jumping into the water in one of Harris' best kept secret wonderlands.

Group Bookings (Schools and Youth Groups)

Group Loch Kayaking half day (Max 12) - £240
A fantastic fun wet and wild experience for youngsters aged 8-16, which will be tailored for your age group. Maximum of 12 participants. A great way to build water confidence and team working while gaining some basic kayaking skills in a beautiful safe environment.
This activity runs from The Scaladale Centre using their changing facilities and minibus transport. All kit is provided. Children to bring swimming gear and a towel. Timing includes changing and travel to the venue.
Group Snorkelling/Beach Bush craft (Max 12) - £300
Groups of up to 6 young people at a time will learn to snorkel at Huisinis beach with Daryll, meanwhile the others (up to 6) will learn how to forage, make a fire and prepare something warm to eat/drink on the beach with Kate. Groups will then swap over so everyone enjoys both experiences. Max group size 12. Ages 10-16. All kit and transport provided. Children need swimming things, towel and £1 coins for hot showers.
Group Mountain Biking (Max 8) - £250
Groups of up to 8 children aged between 10 and 16 will be introduced to mountain biking on The Scaladale Centre's Whyte hardtail mountain bikes. The Castle Grounds in Stornoway provide a wonderful variety of purpose build trails for all levels from beginner up. Kate and Daryll are both qualified mountain bike leaders with a huge amount of experience teaching children and young people to enjoy cycling in this location. Bikes and all safety equipment will be provided. Children need a small back pack to carry a water bottle, snack bar, and waterproof jacket. Leggings and trainers are suitable attire. Transport provided to and from The Scaladale Centre
Bush Craft (Max 12) - £150
Most young people are interested in camping and many will, at some stage as they grow up, give wild camping a try. This experience is designed to teach young people how to look after themselves in nature safely, without harming the environment they are so keen to enjoy. As part of the experience they will build small camp fires for cooking, and learn about different habitats and the wild life of Harris and Lewis. All kit can be provided, but waterproofs and wellies or walking boots are recommended. Group size can be up to 12. Suitable for ages 10-16
Group Orienteering (Max 12) - £150
Groups of up to 12 youngsters will learn about Harris' natural habitat and wildlife from Daryll, whilst engaging with a fun orienteering trail close to The Scaladale Centre. This provides a great introduction to navigation, and can be a fun hobby to take up in its own right, with orienteering events all over Britain to take part in. Max group number 12. Age range 10- 16. Walking boots/wellies and waterproofs are recommended.
Group Gorge Scramble (Max 8) - £240
There must be adults participating within this group who are prepared to take responsibility for the under 18s. Max group size 8. This activity comprises of a wonderful wet journey upstream through a very picturesque river gorge. It involves swimming, jumping in, and easy scrambling. It is a very exciting, yet accessible activity suitable for ages 8-adult. Wetsuits, helmets, buoyancy aids are all supplied, as well as minibus transport to and from The Scaladale Centre.
Group Half Day Hill Walk (Max 6) - £120
There must be adults participating within this group who are prepared to take responsibility for the under 18s. A few of the Harris hills, such as the wonderful Todun, close to Scaladale, are like mini mountains and can be climbed easily in half a day. They offer many of the thrills of a 'real' mountain, such as amazing views, eagles and easy scrambling, without the physical commitment of a big day in the hills. Groups will need to wear waterproof walking boots and bring a small rucksack containing snacks, spare layers, hats, gloves and water and waterproof jacket and trousers.
Group Half Day Hill Walk (Max 12) - £240
There must be adults participating within this group who are prepared to take responsibility for the under 18s. A few of the Harris hills, such as the wonderful Todun, close to Scaladale, are like mini mountains and can be climbed easily in half a day. They offer many of the thrills of a 'real' mountain, such as amazing views, eagles and easy scrambling, without the physical commitment of a big day in the hills. Groups will need to wear waterproof walking boots and bring a small rucksack containing snacks, spare layers, hats, gloves and water and waterproof jacket and trousers.
Group full day walk (Max 8) - £350
There must be adults participating within this group who are prepared to take responsibility for the under 18s. Even the tallest hills in Harris can be explored in a day, and it is a truly rewarding experience to reach the summit of a craggy remote Harris peak, or trek to a remote beach along a steep mountain path. You will encounter eagles, deer, mountain hare, and incredible scenery. You will be guided by a fully qualified Mountain Leader and an additional experienced assistant. You will need to be equipped with waterproof walking boots, waterproof trousers and jacket, spare layers, gloves, hat, water, and packed lunch!
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