Top Things to do in Scottish Highlands
Top Hotels in Scottish Highlands
- 1. The Onich Hotel
- 2. Premier Inn Inverness Centre River Ness
- 3. Travelodge Inverness Fairways
- 4. The Garrison Hotel
- 5. Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa
- 6. Ness Walk Hotel
- 7. The Morar Hotel
- 8. Craigmonie Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
- 9. Premier Inn Inverness East hotel
- 10. Premier Inn Thurso hotel
What to do and see in Scottish Highlands, Scotland: The Best Horseback Riding Tours
The moody, romantic Scottish Highlands start at Loch Lomond just north of Glasgow. Comprising a slew of mountain ranges, this sparsely populated land is best seen by train on the West Highland Line. Mountains, lochs, bright heather and rhododendrons give way to white sand beaches and rugged coves as the train nears Mallaig. For a more active take on the region, hike the West Highland Way or visit the Trossachs National Park. Ben Nevis, a popular climbing spot, looms over the town of Fort William.
Restaurants in Scottish Highlands
1. Star Stables
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Star Stables is a riding center, just 1/2 a mile out side of Brora. It has ample grazing for horses, a schooling field and jumping field used specifically for these activities. It is situated on a working croft so tractors, sheep and cows are regularly seen. The staff are well presented and in uniform with names on the front so visitors can see who they are speaking with. Horses are cared for too a high standard and also are well turned out. Suitable for all ages and abilities. Lessons, treks, pony days and pony parties!! Give us a call to get booked in or to find out more information.
Reviewed By RThrel76
Booked my wife and 2 girls (11 and 9) for a lesson at Star Stables having seen previous recommendations. I booked in advance to make sure they could definitely go. Kirsteen was very friendly and welcoming from the outset and clearly very passionate about horses. The girls loved the ride out around the local lanes and we will definitely be back next year. Thanks again.
2. Highland Riding Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
3. Hollingwells Equestrian
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By ZippityDooDah1966 - Willamette Valley, United States
What a wonderful experience!! Everything about our 2-hour ride was perfect, from the beautiful, healthy horses to the sweet family that runs the stables & tour - it exceeded our expectations. We will be back!!!
4. Loch Ness Riding
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 66 reviews
Loch Ness Riding offers great hacking in a wonderful landscape for competent english-style riders only. Sorry but we do not take beginners. We are endurance specialists but we also give lessons in all disciplines. You can ride from an hour to several days. Advance booking is essential.
Reviewed By Sfarringto1
I have had the most wonderful morning out riding with Candy, the horse she put me on was steady and safe and incredibly well schooled which made the ride even nicer (still up for buying him if he’s ever up for sale!) The ride itself was mainly off road which as a nervous hacker was perfect for me, I did get into a flap a couple of times and Candy was excellent at dealing with me (even when I forgot my left and rights!) During the ride itself Candy gave me loads of tips to improve my riding too so I feel like I’ve had a lesson as well as a beautiful ride. When I first got on the horse I told her which element of my position I had got rusty with and she explained in a way no other instructor had before how to fix it and it immediately clicked. She also explained the landscape we were riding through making it more of an experience too. As we rode past the pub candy recommended a visit to recover from our long ride - which we did and was a lovely place to sit and let my legs recover! I went on the longest ride candy offers and I enjoyed every single second of it. Because of the fact only experienced riders are allowed to undertake the ride, we had a fast paced ride with loads of stretches of cantering along the loch and through some beautiful woodland and heathland and it was beautiful - this made the ride not feel like pony trekking and made it even more special. Social distances and sanitation procedures were in place throughout (which really isn’t a problem on a horse) but candy ensured we all stayed safe through our visit! I will be back - and I can’t wait!!! Thank you so much for a lovely morning. (I forgot to take photos from the horse because I was too engaged with the ride to even think about my phone but the pictures I took from the pub give you an idea of how beautiful the ride is)
5. Gairloch Trekking Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Come and enjoy pony trekking. Ride our well mannered native ponies along beautiful sandy beaches with stunning scenery all round. suitable for all ages and abilities with friendly knowledgeable qualified staff.
Reviewed By WalczakMarcin - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
My six years old son, who was a complete novice with horses, enjoyed the half day special at stables and is already looking forward to have more similar experience. He enjoyed all activities he was involved with, which included not only trekking horses but also grooming and preparing food for them, and cleaning stables too. At the end of session my son received a rosette and we got him also a souvenir with a photograph of horse he was riding on that day. It is recommended to arrive 15 minutes prior session to fill in a form and prepare child for session. Strongly recommended if around in this remote location.
6. Carrbridge Pony Trekking
7. Highland Horse Fun Kingussie
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Come and ride with the originators of pony trekking and riding holidays in Scotland, we were established in 1952. We have a museum dedicated to Highland Pony Heritage as well as many activities apart from just riding: Carriage Rides, Sleigh Rides, Ski Joring, Wedding Carriages, Birthday Parties, Hen and Stag Do's, Horse Shows, Fun Days, Childrens Rides, Working Holidays, Saddle Club, Barbeques. We even have our own beach on the River Spey.
8. Highland Trekking and Trail Riding
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Horse riding in the Glen Affric nature reserve, suitable for all ages and abbillites,the best scenery in Scotland, friendly guides and very well mannered Horses.
Reviewed By rebeccatJ7101TX
Just had the most amazing day with Highland trekking and trail riding. Despite the rain the views were spectacular, the ponies were delightful and clearly very happy and well cared for whilst Iain was a fantastic guide with a seemingly endless well of knowledge about local history, flora and fauna and ecological debates/rewilding projects. I really can't recommend enough and will definitely be back :)
9. Silversands Trekking Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Silversands Trekking Centre is a small family run business on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Morar. We offer the wonderful chance to view the beautiful Silversands Of Morar from horseback. We cater for children 5+ years old to no maximum age limit. 1 hour £40(adult) £30(child) 1.5 hour £45(adult) £35(child) 2 hour £60(adult) £50(child)
Reviewed By gcam46
We had a fantastic family day out riding the beautiful ponies. Shelagh and the girls were fantastic. They took great care of the inexperienced riders and everyone chatted and laughed all the way. We walked along the road to reach the beautiful Silver sands. The horses were all very well behaved and happily took us along the beach to take in the fantastic scenery. We stopped along the way for a few photos too. It was so great to get out and do something fun. We’ll definitely be back in the Summer!
10. Treetop Stables
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
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