Wild camping and backpacking trips
Discover UK wild camping with the GBAC.
Try wild camping at its very best on our guided wild camping trips across the UK. Travel in small groups with expert local guides who know Britain’s hidden landscapes better than anyone. Sleep beneath the stars, wake to sweeping mountain views, and explore remote corners you’d never discover alone. Every adventure includes top-quality kit as standard and hands-on schooling in Leave No Trace principles — so you’ll not only experience wild camping safely and simply, but also learn how to protect the wild places you explore.
Explore guided wild camping trips across the UK with The Great British Adventure Club
Discover the ultimate outdoor adventure with guided wild camping trips across Britain — from rugged mountain ridges to remote lochsides and quiet coastal headlands. By booking with The Great British Adventure Club, you’ll connect with the UK’s largest network of independent mountain leaders and travel in small groups led by passionate local guides who know these landscapes inside out. These aren’t the same tired routes you’ll find elsewhere, but handpicked journeys that excite the guides themselves, taking you deep into wild corners few ever get to see.
Every trip is designed to make wild camping safe, simple and inspiring, whether you’re trying it for the very first time or looking to explore new landscapes with confidence. Expect breathtaking views, expert instruction, and top-quality kit provided as standard, so all you need to bring is your sense of adventure.
UK wild camping trips: Frequently asked questions
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What gear is included with every booking?
Every guided wild camping trip includes all the essentials you need for a safe, comfortable night under the stars — so you don’t need to invest in expensive gear before giving it a try. As standard, we provide a high-quality tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, pillow and sleeping bag liner.
The kit we supply is chosen for its reliability, comfort and packability — gear that’s light enough to carry over long miles but tough enough to handle Britain’s weather. For example, you might find yourself sleeping in tents like the Nortent Vern 1, the Wild Country Helm 1 Compact, or the ultralight Nordisk Telemark 2.2 LW.
If you need extra help or advice about what to bring, just let us know — we’ll make sure you feel fully prepared for your adventure.
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A bit of rain won’t stop us — our trips are designed for the British outdoors, after all. But if conditions are unsafe or severe enough that the adventure can’t go ahead, the trip will be cancelled and you’ll be offered either a full refund or the chance to rebook for another date. Your safety and enjoyment always come first.
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Your guide will ensure all camps are pitched responsibly and within the law, making the experience safe, enjoyable and respectful to the environment. Find out more about local rules and regulations by reading this article.
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Not at all. Our trips are designed for all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced walkers. Each adventure description clearly explains the difficulty so you can pick the right trip.
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We keep groups small to ensure a friendly, supportive atmosphere and a more personal experience with your guide. Each wild camping group is max 4 guests.
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Yes — but the kit is chosen to be lightweight and easy to pack, so it won’t weigh you down.
Leave no Trace: The 7 ethics behind every camp
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1. Plan ahead and prepare
Each adventure is rigorously planned for every eventuality — for both safety and to ensure we cause no unnecessary harm to the environment.
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2. We move & camp appropriately
Routes and wild camping sites are always carefully selected, in line with all local regulations to ensure we keep our wild places wild and safe.
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3. We dispose of all waste properly
We carry out everything all of the items we carried in, and we have a zero tolerance policy when it comes to any littering — even if it is just a banana peel.
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4. We leave the wild as we found it
We leave nothing behind and take nothing with us. Except other people’s litter — you’ll be encouraged to take away as much of this as we can carry!
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5. Fires are forbidden
Open fires damage the landscape, so we never allow them — no matter how photographic they are. We only cook on portable stoves we take with us.
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6. We treat wildlife with respect
We always move in tune with the wildlife as we’re just visitors in their home. That means not getting too close to wild animals — and absolutely no touching.
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7. Be considerate of others
We ensure everyone behaves in a way that gives wild campers a good name — which means no noise, camping appropriately and leaving early.
Testimonials
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Great Dartmoor walk today for the RICS. Disappointed not to have caught it all after accidentally locking my car keys in the vehicle, along with my two dogs! Hope to be attending another event soon. all the best.
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Kirk D
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The moonlit walk was a wonderful experience. Keith is a great leader: he finds a lovely balance of personal anecdote, informative inputs on historical and natural features and just letting the group enjoy themselves. His engaging and relaxed manner conceals his levels of experience and expertise and the care he takes in choosing the routes and attending to safety, which leaves the rest of us free to simply enjoy the walk. He even managed to lay on nightjars for us!
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Katie T
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Had a wonderful informative walk with Keith today who is enthusiastic, informative and great company.
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Elizabeth D
Meet your wild camping guides
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![A man hiking outdoors, wearing a red jacket, tan pants, a yellow backpack, and sunglasses on a blue cap, standing on rocky terrain with mountains in the background.]()
Jack Wright
Mountain Leader
Scotland & Northern England
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![A woman smiling outdoors in a mountainous area, wearing a striped shirt, gray jacket, and sunglasses on her head, with mountains and a partly cloudy sky in the background.]()
Amy Wright
Mountain Leader
Lake District
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![A man wearing sunglasses and a winter jacket on snowy mountaintop, overlooking clouds and distant landscape.]()
Keith Lambeth
Mountain Leader & Mountain Rescue
Dartmoor
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![A man wearing a gray shirt, blue shorts, and pink and black gloves sits on a rock in a mountain landscape with rugged cliffs and some snow patches. Beside him are a yellow backpack and a white helmet with orange details. The sky is partly cloudy, and the man looks to the side with a slight smile.]()
Jerry Gillham
Mountain Leader, Ultra Athlete
Lake District
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![A man hiking on a grassy hillside with rolling hills in the background, wearing a blue jacket, black pants, and carrying a backpack.]()
Michael Curry
Mountain Leader & Climbing Instructor
Lake District & Scotland
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![A man sitting on the ground against a stone wall, wearing running shoes and shorts, drinking from a mug, with a backpack, snack, tea set, and drink nearby, outdoors]()
David Williams
Mountain Leader
Scotland
Why book with the GBAC?
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Explore more authentic adventures
Each adventure is led by expert guides who own and operate their trips, creating authentic journeys shaped by passion and experience.
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Book with purpose and impact
GBAC guides are fairly rewarded. By taking only a commission, they earn more, own their trips, and focus on delivering the best experience.
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Create memories that last a lifetime
Our trips leave a lasting mark — from summiting peaks to sharing laughter round the campfire, every moment becomes a lasting memory.
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Book every trip with confidence
Our guides are chosen with care, fully insured, DBS checked and GBAC approved — giving you confidence your adventure is in safe hands.
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Travel in small, friendly groups
We keep every trip small for a friendlier, more personal feel — where journeys unfold naturally and every shared story becomes a memory.
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Explore with the largest network of UK guides
With one of the UK’s largest guide networks, your adventure is always secure — if one guide can’t make it, another steps in with passion.
Accredited training | 4 days, 1 wild camp | 10-15km/day | Beginner - Intemediate
16th Oct