This is a MUST DO Hiking Tour in the prettiest hill range from the 7 hills which creates Edinburgh. Discover the Scottish Highlands & Stunning Scottish Nature just on outskirts of capital city! If you love nature & want to explore real beauty of Edinburgh and famous Pentland Hills, then this is the ideal Hiking tour for you. ( BACK BY LUNCH-TIME, ALL DAY BUS TICKET INCLUDED!)
We’ll hike around 5M (8KM) with an elevation gain of 493M (1600FT). You’ll learn about flora & fauna, geology, Scottish history and nature. Pentlands offer stunning views over the whole of Edinburgh and Lothian region, the Borders and Fife. You'll also see Scottish Lochs (Lakes). We'll go at the pace of everyone in the group and take breaks as needed.
We might be able to spot the illusive Highland Cows (Hairy Coos), if everyone in the group is okay to hike that direction as it is a steeper climb or if we don't have any other member booked.
This is the BEST Hiking Tour in Edinburgh Scotland!
Posted By : 548jeanneh
Can’t say enough about how great a guide Rishi is. Totally open, generous, prepared, patient and super knowledgeable! We wanted to spend a day in the countryside and this was perfect. You’re a half hour outside Edinburgh but feel like you’re in deeply remote nature. Don’t miss this essential day in your Edinburgh itinerary. The Highlands are so far away and you spend most of the day on the bus. This is much better!
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Posted On : 2024-05-16 15:52:13 
Posted By : Rubi L
This experience was a 10/10 in my book! My husband and I wanted to do something unique in our trip to Edinburgh and this hike was the highlight of the trip! Rishi was a wonderful guide and you could see that he feels incredibly passionate about nature and hiking. He is also very experienced, and since the weather was tricky that day, he helped us navigate the muddy terrain we were dealt with! We got to see sheep all along our hike and the calls of birds. Although at times it was a challenging hike due to the elevation, Rishi was always mindful of breaks and adjusting to our speed if needed. We were able to complete this fantastic experience feeling very accomplished, seeing incredible views of the Scottish Moors and getting to know a bit more of the nature and history surrounding Scotland!
It was a really amazing hike and would 100% do it again!! It one of those “must-do” experiences that will get you out of the city and with nature, and really getting a feel for the Scottish wonders that the country provides.
Thank you, Rishi for sharing with us your experiences, knowledge, and passion for hiking. It was a true pleasure getting to know you throughout this experience and we are truly grateful for the wonderful memories that you have given us on our trip!!! We’ll always treasure it!
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Posted On : 2024-05-10 21:27:14
Posted By : K9174PUadriang
If you're visiting Edinburgh, and looking to be explore the surrounding nature and history in-depth, I recommend booking this hiking tour with Rishi. He was incredibly knowledgable of the area, inside and outside of the city, and showed such a deep admiration that it was palpable. The views we encountered were amazing and Rishi made sure to keep an eye on the group to ensure that we were getting along well with the terrain. In addition, he had every snack imaginable and carried extra water for the group just in case. I could say a whole lot more, as we got to know Rishi really well and he was a pleasure to converse with, but ultimately this was an amazing experience that I'm beyond happy to have experience as well as recommend to anyone interested in exploring the surrounding nature. Don't question it, if you're able to, book this tour!
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Posted On : 2023-12-12 07:10:06
Posted By : Q6102ZLangelat
Great tour, Rishi was an amazing guide who showed us parts of Edinburgh that you wouldn’t normally see. He has a wealth of knowledge on Edinburgh and Pentland history. Throughout the walk he made sure everyone felt welcomed and ensured they were okay.
I would highly recommend this tour if you want something different and enjoy walking through nature.
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Posted On : 2023-10-31 04:15:53
Posted By : Christine_M
Where do I start! I’m a South Edinburgh resident who was looking to explore The Pentland Hills. I wasn’t confident going on my own the first time, especially as we’d had excessive rain. My family booked this trip to celebrate my birthday and WOW, Rishi’s trip exceeded expectations. His knowledge, kind nature and general life experience was very welcomed. Make sure you get him chatting about his remarkable hiking experience. Unfortunately (fortunately for me), there were a few cancellations due to the weather but on the day the rain cleared. Rishi kindly offered to take a longer/more challenging route if I felt capable; I happily said yes.
The scenery was incredible. I’ve spent time in the highlands and honestly, you’d think you were there at times. Please don’t overlook this trip. It was of the best days I’ve had outdoors. Rishi also does a walking history tour in the old town. Going off my experience, I’d recommend Rishi as a guide. Thank you 😊
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Posted On : 2023-10-29 13:50:41 
Posted By : D696UImonicaw
Hiking with Rishi was awesome even in October! He took us along the Pentlands and the views were amazing. Such a nice change from being in the city the whole time. Rishi was very knowledgeable about the historical and geographical aspects of a lot of features on the hike and the pace was very good even for me with bad feet! He messaged us ahead of time to be prepared for the weather and even during the hike he gave us advice for health and safety as well as some snacks! I hope to return again and take another hike during the summer to see the heather in bloom.
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Posted On : 2023-10-28 10:28:09
Posted By : V9206CJdaniels
Perfect balance between nature walk in the Pentland Hills and information from the guide. Would even book the tour a second time.
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Posted On : 2023-10-26 10:26:37
Posted By : Q556BAsandras
Absolutely breathtaking! Rishi and I were alone on the tour because the others had cancelled due to the weather forecast. It was an incredibly special experience that I had never had before. The nature was incredible! Rishi told me lots of stories about how the land came into being and the plants that grew there. Old legends were also included. Rishi is a guide who you can tell does his job with a lot of passion and joy. He even provided water, snacks and hiking poles. I really recommend this tour to anyone who wants to go hiking (and doesn't want to be driven around in a bus).
LG
Sandra
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Posted On : 2023-10-08 01:56:22
Posted By : AnitaTujrlock
Rishi was joyful and knowledgeable about the most beautiful Pentland Hills. I loved every minute of our hike. Something to know which was told to us is the hidden dangers of the topography. So thankful I was not trying the hills on my own. Most likely would have fallen in to one of the almost invisible holes. The scenery was magnificent. Rishi made it clear that good clothing for quickly changing weather and good hiking boots should be worn. Most definitely both were needed. He also warned not to book something else right after the hike scheduled time as it may run longer. Including the bus pass for transportation to and from the hike starting point was appreciated. Book your hike and you are assured a fabulous outing!
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Posted On : 2023-10-03 15:12:24
Posted By : 470kunalg
The Pentland Hills near Edinburgh offer a hidden gem of natural beauty, and our guided experience truly unlocked its splendor. With an expert Rishi leading the way, we ventured through serene landscapes, discovered hidden trails, and soaked in breathtaking vistas. A perfect escape for nature enthusiasts, highly recommended!
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Posted On : 2023-09-27 03:34:13
