10 days. Countless lochs. A tiny stove, unpredictable weather, and the kind of freedom you remember.
The plan was loose on purpose: start in Edinburgh, point the van north, and let the weather decide.
The route
Glencoe — Isle of Skye — Applecross — Torridon. The single-track roads slow you down, which is exactly the point.
Gear that earned its keep
- A 1-l titanium kettle
- A small gas stove that worked at 5°C
- A tarp + bivy combo for wild camping
What I'd do differently
Bring a better waterproof map case and one more pair of dry socks.