Ness Walk Experiences

Whisky Food Safari
Experience

The Whisky Food Safari Experience offers an intimate encounter with the country’s finest export: whisky. In the comfort of her Highland home, join internationally acclaimed food writer Ghillie Basan for a journey through some of the region’s finest food and malt pairings. This breath-taking experience does not disappoint!

From £325 per guest

Loch Ness
Contemplation Cruise

Cruise the canal and loch, with castle views as you follow the footsteps of Queen Victoria in this two hour cruise. Boarding at Dochgarroch, you’ll experience a breathtaking journey that takes you along Thomas Telford’s famous Caledonian Canal and, of course, across the legendary waters of Loch Ness.

From £28 per guest

Taste of Tomatin
Distillery Tour

Explore the Tomatin Distillery and learn how they produce their award-winning whiskies with this two hour tour. This is an enhanced experience with a distillery tour followed by a tutored nosing and tasting of 6 different Tomatin expressions, each revealing why we are the ‘softer side of the Highlands’.

From £35 per guest

Rebel Row
Private Retail Therapy

Enjoy exclusive evening access to Rebel Row to submerge yourself in the full made to measure experience of authentic Highland woven cloth and locally sculpted clothes. You will leave the Highlands with garments as unique as you, becoming co-authors in designing your dream garments, all served with bubbles in store. You will be a Rebel Queen for the night!

Guided Canoe Explorer
Loch Ness

Take a wonderful trip by canoe on the most iconic of Scotland's great lochs.....Loch Ness. Travelling silently in a canoe gets you closer to wildlife than you can ever imagine. Starting from picturesque Fort Augustus, you will get the chance to explore the southern end of Loch Ness in very stable open (Canadian-style) canoes.

From £50 per guest

Nairn Golf Club
Championship Course

Founded in 1887 by Robert B Finlay, Nairn’s championship course is consistently ranked amongst the leading courses in the UK. It's one of only nine clubs to have held the Walker Cup, Curtis Cup, Amateur Championship and Women’s Amateur Championship. Enjoy 18 holes on this links course with stunning views over the Moray Firth.

£60-£230 per golfer

Loch Ness
Beastie Boats Tour

Climb aboard the Beastie Boats 12-seater RIB at Foyers Pier and launch yourself onto the water for an 1 hour long Loch Ness speed boat tour. Departing from Foyers Pier, you'll be taken straight out onto Loch Ness and the wildest and remotest part of the Loch, visiting Urquhart Castle and undiscovered shorelines.

From £40 per guest

Cycle to Loch Ness

Explore Loch Ness at your own pace on this self-guided, one-day cycle tour from Inverness. Collect your touring bike from just across the river from Ness Walk. Follow a route along paths and quiet country roads through Ness Islands and along the Ness valley to the peaceful village of Dores on the banks of Loch Ness. Bike hire, smartphone navigation and essential accessories are included on this tour. Allow 4-6 hours.

£55 per guest

Moray Firth
Dolphin Boat Trip

Dolphin Spirit's Mischief is a fast fun trip travelling through several dolphin hotspots, including the famous Chanonry Point in search of bottlenose dolphins, seals, porpoise and an abundance of birds. So if you’re looking for adventures and marine life during your trip to the Highlands, why don’t you get up to some Mischief?

From £49 per guest

Whisky Flight Experience
at Ness Walk

We have curated a self-guided whisky tasting experience – each of which celebrate different elements of the dram we love. This experience is served in our Torrish Bar at Ness Walk, self-guided, and you will enjoy a 25ml tasting of up to 5 expressions. Enjoy our whisky, our culture, our history. Sláinte!

From £30 per guest

Royal Dornoch
Championship Course

On the shoreline of the North Sea, this Par 70 is appreciated as one of the most iconic golf courses in the world. With white beaches, soft contours and plateaued greens, Royal Dornoch tests the imagination and strategy of any golfer. We highly recommend perfecting your bump and run before you tackle this immaculate stretch of links golf.

