CARN EIGHE | Glen Affric | My Munros 278, 279, 280 and 281

[@andy-astro]

Good going Paul, well done. Those flies in the cairns are a nuisance. Cracking weather for the trip though, certainly beats most the cloud we've had this summer.

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Cheers Andy! it was flymageddon up there! those horrible spider fly things! Weather looking good for the rest of the week!!!!

[@ronharris4327]

Cracking couple of days out on the hills Paul. You absolutely nailed the weather mate, although it clearly punished you - you looked absolutely burst! Hardly surprising in that heat. You persevered and pushed on though, a testament to your determination, and the main thing was you had a massive smile on your face at the end and that's all that matters. I can't believe you've only got one left, it didn't seem that long ago you were telling me you were up to 200 - how time (and you) flies! I hope you enjoy your final Munro as much as I've enjoyed your epic journey. Have a blast, and a wee nip on 282 👍😁🏔

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks so much Ron! What a stunning day eh and what a place to be with views like those. It was tough in the heat and I was feeling it a bit but after a wee rest and some water it was all systems go! to be honest this has came around fast! a few big days recently and here I am knocking on the door. Kinda surreal and not sure I thought I would get here! The hip flask is packed and wee paddy is sitting by the door!!! Paul.

[@alisonlyons4691]

OMG l only just saw this, 11 days since posted !! Great hikes up those hills Paul, even if a wee bit hot. Amazing. Now to watch the Mighty Slioch. The last of this fabulas adventure.......Alioban ❤

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Hot Hot Hot Ali! I was like a wee melted puddle of stuff lying by the side of the road!!! great fun though....Hope you enjoy the mighty Slioch!!!! Paulo

[@LilyLovesMunros]

Well done on being so close Paul!! Excited for your Slioch video!! ⛰️

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Lily! hopefully this week for my slick video. Hope you enjoy! Paul.

[@jentex2]

Well done Paul, you were working hard to get these bad boys in the bag, Munro fever has set in! No wonder you’re burst! You will certainly be a favourite for the ‘hat of the year’ award. Great stuff, thank you very much. The Mighty Slioch to go!

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Andy! yeah the heat had me a bit dizzy up there! I couldn't make my mind up if it was better with the buff, the hat or both! it was sweltering! lol. Looking forward to Slioch! hopefully in nice weather again! but not so hot me thinks....LOL. thanks mate, Paul.

[@LeanneChlosta-d6s]

Paul, since meeting you and your friends out walking as I returned from Mark Cottage bothy, I have followed your Munro journey. I can see you've made many friendships on the hills and it's been lovely to watch, even more so when your wife and wee Paddy join you. I bumped into you and Murchie at the Beluga Lagoon gig and had a blether about your last few Munros. I broke my ankle on a Corbett a week or so later so hills have been off the menu for me. Anyway I just want to say that it's been a pleasure watching your Munro journey and all the very best for Slioch. I doubt that will be the end of your mountain adventures but you'll have the 282 behind you. What an achievement!

[@abiagnew2841]

Beautiful message thank you 🙏

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Leanne, thank you so much for your message. Its been an amazing journey over the last five years and to be honest one of the highlights has been the folk I have met along the way! some have been passing conversations and some have developed into amazing friendships which I absolutely cherish! you wouldn't think that from a simple hobby like walking! quite humbling actually. Sorry to hear about your ankle! that's a sore one but I bet its even more sore being kept away from the hills! Thanks again and hope your out tramping them mountains soon! Paul, paddy and Abi!

[@andrewsadventures5747]

Well done Paul. You got great weather for this, albeit probably a bit too hot. Deffo not a POC. LOL i now know what that means after today. Good luck on your final Munro and hope this is another fine day. Cheers and ATB. Andrew 👍

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Cheers Andrew! I often find that even the easy ones are not a POC! LOL. Fingers crossed that the weather forecast is right and I have a fine sunny day! albeit not to hot...Double buttered rolls and empire biscuits in hand! Thanks mate. Paul.

[@andythemunroeater9884]

Well done Paul. Both those days looked hard work but you were rewarded with cracking views. Unfortunately you then have to deal with the heat and flies. 1 to go, and the journey is donè, but plenty of other things for you to do. ATB Andy

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Andy! yeah it was hot! but as you say the views and conditions were just beautiful! so lucky to finish my wee adventure on days like these......What next????

[@neilmcainsh2300]

Outstanding as always Paul. Bittersweet that your journey is nearly over. Think you have passed on the bagging disease to me and several of my walking partners as we've all been avoiding the investable after nearly 40 years of hillwalking😂 cheers and all the best for Slioch.

[@PAADVENTURES1]

I was the same Neil, been walking since a teenager and never caught the munro bug until 5 years ago! since then its been a big focus and its hard to shake! I think I am looking forward to a more relaxed approach to getting out after this though....No big drives for a while at least! thanks again mate and hope you keeping on bagging! Paul.

