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Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Overview
See the famous Hairy Cows in their natural environment in Edinburgh. They can be difficult to find on the hill, so choose this guided experience to make this easier.
Join an Edinburgh-based Mountain Guide on a hike in the hills on the outskirts of the city
Experience the rugged beauty of some of Scotland's mountains as we hike through some of the country's most amazing landscapes.
This hike takes us up into the hills, where we often see rare wildlife, spectacular cityscapes, and incredible mountain views.
We meet at Hillend, which is about 30 minites from the city centre.
Getting up high allows us to find the cows more easily.
We descend down the hillside where we can look for the local herd of Highland Cows grazing in their natural mountain environment. The cows live out on the hill 365 days a year and are kept as conservation grazers, helping to restore the natural ecology.
We finish at Swanston Farm (lunch can bee booked) where a few more cows can be seen in a field.
What's included
Qualified Mountain Leader
Footwear: Please bring suitable shoes/boots for hiking
Clothing: Please bring warm clothing and a waterproof coat. In Summer bring a hat and/or suncream
What to expect
Edinburgh
Pass by
We meet just 30 minutes from the centre of Edinburgh
Pentland Hills
2h
See the cows roaming freely on the hillside, sometimes they are easy to find, sometimes we have to search for them
We hike up to a view point to see over the city, Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat, and the sea
Edinburgh Castle
Pass by
Views of Edinburgh Castle and the city skyline
Swanston Farm
30m
See more cows at Swanston Farm
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
We meet by the map at the top of the car park.
Look out for my orange rucksack.
The nearest bus stop is Lothianburn Golf Club, a short walk from our meeting point
End point
Additional information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
