Whether venturer or adventurer you will find a region rich in unique leisure opportunities. Go surfing at Thurso East at the world famous reef break, or join the ‘end-to-enders’ and visit the northerly extremes on the UK mainland at Dunnet Head or John O’Groats. Have a change from seascapes in Scotland’s first European Geopark with its 3,000 million year old rocks and classic hills, like Suilven and Stac Pollaidh, amongst the wildest places in Britain.
Take time to unwind under gigantic skies in our ancient land and tread in the footsteps of our Pictish and Norse ancestors whose enigmatic architectural remains cover our landscape. If you’re lucky you might even see the Northern Lights in our clear dark skies. When you’ve climbed, trekked, mountain-biked, surfed, gazed, explored and recharged, come inside and enjoy the Highland warmth and hospitality. Time to venture north!
About Caithness & Sutherland Area guides
We’re lucky enough to live, work and play in one of the most interesting, varied and diverse areas of countryside in Scotland. We welcome visitors to come and explore our stunning landscapes, and make their own memories. It has been, without doubt, one of the strangest years most of our generation has experienced. But there are many positives, and one is that many more people have taken time out of busy lives to appreciate and explore the great outdoors.
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During the pandemic, so many of us have deepened our connection to nature and our desire to explore. By travelling the NC500 in an electric vehicle you have the opportunity to experience an area of extraordinary natural beauty and history while minimising your impact on the immediate and wider environment.
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Discover the benefits and joys of wild swimming in the northern waters of Sutherland and Caithness with advice from local wild swimmer Amanda MacRae. Hear about why she loves swimming in Scotland and how you can try it too.
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