About this tour
A nine-hour private tour from Edinburgh that pairs close encounters with Scottish wildlife—highland cattle, deer, falcons, wolves, bears and wildcats—with hands-on time leading an alpaca through forest trails. Your group travels in an air-conditioned vehicle with Scottish snacks and water included, visiting a wildlife centre and deer sanctuary while experiencing animals up close rather than from a distance.
Highlights
- Walk an alpaca through woodland for an hour
- See highland cattle, wolves, bears and Scottish wildcats
- Visit working Scottish Deer Centre
- Spot golden eagles and birds of prey
- Private group transport with snacks included
- Nine hours including all travel between sites
What to expect
You'll begin with a pickup from Edinburgh, then head to encounter several animal collections across the day. At each stop, expect up-close viewing of resident creatures rather than safari-style observation from a vehicle. The alpaca walk takes place on forest paths—bring sturdy shoes and be prepared for muddy conditions. The deer centre operates on a donation basis. Between locations you'll have time to absorb what you've seen. The full nine hours includes travel time, so actual time at each site is moderate rather than extended.
Good to know
Strollers won't work on forest trails; plan accordingly if travelling with young children. Infant car seats available on request. Not suitable if you have spinal issues or are pregnant. UK vehicles are compact—four adults should expect a snug fit. Lunch isn't provided; plan a stop or bring your own.
Frequently asked
- How long does Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Scottish Wildlife Centre from Edin. take?
- Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Scottish Wildlife Centre from Edin. runs for approximately 9 hours.
- How much does Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Scottish Wildlife Centre from Edin. cost?
- Prices start from GBP $690 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Scottish Wildlife Centre from Edin. run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Highland Cows, Walk Alpacas & Scottish Wildlife Centre from Edin.?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.