HikingMany hikes can be made in the Geopark. Challenging walks are the ascent of Conival and Ben More Assynt, Foinaven and Suilven.
Bird WatchingThe Geopark as a great variety of birds. One of the best places is the Handa Island Bird Reserve which in the right time of year can host up to 100.000 breeding seabirds, such as puffins, shags, guillemots and kittiwakes. Handa Island can only be reached by open ferry from the hamlet of Tarbet. This ferry is operated by the Scottish Wildlife Trust and operates from April to September (http://www.swt.org.uk/wil...).
Rock climbingGenerally the best rock climbing is on the Torridonian Sandstone. Excellent rock climbing can be found on the sea cliffs near Reiff, on the Coigach Peninsula. Climbs on Stac Pollaidh are also well-known, but probably the best known climbs are on the sea-stacks of Am Buachaille and The Old Man of Stoer. Good climbs on Lewisian Gneiss can be found around Kinlochbervie and Sheigra. In Strath Dionard there are some good climbs on quartzite.None of the climbing routes have bolts or pegs, so all protection must be placed by the climber. The best source of information is the climbers guide "The Northern Hihglands" publihsed by the Scottish Mountaineering Club, available in outdoor shops throughout Scotland
CavingSmoo Cave near Durness is a huge cave entrance, widened by coastal erosion. In summertime, a small boat tour can be made deeper in the cave. Challenging caves - for experienced cavers only - are near Inchandamph and Elphin.
FishingFishing for trout is possible in many lochs, but permits are needed! Try the Inchnadamph Hotel.
GolfA 9-hole golf course overlooking the Atlantic is at Durness; visitors are welcome. For info see website of the Durness Golf Club (http://www.durnessgolfclub.org)
Organised activities
Guided walks are organised by the Countryside Rangers during the summer months. See (http://www.northwest-high...) for details or check out the Visitor centres / Tourist Information centres at Lochinver or Durness.
Walking holidays There are two local trekkking companies that organise walking holidays in and around the Geopark: Point North West (http://www.pointnorthwest...) and North West Frontiers (http://www.nwfrontiers.com/). The "Nor' West Trek" organised by North West frontiers crosses the enitre Geopark in a six-day trek. Both companies use local tour guides with a wealth of knowledge of the local flora, fauna, history and geology.
Outdoor activitites Outdoor activity holidays for adults, families and youngstres are organised by Cape Adventure (http://www.capeadventure....). Activities include sea kayaking, climbing, abseiling and orienteering.
