Exploring the Untamed North: Durness

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Durness, a secluded village nestled in the far north of Scotland. Explore the rugged coastline, hike to the stunning Smoo Cave, and spot seals, otters, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of this remote Scottish paradise and experience the true magic of the Highlands.
Durness is the most north-westerly village on the Scottish mainland and is known for its stunning scenery, with rocky coastlines, pristine beaches with turquoise waters, and vast open spaces.
The village is located around 120 miles north of Inverness and is part of the Sutherland region. The area is remote and sparsely populated, with a population of only a few hundred people. However, it is a popular tourist destination, particularly for those who are traveling the NC 500, enjoy walking, hiking, and wildlife watching.
Durness is known for Smoo Cave, a sea cave that is one of the largest in Britain. It is home to a waterfall and a variety of wildlife, including seals and porpoises. To tour Smoo Cave, check out this link:
smoocavetours.com
Balnakeil Beach is a beautiful beach with white sand and clear waters. It is a popular spot for swimming, sunbathing, and surfing.
Cape Wrath is the most north-westerly point of the Scottish mainland. It is a wild and remote area with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. The North West Highlands Geopark is a UNESCO-designated geopark that covers a large area of Sutherland, including Durness. The geopark is home to a variety of geological features, including mountains, cliffs, and beaches. Golden Eagle Zipline and Jump is the most northern zipline in the UK and is just 3 miles from Durness and allows adventurers to zip from cliff to cliff over the beach at 45 mph.This is a link to their website:
www.durnesszip...
We stopped at Sango Sands which is a campground and has the Sango Sands Oasis for drinks and food. Find them at this link: sangosands.com
www.durnesszip...
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