Date: Saturday 5th → Saturday 12th September 2026 (8 days / 7 nights)
Location: Glencoe → Knoydart Peninsula → Isle of Rum → Fort William → Glasgow
Group Size: TBC
Level: Advanced - This will be one of the hardest trips we do. It’s suitable for those with strong hill-walking fitness and multi-day adventure experience or have done level 1. We don’t like generic gradings which leave you unsure… we can help anyone prepare for a trip like this if you follow our adventure training pathway and fitness advice. See below for more.
Embark on a week-long Scottish wilderness expedition through some of the most remote and dramatic terrain in the Highlands. From the glens of Glencoe, across ridgelines on Knoydart, to wild camps on the Isle of Rum, this is a journey for those who love big mountains, sea crossings, remote nights and raw landscapes. Expect steep ascents, vast skies, and rich Scottish atmosphere.
This will be a really tough trip… but the rewards will be huge, and you’ll have done something few others could dream of.
This is what being fit and capable is all about.
Trip Highlights
Knoydart is one of the most remote areas on mainland UK and a typical crossing is challenging enough - we’re taking things up a notch…
Summit three remote munros: Sgurr Mhurlagain, Sgurr an Fhuarain and Ladhar Bheinn.
Wild-camp in very remote areas of Knoydart.
Explore the Isle of Rum - wild camp on the dramatic cliffs of the west coast.
Relax in the village of Inverie and experience the famous pub The Old Forge - the most remote pub in mainland UK.
Return via ferry to Mallaig, explore the scenic Glenfinnan Viaduct, and wrap-up in towering Highlands terrain around Fort William.
Optional end of trip celebration night out in Glasgow.
Journey Outline
Day 1 – Saturday - Glasgow to Glencoe:
Meet in Glasgow (morning).
Drive to Glencoe.
Hike the “Lost Valley”.
Check in to hostel in Glencoe.
Dinner at the legendary Clachaig Inn.
The Lost Valley
It’s a lovely short hike and a perfect place to stretch our legs after a long day of travelling.
Day 2 – Sunday - Expedition Start & First Summit:
Breakfast in hostel.
Pick up expedition supplies in Fort William (camp meals etc.)
Travel to expedition start point and head for the summit of Sgurr Mhurlagain.
Camp near the summit area.
Day 3 – Monday - The Long Ridgeline:
Head to Sgurr an Fhaurain and depending on weather, aim for a sunrise ascent.
Ridgeline walk eastwards; camp in the remote Barisdale valley.
The Shoulder of Ladhar Bheinn
We’ll be in one of most remote areas of the UK, carrying all our kit!
Day 4 – Tuesday - The Final Push to Inverie (The Old Forge):
Start early making our way to Ladhar Bheinn.
Descend toward Inverie.
Have dinner and celebration in ‘The Old Forge’.
Stay in Inverie hostel.
Day 5 – Wednesday - Recovery in Fort William:
Relaxed morning.
Breakfast in Inverie.
Ferry to Mallaig and have lunch.
Collect vehicles, relax and reset in Fort William.
Day 6 – Thursday - Isle of Rum Wild Camp:
Breakfast at hostel.
Travel back to Mallaig.
Ferry to Isle of Rum.
Make our way to a remote bothy + dramatic cliffs on the west coast.
Potentially hike some of the Corbetts on the way.
Looking out to the Isle of Rum
We’ll camp on the dramatic cliffs on the island. We’ll enjoy epic views of Skye, the Outer Hebrides as well as the mainland.
Day 7 – Friday - Sight Seeing & Recovery in Tyndrum:
Breakfast on the stunning Rum clifftops.
Ferry back to Mallaig.
Visit the Harry-Potter viaduct.
If we have time, we may do a short trail run for those interested.
Stay in Tyndrum and celebrate at the local pub.
Glenfinnan Viaduct
We won’t be visiting many traditional tourist spots… but the Glenfinnan Viaduct is beautiful and worth stopping at as we’ll drive right past it.
Day 8 – Saturday:
Breakfast in accomodation.
Return to Glasgow.
Who is this for?
This adventure is an ADVANCED level trip.
You don’t need to be a HYROX superstar… or sub-3 marathon runner… - what you need above all else for this, is the ability to string days of strenuous effort together carrying a heavy expedition pack and be able to look after yourself in the wild.
Experience in UK mountainous areas is essential - let’s break it down:
Hiking - we don’t hike quickly - there’s no need. We’re not racing or in a huge hurry to get through it. We’ll break lots to enjoy the experience and the jaw-dropping landscape! The only thing you will need to consider is that you’ll have to carry camping gear (your tent, sleeping bag, food for 3 days etc.) for multiple days.
Camping - camping experience is also essential. You need to have at least camped in a campsite (not in a festival setting…) where you’ve practised skills you need (cooking on a stove, putting up a tent, organising your gear etc.). There’s no time to learn along the way.
