Join Hillgoers for a unique introduction to wild camping that begins with the ascent of Glas Tulaichean, leads into a remote overnight camp at Loch nan Eun, and finishes with a wilderness walk out through Gleann Taitneach.

This immersive two-day journey blends Munro bagging, essential wild camping skills, and a true sense of remoteness in the heart of the Cairngorms.

From summit to starlight, this is a genuine Highland adventure — walking high, camping wild, and travelling quietly through one of Scotland’s most beautiful and lesser-visited mountain areas.

Pre Trip Info: We will send useful videos and host a video meet for participants to set you up for a perfect adveture.

✅ Why Choose This Trip?

Combine a Munro ascent with a remote high-loch wild camp
Learn safe, responsible wild camping skills from an experienced Mountain Leader
Camp in a beautiful remote mountain setting
Small group experience with a strong learning focus
A perfect stepping stone into multi-day mountain journeys and backpacking

🏕️🚶‍♂️ Trip Details

Location: Glas Tulaichean, Loch nan Eun & Gleann Taitneach, Cairngorms

Duration: 2 days / 1 night

Total distance: Approx. 23-33km (depending on conditions and Munros)

Total ascent: Around 1540 m (including 2 optional Munros with light packs)

Grade: Level 3 – Find out more about our walk grading here

Group size: Limited to 6 people

🏔️ Day 1 – Glas Tulaichean & Walk to Camp

We begin with a steady ascent of Glas Tulaichean (1,051 m), gaining height gradually into open upland terrain. The summit offers wide-ranging views across the southern Cairngorms and sets the tone for a true high-level journey.

From the summit, we descend into increasingly remote ground, dropping toward the hidden basin that cradles Loch nan Eun. Along the way, your Mountain Leader will introduce key wild camping skills, including:

Pack fitting and weight management
Choosing a safe and discreet camp location
Navigation and mountain decision-making
Weather awareness
Leave No Trace principles

Once at the loch, we pitch camp in a stunning high-mountain setting. With tents established and packs lightened, the evening is spent preparing food, relaxing beside the water, and enjoying the quiet of the hills. On clear nights, this is a superb spot for stargazing in one of Scotland’s finest dark-sky areas. In the lighter months (May to July) perhaps a sunset ascent of another Munro?

🏔️ Day 2 – Gleann Taitneach Wilderness Exit

We will hopefully wake to a still mountain morning, sharing breakfast at the loch before breaking camp and carefully packing away our temporary home. Depending on conditions, we may want to bag another Munro before taking down camp.

The return journey follows the beautiful line of Gleann Taitneach, one of the Cairngorms’ quieter and more atmospheric glens. The route winds between granite slopes, open moorland and winding burns, offering a peaceful and reflective end to the journey.

We arrive back tired, fulfilled, and far richer in mountain confidence — having completed a true two-day mountain journey.

** As with all of our mountain adventures, we keep a certain amount of flexibility with our plan; it’s ultimately dependent on the weather and conditions. Rest assured that your experienced Mountain Leader will adapt a plan accordingly and explain their decision making process along the way.

⛺ Skills & Equipment Focus

This trip is ideal for those new to wild camping or looking to improve confidence with overnight mountain travel. You will gain hands-on experience with:

Tent pitching in mountain conditions
Stove use and camp cooking
Overnight comfort and safety strategies
Route planning and navigation in remote terrain
Environmental responsibility and low-impact camping

📅 Book Your Trip

Book a scheduled event with us via the pop up, or reach out to design a perfect tailor-made experience for you.
👉 Get in touch to book a bespoke date or create a custom itinerary.
👉 Or visit our Guided Walks page to explore more Hillgoers adventures.

Additional Information

Meet Time & Location

Meet at Dalmunzie House Hotel walkers car park at 12.30pm.

Joining Details & Kit

We will host a video call before the event to answer any questions and give tips prior to joining. We have a selection of light weight tents, sleeping bags, and mats available to hire.

Joining details, participation forms and kit lists will be sent out the week before the walk.

Please have a look in our shop, we can post or deliver items to you at the event. All participants receive a 15% discount on goods (except gift vouchers, sale items and books).

Please contact us for any additional information.

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