Location: Skye
Duration: 1 day
Client to Instructor Ratio: 2:1 Max
This one day Cuillin course serves as an excellent introduction for newcomers to the Cuillin who are looking to explore. Alternatively, if you're seeking to conquer all the Cuillin Munros, you can book this individual day to bag the peaks necessary to complete your Munro collection.
Before Your Course
Your dedicated EverydayClimbing mountain guide will reach out to you one to two days before the commencement of your course. This preliminary contact will serve to introduce your guide, confirm meeting details, and offer insights into the anticipated weather conditions.
On The Day
The Northern Three
14km, 1350m ascent, scrambling grade 3 (with short sections of rock climbing)
This day begins and concludes at the Sligachan hotel, offering you the chance to conquer all three of the most northerly Munros in the main Cuillin chain. The Munros can be ascended via various routes, featuring a range of scrambling grades and optional abseils. The specific route will be determined in consultation with your instructor, taking into account the group's confidence and aspirations as you approach the peaks.
Mountain Summits Included
Sgurr nan Gillean 964 metres
Am Bastier 934 metres
Bruach na Frithe 958 metres
With our guides boasting hundreds of Cuillin ascents and thousands of hours spent exploring these mountains, they possess an intimate knowledge of every handhold, shortcut, and subsidiary ridge. So, when you book a Skye Cuillin Munro course with EverydayClimbing, you're affording yourself the optimal opportunity for a successful Cuillin adventure.
Not quite what you're seeking? No problem! We specialise in organising climbing, scrambling, or mountaineering guides for any route in the Scottish Highlands or islands. From the dramatic sea-stacks to the legendary Skye Cuillin, we've got your adventure covered. Feel free to drop us a line with your specific requirements, and we'll promptly respond to your inquiry.
Dates
This course is available year-round and can be scheduled on any day that suits your plans.
Feel free to reach out with your specific requirements or contact us using the form below, and we'll promptly respond to your inquiry.
Prices
Our prices are comprehensive and cover the following:
One person - £260
Two people - £310 (£155 per person)
This course is well-suited for fit hillwalkers accustomed to mountain walking. You don't need prior experience in roped climbing or abseiling, as comprehensive instruction will be provided throughout the course.
If you have any questions about your current level of experience or would like to book a training day to enhance your skills, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
Required
• 25-35l backpack
• Mountain walking boots
• Walking poles
• Water bottle or hot drink flask (1 litre)
• lunch (around 1000cals.)
• Head torch + spare batteries
• Thick socks
• Waterproof jacket and trousers
• Thin fleece or light insulated jacket
• Thick fleece or mid insulated jacket
• Warm hat
• Gloves
• Hiking trousers
• Synthetic/merino base layers
• Personal medication
• Sun lotion & midge repellent/head net
• Waterproof stuff sacks for everything
Optional
• OS map
• Waterproof map case
• Compass (Silva type 4 recommended)
• Gaiters
Provided
• Harness
• Climbing helmet
• Belay device and karabiner
• Emergency shelter (Orange bag)
To guarantee your comfort and security throughout our activities, we strongly advise all participants to come prepared with the complete equipment listed. While our activities may proceed even if participants do not have the entire kit list, please be aware that EverydayClimbing and our instructors retain the right to modify the itinerary or conclude the activity early should the absence of essential equipment pose an elevated risk to the group, exceeding acceptable safety standards.
As part of our unwavering commitment to eliminating barriers to outdoor adventures, we offer a selection of equipment available for use by anyone, with no questions asked. Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities. Just drop us a line to let us know what you require.