Discover the breath-taking scenery and natural beauty that Loch Lomond and the Trossachs national park has to offer. Where you’re walking through the deep enchanting forest or alongside the picturesque Lochside, you’ll feel a sense of peace and calmness that you won’t find in day to day life. Gerena Sumen our local walking guide for Loch Lomond tells us a little more about herself.

Q: Where is your favourite place to walk and why?

Gerena: KIlmartin Glen for the love of history and geology and a growing interest in flora and fauna.

Q: How long have you been a walking guide?

Gerena: I have been a walking guide for over 25 years.

Q: What food would you recommend to take on a walk?

Gerena: I like to bring a flask of soup, tuna fish sandwiches and some fruit pots for energy.

Q: How far do you normally walk in a week?

Gerena: I usually walk 32 kilometres.

Q: Do you use any specialist equipment?

Gerena: Yes, I like to use walking poles to help distribute the weight and they are great for crossing small streams.

Q: How fit do you need to be to go on our walking holiday?

Gerena: Fitness can be level walking with uphill sections and can walk for several hours without getting tired.

A: Do you walk in all weathers?

Gerena: Yes, I walk mostly in all weathers.

Q: What to wear on a walking holiday?

Gerena: My advice would be to bring waterproofs, lightweight fleece, walking boots worn in by 60 km.

Q: What one item should you always pack for a walking holiday? (Not walking boots)

Gerena: A blister pack, and zinc tape for hot spots on feet.

Q: Where was the last place you went on holiday?