Grandtully Hotel
Strathtay, Scotland, United Kingdom (UK)[10.9 miles]
A gourmet escape in rural Perthshire, this chic boutique hotel’s highlights include cosy, contemporary rooms and hand-crafted cocktails.
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Highland Safaris [hiking]
A magnificent red deer stag
Last updated: 09 November, 2022
It’s not exactly the Serengeti, but head out on a mountain safari with a kilted ranger on a 250,000-acre Highland estate and you can still notch up plenty of wildlife sightings, and get a sense of the sheer scale of one of Europe’s last great wildernesses.
As you bump down the mountain tracks, looking for magnificent red deer or golden eagles soaring overhead, your guide will also weave tales of the areas fascinating geology and history.
You can also go on foot – they offer a 4-hour guided wilderness walk with a safari ranger, which includes a picnic.
While you’re there
The centre also offers a 4WD off-road driving experience, whereby you (with an experienced instructor by your side) get to drive a Land Rover around a special hilltop off-roading track.
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Minimum age: Any
Age suitable: 6+
When: All year around
Duration: 2-3 hours
Getting there & doing it
From Aberfeldy follow the B846 past Castle Menzies until you see signs for Highland Safaris at Dull Village.
Booking in advance is recommended during school holidays (Easter, July-August). Arrive at reception 15 minutes ahead of time as Land Rover departures are scheduled.
Take binoculars for wildlife spotting, and a hat and gloves in winter, boots and waterproofs. You can get four seasons in a day here.
When to do it
Safaris operate all year (except in severe weather). 4WD morning safaris tend to depart at 9.30am and others leave in early afternoon.
Each season has its highlights: dawn in spring is spellbinding, while in autumn you have the drama of the stags’ rut and the spectacular autumn colours.
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Cooking classes at Ballintaggart Farm
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