Hill & Nature Hike - Discover Real Edinburgh With a Local Expert
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This is a MUST DO Hiking Tour in the prettiest hill range from all the hills that creates Edinburgh. Find the Scottish Highland feel & Discover Stunning Scottish Nature just on outskirts of capital city! If you love nature & want to explore real beauty of Edinburgh and famous Pentland Hills, then this is the ideal Hiking tour for you. ( BACK BY LUNCH-TIME, ALL DAY BUS TICKET INCLUDED!)
We might even spot world famous Highland Cows (Hairy Coos), local Sheep, Deer, nesting Birds during our hike. Pentland is a protected hill range National Park.
We’ll hike around 5 to 6 miles (8 - 10 KM), with an elevation gain of 493 meters (1600FT). You’ll learn about flora & fauna, geology, Scottish history and nature. Pentlands offer stunning views over the whole of Edinburgh and Lothian region, the Borders and Fife. You'll also see Scottish Lochs (Lakes). We'll go at the pace of everyone in the group & take breaks.
This is the BEST Hiking Tour in Edinburgh Scotland!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We’ll hike around 5 - 6 miles (8 - 10 KM) with an elevation gain of 493 meters (1600FT). We finish our tour at a different location than our start location around 1:30 pm. Then it is a 20 to 30 mins bus ride back to the city centre. So please leave some buffer time for your next appointment. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 1. This hike is for both beginners and experienced hikers but Minimum Fitness level is required. You need to be okay or use to hiking up & down hills for couple of hours 2. Good hiking footwear is essential. 3. Scottish weather is unpredictable however the walk will go ahead even if it is raining, so please dress accordingly and carry waterproof clothing. Some form of jacket or windbreaker, the hill gets windy. I carry couple of hiking poles with me just in-case you need to borrow them.
-Please book a private tour with kids under 7 years of age. Contact to arrange "Rishi's Edinburgh Tours".
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Light snacks (Energy Bars & Crisps) and a bottle of water is included.
I will also provide an ALL DAY BUS TICKET. You can use it till midnight, as many times you want.
What To Expect
Pentland Hills
The Pentland Hills Regional Park covers an area of 90 km2 (35 sq miles). With 100 kms (62.13 miles) of Walkway marked trails and hundreds on unmarked trails, 14 peaks ranging from 473m to 579m (1617 ft to 1900 ft) and 13 reservoirs, there are many options for more challenging hikes at higher elevation and easier walks at lower levels.
Pentland Hills
This is a MUST DO Hiking Tour in the prettiest hill range from all the hills that creates Edinburgh. Find the Scottish Highland feel & Discover Stunning Scottish Nature just on outskirts of capital city! If you love nature & want to explore real beauty of Edinburgh and famous Pentland Hills, then this is the ideal Hiking tour for you. ( BACK BY LUNCH-TIME, ALL DAY BUS TICKET INCLUDED!) We might even spot world famous Highland Cows (Hairy Coos), local Sheep, Deer, nesting Birds during our hike. It is just like the Scottish Highland Experience. We’ll hike around 5 to 6 miles (8 - 10 KM), with an elevation gain of 493 meters (1600FT). You’ll learn about flora & fauna, geology, Scottish history and nature. Pentlands offer stunning views over the whole of Edinburgh and Lothian region, the Borders and Fife. You'll also see Scottish Lochs (Lakes). We'll go at the pace of everyone in the group & take breaks. This is the BEST Hiking Tour in Edinburgh Scotland!
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Hill Walking in Edinburgh Scotland United Kingdom
Guided Hike / Walk
Duration: 4 hours
Light snacks, Bottle of water : Light snacks and bottle of water included.
Local Bus (Day ticket): I will also provide an ALL DAY BUS TICKET. You can use it till midnight as many times as you want.
Reviews
136 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Exercise/Relaxation/Learning
Elesia H,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very enjoyable hike with Rishi, a passionate hiker and knowledgeable guide! I left the Pentland Hills hike with a smile on my face. The 6 mile hike provided an excellent amount of physical exercise. Seeing various plants such as spruce and nettle and learning about their medicinal benefits was appreciated. Relaxing together with some snacks while enjoying the sights and sounds of the nature around us added to the experience. Being able to see the Highland cows and sheep up close in their natural habitat was an unexpected treat. Whoever is searching for a great hiking experience should definitely sign up for this one. Thanks Rishi!
AMAZING! It was great...
Heather F,
Jun 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00AMAZING! It was great having a small group & explore areas that I would not normally do so by myself. Rishi was very knowledgeable & answered all my questions & showed me what I had wanted to see. Nice seeing areas that are more of what Scotland is.
So worth it! Definitely...
Sophia B,
May 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00So worth it! Definitely perfect for those wanting to get out of the city and be in nature. The first bit is definitely a bit steep, but as long as you have somewhat good fitness, you’ll be fine. Rishi is a wonderful guide! He is very knowledgeable of both local and natural history; making sure to stop a ton of times and share very interesting location based information.
Wonderful Tour Guide
Vanessa C,
May 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00We learned so much about the local fauna and nature during the hike! Rishi the tour guide was incredibly well prepared. He brought more than enough water and snacks for the group. He knew so much about Scottish history and the local geography! The hike was well worth the view of the city and it was wonderful to get away from the tourist crowds of the old town in Edinburgh. 10/10 would recommend!
Amazing hike
Amanda S,
Oct 19, 2024
- Viator
5.00This was a beautiful hike just outside of Edinburgh in the Pentland hills. Rishi was a superb guide, friendly and very informative knew alot about the local history, geology and local vegetation. The beginning of the hike was a steep climb but Rishi was encouraging and paced according to needs. The way down was at an easier pace. At the top Rishi provided water and snacks. Throughly enjoyed this hike would recommend to anyone whether a hiker or not, great experience. Thanks Rishi outstanding tour.
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