Buachaille Etive Mòr | Glencoe | Stob Dearg, Stob na Bròige | Munro Bagging

Buachaille Etive Mòr, or as it’s often called The Buachaille, is possibly the most photographed mountain in Scotland, standing at the edge of Rannoch Moor at the entrance to Glencoe. Alistair climbed it on a beautiful summer’s morning, witnessing a partial cloud inversion, whilst taking in the various peaks that make up the walk.
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[@Ronald-o9x]

The mountain looks good and safer from a distance. Wouldn't attempt it!

[@HighlandHikers]

Each to their own. Feel like in those conditions its about as safe as it can be.

[@salamanco968]

I can only echo the praise and appreciation from other comments. Absolutely stunning, sir, and the the colours are so rich. Thank you for sharing 🥃

[@HighlandHikers]

Thank you for the kind words

[@chrisyates6549]

Another great video, and the pictures at the start are just stunning.

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Chris! The conditions were excellent which makes it that wee bit easier!

[@RhodySeth]

Great video Alister. That drone of you hiking along the ridge was excellent. I dig the little graphics indicating each peak. Just well done all around!

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Seth! It’s not the easiest thing trying to fly the drone and walk in such a way that looks normal at the same time!

[@euansmyth4962]

Production qualitys on a different level now guys😲 great footage, the clouds added to the dramatic scenes, top class👍

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Euan, really appreciate it!

[@tomhill3205]

Great video. Did Buachaille Etive Beag last month and I’m going to plan and do this mountain soon!

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Tom. This one is a belter and my personal favourite of the two.

[@thelonehiker282]

That opening gave me goosebumps, amazing guys

[@HighlandHikers]

Thank you! Was a fantastic day for hiking.

[@ScottishMunroJourney]

Great video mate, fantastic conditions for it! I actually went over Etive Beag & Etive Mor last week, you got better weather than I did 😁 I know what you mean about that Munro top.. how that is not a Munro is beyond me 😂 Cheers, James

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks James! You didn’t do too badly though going by your IG posts! I’m looking forward to seeing your video when it’s out.

[@Cloudwalker136]

On my way in 2 weeks. Great filming and views. Can't wait . Thanks for sharing .

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Richard! Hope you get a great day for it.

[@daviemacmillan7262]

Fantastic video. Quality was outstanding. My favourite munro by a distance

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Davie! This was certainly one of my favourite walks so far, conditions were excellent.

[@davidcalder8210]

Great video 1 of the best I have seen of this truly fantastic mountain it is my favourite mountain in scotland after all 😉 Great music great editing great day for it ☀️ ⛰ it’s a fair hike between both munros and agree the munro top was something else too 😄 watching this gives me the urge to get back to this majestic mountain asap thanks 🙏

[@HighlandHikers]

Thank you David! I really appreciate the feedback. It was a magical day, one I hope I can repeat again in future.

[@paulmuir2184]

Amother great video as always guys 🙌🙌

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Paul!

[@AndyOB]

Great video of the route Alastair.It's an amazing mountain.Loved your drone shots flying with the clouds.The clarity of the video was excellent on my big telly.😀👍

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Andy, really appreciate the comment! We shoot everything in 4K and try to make sure it looks as clear as possible. Watching on a big tv makes it look even better in my opinion, but I’m probably a wee bit biased 😂

[@Islandpeak2024]

Nice video we are following your route soon 🎉

[@HighlandHikers]

Thank you! Enjoy the hike, hope its a beautiful day

[@natalieminnis]

Spectacular views! I've climbed one of those, but not the other one... could be my final Munro, but I'm not sure. Certainly a mountain I'm looking forward to climbing again.

[@HighlandHikers]

This would be a fantastic Munro to finish on! It is certainly a mountain that could be climbed again and again, it is just stunning.

[@b.scott1989]

Great video loving the channel

[@HighlandHikers]

Thank you!

[@mountainarena7202]

Really good drone footage and great production. Keep up the good work

[@HighlandHikers]

Thank you!

[@jaybee2786]

Great drone footage

[@HighlandHikers]

Thank you

[@ata1811]

Excellent video, thank you!

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Alan

[@ata1811]

@@HighlandHikers If you don’t camp, where is the closest place to stay to tackle this mountain please!

[@HighlandHikers]

The Kingshouse Hotel is the closest. You could probably walk from it to the mountain without adding much on. After that there may be some accommodation at the ski centre further, but then Glencoe Village or Fort William aren’t too far away either.

[@ata1811]

@@HighlandHikers Thank you very much ✊🏼

[@Scott-training]

Well done, another great video. Keep up the good work. 👍

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Mark

[@randyhustonmusic]

Stunning views! Great job filming and editing the video. I am putting a video together that compares the American cowboy and the Scottish drover. I would very much like to have some drone footage of the mountains in the Highlands. Is there any chance of getting some drone footage from you?

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks for the comment Randy. Probably best to drop us an email to discuss it

[@tommyatkins2446]

Stunning..Im planning to be on that same mountain in September, great to get some `on the ground` footage to help out.

[@HighlandHikers]

It’s a fantastic day out. Glad the video was helpful.

[@tommyatkins2446]

Very helpful, thanks. Itll be part of a 4 day hike/camp. I use the Brecons and Black Mountains fairly regularly, but this is a big one for me

[@HighlandHikers]

Sounds like an excellent trip! We will have to head down to your neck of the woods sometime in the future!

[@tommyatkins2446]

@@HighlandHikers Fingers crossed, planning and training will have taken 6 months . My parents live in Wales, but Im in Kent. The South Downs are lovely but not quite to Glencoe standard.

[@HighlandHikers]

Can take as long as you need once you’re there. After the initial ascent it’s fairly easy going so you can enjoy the views.

[@DAoutdoors]

Hi mate. Just discovered your channel and given you a subscribe. Looking forward to watch the back catalogue! 😀🥾⛰🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Dave, hopefully plenty videos for you to enjoy!

[@DAoutdoors]

@@HighlandHikers I’ve a little channel myself, which I upload my walks in the Lake District using the Relive app.

[@HighlandHikers]

I was just having a look actually, will give the videos a watch later in the day 👍🏻

[@edinsam11]

Brilliant video as always! Alistair, can you tell me where you camped as it looked awesome and a good starting point. 👍

[@HighlandHikers]

Camped just at the footbridge over the river at the start of the walk. Quite a few others camping in the same area as well.

[@craigpyper6366]

What drone do you use? Loving the channel.

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks Craig. We use the DJI Mini 2

[@RockStar67]

Fantastic video bud very atmospheric ...Buachaille is on my list this year this route looks like it'll do me fine...brilliant vlog looking forward to catching up with the rest of your channel ATB....And a new Sub Andy 😊

[@HighlandHikers]

Thanks for subscribing! This was a fantastic day out, can’t recommend it enough.

[@bazzadrone]

How long would you say it took to get to the first Munro ?

[@HighlandHikers]

I really can’t remember now. I want to say less than 2 hours to err on the side of caution.

[@bazzadrone]

@@HighlandHikers thank you what drone did you use video is amazing

[@HighlandHikers]

We use DJI Mini 2s which allow us to shoot in 4K, then it just takes some decent flying and walking skills to get some of the shots!

[@bazzadrone]

@@HighlandHikers looks great I have the mini 3 pro hoping to get up highlands in a few weeks weather permitting

[@HighlandHikers]

Hope you get some great shots with it