Glamping in Moray

Experience a glamping stay in a historic setting. Stay in the idyllic location where it is said that Macbeth met the three witches. Elgin, Moray and Lossiemouth are also home to excellent glamping options to enjoy a truly magical stay. Spend well-deserved holidays in the beautiful Scottish countryside, surrounded by an amazing natural setting, an incredible coastline with the largest sand dune system where the Culbin Forest stands on. You might get to meet the dolphins, the most popular inhabitants of the area. Don’t hesitate any longer and plan your visit to Moray.

Modern and comfortable glamping pods, traditional architecture options and wooden properties that come furnished and ready for your glamping holidays! Accommodations come with fully equipped kitchens, comfortable and spacious bedrooms, lounging areas and outdoor areas to enjoy a barbecue, a picnic on a sunny day or an relaxed evening sitting by the fire pit and roasting some marshmallows. Pools and saunas are also available in some of the glamping accommodations. Most places are child-friendly and some allow pets during your stay. Pristine lochs, beautiful mountains, deep woodlands and impressive rolling hills will be your views every morning. This is ideal setting to get away of our busy work life, set all devices aside and enjoy nature at its best.

Scotland is home to inspiring landscapes, towering mountains, long stretches of golden beaches and beautiful lochs. Tour around the green landscapes of the Lowlands or take a scenic drive along the glens with the majestic mountains of the Highlands as a backdrop. Explore the coastline in the west, uncover the magnificent east and head to a Dark Sky Park where you will be able to admire the incredible night skies and catch the Northern Lights. Come to Moray and enjoy your time in Scotland, creating incredible memories that will last for a lifetime.

Are you a hiking enthusiast? Nature in Scotland is an open playground where hikers and outdoor lovers can enjoy walking trails that can also be used as running or cycling trails. You can find different trails that vary in length and difficulty. Some of the recommended routes are Ben Rinnes, Ben Aigen, Speyside Way, Loch Na Bo Wood, Bin of Cullen, Millbuies Loch Circular, or Culbin Forest Circular to name a few. Check the routes out before you start the day, and you'll be out on the trail in no time!

Are you a golf player? Is there a way to follow the footsteps of Old Tom Morris and Henry Cotton in the same day? The answer is yes. Moray Golf Club is one of Scotland’s gems with seven par fours, a new course, but also the old course, considered one of the finest links courses in the country. Enjoy a challenging golfing day with the deep revetted bunkers, through the undulating fairways and the fast greens. This is obviously a must for golf lovers in the area.

Spending time outdoors is one of the most rewarding activities. The benefits of a health walk, a relaxed afternoon strolling along a loch or a day of fun sailing and canoeing brings an extra to any holidays. You can engage on social and accessible low-level walks. Take your bikes and enjoy the outdoors at your own pace as you discover the beauty of this land. Take your four-legged friend out, improve your fitness level and enjoy some horse riding. Get out and explore! There is always an activity for you.

The Moray Firth is the best place in Europe where you can see dolphins in the wild. Enjoy the views of these wonderful creatures leaping off the water not far from the shore. Further out, it is sometimes possible to see minke whales, killer whales and white-beaked dolphins. If you enjoy wildlife-watching, this area of the coastline provides great opportunities as it is rich in animal life. Take your cameras out and get ready to snap the moment!

Every year in July, the Forres Highland Games take place in the splendid setting of Grant Park, Forres. The day starts with a procession up Forres High Street into Grant Park. After they arrive, the flag of the games is raised and the Scottish display of sport and culture begins including Tug ‘o’ War, Highland Dancing, Solo Piping, Track and Field, Heavy Events, and several more. If you are around in July, join the fun and experience a truly Scottish experience.

Scotland is known for the production of superb whiskies. In Moray, you can visit several distilleries, including Glen Moray in Elgin, The Glenlivet Distillery in Ballindalloch, The Cardhu Distillery in Speyside or Balvenie Distillery in Dufftown to name a few. Taste and sample the rich flavours of this precious product. Take a tour of the distilleries, learn about the process of whisky-making and get a few bottles as a souvenir for yourself, family or friends. Moray really rocks!

If you are fascinated by old castles, Scotland is home to incredible ones. In Moray you can take a drive and visit several castles. In Speyside, stands Ballindalloch Castle, a magnificent castle and a must-see if you visit Speyside. Another important one is Brodi Castle, near Forres, an impressive castle with landscaped grounds and impressive views. There are also some remains worth visiting such as Drumin Castle, Balvenie Castle, Auchindoun Castle and Duffus Castle. Scottish castles come in all shapes and sizes and every stone on the walls has a story to tell. Come and discover them!

Visit Elgin and go to the Biblical Garden, standing opposite to King Street. Not far from Elgin Cathedral, these gardens are a remarkable three acre area to enjoy and relax surrounded by colourful flower beds and trees. The Gardens evolve through the seasons and every plant carries a label that provides a cross-reference to its use in biblical times and its place in the Bible as well. Admire the statues of "The Good Shepherd"; "Moses receiving the Ten Commandments"; "The Prodigal Son" and "Samson in the Temple". Viewed from above, the main axis of the garden is a central walkway, that creates the shaft of a Celtic cross.