The Self-Guided Travel Podcast

Cold Water Therapy and Highland Wildlife: A Highland Escape


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Join us for a solo self-guided journey along Scotland’s iconic West Highland Way with host Arlette Godges in this episode of The Self-Guided Travel Podcast.

At the fast-flowing Falls of Falloch, Arlette hears about the benefits of cold water therapy with Claire Gray before the pair take an icy dip. Among the pine trees, Highland Cows and Red Squirrels explore the history and landscape of Scotland with Arlette at the halfway point of her self-guided Macs Adventure. 

Distance : 12 miles

Duration : 6:0 hr

Ascent / Descent : 384 m / 178 m

Summary : Enjoy spectacular views south over Loch Lomond, and north towards the mountains of the Highlands, as you make your way to Crianlarich. The West Highland Way then passes through forest, by the ruined priory of St Fillan, and across moorland to the busy little village of Tyndrum.


Highlights Include:

  • 04’00 Wildswimming with wellness enthusiast and wild swimmer, Claire Gray at the Falls of Falloch.
  • 11’56 Arlette encounters her first Highland Coo and goes looking for Red Squirrels!
  • 14’35 Souvenir hunting in Tyndrum at The Green Welly Stop.
  • Insights into self-guided hiking tours and the joys of exploring Scotland’s dramatic landscapes at your own pace.

  • Whether you're dreaming of hiking Scotland's West Highland Way, exploring Scotland walking tours, or planning your next self-guided hiking adventure, this episode has it all. Discover tips, local insights, and the magic of solo hiking through one of the world's most famous trails.

    Start planning your adventure today with Macs Adventure, the experts in self-guided travel. Discover the largest selection of hiking and biking routes in Scotland, Europe and beyond, all designed to help you explore spectacular destinations at your own pace.

    Book your next Self-Guided Travel adventure at macsadventure.com

    Produced by: The Big Light

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