Rewilding Experience 2027
Just wanted to say a big thank you to the team for hosting such a brilliant weekend. Just want to get back out into the hills again. That Sunday walk was epic and the wool dyeing was totally sick!” – Veena.
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.
Quick booking, dates available: > Friday 9 to Sunday 11 April 2027 | > Thursday 3 to Saturday 5 September 2027
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.
Who is my host?
Franny Schlicke – Visitor Experience & Operations Supervisor.
Growing up in rural Aberdeenshire, with a great love for being outside in the hilliest parts of Scotland, she left to study Geography at Cambridge University, developing particular interests in political ecology, and biogeography. Determined to return to Scotland, upon graduating she moved to the Isle of Arran to work in outdoors education. A qualified Mountain Leader since 2021, her work has always involved guiding groups of all ages and abilities in some of the remoter parts of the Highlands and Islands. She has worked at Dundreggan Rewilding Centre since 2024, seeking to ensure that no visitor escapes without learning something of our ecological restoration work, and the role of Gaelic in this! As a Gaelic speaker, with a good understanding of Trees for Life’s varied projects, she represents the charity in interviews with BBC Alba and Radio nan Gàidheal.
Imagine your Rewilding Experience…
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) |
Choose your Rewilding Experience.
| This includes: | Day Rate | Shared Occupancy Twin/Double Room: | Single Occupancy Double Room: |
| Price | £395.00 per person | £595.00 per person | £695.00 |
| Are meals included in the price? | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Can I access all of the activities and sessions? | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| What accessibility options are there at Dundreggan? | We have a wheelchair accessible footpaths and toilets at our centre. Please get in touch if you have any questions. | We have a wheelchair accessible footpaths and toilets at our centre as well as accessible rooms available at An Spiris. Please get in touch if you have any questions. | We have a wheelchair accessible footpaths and toilets at our centre as well as accessible rooms available at An Spiris. Please get in touch if you have any questions. |
| Can I extend my stay in the hotel accommodation? | No, as this option does not include an overnight stay. | Yes | Yes |
| Will I have extra time to explore Dundreggan on my own? | No. | Yes | Yes |
| Is there anywhere I can meet other guests during the retreat? | No. | Yes, we have a communal room in our accommodation. | Yes, we have a communal room in our accommodation. |
| Will I have complete privacy after the day is over? | No as no overnight stay included. | No, as this is a room mate rate. | Yes, as this is a private room. |
Rewilding Experience Dates
Friday 9 – Sunday 11 April 2027
Single occupancy room: £695.00
Shared occupancy twin or double room: £1,190.00 (£595.00 per person)
Day rate (no accommodation): £395.00
Maximum 12 participants
Thursday 3 – Saturday 5 September 2027
Single occupancy room: £695.00
Shared occupancy twin or double room: £595.00
Day rate (no accommodation): £395.00
Maximum 12 participants
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.
