Beaches, hills, gardens and the sea – a holiday paradise. Where will your next adventure take you? Our insider guide brings you all the local information you need to get the very best out of your holiday in the highlands. Take to the hills From breathtaking coastline to rugged hills this area offers walkers of every level a chance to explore. More photos Head for the Beach The only question is which one? You are close to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. And if you're lucky you will have one all to yourself. More photos All at Sea With the sheltered Bay on your doorstep and open water stretching to Skye and beyond, the sea is all around you. Inland, magical lochs are steeped in myth and legend. More photos Life's a picnic Pack up the barbecue stuff to make the most of the great outdoors - you'll find no difficulty in working up an appetite More photos Hire a boat and navigate the beautiful waters around Gairloch, join a whale-watching expedition or spend a day on a working fishing boat.Pack a picnic and head for one of the glorious beachesGo pony trekking and enjoy the stunning scenery from horsebackExplore the astonishing gardens at Inverewe containing plants and trees from across the world, and visit the home of its founder, Osgood MackenzieVisit Gairloch Museum and learn about the unique cultural history of this part of the HighlandsClimb a hill or tackle a munro and survey the landscape from the top of the world We recommend There is so much to see and do in the Gairloch area - here are some of our favourites. Just click below for more information. Heritage Musuem More Arctic Convoy More Shellfish Safaris More Canoeing & kayaking More Inverewe Gardens More Gairloch Falconry More Perfume Studio More Pony Trekking More Whale watching More Beinn Eighe Reserve More Swimming More Fly fishing More Sea Angling More Fitness More Badachro Gin More PLACES TO EAT Take the self out of self-catering and treat yourself to a meal out. Badachro Inn More The Old Inn More Bridge Cafe More Shieldaig Lodge Hotel More Gorse Bush More