From £140 per golfer

Immersive
Loch Ness Centre Tour

In Drumnadrochit, place of the original sighting of the Loch Ness Monster, join a unique 1-hour immersive experience and become part of the legend. Walk through 500 million years of history, delve deeper into ancient myths, legends and scientific research. Uncover the mysteries of the loch in this unique tour.

From £15 per guest

Glen Ord
Distillery Tour

Embark on a guided 1 hour tasting at Glen Ord Distillery, where you’ll sample exceptional whiskies and canapés that have been flawlessly curated to showcase a selection of the finest Scottish Highland produce. Served alongside 5 stunning Singleton expressions.

From £60 per guest

WildTrax Landrover
Defender Hire

WildTrax offer top-of-the-line Land Rover vehicles, ideal for exploring the stunning landscapes and rugged terrain of the Highlands. With an extensive knowledge of the area, they can also help you plan the perfect itinerary. Whether discovering secluded glens, chasing waterfalls or ascending rocky peaks, a Land Rover lets you create a tailored experience.

From £165 per day

'Get Kilted' in the Highlands

A private evening experience where you will be hands on with the making of your own kilt (in Prickly Thistle's maxi-style) at flagship boutique Rebel Row. The made to measure kilt will be co-created with you, using cloth/tartan of your choice selected in advance and ready just 24 hours after the experience - or shipped onwards to your home address.

£250 per guest

Highland
Caterham Hire

Self-drive hire an iconic British sports car with Highland Caterham Hire. Operating Caterham Supersport SV's across the fleet, each car has 150hp Sigma engines which offer tremendous performance. All benefit from the roomier SV chassis, meaning they are far more spacious and comfortable than you may first imagine! Perfect for exploring the NC500.

From £225 per day

Johnstons of Elgin Archive Experience

At Johnstons of Elgin, holders of a Royal Warrant and the only vertical weaving mill in Scotland, you can experience some of the thirty processes involved in crafting a single scarf. This exclusive experience includes a glass of prosecco on arrival and VIP access to the on-site Archive Room. Here, you will explore their rich 225-year history with details of key individuals and how they shaped the business. You will leave with a personalised Johnstons of Elgin Cashmere Scarf embroidered with your initials.

Available on enquiry

Heilan Coos at
Camerons Tearoom

Situated a short stroll away from the famous Falls of Foyers waterfall, visit this quaint tearoom in a stunning setting with an amazing wood burning stove to keep you cosy. Take in lovely views across the glen and meet the locals; a Pedigree herd of Highland cattle grazing outside the tearoom (Calf are born in May/June.)

Gorge Walking
in Culloden

Culloden Gorge is close to Inverness, but you would never know it is there, offering a great introduction to the exciting sport of gorge walking. Jump into pools, slide down waterfalls and scramble through white water - kitted out in a cosy wetsuit, helmet and buoyancy aid and guided by one of In Your Element’s experienced staff.

From £60 per guest

Highland Distilleries Exploration

A tailored tour from Inverness Whisky Tours for up to 4 guests allowing you to explore the rich world of Highland Whisky including visits to Glenmorangie, Balblair, Glen Old and Dornoch Distillery. Luxury Transport included in a BMW X5 or X7.

From £640 per group

Salmon Fishing
on River Ness

The River Ness is only 6 miles long and offers superb salmon fishing during spring, summer and autumn. With collection from Inverness, head out for a day with Stewart at Alba Game Fishing with 14ft and 15ft Sage fishing rods, tackle, waders and boots all provided. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon in stunning scenery.

Price on request

Private Inverness
Walking Tour

Book a private 2-hour walking tour of Inverness with local, experienced and qualified guide, Cath. Your tour will be tailored to your interests, focusing on anything from Clan names to architecture, wildlife, or whisky. With deep dives into the local history, beautiful scenery, and tales that have shaped Inverness into the thriving city that stands today.

From £100 per group

Johnstons of Elgin Craftsmanship Experience

Experts in the world's finest fibres for over 225 years and crafting exquisite luxury products in their Scottish mills, Johnston of Elgins family business has worked with natural, renewable, biodegradable fibres since 1797. With this experience, discover the world-renowned craftsmanship of Scottish Estates Tweed. An optional shopping consultation with a member of the team available to be added on.

£19.95 per guest