Hike and Wild Camp on the Isle of Rùm

As others have said, Rùm is spectacularly beautiful but wild. In our case, we were fortunate that most of the heavy rain was at night but high winds made it too risky to camp the first night – fortunately the bunkhouse and glamping huts had space! Despite another dubious forecast, the winds calmed enough to permit us reaching the summit on the final day which was a highlight in more ways than one: great views, fun Grade-1 scrambling, and a real sense of achievement in excellent company!

The guides (Connor and Micheal) were both outstanding in dealing with the changing weather (and assorted other curve-balls) whilst keeping us active, informed, and safe (as well as suitably entertained!). The supplied kit and food were high quality – I probably slept and ate better than I do at home and barely needed my own supply of energy bars. We missed camping at Harris Bay (though had a nice lunch stop there) but the campsites at Papadil and Dibidil are both amazing locations with "refreshing" on-site swimming options. Perhaps the only drawback in the itinerary is that Papadil and Dibidil are so close together – maybe with better weather we'd have been offered a higher-level route between them but, as it was, we reached Dibidil by lunchtime which didn't feel particularly adventurous (though did leave plenty of time for exploring independently around Glen Dibidil).

Overall, I really enjoyed this trip; the scenery and wildlife (and some of the running jokes) will live long in the memory! If you have a sense of adventure (and are prepared for possible changes in plan), I'd wholeheartedly recommend it to you! Personally, I'm already thinking about a return to Rùm...

I went wild camping for the first time in years, and it was an incredible experience. Despite the challenges of heavy rain and rough terrain, the adventure was worth every moment. Reaching the summit of Askival, the island’s highest peak, felt amazing, with breathtaking views and an unmatched sense of accomplishment. Though the trip lasted only four days, it felt like weeks. Stepping out of my comfort zone and into the true wilderness made it one of the coolest and most rewarding things I’ve ever done.

I booked this trip on a whim as a last minute option, without giving it much thought, and it turned out to be a gamble that paid off. The scenery on Rum is simply breathtaking, with vast landscapes that make you feel truly immersed in nature, far from any crowds. Our guides were Connor and Micheal; passionate about the outdoors, quick thinking when re-arranging the itinerary and handling the wild weather challenges. This was an incredible adventure with the company of great like-minded people. And for those who love cheese, there's a delightful surprise in store! 😊

OMG, this was everything I dreamed of and more... When I first booked I thought it was a bit pricey, but it's not as you couldn't do it without the support and the guide. Rum is a beautiful island, completely unspoilt with fantastic views of many other islands from every vantage point, and a great mountain and ridge in the middle. The guide we had Lizzie, was just a super girl, positive, knowledgeable, patient and I got the feeling she was in about 2nd gear at most taking us up the hills. Camping was great, food was better than I ever imagined vacuum packed meals would be, and the whole thing was just a huge adventure and switch off from the real world. You need some basic fitness, and maybe I should have practiced a bit more with carrying a full bag, but it was all OK as I am pretty fit anyway. Would I recommend, yes 100%, saw deer, goats, and an eagle plus the islands of Eig, Muck and Skye from the hills and a lovely bothy ay Dibildil, where I also got to have a cold water dip. Last day is the big day, but Lizzie built us up for Askival summit and we all got there. Do it is my advice

Fantastic trip - highly recommended! Very well planned, with excellent guides. If you want some remoteness with stunning scenery, likeminded company, and don't mind carrying a heavy backpack, then this trip is for you! (Weather not guaranteed unfortunately.....)

Absolutely excellent guides, views and crew - an extremely wild adventure I will never forget!

Excellent adventure.

Rum was unfortunately closed due to bird flu outbreak but we ended up with an equally great trip on knoydart! Our guides Jamie and Rachel were fantastic, the scenery was amazing as well and even though we weren't on rum, the sense of wilderness on knoydart was quite something! Make sure you're happy walking long distances with a heavy pack on this trip!

