Day-time in Inverness
Outdoor Escapes
Unspoiled countryside – and lots of it. That’s the main reason people come here. Whatever your pursuit, Inverness and the surrounding area have something for you. From guided mountain climbs to walking, quad biking to husky racing, white water rafting to surfing (really), it’s all here.
You can even watch dolphins from a chartered or scheduled boat in the Moray Firth. So pack the binoculars. Of course, you might just want to do some walking at your own pace – and maybe bag yourself a Munro (mountain over 3000 ft) in Ben Wyvis. But it’s not all rock and ravines. The area has its fair share of spectacular coastline – and some astonishing beaches. Nairn, Lossiemouth and Cromarty (on the Black Isle) are quiet, reflective places to stroll an afternoon away.
Far from the usual, Inverness almost seems to delight in confounding people’s expectations. For instance, you can take a luxury mini-cruise on Loch Ness with Jacobite Cruises, sampling fine food along the way – and perhaps catch a glimpse of the famous “Nessie”! Or what about a trip to the world-famous Findhorn Community – the original blueprint for truly sustainable communities.