Rewilding Experience
What you can expect
Join us for a nature-packed experience where we will guide you on a weekend of rewilding and wildlife activities, immersed in the beautiful landscape of Dundreggan estate. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about local wildlife and plants, including tracks and signs, plant identification and much more.
It is also an opportunity to explore the role of Gaelic language and culture in rewilding, and get an introduction to Dundreggan’s Gaelic landscape! Learn more about Trees for Life’s exciting projects to restore the Caledonian forest and return biodiversity to the Highlands.
Who is the Rewilding Experience for?
Adults looking to learn more about the nature and wildlife of the Scottish Highlands and develop a greater understanding of a rewilding landscape. If you are looking for a longer experience and more time with the experts who are making rewilding happen, check out our Rewilding in Action Experience.
Most of the activities are suitable for all audiences, including those with additional accessibility needs. However, some of the planned walks may include occasionally steep, pathless terrain. If you have questions about accessibility please get in touch.
Rewilding Experience Dates
Friday 3 – Sunday 5 April 2026
Single occupancy room: £760
Shared occupancy twin or double room: £1150 (£575pp)
Maximum 12 participants
Friday 16 – Sunday 18 October 2026
Single occupancy room: £760
Shared occupancy twin or double room: £1150 (£575pp)
Maximum 12 participants
Rewilding Experience Itinerary
You will receive a finalised itinerary and kit list via email in the fortnight ahead of the residential. All meals are included and will be served in our An Nead café or as a packed lunch to take with you. Please note: activities, locations, and timings may be subject to change.
| Day One – Rewilding Experience – Arrivals and introductions (2.30pm) – Introductory rewilding walk, including tree nursery tour – Settle into rooms in accommodation, and free time – Dinner – Guided evening walk with bat detectors |
| Day Two – Rewilding Experience – Breakfast (8 – 9am) – Hill walk to explore rewilding projects on Dundreggan Estate – Lunch – Fire-side session – lichen-dying and Gaelic folklore – Free time – Dinner – Film screening of Riverwoods |
| Day Three – Rewilding Experience – Breakfast (8 – 9am) – Check out of rooms and return keys – Guided wildlife tracking walk, identifying signs and sounds of animals at Dundreggan – Lunch – Departures (2pm) |
Accommodation
Immerse yourself in the Caledonian forest with two nights in our accommodation, An Spiris. Stay in the double or twin en-suite rooms and relax in the comfortable and cosy communal space. Towels and bed linen are provided, and a boot room is available for drying outdoor gear.
Please get in touch if you would like to extend your stay (arriving sooner or staying extra nights) in An Spiris. The residentials have been scheduled to align with public bus timetables.