100km Canoe Expedition Across Scotland

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Luke is a legend

This was an amazing trip from start to finish. The scenery was stunning, the paddling was tiring but not too tough, it was great to be active every day. The small group size is perfect, and our guide Luke was brilliant and really made the trip. We were well looked after, on and off the water - the food surpassed all my expectations - I was not expecting three course meals on a wild camping trip, but it was delicious and we were well fed :-) Can't recommend this trip highly enough, would gladly do it again!

Profoundly beautiful. I cannot begin to tell you how much this trip was worth it.

My group was varied personalities and really lovely. I was so nervous, as a first-time solo female traveller, but everyone I met in Inverness was kind, helpful and friendly. Everyone on the trip is there to enjoy the holiday and canoe. We all fit together naturally and your host really helps to integrate everyone without stress.

Luke our host, is an incredible person, I’ve learnt a lot from him, not only how to canoe and wild camp, but also upon reflection, about life. He is a great chef , good fun, rad historian and such a vibe. 😎

I’ll takeaway so many things from this trip for a lifetime.

There are so many colours and textures which make up the water of a great Loch. Or learning to map constellations sitting by a roaring fire. Sipping coffee and watching the dawn break. Really laughing with once strangers, now friends. Pitching a tent for the first time. Sailing amongst the waves. So many portage experiences. Majestic Rams, otters and dragonflies.

It is a genuine honour and privilege to have been on this trip. I am so glad I took the plunge and went for it, you will not regret it!

This is an excellent trip - well thought out, executed, and enjoyable. There was a manageable amount of paddling each day, with planned stops allowing everyone to feel comfortable. The food was very tasty and varied, with some nice little surprises along the way. Most people’s pre-trip fears seem to be around the toilet provision, but it is absolutely fine, and I would say the main thing to prepare yourself for is the idea you’ll have moist feet and be a bit smelly for a week - which is totally worth it for the experience you will get.

Katy, our guide, was brilliant. Handling two things at once came very naturally to her and she always answered all our questions and helped us with our kit whenever we needed. Everyone in the group ended the trip as good paddlers and more knowledgable about the area thanks to her insights.

Brilliant Trip, well run and organised, the Guide knew the route, and did a fantastic job of pacing us. She was great company, didn't over crowd us with stories, had some good local knowledge to share, only got lost at the end when we were trying to find the carpark.

Food Food was great, with a three-course meals each night, and they dealt with my dietary requirements well. Moist Cake, plenty of snacks, and wine with dinner.

Toilet Situation You'll encounter one propper toilet per day, then it's a "loo with a view" it works well.

Things you need to know

• You'll only be sharing a tent if you specifically ask for it. Tents are a bit of a faff to put up but they are ok.
• You'll probably be given a set of waterproofs by the company, this is helpful.
• If you are tall, it's less of a muscular challenge than a skeletal one, the canoes with their kit can be cramped.
• Portaging is a complete pain.
• Bring a Camera, the views are incredible.

Extra Kit you need that isn't on the list

• Take something to sit on in camp of an evening, some sort of folding chair.
• Bring some extra padding for the canoe - camp bed foam is perfect for this.

It's a trip of a lifetime, just book it.

Our expedition was amazing!!!! We got very lucky with the weather but the trip would have been amazing regardless - Elliot was an exceptional leader, very trustworthy and kind, and so good at leading the group. He made sure we were safe and had fun every step of the way. The canoeing was great fun, and the scenery was incredible. Wild camping was really fun - beware the midges! - and the food supply was brilliant. Great meals and more than enough snacks to keep you going throughout the day. Such a treat to have a three course meal every evening! The team bonded really well and was a good mix of solo travellers and couples/friends, a real mix of characters who worked together and supported each other really well. I can’t recommend this expedition enough - it’s not the heights of luxury, it’s getting in touch with the real Scotland and experiencing the beautiful nature of it first hand. Biggest shout out ever to Elliot!!!!

Elliot was conscientious, informative, helpful and fun throughout the trip. The organisation was close to faultless and the trip felt fun and safe all the way through. A great trip with a great bunch of like minded people.