Endurance - this is what makes this trip advanced! September is generally a good time of year to go to Scotland weather-wise but as I’m sure you can appreciate, there’s a good chance it will rain at some point! So the biggest requirement is to be able to endure the elements for multiple days.
Still unsure? Fill out the form at the bottom of the page to let us know your experience and we’ll let you know if we think it’s for you.
What’s Included
✅ Qualified mountain leader(s) for summit days.
✅ Any accommodation we need (apart from optional Glasgow night out).
✅ Breakfasts (when we’re in hostels).
✅ Group dinners and meals at key locations.
✅ Ferry crossings.
✅ Exclusive trip gift (something that’s actually useful for the trip...).
What’s Not Included
❌ Travel to Glasgow at the start.
❌ Camp meals/snacks.
❌ Travel insurance (must be arranged by you).
❌ Transport - see below.
Transport
Self-Driving Makes This Adventure Possible…
Having our own transport (i.e. without using a coach company) is key - the vehicle becomes our base and allows us to be flexible and makes the trip affordable.
Due to the nature of this trip, and to have the time we want in remote places, we need flexibility. As such, we’ll be self-driving, hiring all vehicles we need in Glasgow. Using a commercial transport provider would limit what we can achieve and also increase the trip cost significantly.
This will be arranged as a shared group cost - it’s not a commercial service, but an informal, private arrangement between participants to help keep costs down and logistics smooth.
We’ll speak to attendees about drivers etc. ahead of departure.
Transport Contribution:
We’ll use 9-seater vans mostly. We expect the cost to hire + fuel to be approximately £200-£250 per person for the trip (based on 6 people a van).
If you have any questions or concerns about how transport will work, drop us an email or chat to Freddie at a Jove session.
Cost
£1,100 £1,025**early bird offer ending Feb 2026
Secure your spot with a £250 deposit. We can also setup a monthly payment plan for you - just ask!
The remaining balance is due 30 days before the trip starts. **please read our booking terms
This expedition embodies everything Jove Club stands for - adventure, challenge, and camaraderie in remote and stunning environments. Whether you're scaling peaks, running trails, or sharing stories over a dram of whisky, this is an adventure that will stay with you long after you return home.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us at hello@thejoveclub.com or speak to Freddie at your next session.
How to Book
Please fill out the short form below. If we think it’s suitable for you, we’ll send you instructions to pay the deposit.
Kit List
Activity kit - stuff you’ll wear -
Boots or suitable approach shoes
Trail running shoes - nothing fancy, but tailored towards wet, slippery ground
Four pairs of walking socks (minimum)
Walking trousers (you can wear shorts for the day routes but bear in mind, it is much colder at the summit of any mountain!)
Thermal top / base layer
Warm layers (would recommend a fleece + lightweight down jacket)
Waterproof jacket + trousers
A thin soft-shell jacket you can use for running and hiking
Underwear
Suitable running / gym tops
Running shorts
Flip flops / sandals (optional for campsites)
In your daypack -
2 litres of water
Small first aid kit containing foot care kit, plasters, tick remover, painkillers as a minimum
Insect repellant
Mosquito head net
Waterproof bags / dry bags
Head torch plus spare batteries
Decent charging block - not only for safety on the mountains but very useful for the first few days where the ability to charge devices might be limited
Survival bag (small foil blanket)
Baseball cap or sun hat
Sunglasses
Sun cream
Two pairs of gloves as a minimum (if one pair gets wet, you’ll want a spare pair)
Warm hat
Whistle
Walking poles (optional)
Map, compass and map case (optional in case you want to practice navigation - let us know and we can tell you which maps to buy)
We’ll buy snacks when we’re there!
A 20-30L bag is fine for our day activities but you will need a larger one for the expedition (see below)
Expedition kit - all of the above plus -
A small three seasons tent - doesn’t have to be expensive! You can get very good tents at Decathlon for a reasonable price
A lightweight sleeping bag
Inflatable pillow
Inflatable mattress or roll mat
Cooking equipment (e.g. Jetboil, MSR pocket rocket, gas canisters)
Lighter
Knife
Spork
Tissues
Sealable bags for rubbish (large sandwich bags are great!)
Toothbrush + toothpaste
Eye mask
Water purification system - either a filtration bottle or tablets
Camp meals - noodles, boil in the bags or dehydrated - whatever you like - we’ll have time to buy some before the wild camps
Hot drink sachets for the evenings
Optional small book or headphones
55-65L expedition pack that can fit a tent, sleeping bag and all your camping equipment in
For the pubs and hostels -
Toiletries
Towel
Comfortable clothes
Any form of entertainment you want
Chargers (would recommend a 4-way plug socket if you have a few devices to charge)