Escaped monkey found in Scottish Highlands

Feb 14, 2024

Escaped monkey found in Scottish Highlands

Japanese macaque. Jonathan Ansel Moy de Vitry/Unsplash

 

Now here’s something you don’t hear every day. A missing monkey that escaped from a Scottish wildlife park and was on the run for a week has now been found.

A frantic search for the Japanese macaque, named Honshu, was launched in early Feb. The primate broke loose from the Highland Wildlife Park in Kingussie and the alarm was raised when he was spotted in a nearby village.

 

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Now we assume you won’t spot any monkeys on our 6-day West Highland Way pack-free guided walk but the views you will see will be just as amazing!

Spectacular landscapes of the Scottish Highlands’ towering mountains, open moorlands and stunning lochs make this walk a must-do walking experience.

 

 

The traditional West Highland Way is a renowned 154km trail that begins at Milngavie near Glasgow, tracing the southern edges of the Scottish Highlands. This iconic route meanders along the scenic banks of Loch Lomond, passes through the striking Ben Nevis Mountain range, and concludes in the historic town of Fort William.

Our tailored tour brings you the best of this famous trail, featuring its most spectacular scenery without the full distance. Over six days, we cover up to 84km, providing a balanced itinerary for walkers of all levels. Each day offers the flexibility to tackle the full route, choose shorter walking segments, or even take a day at leisure, allowing you to savour the Highlands’ breathtaking landscapes at your own pace.

 

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Each night on our journey, you’ll stay in carefully selected, stunning locations that showcase the best of the region’s natural beauty. These exceptional properties offer breathtaking views and a welcoming atmosphere, perfectly blending comfort and style. Enjoy wonderful dining experiences that highlight local produce, paired with some of the finest regional wines, bringing you a true taste of the area. From the cosy interiors to the scenic surroundings, each accommodation promises not only relaxation but also a memorable immersion into the flavours and landscapes that make this destination so remarkable.

 

 

This is a sensational must-do Scottish walk *voted as one of the best great walks in the world.

*Voted by humans not monkeys!

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