[@Allysmountainwalks6462]

That was great mate but looked absolutely tiring in that heat 🥵 so glad you good the weather for them as there a cracking walk. That last one looked like you just wanted to drop at the cairn 😅 but it's just down to the one now mate and the weather is looking good for it 👍 great wee day out yesterday nice and easy compared to the 😂. ATB ALLY 👍 😀

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Cheers Ally! an absolutely cracking day and one that I will remember for a very long time! tough going in the heat but absolutely stunning. Hoping its a wee bit cooler but happy to be out in the sun for the last one! cheers mate! Paulo...

[@hikingwithfrank315]

Just caught up mate, over in Portugal with grandkids not much spare time.😂😂 Great days to get these done mate altho yeh it can be too warm at times. Great edit as usual mate and just the one left now. It’s been a fantastic journey for yourself and Slioch is a beauty to finish on. ATB Franko

[@PAADVENTURES1]

They will be keeping you on your toes Frank! nae hanging about for Granda! Yeah a fantastic wee trip Frank and whilst it was hot it was great to be out on the hills in these conditions! Last one Frank! what an adventure its been...Paulo

[@murchiesmountains2820]

Absolutely brilliant Paul 😍👍..What a two day adventure..You should be super proud of yourself ⛰️🥾💪🏻..looks tough tough going ..Fanstasicle vlog mate😁..Those flys would have done my head in 🤣..Looking forward to catching up with you soon. Cheers Murchie

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Cheers Murchie! a cracking wee adventure and an amazing part of Scotland with the exception of the spider flies! wee buggers! Cheers again mate and catch up soon! Paulo.

[@jimmacgregor4122]

Another terrific video Paul - best wishes for Slioch - an outstanding one to finish on. No alcohol till you get back down!

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thank you Jim! I have had such amazing fun doing these wee videos and its great that you enjoy them too! yeah I will keep the wee dram for when im safely down! fingers crossed! Paul.

[@RhodySeth]

Oh yeah, look at that undercast. Go Paulo! ONE. TO. GO.

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Setho!!!!

[@vanessali1365]

So nice to hear you saying "a wee bit up here/there..." Excellent! Wow, beautiful!

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thank you so much! Paul

[@andrewkingdom]

Great Paul one more to go well done mate. Fantastic video I love those Glen Affric Munro’s big mountains with even bigger views fabulous it’s hard walking in the heat sun seems to extract all the bodies energy but a cold beer at end of walk is always very nice 😅take care ATB Andy

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Andy! yeah it wasn't too difficult a walk just hot hot hot! Those views in all directions are amazing! I was thinking about the people who do all 12 in one go! bonkers!!!!

[@andrewkingdom]

Yes I did all 12 but in April a few years back but over three days backpacking really tough round around mullardoch but a fantastic route looking forward to your last Munro Siloch has amazing views take care

[@themunrobagger]

Well done mate, I had s big cheesy grin on my face when you got to the summit of the last munro,( you were dreading that 1 lol) 2 tough days mate 😉 and another fantastic vlog, pity about that incident at the end😢, 1 to go mate FANTASTIC 👍 😊

[@PAADVENTURES1]

You know Tam it wasn't too difficult but the heat really sapped my energy. It was such a relief to sit down after the third one and get my breath back then I looked at all the climbing on the way back and I was not looking forward to it!! made it in the end though...Cheers mate. Paul.

[@abiagnew2841]

His nemesis! Third time lucky 🍀

[@MyScottishAdventures]

Absolutely stunning Paul. Really enjoyed watching that. Can't believe 1 more to go. The Mighty Slioch. Hopefully you get better views than I did. I do want to do that mountain again 1 day for the views. It felt it was a cracking walk. Good luck to you and can't wait to see it. ATVB Alan

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks very much Alan! as you well know its a fantastic adventure this munro bagging and im so looking forward to Slioch! fingers crossed for a wee bit of good weather! Thanks again mate. Paul.

[@blamhof]

Tough couple of days in the heat but what a brilliant watch. That's some achievement with one to go for you. Thoroughly enjoyed every second of your videos so thanks for sharing your journey and look forward to the next one. " The midges are oot, fantastic," said no one ever till now 😂 Love it. Take care. Mick.

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thank you so much, Mick! It really means a lot to hear that you enjoyed the videos, especially after some tough days out there in the heat! 😊 Your support makes it all worthwhile, and I'm excited to tackle Slioch, hopefully in the coming days! Haha, you're absolutely right about the midges - can’t believe I’ve found a way to “appreciate” them too! 😂 Thanks again for watching and for the kind words. Paul...👣🌲

[@anniemack4282]

Excellent, well done. Hope you have a sense of the massive achievement you are near to compleating. Thanks so much for taking us on the journey with your terrific photography and Glesga guid humour. Atb

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks so much Annie! that means a lot! feeling of excitement and trepidation at the same time...Its been a fantastic journey... Thanks again Paulo.

