The Viking Loop
In Summary
£480.00
2 - 6 People
4 Days
Let's follow in the wake of the vikings that raided the area in the 1200s.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Tarbet to Inchcailloch
Day 2 - Inchcailloch to Ardmore
Day 3 - Ardmore to Ardentinny
Day 4 - Ardentinny to Arrochar
*This is our ideal itinerary however it may change when we're on the go as we'll work with the weather and pick campsites best suited to us on each day.
Trip Details
Starting at Tarbet we'll head south on Loch Lomond, before dropping down the River Leven onto the Clyde.
From there we'll head out into the firth before heading up Loch Long to Arrochar before completing our trip with an optional portage back to Tarbet.
What's Included?
✓ Highly experienced & qualified coach
✓ Transport from and to the meeting point
✓ PFDs/buoyancy aids, helmets
✓ Canoes & paddles
✓ Waterproof storage, 60ltr barrels per person
✓ Group shelter
✓ First Aid kit
✓ Photos from your adventure
✓ Camping stoves, tea, coffee, etc
✓ Fresh food from first lunch till lunch on the last day
✓ Cutlery, bowls & plates
✓ Shared 2-person tents
What's not Included?
✗ Trip Insurance
✗ Personal Expenses
✗ Accommodation
What skill level should I have to join a Wilderness Journey trip?
Our Wilderness Journeys are primarily holiday trips designed for you to get out and enjoy the Wilderness. However, depending on your trip, you should consider the following:
How comfortable are you living in the outdoors?
You should be at ease with spending long periods outside in the elements.
Scotland is renowned for experiencing all four seasons in a single day. However, more often than not, it tends to be cold and damp, so you will need to find contentment in that and consider anything else a bonus.
What about camping?
We use two-person tents to help minimise our environmental footprint. We aim to share tents only within booking parties; however, this is not always possible. If this presents an issue, please get in touch with us, and we can discuss options.
Padding skill?
The Viking Loop is an Intermediate "Blue" Trip, meaning we’ll be on the lochs, which may include some exposure to the elements.
You don't need to have done much canoeing before, but we will spend up to 5 hours a day on the water, with plenty of breaks on land or afloat.
Remember, you'll want to cultivate mental space to enjoy the journey rather than merely survive. If you're uncertain about your skill level, please email us at hello@cagadventures.com so we can discuss your suitability for this Wilderness Journey.
Who do I paddle with?
Our Wilderness Journeys are designed as tandem trips. You can either paddle with the same person each day or swap partners daily.
What if I want to paddle solo?
Please let us know before your trip if you want to paddle solo. We may be able to accommodate you, but you might find that one of our Learning Journeys better suits you.