This was a fantastic trip - I was excited about it and it went far beyond what I expected. Helped along by great weather, but largely that was due to a top leader - in Jeannie - and a great (and eclectic) group! 3 days of trekking and camping without meeting another living sole - you'd have to travel some to match that. Campsites to die for. Challenging peaks. Great swimming holes. Kit better than my own. Top food (if anything too much!) - all rounded off with a local venison steak and wine at the Rum Community Centre. A1+

Looking for great scenery, and not bumping into lots of other hikers, do this trip. Absolutely gorgeous landscapes - I will be thinking about the views and the trip for years to come. Admittedly, we were lucky with the weather, which helped. (Even the train journey from Glasgow - Mallaig has stunning views before you even start hiking).

We didn’t go to the Isle of Rùm due to terrible weather, so we went to the Cairngorms instead- where we ended up camping in a gale! The tents broke, so for the final two nights we were in accommodation in Fort William. Connor was a fantastic guide and helped us to make the most of a trip that definitely didn’t go according to plan!

We wanted to do Isle of Rum expedition, instead we got a much better adventure. Namely, weather conditions on Isle of Rum during our planed tay were extremely bad and basically dangerous. The amazing guide, Connor, was quick on his feet and instead of us being miserably stuck in tents or cancelling our tour, he proposed to take the adventure to Cairngorms, where weather forecast was drastically better. After the whole group enthusiastically agreed, he created a matching itinerary of our hiking program on Rum and we had a truly lovely time! He even taught us the basics of scrambling and showed us "the roads less traveled" in the area, so our trip felt truly special ! All in all, it was a wonderful adventure ! Thanks Connor !

Although we didn't get to Rum, Connor bent over backwards to make this trip an experience for us and he was constantly thinking on his feet in the most unexpected adverse conditions! The food was great, the company was great, and we all had a fantastic adventure, despite it not being quite what we'd signed up for!

Don’t mind what the Scottish weather throws at you? Feel fit and have some experience of walking with a big pack? Want a challenge? Then this is the trip for you! The guides, Jeannie and Duncan, were fantastic and incredibly knowledgeable. I haven’t done much scrambling before so felt in very safe hands particularly up on the ridge. If you want to try more scrambling this is a great way to do so. The packs are heavy so I would definitely recommend some practice walks to get used to carrying everything. Rùm is beautiful. Sadly it likes to be mysterious and hide behind a lot of rain and cloud at times…. So, be sure to make the most of breaks in the weather. Conditions can change quickly but that’s part of the fun. The food that is provided is filling and will keep you going. If, like me, you’re not a huge fan of energy bars you should bring some treats of your own to have as snacks. Just avoid anything too heavy unless you plan to eat it on the first day! The kit that is supplied is a tent, a sleeping mat, eating/drinking utensils, and stoves that are shared amongst everyone. For a group of 6 we had two stoves so carried the stoves and gas canisters between us. Be sure to pack ALL your stuff in dry bags. Furthermore, use a waterproof inner liner of some sort - I used a sturdy bin bag. Waterproof socks like Sealskinz are useful and decent waterproof jacket/trousers are a must. The trip is knackering and exhilarating. The walk on day 1 (Kinloch to Harris) is a gentle introduction to the island. Expect things to get much more rugged on the following days.

A brilliant experience overall, the local guides Jeannie and Duncan are superb and look after everyone well. This trip is truly wild - the animals, the terrain and of course the weather! Make sure you have good waterproofs and hiking boots. The difficulty of the hiking and scrambling is adjusted to the abilities of the group and the weather, it's tough but achievable. The equipment and food provided was of a high standard, much like the terrible dad-jokes provided by Duncan. Rum is a beautiful place and I'll definitely be back. Would recommend!

Rum is beautiful but very remote. Be prepared for no distinct footpaths, bogs and lots of long grass. Take a tick remover. If you are not used to carrying a heavy pack up and down steep hills- probably not the trip for you, start smaller. Invest in good kit before you go- my waterproof walking boots were fantastic and made life much more comfortable.

Rum is beautiful and you're not likely to be disappointed with the landscape no matter the weather. Sam and Janine were reassuringly experienced guides and with some refinements the trip will continue to excite adventurous expedition members in future. The group had a great sociable vibe and Kims Kitchen and the local after party was a superb way to end the trip.

