The Skye Trail offers a remote hiking experience across the Isle of Skye, taking in everything from cliff-top paths to glacially carved ridgelines. Over seven days, you'll cross dramatic, often pathless terrain, led by a qualified Mountain Leader and supported with logistics, food, and accommodation throughout.
Saturday – Arrival and Introductory Hike
After collection in Inverness, the group travels west to Skye and enjoys a short hike to Rubha Hunish, the island’s most northerly point. This first night will be spent wild camping by the coast, with an initial taste of the landscape and solitude that define the route.
Sunday – Rubha Hunish to Flodigarry (16km)
The trail begins along dramatic sea cliffs and coastal paths, a rugged and scenic introduction to Skye’s eastern edge. With no clear paths and occasional scrambles, this section sets the tone for the challenge ahead. Wild camping awaits near Flodigarry.
Monday – Flodigarry to The Storr (22km)
One of the most demanding yet visually rewarding days, this stage climbs through the Quiraing before continuing along the length of the Trotternish Ridge. Expect narrow ridgelines, dramatic views, and tough underfoot conditions. Camp is set in a wild spot beneath the Storr.
Tuesday – Trotternish Ridge to Portree (17km)
An easier stage, descending from the ridgeline and following scenic cliff-top tracks toward the capital town of Portree. There’s time to restock and relax, with a night in a local hostel and the first chance for a hot shower and a meal in a pub.
Wednesday – Rest Day and Optional Excursions
You can choose to walk stage 4 or take it easy, travelling by minibus to visit highlights like the Fairy Pools, Talisker Distillery, or viewpoints under the Black Cuillin. The day ends at a bunkhouse beside a sea loch and next to a favourite local pub for dinner.
Thursday – Cuillin Foothills to Elgol (14km)
Back on the trail, this stage passes under the jagged Cuillin mountains. The route may include a night of beach camping or continue along a dramatic cliff-side path to Elgol. Views back across the water and into the mountains are unforgettable.
Friday – Elgol to Torrin (17km)
This more relaxed day winds toward Torrin, offering views over the Sleat peninsula and small isles. Depending on conditions, the night’s camp could be on a summit with wide sea views, or beside a quiet beach often frequented by seals.
Saturday – Torrin to Broadford (18km)
The final stretch passes historic cleared villages and follows the Marble Line into Broadford. On arrival, you’ll check into your final accommodation and celebrate completing the trail with a group meal and drinks (not included in the price).
Sunday – Departure
A relaxed start followed by the return drive to Inverness. Expect to arrive back by early afternoon for drop-off at the station or airport.
The Skye Trail stretches across the entire Isle of Skye, starting at Rubha Hunish in the far north and ending in Broadford on the southern coast. The terrain varies from remote beaches to ridgelines above deep glens, and there’s little in the way of marked paths. The Isle of Skye is located off Scotland’s west coast and is known for its complex geology, historic ruins, and sparse human presence in many areas.
Meeting and drop-off takes place in Inverness, with private transport arranged to and from the island. The drive to Skye offers a scenic preview of the Highlands, and you’ll be well clear of busy roads and towns by the time the hiking begins.
Accommodation varies between wild camping and bunkhouses or hostels, depending on the night. Tents are provided and carried as part of the group kit during the wilder sections of the trail. Wild camps are chosen based on weather and location, with a focus on safety, remoteness, and access to water.
More comfortable bunkhouse or hostel accommodation is used at key points, particularly in Portree and during the rest day mid-week. These allow for drying kit, proper meals, and a good rest before tackling the second half of the hike. A final night indoors in Broadford rounds off the trip before returning to Inverness.
This is a physically demanding week-long hike with sections of rough, pathless terrain and variable weather. Participants should have a good level of fitness, experience of walking consecutive days with a backpack, and a willingness to face remote conditions. While you will be supported by a qualified leader and logistics team, there are long stretches without access to facilities, so resilience and adaptability are key.
No technical climbing or scrambling experience is required, but the ability to handle exposed sections, uneven terrain, and basic wild camping routines is important. Weather conditions can shift quickly, and the trail includes several long days between resupply points.
This adventure provider makes the wildest parts of the UK accessible without the need for long-haul flights or extended time off work. With logistics starting and ending in Inverness, and all food, camping, and accommodation arranged, it’s a straightforward way to complete one of the most scenic trails in Britain without the usual hassle of self-planning.
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