A bucket list trip ticked off! Our guide, Lianne, was absolutely fantastic. The care and attention she put into making the trip amazing for everyone was second to none. The meals were delicious and carefully prepared (I am coeliac), and evenings round the campfire with deer strolling through, an ice cold swim in Loch Oich and miles of stunning scenery made for a brilliant canoeing adventure.

This experience was incredible: The route and the wild camps were great... we were able to enjoy 4 sunny days and a day of Scottish rain, were able to sail a bit and went swimming in Loch Oich. Lianne was a outstanding guide, her dinner definitely exceeded my expectations! She The midgenet and my waterproof shoe covers were my favorite accessories for that trip ;)

I traveled solo and met great people - for me it was definitly a bucketlist-experience :)

I had a wonderful time canoeing through the canals and lochs of beautiful Scotland. Amazing scenery and as a novice I got to learn new canoeing skills. Leanne was an excellent guide- friendly, kind and so hard working ( she also makes a delicious salmon pasta !) It was an experience I will not forget.

The scenary is spectacular, so much space and nature. The guide, Luke, looked after us brilliantly, was really helpful and informative and cooked us lots of lovely food. The guy, Scott who collected us at the end went above and beyond dropping us all just where we wanted to be. The kit was good with the canoe sailing a real highlight! The weather was kind to us but bewarned Scotland in August is not particularly warm

Despite the deluge of rain the expedition was extremely enjoyable, made so by the people and the beautiful scenery. I really enjoyed the evenings sat around the fire getting to know my fellow campmates. Our guide Elliott (In Your Element) was an excellent chef and great company, full of local knowledge and rubbish jokes!

If you are considering this trip then my top tip would be to bring the right footwear, wellies are perfect for in the boat, it's what the guides wear for good reason. It is also quite physical as you portage around locks, hard work but a welcome break from paddling.

Overall I would recommend this trip to anyone looking to challenge themselves and meet some amazing people.

Despite some pretty rubbish weather, which meant we were rained off for an entire day, we had a good week in Scotland. Elliott was very kind and lovely; he made a huge effort to ensure everyone was well looked after and happy. The trip was well-organised, and Elliott was able to react to changing conditions in order to keep everyone safe. Food was good, the evening meals were well thought out. Lunch got a little bit repetitive, especially if you're not hugely keen on bread rolls with ham & cheese. It's important to be aware that the portage can be strenuous - and if you have any pre-existing injuries then definitely check that you're able to manage the weight and distance for carrying canoes, equipment etc. For those who are unfit / new to exercise, extra caution should be applied. What you can't control, aside from the weather, is the people in your group. I was lucky to meet some incredibly special individuals, with whom I suspect there will be an ongoing connection.

Excellent experience despite the nasty weather forcing us to take a rest day. Elliott, our guide from In Your Element (subletting), was informative, funny and an overall great host for the week. At all times, he was clearly a hundred steps ahead and knew exactly what to do to ensure we all still had a great time. The food was great and I really appreciated the opportunity to catch a pint in Fort Augustus and in Dores. I can’t wait for the next adventure with Much Better/ In Your Element.

An altogether unforgettable experience!

Thanks to Katy our wonderful guide 😘, for the great meals and inspiring personality!

The opportunity to discover that beautiful part of Scotland with nice people and to learn to use our physical and mental strength😉, out of our comfort zone.

Enjoyed the adventure and the views thoroughly despite the wet weather and midges. The tour organizer was really generous with the menu. The tour guides were fun and high energy.

Would I do it again ...... Absolutely.🙂 Fantastic trip and all-round great experience. Two super team leaders Leanne and Ryan. Totally recommend this 👍

This was a fantastic trip canoeing from Fort William to Inverness along the Caledonian canal, including across Loch Ness (superb fun sailing in the strong gusting wind!!). The weather was a mixed bag as expected , but that just added to the feeling of adventure. Be prepared for midges at the wild camping sites though.

I had a great five days on the canoe expedition and would recommend this trip to all who are interested in getting better views of the Scottish Highlands that many don't see. It was value for money and the guiding, food and accommodation were all great. It was my first time booking this kind of holiday but it won't be my last.