The only word to describe this trip is WILD. Wild; scenery, weather, animals, seas. If that's your bag, and you have a natural tendency for adopting slightly (no - very) feral behaviours, you're going to love it. Guides Connor and Jeannie are stone cold legends and absolute experts and have made it their mission to ensure everyone is having the best possible time. Food was tasty and plentiful, equipment provided is top notch.

This was an awesome trip . The 1st time I have travelled with a group of people I didn't know and it was an amazing experience. My love for the isle of rum started a few years ago after seeing it from the mainland. And the island did not dissapoint Rum is a beautiful wild place with amazing coastline ,rugged hills lots of wildlife and friendly locals.

Exploring with two very knowledgable and experienced guides Connor and Jeannie was an absolute pleasure their enthusiasm and dynamic as a team was brilliant. Boundless energy always smiling and gently encouraging where needed, building team spirit and helping us believe we could achieve whatever we wanted. Their boundless enthusiasm was contagiois. Nothing but great company no matter what nature threw at us. The kit supplied was more than adequate, the food was top notch. Definetly make sure your kit is up to whatever nature can throw at you because this island is Wild in every sense of the word..

The trip was amazing. It was my first time to wild camping and didn't know what to expect. We each had to carry our own gear, including food, tents, equipment etc. We were off the beaten track and went into the unknown. The guides were extremely helpful and assisted in every way possible to make our experience comfortable and more memorable. The only flaw I can say about the trip was the weather. It rained constantly and the winds were high. The path was mostly bog like, making the walk even more difficult than expected. But the weather is something that cannot be controlled and had to simply roll with the punches. For future reference I wouldn't to do this trip at the end of the summer period. It should only be listed during the good months of summer. But overall, I was very satisfied with the expedition.

Had an amazing time on Rum with our guides Connor and Jeannie, loads of fun and laughs. We had some wild Scottish weather which matched the wild landscape that you find on the island. Camp food was exceptional. If you come with real expectations and an excitable and open attitude you’ll have the best time on this rare piece of the planet. 5 out of 5, would visit again

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The wildest experience I've ever had in the UK! If you want to get away from it all, this is your trip. It is challenging terrain mostly unmarked paths which is one of the things that makes it so exciting. The guides Connor and Jeannine were absolutely fantastic and went above and beyond to make our trip as safe and enjoyable as it could be. The scenery is out of this world and the soundtrack to lull you to sleep every night is either the sound of a waterfall or the wild Atlantic sea crashing against the shore. The food way exceeded expectations, I think I ate better this last week than I usually do at home. Dinner on the last night was especially wonderful with fresh lobster which was a real highlight. If I could give others considering this trip a couple of tips it would be check your boots for rips before you go, take the warnings about Gortex gear seriously, invest in some waterproof socks and definitely take some sort of sturdy sandal or crocs with you! I would go as far as to say I am a changed human being after this experience in more ways than one.... I publicly promise to never take the mic out of people who wear crocs ever again. I get it. Finally.

This is a fantastic trip! Rùm is a beautiful, wild island and the scenery is superlative throughout. The traverse of the Rùm Cuillin is some of the most exciting walking I’ve ever done - this was my highlight! Fully embrace the wild camping - be prepared to get wet and dirty - it’s all part of the experience. Our leaders - Sam and Jeannie - were great: funny, informative, supportive and passionate about wild places. One of the best short holidays I’ve ever done! Top tips: bring Smidge and a head net, dry bags to separate your gear, and a light, compact sleeping bag.

This is the perfect introductory adventure for those new to multiday hikes with wild camping. Rum was beautiful, it felt remote and very much off the beaten path.

The ridge walk included an exciting bit of scrambling and Sam did an excellent job guiding us through it making sure everyone felt safe and had a great time.

Sam and Jeannie were amazing guides and did their best to offer different walking routes each day to cater for the different abilities in the group.

Could be amazing, I'm sure the next one will. It's an extremely difficult and challenging task not to be taken lightly when booking. You will be wet, cold, and find your self in difficult situations. But as a group and with Jeannie and Sam Percival you will be lead to safety. It's a life changing experience and the people were amazing.

Sam and Jeannie were great guides who remained positive and enthusiastic at all times despite bad weather. Rum is an amazing place to explore and wild camping in different spots felt quite special.