Ben Nevis Trek

Incredible Climb Ben Nevis

Conquering Ben Nevis

Standing at 1,344 metres (4,406 feet) it may seem tame when compared to Kili, Toubkal or the Alps but make no mistake; Ben Nevis will test any walker! As the trek starts at sea level, Ben Nevis is always a challenge but the rewards are simply spectacular with the Isle of Mull, Isle of Skye, Glencoe and the Cairngorms all visible on a clear day. Climbing steeply up, the landscape gradually transforms from verdant glen to a true wilderness reaching the highest point in Britain before returning triumphant but tired to our hotel.

Pure Adventure!

Fort William boasts a wealth of adventurous activities which will put thoughts of sore legs to one side! Experience the beauty on countless other organised walks, or why not try your hand (and feet!) at some of the optional activities on hand. There's ice climbing in the biggest indoor ice wall in the world, mountain biking to really explore the fantastic scenery around Ben Nevis or canyoning to test your nerve. Alternatively, give your legs a rest and take to the loch on a sea kayaking expedition. The only time you want to be sitting down is on the bus back to the hotel!

Transport: Minibus. For details of connecting flights within the UK please contact our Sales Department. Alternatively there are trains to Fort William or Glasgow.

What to Expect: A short and exhilarating adventure, packed with activity. You'll need to be in good shape for the long and challenging Ben Nevis walk but the sense of achievement will make it all worthwhile. A fantastic way to spend a weekend!

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Itinerary / Highlights

Trip Highlights
Ben Nevis - Hiking to the summit of Britain’s highest mountain.
The Highlands - Enjoying the breathtaking scenery of some of the UK’s most spectacular landscapes.
Outdoor Adventures - Optional activities including kayaking and hiking.

Detailed Itinerary

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Day 1: Join tour Glasgow; drive to Fort William
Departing from Glasgow today we drive north this afternoon, travelling through the landscapes of Central Scotland up into the spectacular regions of the Scottish Highlands. Our destination is the town of Fort William, beautifully located along the shores of Loch Linnhe, beneath the imposing backdrop of Ben Nevis. Arriving in time for dinner we’ll have a chance to relax and freshen up before a briefing on the itinerary for the coming days ahead.

Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++)

Day 2: Climb Ben Nevis
Britain’s highest peak at 1,344m, Ben Nevis lies close to the shores of the beautifully scenic Glen Nevis, whose classic splendour offers us one of the most stunning glens in the Highlands. Surrounded by fertile slopes of bracken and heather, the glen has provided a suitably impressive backdrop to such films as Braveheart and Rob Roy and presents us with the starting point of our hike up towards the craggy summit of Ben Nevis. The route up to the top is challenging and even in the summer it is not unknown for the summit to be covered in snow, so make sure that you treat this mountain with the respect it deserves. The rewards however are worth the efforts, with views out across the Isles of Skye and Mull, Glencoe and the Cairngorms in the distance. The path to the summit follows a switchback trail that leads up to the southern edges of a long ridge, following the path of an old Victorian pony trail that supplied the observatory that once stood on the top. Lying at the western edge of the Grampians, the western and southern slopes of the mountain present us with the longest and steepest slope in Britain, rising some 1200 metres from the valley floor in just 2 kilometres, resulting in an impressive bulk of towering granite. From the start of the hike at Achintee, on the eastern side of the glen, we follow a steep path up to the saddle by Lochan Meall (570m), from where we ascend the remaining 700 metres along a stony meandering track that leads up the western flanks of the mountain. The summit plateau is home to the remains of the 19th century observatory, along with a memorial dedicated to the dead of the Second World War and on a good day it is reputed that the views extend for nearly 200km over the surrounding landscapes, as far as Country Antrim in Northern Ireland. Total walking time: approx 7-9 hrs.

Overnight Comfortable Hotel (H++) Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 3: AM Walk with optional activities also available; PM tour ends Glasgow Airport
The morning we have an organised walk in the area to further enjoy the beauty of the Highlands or alternatively there are a number of optional activities available to make the most of these stunning landscapes. There are mountain biking and kayaking before we head back towards Glasgow later this afternoon, ending our short adventure back at the city’s airport. We aim to be back in Glasgow by around 6pm this evening, for those of you wishing to arrange onward journeys.

Included meals: Breakfast

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Accommodation Details

2 nights Comfortable Hotel (H++)

Departure Dates, Options & Prices

Fri 02 Sep - Sun 04 Sep 2011 - 680 GBP
Fri 11 May - Sun 13 May 2012 - 700 GBP
Fri 08 Jun - Sun 10 Jun 2012 - 700 GBP
Fri 20 Jul - Sun 22 Jul 2012 - 700 GBP

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