WILD1
Head out to sea in our state of the art RHIB, Wild1, with Captain Montgomery at the helm and experience the speed and thrill of this amazing trip out through the Kyle of Tongue, see the white sandy beaches of Rabbit island and around Whiten Head, a towering white headland on the North coast of Sutherland between Loch Eriboll and Tongue bay. Rising steeply from the sea to heights of 935ft and its base is hollowed out by the waves forming a multitude of remarkable caverns.
Dry suits provided. POA for a four hour excursion for up to twelve guests (longer trips can be arranged in advance).
MUNRO
BAGGING
Ben Hope is Scotland’s most northerly ‘Munro’ (a mountain in Scotland with a height over 3,000 feet. Our expert guide is on hand to lead you for a day’s trek in this most wild of landscapes - an experience of endurance that stays with you for a lifetime. A packed lunch is provided. Available for a minimum of two guests from April to October. £120 per person.
Trout
Dapping
Head out by Argo cat on Loyal Estate to the hill lochs for a fishing experience for all abilities. Trout dapping in Sutherland is ideal for anyone who wants to catch their first fish as they are abundant in these hill lochs - great fun and addictive. Smoke your trout for lunch – they are delicious! Trout dapping is available for up to four guests and a minimum of two guests. £80 per person per day.
BOTHY
LUNCH
Hike, bike, or by 4x4 out to Kinloch’s remote mountain bothy and be presented with a stunning lunch for you and your group in front of the open fire. Relax and enjoy the vast vista of hill and moor all to yourselves! This is truly Scotland’s most remote dining experience. Please contact us to arrange a quote.
COUNTRY
PURSUITS
Kinloch does offer an array of traditional country pursuits on a limited availability to experienced sportspeople. Please contact our team directly to discuss our current options.
INCLUDED
IN YOUR STAY
GAMES BOTHY
Replete with board games, comfy sofas, a big TV and billiards, the games bothy is a great wee nook for rainy afternoons or a late night decampment. Ideal for kids and kids-at-heart alike.
sauna yurt
Tucked away among the trees on the banks of the River Kinloch (where you can venture for a cold dip afterwards), the sauna yurt is a sure way to unwind after a day exploring the landscape.
bikes
We are pleased to provide a few mountain bikes for you to use throughout your stay, a perfect way to explore everything the north coast has to offer.
things to
see and do
lotte
glob studio
An internationally acclaimed ceramicist with a wild ‘sculpture croft’ and studio based in Laid, Loch Erribol.
tongue
shop
Our local little village shop, license and post office with all the necessities.
castle
of mey
The previous home of the Queen Mother, her lasting legacy to the country. Open May – September
smoo
caves
A dramatic sea cave set into the limestone cliffs which can be explored by boat or by foot.
Cocoa
Mountain
Arguably the best hot chocolate you may ever have as well as handmade chocolate bars – worth a treat.
RSPB
Reserve
Get away from it all in this amazing, rugged peatland landscape, which is now a candidate for UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
SKINNET
BEACH
Skinnet is a small crofting community near Tongue. The beach is stunning with views of Rabbit island – it would not be unusual to be the only people there.
a day trip
to orkney
A bit of an early start but a very interesting adventure. Historical and architectural delights Available from May – September.
STRATHNAVER
MUSEUM
Discover the vibrant culture, inherited from Norse and Gaelic ancestors. Open April – October or by appointment
DUNNET
HEAD
At 58 degrees North, the most northerly point of the mainland in Great Britain and a previous WW1 Radar station.