Glenlivet Hill Trek
Glenlivet Hill Trek
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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About
We are a specialist off road touring company established in 2009 based in Glenlivet in the Scottish Highlands infamous for its illicit whisky production and smuggling in the mid 18th to mid 19th century. We use 4 x 4 Land Rovers Station Wagons and 8x8 Argocat vehicles driven by expert local guides to transport clients on a selection of whisky history and heritage themed tours within the Cairngorms National Park and Speyside. Although our tours specialise in whisky smuggling and folklore, they include distillery visits, wildlife, stunning scenery and a whisky or two. We offer tours ranging from 2 hour to full day excursions. We cater for corporate events to a maximum of 15 persons. We were Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards Finalists in the 'Best Outdoor Adventure' category in 2015,2017, 2018 and 2017 winners of the Spirit of Speyside Awards 'Best New Event' category. NOTE.
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Michelle F
Boynton Beach, FL11 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Charlie showed us an amazing, interesting, relaxing time! We did the illicit tour and how interesting it was. He was full of information and facts. He took his time pointing out things of interest, wildlife, etc. The conclusion in the bothy really made the experience memorable. Oh, and the whiskey is good too!!
Written 20 September 2023
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Thanks for taking the time to review us and for your kind words.
It was a pleasure showing you all around.
Written 10 October 2023
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enibas90
4 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
Despite 4 of us knackered after a long journey, Charlie kept our energy up, was a wealth of information and keen to ensure we enjoyed our time. Incredibly friendly guy, who took the time to answer questions and give an insight into the local area. Loved the walk and the tour
Written 5 September 2023
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Thanks for taking the time to review us and your kind comments.
It was an absolute pleasure walking with you all.
Written 10 October 2023
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Jenny D
Aberdeen, UK25 contributions
Apr 2023
This was my third tour with Glenlivet Hill Trek and I must say it was the best one yet.
Great transport and facilities and a fantastic guide.
Knowledgeable and entertaining
100% recommend.
Great transport and facilities and a fantastic guide.
Knowledgeable and entertaining
100% recommend.
Written 12 May 2023
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Written 10 October 2023
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Sarah
3 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
This was an absolutely top experience for us on our 9 day trip in Scotland! Charlie was well prepared, so knowledge, and very friendly! We really lucked out with great weather, but even if it had not been sunny, it was amazing to drink Scotch where it originated! A must do!
Written 9 November 2022
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Sandeep
Ruislip, UK16 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
Great guide Charlie took care of us. Good knowledge, friendly manner. Would recommend to anyone looking to have a guided tour
Written 28 August 2022
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Stephen Rose
1 contribution
Jul 2022
Loved my walk with Charlie. Extra bonus was seeing the excavated original Glen Livet Distillery with the experts digging on site.
Lots to learn and see, highly recommended.
Lots to learn and see, highly recommended.
Written 9 August 2022
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Thanks for taking the time to review us and for your kind comments.
It was a pleasure showing you around.
Written 10 October 2023
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siskog2015
London, UK4 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
The booking and planning of our Livet on The Edge Argo Tour was made easy by Charlie and Susan Ironside. They were helpful, flexible and very accommodating, making sure the trip was perfectly tailored for the three generations of our family group.
We were given detailed instructions on the time and meeting place of the tour and all safety requirements were fully adhered to before the start of the trip.
Charlie was a fun tour guide, managing to engage everyone with information on the history and geography as well as current and future plans for the Glenlivet Estate and Distillery.
At the cairn, we enjoyed a wee dram of the Glenlivet’s famous produce and Irn-Bru, ‘Scotland’s other National drink’ for the youngsters!
Charlie offered to take photographs of our group at various points of interest during the tour and true to his promise, he promptly forwarded the shots to us by a text message!
After the tour, Charlie went above and beyond his official remit as our guide by recommending us a stunning picnic spot by The Old Packhorse Bridge.
We would wholeheartedly recommend this tour.
We were given detailed instructions on the time and meeting place of the tour and all safety requirements were fully adhered to before the start of the trip.
Charlie was a fun tour guide, managing to engage everyone with information on the history and geography as well as current and future plans for the Glenlivet Estate and Distillery.
At the cairn, we enjoyed a wee dram of the Glenlivet’s famous produce and Irn-Bru, ‘Scotland’s other National drink’ for the youngsters!
Charlie offered to take photographs of our group at various points of interest during the tour and true to his promise, he promptly forwarded the shots to us by a text message!
After the tour, Charlie went above and beyond his official remit as our guide by recommending us a stunning picnic spot by The Old Packhorse Bridge.
We would wholeheartedly recommend this tour.
Written 24 July 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to review us and for your kind comments.
We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Scotland.
Written 30 July 2022
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kathleenode
Strongsville, Ohio2 contributions
Jun 2022
My friend Jen and I did this trek with Charlie. He was charming and found some great spots to taste the Glenlivet Scotch. Lunch in his ‘bothy’ was an unexpected and unique experience. A must do in Scotland if you enjoy scotch!
Written 23 June 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to review us. Showing you both around was an absolute pleasure.
Written 30 July 2022
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Sam
1 contribution
Jun 2022
Can't recommend a Hill Trek adventure enough! Great way to see the country and learn more about the surrounding area. Charlie is super knowledgable and offers a wonderful experience.
Written 15 June 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to review us and for your kind comments. We hope you and your family thoroughly enjoyed your time in Scotland.
Written 16 June 2022
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Gemini
Lossiemouth, UK27 contributions
May 2022 • Solo
An amazing experience with Charles, driving through glenlivet where only the land rover can reach with history and great drams this is a one off tour which is unique and really great value.
Written 11 May 2022
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Praise indeed. Thank you very much for your kind comments it was a pleasure showing you around.
Written 12 May 2022
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somanyplacestosee
Seattle, WA16 contributions
Quick question : Are kids allowed? We have a 7 and 11 yr old. Please let us know.
CSGHT
Glenlivet, UK8 contributions
Hi
Thanks for your enquiry.
Yes children are allowed. For our full day tours that involve a distillery tour under 18’s are not permitted within the distillery. We can however offer the alternative of a visit to a rare breeds farm with the opportunity to hand feed the Cairngorm reindeer herd. The kids love it!
Hope this answers your question.
Kind Regards,
Charlie Ironside
Owner/Operator