Isle of Rùm Hiking Expedition with Peak Adventures

Escape the Everyday. Conquer the Wild on the Isle of Rùm.

Leave behind the noise, the screens, and the daily grind — and step into a world where jagged ridges cut across the sky, red deer roam freely, and star-filled skies light up the night. The Isle of Rùm is Scotland at its wildest: raw, remote, and breathtakingly beautiful.

Over five unforgettable days, Peak Adventures will guide you across rugged peaks, hidden glens, and windswept coastlines on a multi-day hiking trip in Scotland. This isn’t just a hike — it’s a true wilderness expedition where you’ll disconnect, recharge, and discover what adventure really feels like.

Highlights of Your Isle of Rùm Adventure

• Traverse the Rùm Cuillin Ridge: summit six peaks, including Askival (812m), the island’s highest point.

• Wild camping in Scotland: three nights under the stars in solo tents (supplied), waking up to nothing but wilderness around you.

• Final night at Kinloch: camp on the small but scenic site overlooking the sea, with the option (subject to availability) to upgrade to a night in the island’s cosy hostel.

• Immersive wilderness experience: explore deserted settlements like Papadil, swim in rivers and the sea, and enjoy some of the clearest night skies in Scotland’s first International Dark Sky Sanctuary.

• Unspoiled landscapes: rugged coastlines, moorland, and panoramic mountain views across the Western Isles.

What’s Included

• Qualified Mountain Leaders, first aid trained and experienced in Scotland’s wild terrain

• Expedition equipment: solo tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag, stove

• All meals provided: dehydrated high-calorie expedition food (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

• Return ferry from Mallaig to Rùm

• Small groups — maximum 6 people for a personal, tailored adventure

What’s Not Included

• Travel to and from Mallaig (the trip start/finish point)

• Personal hiking clothing and footwear (boots, waterproofs, warm layers)

• Personal kit such as headtorch, water bottles, dry bags, toiletries

• Travel insurance (recommended)

• Optional upgrade to Kinloch Hostel on the final night (subject to availability)

• Any additional snacks or drinks outside the provided expedition food

Who This Trip is For

This guided Isle of Rùm trek is ideal for:

• Hikers with a good level of fitness and some experience in multi-day walking trips.

• Adventurers who thrive off the beaten path, seeking rugged landscapes and wild beauty.

• Anyone looking to disconnect — no shops, no traffic, just vast open wilderness.

Practical Information

• Start/Finish: Mallaig (ferry to Rùm)

• Trip Length: 5 days / 4 nights

• Accommodation:

  • 3 nights wild camping in remote locations

  • 1 night on the Kinloch campsite (basic facilities, stunning sea views)

  • Optional upgrade (subject to availability): final night in the Kinloch hostel for extra comfort

• What to Bring: Dry bags, sturdy walking boots, waterproofs, and personal clothing/essentials

• Equipment List: Download the full kit list here → Peak Adventures Kit List (PDF)

• FAQs: Got questions? Check our dedicated Wild Camping FAQs

• Weather: Expect the unexpected — sun, wind, and rain are all part of the adventure.

Why Choose Peak Adventures?

• Qualified Mountain Leaders with first aid training for peace of mind

• Sustainable, eco-friendly expeditions with Leave No Trace ethics

• Expert local knowledge for a safe, memorable adventure

• Intimate group size (max 6) ensures a more personal, connected experience

Book Your Isle of Rùm Hiking Trip

Spaces are limited to just 6 adventurers per trip. Secure your place on this Scottish wilderness adventure today and prepare to stand on top of Askival with nothing but sky above you.