Take on Scotland's/UK's highest mountain! Transport and Guides included.
Difficulty: Very Challenging - If you are unsure please speak with us. You must have previously climbed Scafell Pike or Snowdon.
Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the UK at 1345m. This is a challenging walk but well worth the reward. Travel to and from Fort William is included and guiding up & down the mountain as well.
We will start from Manchester, drive up to Fort William, stay the night (accommodation not included). If you wish to stay in a B&B/hotel please book yourself. For camping please book through BEE Adventures so we are all pitched together. Camping pitch is £14 per night. Hot showers, cafe, shop and bar on site.
Refreshed from your nights sleep we will start the walk from the Glen Nevis Valley up the pony track for our hike. The hike to the top should take approximately 3½ hours to the highest point in all of the UK!!! Following the same path down should take about the same time, then you can head into the great town of Fort William to have an explore (or rest).
The next day BEE Adventures team will be ready to take us back to Manchester and home safely.
Height: 1345m
Distance - 15km
Time Hiking - 9 - 10 hours
Please note: Ben Nevis is a very challenging walk and a good level of fitness is required. This hike is not for beginners.
What do I need to bring?
Try to pack these items into a maximum of two bags as the minibus maybe full, things may get a little cramped.
For the Weekend:
Change of clothes
Toiletries
Money for food/drinks (when in town)
For the hike:
Backpack (20-40 litre max)
Waterproof Jacket and pants
Walking Boots/Shoes (trainers as last option)
Walking trousers/shorts (No Jeans)
Fleece
Warm Jacket
Gloves
Hat
Food (sandwiches are ideal)
Snacks
Flask with a hot drink
Water (minimum 1 litre)
Personal First Aid/medication
For if you are camping:
Cooker (We have a large stove for everyone to use)
Pan, cup, plate and cutlery.
Sleeping bag
Sleeping mat
Tent
Food
Warm clothes
Torch
We have spare kit that we can lend and rent you if you may need, just let us know before the event so we can arrange it.
Level: Challenging
Day 1
9:00am - We will meet at Chorlton street. We will drive you to the start of the walk near Fort William roughly 8 hours’ drive, including three stops along the way.
5:00pm - Arrive in Fort William, drop off to hotels/ B&B’s then finally to the campsite.
Day 2
8:30am - Pick up for the people staying in hotels in the town
9:00am - We arrive at Ben Nevis Visitors Centre
It takes approximately 3½ hours to walk 7.5km to the top of Ben Nevis for a stunning view.
This event is in total 15 km and a well-rewarded challenge!
A general level of fitness is required as you will be walking for 6-7 hours at a steady pace.
We aim to be back at the Visitors Centre for 6pm then drop you back in town for you to explore or rest if you wish.
Day3
09:00am - Pick up at the campsite.
09:15am - Pick up from Fort William to head back to Manchester.
We will drive roughly 8 hours’ drive, including three stops along the way.
7:15pm - Arrive back in Manchester Chorlton Street
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Ben Nevis Weekend - Meet Us There
Meet us at the camp site in the morning of the walk (Glen Nevis Caravan & Camping Park, Glen Nevis, Fort William PH33 6SX )Meeting time: 9am *Please be aware you are responsible for turning up on time, we can not wait for you.
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£80.00 | |
Ben Nevis 2024 Deposit
Please read the terms and conditions, this 35% deposit is non-refundable. The remaining balance of £97.5 is due 4 weeks before the event and must be paid via bank transfer.
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£52.50 | |
Ben Nevis 2024
Transport from Manchester (Opposite National express bus station, Chorlton Street, Manchester, M1 3JF)
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£150.00 |
Chorlton Street
Manchester
M1
The BEE minibus will be waiting opposite the National Coach Station, please arrive 5 minutes before departure.
For events where the Lancaster pick-up is available address: Caton Road Park and Ride, Caton Rd, Lancaster LA1 3SW