'''Inverie''' is a village in the Scottish Highlands. It is located on the remote Knoydart Peninsula, an area of wilderness and great natural beauty which is on the west coast of Scotland, just north of Mallaig. Knoydart is renowned for its remoteness, and visitors come here to enjoy the tranquility of a remote location.
Get in
There are no roads to Inverie so you have two options to get there:
a 2-day hike from the nearest mainland road across country, which will require wild camping; you will be in a wilderness so a tent and some survival skills are required. There is no mobile phone reception on the peninsula.
a 30-minute boat ride from Mallaig. Boats run three times a week - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. There is normally a morning and an afternoon service on these days, so it is possible to do a day trip to Inverie, returning to Mallaig in the afternoon, but if you miss the ferry, you're stuck there for two days! In summer, the service is extended to Tuesday and Thursdays. The loch is quite sheltered so crossings are usually relatively smooth in these small boats. Services are operated by Bruce Watt cruises and are advertised on the [http://www.calmac.co.uk/timetables.html Caledonian MacBrayne] ferry network (Mallaig-Loch Nevis service). This boat is what the locals rely on - as well as some tourists the boat also carries locals, their grocery shopping and the post for the peninsula.
If you plan to visit from Edinbugh or Glasgow, it is likely that you will have to stay overnight in Mallaig or somewhere in the Highlands in order to make the ferry. Given the limited ferry times, it is important that you have a copy of the ferry timetable with you and plan your visit in advance.
Get around
A road runs through the village and off to other parts of the peninsula, but this road does not connect with the main road network. The only cars on these roads are owned by locals - legislation prevents non-locals from bringing cars to the peninsula.
See
Walking around and enjoying the unparalelled isolation of the place is a wonderful experience. If you plan to walk the local countryside you should bring a map - Ordnance Survey Map #413 is ideal. The local [http://www.knoydart-foundation.com/ranger1.html ranger service] has a friendly walk-in office on the main village street - drop in for advice and local maps. If you visit during hunting season, it's only polite to check with the rangers about planned shoots to make sure you don't interrupt deer stalking. You won't get shot, but it helps land management if you avoid the shooting areas of that day.
There are several smaller hills (Marylins/Corbetts) immediately near the village which can be climbed in 3 or 4 hours - there are no paths so you have to negotiate rocks, heather and burns which slow you down. The Munros such as [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ladhar_Bheinn Ladhar Bheinn] are a more involved expedition and may 3 hours to reach, plus the climb and return.
A pleasant, more accessible walk is the path up to Loch an-Dubh Lochain, which can easily be visited in 2 hours. The path takes you through deserted countryside alongside the river, up to the Loch where you have breathtaking views over the Knoydart mountains.
Do
The main attractions of Knoydart are peace and quiet. Activities are walking the local countryside and visiting the local pub in the evening.
Visitors staying a bit longer can arrange to do an RYA boat handling course with W A Marine & Environment; hire a boat to go fishing or visit the islands; take a ranger-guided tour of the area; or take part in a deer stalking party (during the season). Further information on all activities can be found through the Knoydart Foundation.
Buy
If you plan to self-cater, you must buy supplies in the shops in Mallaig. The village has a post office selling some basic items.
The Pier House restaurant also sells postcards, prints, maps, and books.
Eat
Knoydart Pottery and Tearoom is a pleasant little cafe on the main village street overlooking the loch, serving teas, coffees and light meals. Opening hours may be limited to ferry days.
Check out [http://www.theoldforge.co.uk/ The Old Forge] - Mainland Britain's most remote pub as according to the Guiness Book of Records. There is an excellent (if slightly pricey) menu of well-presented food. Don't miss the local seafood. The manu is dependent on local supplies brought by the ferry - when they run out, they run out. Where else can you hear "we haven't got any Coca-Cola, we're waiting for the boat to come in"?
[http://www.thepierhouseknoydart.co.uk/ The Pier House] restaurant serving breakfasts and evening meals (booking essential, especially for groups)
[http://www.doune-knoydart.co.uk/ Doune Dining Room] - this restaurant is possibly unique in that is is only accessible by boat or by a long hike across country. It is located on the western tip of the peninsula and advance booking, as you may guess, is essential.
Drink
See The Old Forge pub above.
Sleep
'''The Knoydart Bunkhouse''', [http://www.knoydart-foundation.com/index.html?http&&&www.knoydart-foundation.com/hostel.html]. Offers basic accommodation.
A comprehsnive list of places to stay can be found on the [http://www.knoydart-foundation.com/ Knoydart Foundation] website.
Get out
The only transport out of Knoydart is the next ferry back to Mallaig - bear in mind that you may have to wait two or three days, depending on timetables, so plan your visit in advance (see Get in section above). Alternatively, if you are equipped with a tent and survival skills, you could always walk back, which will take two days.