The Buachaille: Summit one of the most iconic mountains in the UK while ticking off 2 Munros and enjoying stunning views out over Rannoch Moor.
Route: The Buachaille
Mountain: Stob Dearg (definition: red peak) and Stob na Broige (definition: peak of the shoe)
Stars: ***
Grade/Difficulty: Grade 0 (no scrambling / difficult walking)
Time: 7/9 hours
Distance: 13km / 8 miles
Ascent: 1100m / 3600ft
Mountain: Stob Dearg (definition: red peak) and Stob na Broige (definition: peak of the shoe)
Stars: ***
Grade/Difficulty: Grade 0 (no scrambling / difficult walking)
Time: 7/9 hours
Distance: 13km / 8 miles
Ascent: 1100m / 3600ft
Starting from Altnafeadh a good path leads past Lagangarbh hut and into Coire na Tulaich. As height is gained the path steepens and it is a welcome relief to eventually reach the top of the coire and climb up onto the ridge. Turning left leads to the high point of the day - Stob Dearg. After re-tracing steps for a short way, the ridge continues roughly south westerly and crosses the subsidiary tops of Stob na Doire and Stob Coire Altruim. The second Munro of Stob na Broige lies at the end of the ridge. The route returns along the ridge before descending to the north into Coire Altruim. The descent is steep at times but once Lairig Gartain is reached a well-constructed path leads back to Altnafeadh.
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"The Buachaille Etive Mor, and in particular it's highest peak Stob Dearg, is one of the grandest and best-known mountains in Scotland, standing as it does in isolation and rising abruptly above the north-west corner of Rannoch Moor. The great walls, gullies and buttresses of Stob Dearg give that peak a decided air of impregnability, at least as far as the hill walker is concerned."
The Munros, Scottish Mountaineering Club Hillwalkers' Guide
The Wee Buachaille: As home to 2 of the easier Munros, and with it's position near the top of Glen Coe, the Wee Buachaille offers a fantastic introduction to Scottish hill walking.
Route: The Wee Buachaille
Mountain: Stob Coire Raineach (definition: peak of the coire of bracken) and Stob Dubh (definition: black peak)
Stars: ***
Grade/Difficulty: Grade 0 (no scrambling / hard walking)
Time: 5/6 hours
Distance: 8km / 5 miles
Ascent: 900m / 3000ft
Mountain: Stob Coire Raineach (definition: peak of the coire of bracken) and Stob Dubh (definition: black peak)
Stars: ***
Grade/Difficulty: Grade 0 (no scrambling / hard walking)
Time: 5/6 hours
Distance: 8km / 5 miles
Ascent: 900m / 3000ft
From just above the Meeting of the Three Waters a path leads into Lairg Eilde before turning left to head steeply uphill. After a steady climb the gradient begins to ease before it eventually flattens as the bealach is reached. Turning right the path climbs again until it reaches the long, flat ridge which is followed to gain the summit of Stob Dubh. Continuing over the summit a short way offers spectacular views down to Loch Etive. The route returns the same way to the bealach before a short climb to the second Munro of Stob Coire Raineach. The descent is by the same path back down to the car park.
"The Buachaille Etive Beag is in size and character the small brother of the Buachaille Etive Mor, and it has many similarities. Only when seen from Glen Etive does the Buachaille Etive Beag match it's big brother in height and appearance"
The Munros, Scottish Mountaineering Club Hillwalkers' Guide
Cost
SUMMER:
1 Person: £260
2 People: £320 (£160 per person)
3 People: £360 (£120 per person)
4 People: £400 (£100 per person)
WINTER:
1 Person: £295
2 People: £375 (£187.50 per person)
Prices are per day. For larger groups please enquire and we will be able to quote for your specific requirements.
1 Person: £260
2 People: £320 (£160 per person)
3 People: £360 (£120 per person)
4 People: £400 (£100 per person)
WINTER:
1 Person: £295
2 People: £375 (£187.50 per person)
Prices are per day. For larger groups please enquire and we will be able to quote for your specific requirements.
equipment
We will provide a helmet for each day. If you are not used to this technical equipment your guide will ensure it is used in the correct manner. They will also assess the groups abilities and the prevailing weather and chose the appropriate route for the day. We are here to make your experience as safe and fun as possible.
Please see the Kit List for a comprehensive list of what you will need to bring.
Please see the Kit List for a comprehensive list of what you will need to bring.
whats included
Fully qualified, insured and experienced Mountain Leader/Instructor/Guide
Helmet for the duration of the course
Safety brief
Action photos
£10 per guided day donated to Nevis Landscape Partnership
Kit list
You will have to organise accommodation, food, personal equipment and insurance.
For larger groups we can arrange extra guides at a corresponding cost.
Helmet for the duration of the course
Safety brief
Action photos
£10 per guided day donated to Nevis Landscape Partnership
Kit list
You will have to organise accommodation, food, personal equipment and insurance.
For larger groups we can arrange extra guides at a corresponding cost.
timing and meeting
You will meet your leader/instructor/guide on the morning of your start date. Your leader/instructor/guide will be in contact the week before your start date to discuss final arrangements and the prevailing weather conditions.
