The National Three Peaks Mountain Challenge
The National Three Peaks Mountain Challenge
- Hike
- 24 Hours
- 4+ People
- All weather
The National Three Peaks
Route: Snowdon, Scafell Pike, Ben Nevis
Starting/Finish location: Pen Y Pass, North Wales/Glen Nevis Visitor Centre, Scotland
The National Three Peaks Challenge involves climbing the three highest peaks of Scotland, England and Wales, often within 24 hours – Snowdon, Scafell Pike and Ben Nevis. The total walking distance is 23 miles (37km) and the total ascent is 3064 metres (10,052ft).
This challenge is awesome as either a charity event or just as a personal achievement with a group of friends.
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What’s included in the cost
- Fully Qualified Mountain Leaders (Max ratio 1:8)
*Mountain Leaders will change throughout the challenge. - Help and advice with planning your challenge
- Information pack for your challenge including full kit list
- Group Safety Equipment and First Aid Kit
- Challenge Certificate on completion
What’s not included
- Personal walking kit and equipment
- Food and drinks
- Transport to and from start of each mountain. (Driver can be arranged at a cost if requested in advance)
- Accommodation for before and after challenge
TOUR ITINERARY
Saturday
Pick up at Bangor railway station (if travelling by rail). Drive to Snowdonia National Park and settle into our overnight accommodation in time for an evening meal and a chat with the guide about the week ahead.
Sunday
Today we climb Snowdon, the highest mountain in England and Wales (1085m) There are several paths up this beautiful mountain and the choice will depend upon group size, ability and of course the weather. On a clear day, it is possible to see England, Wales, Scotland Ireland and the Isle of Mann from the summit, 20 mountain lakes and the western coast of Wales. Transfer back to hotel early evening.
Distance: 5-7 km Ascent: 1000m Time: 5-8 hours
Distance: 5-7 km Ascent: 1000m Time: 5-8 hours
Monday
After a hearty breakfast, travel to Dollgellau, a pretty town in mid-Wales, surrounded by the hills of southern Snowdonia. We spend this afternoon exploring this picturesque town which has evolved from the small village it once was in the 12th century into today’s town with it’s narrow streets linking together the various town squares.
Tuesday
Today we climb Cadair Idris, the highest mountain range in mid-Wales. A delightful circular walk on well established paths, to Pen y Gadair Fawr, the highest point. From the top, there are stunning views to the coast and hills of northern Snowdonia. This is a strenuous walk taking between 4 and 6 hours.
Distance: 13km Ascent: 950m Time: 4-6 hours
Distance: 13km Ascent: 950m Time: 4-6 hours
Wednesday
Pick up from hotel mid-morning and travel alongside the river Wye to the pretty market town of Hay-on-Wye in Powys. We spend the afternoon exploring the town often referred to as the “town of books” as it has over 30 bookshops selling specialist and second-hand books. Hay-on Wye or Y Gelli it’s Welsh name, is renowned for it’s beautiful scenery, excellent accommodation and superb local cooking, all provided with the pride in excellence that the welsh are well-known. Overnight in hotel accommodation.
Thursday
Today we summit the distinctive shaped peak Pen y Fan, at 886m the highest peak in South Wales in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. As we walk we see wonderful views to the summit ridge, and once on the ridge out to the Usk valley to the North and the market town of Brecon. Return to hotel accommodation.
Distance: 11km Ascent: 453m Time: 5-6 hours
Distance: 11km Ascent: 453m Time: 5-6 hours
Friday
After an enjoyable breakfast we travel leisurely back up to North Wales, stopping for lunch in Welshpool before returning to Bangor train station early afternoon.
TOUR PRICING
7 DAY GUIDED TOUR
from £849
- 7 days guided tour
- 6 nights accommodation
- packed lunches each day
- Quality hotel accommmodation
- * Price subject to supplement for single person occupancy
from £250
(Price based on a minimum group of 4)
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