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The Gatliff Hostel at Rhenigeadal (Walk 7)

Accommodation is in short supply and in the peak season even campsites can get full, so it is advisable to make a reservation before you arrive on the islands. Whatever your needs, a good place to start looking for accommodation is on the Visit the Outer Hebrides website www.visitouterhebrides.co.uk.

Safety considerations

Much of Harris and Lewis is remote and in a normal day you will encounter few fellow walkers. You are very much on your own. There is a local mountain rescue team but even if you are able to raise the alarm it is likely to be some time before assistance arrives. Therefore preventative measures and good risk assessment are vital. In addition to normal good mountain craft, the tips below may help.

 Unless you are entirely confident in your navigation skills, think twice before venturing into the higher hills alone. Going as a pair is better, but being a party of three or more is preferable so that one person can remain with any casualty while the other raises help.