[@joeycremin]

Brilliant! Well done Paul, what a journey! I’ll look forward to seeing you on top of slioch! Hope it’s a nice day for you and you get to enjoy every minute!

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Joey! maybe this week as the weather is looking favourable midweek! fingers crossed! Paul.

[@gritstoneedge]

Well done with these two hot days. I also did your first three on one day and they are tiring even in not so hot weather. One to go. Thanks for the video.

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Geoff! yeah a tiring day and whilst beautiful the heat can be hard work!!! Yep the last one! cannae wait. Paul.

[@ootnboots]

Well done Paul , a couple of hard days there . One to go , I’ve thoroughly enjoyed your journey buddy .. cheers Stevie

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks so much Stevie! what a journey it is! need a new adventure????

[@dereklamb2552]

Well Done Paul, i had one of my favourite days on a hill on Slioch , i hope you get a great day for it , its been a joy watching your videos

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thank you so much Derek! its comments like yours that keep me going! fingers crossed that the wee weather window we are due materialises! thanks again. Paul.

[@hikebikescotland9121]

Fantastic again Paul - You looked totally burst both days to be honest!! - cracking couple of days out and now so very close to the end!! - There must be a bit of reluctance to actually do it I imagine!! - all the best to the family (and Paddy!) - take care til next time! - Tom

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Tom. I was exhausted! the heat really saps the energy and I was feeling it...Much better than the rain of course and still an amazing walk...Totally mixed feelings about finishing? excitement and trepidation mixed with a wee feeling of loss too. Wee paddy wants to do a full round now! another 200 to go! lol. Thanks mate. Paul.

[@mad-about-scotland]

Brill mate. We were watching, guessing who was gonna give up first…you or you’re watchicles 😂 some walk, some views, smashing mate, well done 👍

[@PAADVENTURES1]

The watch and I were almost aligned donny! A tough day after the 5 hour drive up....You sometimes need three days for these walks. Anyway watch and me are charged up and ready to head out again! yes! Paulo

[@james-kinnear]

Had a cycle in to Strathfarrar on the Thursday ( to do my own 'Monkey' Munros) and it was a toss up btw Affric and Kintail for a camp out the next day. that Friday was also a belter in Kintail and I had my head the streams whenever possible. Spent a long time gazing out from Sail Charoain to Affric and picking the routes out. Nearly bumped into ye but no quite! ATB for Slioch! and respect to the chap who passed. J

[@PAADVENTURES1]

It was a belter of a Friday and Saturday James eh! maybe just a wee bit too hot for me. Like you I never passed a stream and I was in it! soaked in seconds then dry minutes later.....Yeah it was sad to see all those emergency services on such a beautiful day...Cheers mate. Paul.

[@marcomclean3605]

Thanks very much Paul. Been watching your channel for ages now. Mam Sodhail always has been in my thought process. Only at 77 right now but hoping to get more done. Best of luck for the 282/282

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Marco! these are great Munros and that cairn on Mam Sodhail is massive! you will love it when you get there! good luck with the rest of your journey! Paul.

[@karlejnarch]

Great video Paul. Nice to "revisit" my favourite place in Scotland. On my last trip in May I was just up in that area beyond the wee Power Station, but didn't bag any hills on the day. I was wondering why you missed one of the four Mullardoch Munros. Will just have to look back through you videos and see. Anyway good luck on your compleation, long way for me yet as I've only bagged 10. Started quite late in life last year at 67 but now I'm hooked. ATB Karl from Denmark

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks very much Karl! yeah I have a wee video of the past trips, time and weather beat us...Its an amazing place and I wish I had known I could drive all the way up! the cycle was tough....Good luck on your future munro trips!! I would love to visit Norway! Paul.

[@karlejnarch]

@@PAADVENTURES1 Aye not many know about the opening times in the glen. Tuesday is always closed all day and wednesday half the day. I think the opening time is always 9am but the closing time depends on the time of year. Wild camping is allowed, but cars need to be outside at night. I guess if one drives in and park up, one has to be sure to be back and out before closing time. It might even be a shorter hike around the Mullardoch 4 from the Strathfarrar side. Mountaineering Scotland has access information and there's a link to their webpage under Stage 1 for Glen Strathfarrar Munros circuit on Walkhighlands 👈 I would like to visit Norway again too, but Scotland is pulling harder on me 🤪

[@Kev_Russ]

Nice one Paul. 2 fine, tough days. 😎 No long now till the finish.

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Kev!!! just around the corner.......

