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Winter Mountaineering


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Mountain Innovations


Contact details:

Fraoch Lodge, Deshar Road, Boat of Garten, PH24 3BN

Tel: 01479 831 331

Email: Mountain Innovations

Web: Mountain Innovations


Picture the scene: great company, fantastic mountain days, panoramic views of one of the most beautiful places in the world. With Mountain Innovations, a walking holiday is this and much more.

Based in Aviemore and the Cairngorms - it's a veritable adventure playground.

Come the end of the mountain day we don't abandon you at your accommodation until the next morning. We provide for you throughout your stay. After a fantastic day you arrive back to a roaring fire, a welcoming mug of tea and a good craic. And let's not forget Rebecca's home baking and fantastic evening meals.

This, the shared camaraderie of a like-minded group, and the totally informal atmosphere make for a brilliant holiday. We're owner run - we can't be beat!

What we do best:

Winter Skills Courses - Snow and ice in Scotland is as varies and as changeable as the weather. You need to recognise its varying types, know how to evaluate avalanche hazard and cross snow and ice covered slopes safely and efficiently.


White-outs - be sure your navigation skills can deal with the worst of winter conditions.

Location Map


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Available packages



Winter skills weekend - prices from £236


Winter skills (5 days) - from £528


Winter Climbing (5 days) - from £689


Winter Mountaineering (5 days) - from £689


Winter navigation weekend - from £236


Mountain Innovations offers an exclusive 'departure guarantee' on all our trips. Once your booking is accepted by us, we will guarantee to run the trip - no matter how many people book with you.



All trips are inclusive packages including your chosen activity, your accommodation and full board along with transport and transfers from Inverness Airport or Aviemore Station.



We are firmly committed to environmental issues and offer a 'green travel discount' to all clients travelling to and from Aviemore by train.


Other activities available


Hillwalking  Winter Mountaineering 

Useful info


Equipment provided?

Specialist winter equipment can be hired by prior arrangement.

What do I need to wear?

Strong, sturdy walking boots (preferably leather), warm clothing. Map & compass required for courses. Please check with Mountain Innovations for full equipment list.Personal walking clothing, backpack.

What do I need to bring?

Personal walking clothing, backpack. Please check with Mountain Innovations for full equipment list.

When can I do it?

All year round.

Is there a pub nearby?

In the village, 5 minutes stagger.


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