108 Sgùrr Dearg & Sgùrr na Banachdich – Black Cuillin, Skye. Experience the Cullin Ridge!

Warning: Sgùrr Dearg & Sgùrr na Banachdich are difficult to navigate in cloud, compasses don’t work, maps do not show enough detail to navigate, even with a GPS. Both Sgùrr Dearg & Sgùrr na Banachdich are an easy scramble (if you go the right way), along this route Sgùrr Dearg & Sgùrr na Banachdich have sections that are very exposed. If you would like to climb these munro’s and are unsure of your navigation skill / scrambling ability please hire a local guide.

Full walking guide and walk timelapse with video highlights and some commentary along the way.

Munro climbed – Sgùrr Dearg 977m, Sgùrr na Banachdich 965m

Total Distance 9.9 km, Total Ascent 1210 m, Estimated Duration (summer) 4 hours 53 mins.

Conditions: Perfect - Sunny, dry, blue skies, no wind, clear summits.

Route taken https://explore.osmaps.com/route/2663...

I’ve been climbing Scottish mountains for over 30 years. I’ve almost finished the 282 highest mountains in Scotland, collectively known as the Munros. As I’m getting closer to completing the Munros I thought I’d start making a series of walkthrough videos for all of the Munros.

00:00 Introduction
00:58 Map route walkthrough
04:52 Car park
11:46 Views on the ascent
14:26 Sgùrr Dearg Summit views
19:36 Sgùrr na Banachdich ridge views
24:51 Sgùrr na Banachdich Summit views
46:17 Thanks for watching

Starting Point (Google Maps) - https://maps.app.goo.gl/cpvqZ7sfqz8gy...

OS Maps Online - https://explore.osmaps.com/

Mountain Weather Information Service - https://www.mwis.org.uk/forecasts/sco...

Disclaimer: This video is for entertainment and educational purposes. Hillwalking can be dangerous; the weather can change quickly leading to a risk of exposure, difficulty in navigating or even being blown over leading to a fall. Always wear appropriate clothing and pack additional warm clothing including hat and gloves, waterproof trousers and a waterproof jacket. Always carry a map and compass and know how to use them. In winter conditions you should also carry crampons, ice axe and ski goggles.