[@abiagnew2841]

Wonderful achievement 🥹 recalling that first day we went up Ben Lomond and our legs were agony….and now 1 to go!!! WELL DONE 👏 😊

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Abi and thanks for putting up with all those long days away! pxx

[@abiagnew2841]

@@PAADVENTURES1 🥰

[@Moffatmountainadventures]

Fantastic!!!! What a trip Paul. Massive good luck if you’ve not already done it on 282 🎉ATVB Robert

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Robert....Not done it yet but this week is looking promising! Paul.

[@Moffatmountainadventures]

@@PAADVENTURES1 there’s a lovely weather window. Has to be the days I’m booked in work. All the very best. Loved your channel for years.

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Im now booked off!

[@TheHoustonWay]

Nice one. Looked great. ATB

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Top day! Paul.

[@thomasshafe]

Stunning

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thank you!!!

[@AndyOB]

Well done Paul on getting them 4 hard to reach ones.I'm no good in the heat🥵 knocks the stuffing out of u.😃👏👏 All the best for Slioch as it's a belter.I saved that for my 200th. Something I noticed years ago, is if u look on a map to the grid that the Cluanie Inn is and u look at how many hard routes there are in the grids directly north of it in a line all the way to the Fisherfield.A lot of big days.Even includes ur last one,Slioch.🤣👍

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Andy! its not by design but I seem to have left a load of really hard days until the end! if I had to do it all again I would be finishing on the cairn well! lol...hows your munro journey coming along? Paul.

[@AndyOB]

@PAADVENTURES1 3 to go now.Had a few mishaps recently and should have finished,but it is what it is..😃👍

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Nothing serious I hope!!!!

[@andyalexander537]

Superb Paul. 1 to go.....

[@PAADVENTURES1]

It kinda feels a bit surreal to be honest.

[@Ouga_Official]

Oooh you are nearly done! I am un Munro #2 ... still 280 to go 🤣

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Well, everybody has to get to 2 at some point! lol. hopefully you'll be on double figures soon and then its no going back from there! its a fantastic journey and you will love very minute of it! Paul.

[@GMCR93]

I done the round of 12 earlier in the year and it was exact same conditions! MELTIT!

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Hats off to you! that's an absolutely massive adventure! after 3 in one day I was beat!!! Paul.

[@AultsighAdventures]

Belter of a trip Paul, nae wunner ye were burst, still think it would be easier gaun in on foot on the North side of the Loch 🙂

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Cheers Roy! yeah it was a long day but the bike did eat up that track on the other side! happy to have got such good weather too....

[@thelifeofbrian282]

Those were two big days Paul and the lovely weather didn't do you any favours 🌞 we can't win , moaning when it's horrible and then moaning it's too bloody warm 😂 I could feel your pain traversing back below the summit of Mam Sodhail 🏔️ anyway Slioch 🏔️ to go, I hope you get a good day and look forward to catching up with you again soon mate atb Brian 👍

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks Brian! your right though! we moan a lot about the weather but when we get back to the car it never matters! its always a fantastic day whatever the weather. Yeah those out and back walks are not my favourite! I do like a wee loop walk and that was hard work...I was feeling it. Hoping to head up to Slioch soon as there seems to be a nice wee weather window approaching! Catch you soon mate. Paul.

[@itsablack1]

Well done..👍. seems like a long way to do those three munros. 1 to go , have you already done it ? If not are you inviting everyone to join you 🤔😅

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Yeah, I didn't do myself any favours with my choice of routes but enjoyable! very enjoyable. Haven't done it yet but this week is looking favourable!

[@itsablack1]

Did those three munros in the snow , and i was foooked by the time i got to the first one.😅. Got some great photo's from that hike . I've still got Slioch to do myself ..

[@richardmiddleton6805]

Carnegie Hall. 😂😂😂

[@PAADVENTURES1]

I think I called that mountain everything but its actual real name! A cracking day out Richard...Cheers Paul.

[@TheMadmacs]

ah jeez, horrible way to end the day. onward and upward. hope you have something special planned for sliogh? karaoke, i did it my way'' hehehe

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Yeah, very sad. thinking of the family....Quiet thing for Slioch I think, a wee gentle wander with my wee paddy! Paul.

[@DG.ADVENTURES]

Top class video again, paul , they views and footage you get 💯🙌 i always enjoy watching 🤜🤛 one more munro to go, ma man , easy days 😎✌️

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Thanks David! really appreciate your support and comments! What an adventure its been and with the last one in the bag I need a new goal???? eeeekkkk Paul.

[@DG.ADVENTURES]

@PAADVENTURES1 aw congratulations, paul 👏 that's some achievement mate, you should be proud of yourself. Not a lot of people can achieve this, well done ⛰️✌️😎 start doing all the corbetts now 🤣🤜🤛

[@PAADVENTURES1]

Hatching a plan as we speak Dave!!! Yes! Paul.

[@DG.ADVENTURES]

@@PAADVENTURES1 superb mate ✌️😎