ONE of Scotland's most popular walking routes has been named one of the most in-demand hikes in the world. Adventure tour guides Explore Worldwide conducted new research to find which hikes around the globe are the most congested and which trails offer a quieter trekking experience. 3 The stunning Scottish trail is one of the most popular in the world Credit: ExploreWorldwide 3 View down the Devil’s Staircase towards Buachaille Etive Mor, Glencoe, in the Scottish Highlands, Scotland, UK Credit: Alamy 3 A hike up Conic hill part of the West Highland Way looking over Loch Lomond Credit: Alamy From the alpine crossings of Tongariro in New Zealand to coastal routes like the West Coast Trail in Canada , the study has highlighted the most popular trails worldwide.
It based its figures on the number of Instagram posts uploaded per kilometre of trail. Topping the list of most in-demand hikes is Mount Kinabalu. The highest peak in Borneo doesn't require mountaineering equipment, but walkers need to be fit enough to take on its high- altitude terrain.
It's a short climb, only 8.5 kilometres, but with over 22,000 Instagram post uploads per km of trail, it's the most popular trail in the world according to social media . Read More Travel NEW BEGINNINGS NC500 restaurant named 'best in the Scottish Highlands' hits the market PAR-FECT GETAWAY Stunning golf hotel in Nairn is perfect for stay in Highlands 'hidden gem' The iconic Inca Trail in Peru ranks as the world’s second busiest hike .
