Outdoor Adventure
& Discovery

Helping you explore the great outdoors with guided walks, adventures & experiences.

Find your freedom in a safe environment.

Whether you’re new to nature, an outdoor enthusiast, or a seasoned explorer, we can lead you on your next adventure in Argyll & throughout Scotland.

Local Knowledge & Experience

Make the most of the great outdoors with a guide! We not only have extensive experience to keep you safe from harm and worry-free, but also local knowledge about those hidden gems and the stories behind them.

New Skills & Discoveries

If you’re upping your adventure game, we can create or lead bespoke walks and challenges to help you reach your goals. Or if you’re just finding your feet, our navigation courses, foraging walks and coaching will help you learn new skills, discover new experiences and gain confidence in the great outdoors.

Lasting Memories

Whether on holiday or an expedition, we are committed to creating energising experiences that respect the natural environment and leave you with happy memories that will last a lifetime. You can even bring your canine companion - dogs are welcome on many of our walks.


Meet Your Guide: Heather

Shortlisted in 'The Great Outdoors (TGO) Magazine 'Extra Mile' Award 2018', for her services as a guide, Heather Thomas-Smith is an experienced Mountain Leader with a passion for the outdoors.

That passion has taken her across the globe, with experiences ranging from self-supported backpacks across Scotland, to long distance treks in Asia, the Andes and Himalayas. After leading UK-wide challenges from her some time home in the North of England, Heather has returned to Scotland, where she delights in sharing the landscape and heathery hills of Argyll that she has enjoyed since childhood.

Heather’s wide knowledge base - including Mountain Rescue, DofE and Outdoor First Aid - equips her in leading bespoke trips for small groups, families and individuals of all experience levels. Her bespoke services are available throughout Scotland and the UK.

Read Heather’s Story
“We want to enable you to get out there, fall in love with nature AND feel fabulous!” - Heather

Heathery Heights offers bespoke guided walks for individuals, small groups, and families seeking adventure and solace in the beauty of our natural landscapes. Explore rocky coasts carved by time, wild sandy beaches, ancient woodlands, historic remains and the rugged mountains, lochs and glens that create this complex tapestry.

Whether you want a day to find peace in nature by the sea, to challenge yourself on a round of Wainwrights, bag a Munro, or enjoy a walking holiday in beautiful Argyll - Heathery Heights will always welcome you with a friendly, attentive service.

We save you both time and worry on holiday as we lead you to hidden gems and secret spots, imparting our local knowledge, while keeping you safe and improving your outdoor confidence along the way!

For learning experiences, Heathery Heights also offers a range of outdoor skills courses and training for various experience levels. From basic hill skills and foraging days from our base in Argyll, to bespoke coaching, night navigation training and backpacking skills. Whether you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced outdoor enthusiast, we can lead you on your next adventure - either hire your personal guide for the day or book a place on one of our upcoming events or experiences.

Testimonials

Bespoke Borrowdale Challenge -5 Stars - Remaining positive even when the weather was against us and tweaking the route as we proceeded based on the conditions.
- Katherine Chappell, Vice President BlackRock
Introduction to Foraging course, September 2021 - 5 stars. The Introduction to Foraging was such an interesting and well-presented half day experience. Heather is so knowledgeable and passionate about foraging and the local area which is very inspiring. I highly recommend Heathery Heights for guided walks and bespoke experiences. Heather goes above and beyond to make sure everyone enjoys the event.
- Sara M
Magic of Knapdale Experience June 2021 - 5 stars. Heather was welcoming, was enthusiastic throughout the day and was very well informed about the places we visited. On a sunny day, it would be great to have longer at the Faery Isles.
- David
We're just back from the Bronte country and Yorkshire Dales walking holiday… I cannot praise the whole holiday highly enough... Walks and our two guides superb… Variety of the daily walks really unexpected. Guides very knowledgeable. We did not realise it was the first time these walks had been done by the TD… We'd like to do the Lake District next!! Jonathan and Heather might not know the area as well as this one but we'd take the chance with them. Thanks again.
- Noirin
We had a fantastic day, although some of the girls don’t realise that yet, I’m sure they will in the next few weeks once the aches & pains have gone. Thank you to you & David for your guidance & patience, hopefully we will have raised £1000 for Diabetes uk. I’ll be in touch when I’ve talked the girls into doing the next one. Many thanks.
- Boyd
Some of our ladies said you are the best walking guide they have ever had!! Well done you x
- Min Hassett, Tour Manager, Just You

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