Many visitors fall in love with Scotland’s dramatic landscapes, but what they often remember most is the time they spent with their guide. Experiencing the country with a local isn’t just about sightseeing – our guides feel at home here, and they want you to feel the same. They’ll share personal stories, local tips, and a genuine slice of Scottish life along the way!
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What really made this tour a 5/5 for me was our absolute legend of a guide. The storytelling was so visually crafted I was able to jump back in time and really appreciate Scotland’s history and lore.
Every stone has a story, and I love finding out what is underneath each stone whilst taking in the views of our bonnie country 🏴
Passionate friendly Scotsman. Proud to show off this wee Country’s mesmerising landscapes and share tales of ancient folklore and fascinating history. Happiest by a loch or walking through one of Scotland’s majestic glens. Up a mountain, followed by a dram of whisky by the fire is my perfect way to end a day out in Scotland. What a regard is Paradise Bonnie Scotland.
I'm a Glasgow gal who escaped the big city and decided to invade the Highlands with my big bubbly personality and cheeky banter! Absolutely loving being a tour guide and getting to share Bonnie Scotland with the world! I have plenty to say and Scotland has plenty to show! It truly is a breathtaking place to visit. Living my best life either in the Tour Bus or in my campervan. Either way getting out and about spending time in nature.
My name is Iain and I am passionate about the Highlands and Scotland in general. For me, it's a love affair with the beauty of the landscape, the rich complexity of the history of the lands, over thousands of years, combined with a deep respect for the language, regional dialects and culture of Scotland. It's nice to be able to talk about it and hopefully be entertaining at the same time.
A Moray born and raised girl, often found on a windswept hill or one of Scotland's incredible beaches. I'm thrilled that I get to adventure around the highlands all day as a guide. Can't wait for a busy summer of sharing the fun with lots of travellers!
An Englishman that got lost in the Highlands and fell in love with Scotland. This incredible land has everything from breath-taking landscapes, enthralling history, and wonderfully friendly people. I love helping people explore this magical country, learning new folklore tales and trying new whisky.
What I enjoy most is are people - people make Scotland! Great stories & music is to be heard all while looking over stunning landscapes, whether it’s Edinburgh, the highlands or the Isle of Lewis & Harris. Scotland makes for a great office!
My favourite thing about this job is meeting people from all over the world and making new friends and getting to show off my beautiful wee country . I also love anything Harry Potter - experience the magic on my tour!🚂
I love showing Scotland off to people, especially the mountains, which I absolutely love. I'm a renowned Scottish landscape photographer and YouTuber, as well as a mountain leader and avid trekker. I enjoy getting into the Highlands whenever possible.
Half-Scottish, half-English, ALL Ginger. I still can’t believe I get paid to show people the most beautiful parts of this country I love. When I’m not telling stories on the road I’m telling stories in Edinburgh’s vibrant theatre scene. Eternally yapping.
Glaswegian tour guide and photographer - love getting out and about in glorious Scotland, seeing the wildlife and landscapes. Showing off our beautiful country to new visitors is always a joy, we are rather fortunate. Coastlines, mountains, sandy beaches and great food, we have it all here!
Driving lovely people to the most beautiful parts of my country and sharing a few stories (and maybe a bit of nonsense) along the way. It hardly feels like work when you love what you do 😃
The variety in this job is unreal! From the tour choices, to the people, you are pretty much guaranteed something new on every trip. But it’s the sights and locations that are the real biggies, from a stunning sunset over Oban to a dramatic, misty day on Skye.
As I start my 23rd season as a tour guide with Highland Explorer, I see myself as one of the most fortunate people in Scotland. Sharing the sites and stories from Shetland, to the Scottish Borders is a passion that grows deeper with every tour I have the pleasure in guiding, I hope to share our Scotland with you soon.
Originally from the Lowlands and having grown up in the city, I never tire of getting out and seeing the Highlands! I have a real passion for sharing stories about Scottish history and the folklore of this country. You will usually find me either up a hill and enjoying the views, or at the bottom enjoying a whisky...it depends on the weather!
Since joining the team in 2019, I have been proud to be part of Highland Explorer! Every day and tour is a new adventure... I love being able to show off how beautiful and magnificent my home country is!
After spending 6 years following the sun around the world, a dastardly virus brought me home to Bonnie Scotland. Now I'm behind the wheel, showing off some of the best wee spots we have to offer and I can say it rivals some of the wonders of the world. Lowland born, Highland heart.
Born a Fifer but I'm a Highlander at heart. Being passionate about Scotland is one thing but sharing that passion with people only makes the heart grow fonder. From sampling our finest whisky, hearing about our troubled past to following trails to hidden gems, there's something to make everyone fall in love with Scotland.
A lowland lassie with a good mix of Celtic heritage and Irn Bru running through my veins. With spending summers in Ireland and the rest of the year exploring Scotland, the Highlands captured my heart. I love sharing the myths and legends of Scotland that I got told as a wee lass.
Getting to travel around one of the most beautiful countries on earth, showing people the stunning landscapes and teaching them the long history of Scotland...What more could you want?
We’re excited to welcome new guides for our Glasgow departures! They’ll be bringing their own stories and local insights – check back soon to meet them.
We’re excited to welcome new guides for our Glasgow departures! They’ll be bringing their own stories and local insights – check back soon to meet them.