Well what can I say... beautiful sights and a brilliant and diverse bunch of people that joined me on the expedition. Even though the weather was a real challenge at times it was a welcome challenge that really made me feel alive and happy to be part off the expedition.

I can't praise our guide enough, Katy was a real delight. She helped us every step of the way and made me feel safe the hole time. She was also very knowledgeable and entertaining and put us all at ease when we felt a little uneasy.

My only complaint would be the unloading and loading of the gear we were carrying at each loch gate as it was all very heavy and tiring. But we did get the hang of it after a couple of day's.

I'll definitely be doing another expedition in the near future as it was certainly a transformative experience. Thank you much better adventures.

I went solo on this trip and was made so welcome. It was hard work and relaxing. Exciting but ands extremely peaceful. This has to be the best way to see the great Glen's. The guides Leanne and Ryan were fantastic. I felt safe and was so well catered for during the trip. Learned so much on this trip to about the outdoors lifestyle. It was an absolute blast and Leanne knew all the best campsites where you were sheltered and comfortable every evening.

This trip certainly lived up to all the reviews I’d read, and I would urge anyone thinking about whether to sign up to just go for it, you won’t regret it.

This was a tough but rewarding trip through a very pretty part of Scotland with a lovely group of people. In my opinion, it took a while for the group to bond, partly because it rained on the first night and everyone went to bed quite early, but this soon improved on the second night, when we were able to have a campfire.

My highlights were swimming in Loch Oich and sitting around the campfire on the second evening- which was especially welcome as it had rained the day before. The Northern end of Loch Ness on the final day also has some of the nicest scenery of the trip. If you're not used to canoeing or camping without facilities, bring plenty of dry bags and be prepared for it to rain at some point.

Paddling was harder than I expected- be aware that between them, the canoes will contain tents, a fridge, and food in addition to your bags. However, when the wind was strong, we used the sails instead of paddling, which was a welcome break for me but might not be what everyone is expecting.

Thanks so much for such a fun trip! A great way to see the Scottish countryside. Highlight for us was wild camping in beautiful locations and having some Loch swims at the end of a day paddling. Kyle was really knowledgable on the area, knew all the places to camp, and kept us fed with really good, fresh food! We went with the pace of the group making it enjoyable for everyone.

Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a bit of an adventure in their holiday!

Fantastic trip with like minded people made even better by summer arriving for the week and a tailwind. Kyle looked after us with good food and taught us how to portage efficiently and use the sails. Good level of challenge whilst also feeling like a holiday with a few luxuries while camping.

What an amazing 5 days. Our guide Kyle was incredible and cooked us excellent food. The scenery and views were beautiful. We had wonderful weather and it was all extremely well paced. I thoroughly enjoyed sailing in the canoes!

Well planned and thought out. Good kit. Not rushed and felt very supported. Our guide Luke was patient, knowledgeable of the history of the caledonian canal and the lochs (although I'm sure the eagle he saw was in fact a seagul lol). He also managed to teach me to steer the canoe! Not a mean feat! His cooking was second to none, 3 course meals every day with cooked breakfasts and buffet style lunches. The camping spots he chose for us were amazing and the weather was very kind to us. Loved the fact that we left no trace of our adventure to the pojnt of taking the recyling back to the yard and carrying our own loo, which was a daunting thought but honestly no problem to use. Well worth the money and we definitely will be repeating the experience again.

Very well planned five days on the water, Scott did an excellent job organizing and motivating the team, and cooking for us. We got very lucky with the weather, but that’s the only thing he doesn’t deserve credit for. I am already missing my new friends.

Returned yesterday from this amazing trip. It’s challenging and on occasions hard work, but utterly amazing. Camping literally on the banks of the lochs and then waking each morning ( and eating breakfast ) whilst sitting and absorbing the view,is life affirming. Whilst in the subject of breakfast ( or more broadly the meals ) then Jack ( our guide ) was incredible. The food was wonderful. All freshly cooked and wonderful. Even in heavy rain ( one evening ) he turned out a meal that I would have been proud to produce at home. In summary, challenging, rewarding, breathtaking and fantastic. Thanks again to Jack who made it perfect.