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Fisherfield 6 Expedition: Guided Great Wilderness Traverse (4 days)
Britain’s most remote mountain journey. A 4-day deep-immersion expedition into the heart of the “Great Wilderness” (Wester Ross), including A’ Mhaighdean — widely regarded as one of Scotland’s finest viewpoints. Premium gear options available — logistics handled — calm, professional leadership throughout.
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Deep immersion in the Great Wilderness
The Letterewe Forest — commonly known as Fisherfield — is the most isolated landmass on the British mainland. Defined by its lack of roads, trees, and easy exits, this is a landscape of significant river crossings and trackless glens. Our expedition targets the Fisherfield Six, including A’ Mhaighdean, in a calm, conditions-led 4-day journey with realistic pacing.
Why this route?
Fisherfield is the definitive test of Scottish remoteness: long walk-ins, committing ground, and rivers that can dictate the day. We use a 4-day line to respect the distance and give enough margin for safe decisions — without rushing the mountains.
You’ll learn the practical nuances of expedition travel — from reading spate risk to choosing sheltered camps and moving efficiently with a multi-day pack.
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International logistics handled
Travelling from overseas shouldn’t stop you reaching the UK’s most remote peaks. We offer pro-grade gear bundles so you can fly light and arrive ready.
- ✓ Full gear bundles: Vaude, Sea to Summit & Terra Nova kits.
- ✓ Expedition packs: pro-grade 60L+ bags included in bundle.
- ✓ Technical support: high-end sleep systems and reliable stoves.
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The journey (4 days)
A committed progression: walk-in to Shenavall, deep interior travel, then a long trek out. Questions? See our wild camping FAQs.
Day 1
Shenavall & the gateway
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From Corrie Hallie we cross moorland to the iconic Shenavall bothy area. We camp here on the edge of the true wilderness, positioning for river crossings and interior travel.
Day 2
The big river & first Munros
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Crossing the Abhainn na Fuirneis, we enter the “Empty Quarter”. We aim for early Munros when conditions allow, then establish a remote camp deep in the interior near Fuar Loch Mòr.
Day 3
A’ Mhaighdean & the remote view
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A defining mountain day. A’ Mhaighdean offers an unparalleled view across Letterewe to the Atlantic — the kind of perspective only remoteness delivers. A final high-wilderness camp follows.
Day 4
The reflective trek out
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A long but rewarding journey back through trackless glens to Corrie Hallie — time to absorb the scale, silence and distance of the last four days.
What’s included
- ✓ Professional Mountain Leader (MCI/ML)
- ✓ Expedition meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- ✓ Group safety equipment & remote water filtration
- ✓ Expert navigation & river crossing coaching
For a shorter stepping stone, try 2-day micro adventures in Scotland.
Expedition pricing
Scaled by duration: £100/day + £95 flat rate.
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International & UK logistics
This trip is remote and conditions-led — we keep decisions calm and margins sensible. For standards and approach, see about Peak Adventures.
Getting to Wester Ross
The expedition starts near Ullapool (Corrie Hallie). Fly into Inverness or take rail to Inverness. We can coordinate shared transport onward to the trailhead.
The “pack-only” essentials
If you want, we can supply pack / tent / sleep system options — you bring boots, waterproofs and personal layers.
View full kit list →Ullapool base
We recommend staying in Ullapool the night before. Local accommodation can often store non-expedition luggage while you’re out.
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Ready for Scotland’s “Great Wilderness”?
From river-crossing decisions to remote camp systems, this is a serious expedition — handled calmly. Send preferred dates and we’ll confirm feasibility, logistics and what you’ll need.
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