Visiting Skye Responsibly

From The Best of Skye, a Hidden Scotland guide

Visiting Skye Responsibly

How to visit Skye and leave it as you found it.

Words by Hidden Scotland

Printed in The Best of Skye, a Hidden Scotland guidebook.

Skye is a magical place... It’s home to a close community, Attenborough-worthy wildlife and some of the most spectacular views in Scotland. From the cliffs and hilltops it feels wild and windswept.

Yet, there’s a fragile balance at play here. Amidst the volcanic hills you’ll find delicate and diverse ecosystems. Alongside the nature you’ll notice the quiet buzz of busy island life. For Skye folk the landscape is a home, a workplace and a place to find peace. But, like many rural destinations, its increasing popularity means that it’s especially vulnerable to environmental damage and disruption.

This makes it important to know how to ‘visit responsibly’ - this means making mindful travel choices to protect the environment, be respectful of local heritage and help to support communities.

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