The challenge is unique,the rewards are unrivalled and the memories are unforgetable. Snowholing in Scotland is for some one of the most remarkable experiences of their lives. Imagine flickering candle light giving way to the soft light of a pristine winters dawn as you emerge from your snowy abode. Not a soul about, a vast winter wonderland all to ourselves. 

Our inspiration isn’t your local rabbit warren but the Sistine Chapel!! Well, almost. We construct a snowhole designed specifically for Scottish conditions. We make it big with a vaulted roof for good ventilation. The focus is on enjoying the experience. Although at times tough, this isn’t an SAS survival course. We put the time in to make our communial snowhole comfortable. Once the hard work is done it’s time to snuggle into your cosy sleeping bag, sit back, relax, and enjoy the cameraderie of the shared experience. Your guide cooks up a delicious home-prepared 3 course meal for us all to enjoy together. Who else can boast Carrot and Cardamon soup in a snowhole!

After a day of essential winter skills training we embark on a 2 day expedition spending the night out deep in the snowy wilderness. The route takes us across the Cairngorm (4085ft) - Ben Macdui (4295ft) plateau to to learn the essentials of good snow hole design and efficient construction.

Experience & Fitness:Snowholing isn’t for the faint hearted. Clients should have plenty of stamina and a good level of physical fitness to cope with three physically demanding days in the winter mountains. The 2 expedition days will involve about 4-5 hours walking with around a 10+ kg rucksack, in what could be difficult conditions. On the 1st Expedition day the walk-in is followed by at least 3hrs of heavy digging. Clients should have had some previous hillwalking experience, preferably in winter though this isn’t essential.