Hills & Mountains
River swim
Images credit: Wild Braemar Wilderness Sauna
At a glance
Heat
Wood-fired
Water
River swim, waterfall pool
Sessions
Private hire only
Parking
Varies by session
Changing
Changing tent provided
Booking
Book by email or phone
About this sauna
Wild Braemar Wilderness Sauna is a mobile, wood-fired setup, taken to riverside and waterfall spots around the Cairngorms rather than fixed in one place.
Each session is built around a wild swim in a waterfall pool, followed by time in the sauna.
What to expect
- Wood-fired mobile sauna, set up beside a river or waterfall pool
- Guided wild swim included as part of the experience
- Private hire only, up to 6 people
- Ages 12 and up
- Changing tent, towels, water shoes and hot drinks provided
- Picnic lunch available on request
Additional experiences and sessions
- Guided wild walks, wild swimming and foraging also offered by Wild Braemar, bookable alongside or separately from the sauna
Plan your visit
Booking
Contact by email or phone to arrange
Getting there
Varies by session location — confirmed directly when booking
Facilities
Changing tent, towels and water shoes provided
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Changing robe or loose layers, for changing if required
- Warm layers for afterwards
- Water bottle
Location
What’s nearby
Braemar itself has a village shop, hotels and places to eat, and sits right in the Cairngorms National Park with walking routes in every direction. Balmoral Castle is about 20 minutes away if you want to make a day of it.
Before you go
If you’re new to wild saunas, these quick answers might help
Do you have to go in the water?
No — you can enjoy the sauna on its own.
Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes — you can move between the sauna, the water and breaks outside at your own pace.
