Ben Nevis

Description

The 'Ben' is the highest mountain in Scotland and the UK rising to an impressive 1345m above sea level. 

She sits proud above the lively town of Fort William in Lochaber and dominates the skyline when not shrouded by its usual crown of clouds. 

Ben Nevis has an interesting history including being a victorian tourist destination with a hotel on the summit. 

Today only ruins remain of the hotel but people from around the world still come most days to hike up and stand on the the highest part of the British isles.

The Ben Nevis tour will pick you up from Edinburgh or Glasgow and whisk you up to the highlands where we will have an introductory hike up the lost valley in Glen Coe. (Usually 2-3 hours )

We will then proceed to a camping site just below the mighty Ben, where we will eat heartily and then get a good rest before our big day. 

On day two you will hike up the challenging 1345m over 17km (not so easy)

If we are lucky we might get a good view from the top too. 

Sadly we cannot guarantee that the summit will be reached due to weather, conditions or fitness. 

However we will make sure that we do everything possible to make you have a great experience. 

Included / Excluded
  • A Qualified, experienced, knowledgeable guide.
  • A wealth of information and stories about History, folklore, geography, geology etc mixed with plenty humour.
  • Awesome views, photos and life changing experiences.  
  • Campsite fees
  • Lots of walking
  • Pick up and drop off from Edinburgh.
  • Tent, Stove, pots, plates, cutlery, cups.
  • Food and drinks
  • Please don't worry if you haven't got all the gear on the list. We will stop by a great outdoor store and a supermarket on our way to the Highlands and you can pick up anything you need. Alternatively for the more expensive items you can rent from us, just look for the (R) symbol. 
  •  1 fleece or similar mid layer
  •  1 warm preferably Primaloft or Down Jacket (even in summer temperatures on the Ben can plummet into minus degrees)
  •  2 pairs of thick hiking socks
  •  2 wool or synthetic base layers
  •  3 season B0 Hiking boots with ankle support
  •  Camping Mat preferably Inflatable (R) (£10 for sleeping bag and mat)
  •  Daypack, I would recommend 35 litres so you can fit in extra layers, water and lunch. (R)
  •  Gaiters (Optional)
  •  Gloves
  •  Goretex (or similar) Jacket and Pants
  •  Head torch
  •  Midge face net (optional)
  •  Personal Medication (Inhalers, insulin, painkillers etc)
  •  Sleeping bag rated to around comfort level -5 degrees C (R) (£10 for sleeping bag and mat)
  •  Sunglasses
  •  Walking poles (Optional)
  •  Warm Hat
  •  Water bottle, at least one litre.
  •  personal Hygiene kit inc a blister kit (Blister plasters or tape), water sterilisation tabs, Sunblock and Insect repellent 
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 2 days
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
A lot of people worry that they wont be fit enough or are too old for our trips.
DON'T WORRY
Fitness
There is NO age limit here, all ages above 18 are welcome. 
We will always move at the pace of the slowest members of the group so you will NEVER be left behind. A level of Fitness, especially stamina however is very important. You will need to be able to walk for up to 8 hours per day with a heavy pack on. (trust me though, YOU CAN DO THIS)
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

FAQ

What is the Ben Nevis cancellation policy?

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Ben Nevis cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Which company provides Ben Nevis?

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Ben Nevis is hosted by Pict Expeditions. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

How much is Ben Nevis?

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Ben Nevis price starts from $338.45.

Operated by:

Pict Expeditions

About operator:

Pict Expeditions offers affordable wilderness treks and camping in remote locations around Scotland. We take you much further than the usual tourist spots on multi day adventures through Scotlands diverse and beautiful landscapes. Your guide will be there every step of the way to provide help, knowledge and plenty of humour. We also offer pick up and drop off in Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 2 days
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