Chest pounding.................cloud swirling.......the wind has picked up.................breaking through the cloud......................how much longer..................some ruins ahead........it's the observatory.....we've made it..............big grins...................on top of Scotland's and Britain's highest mountain......Ben Nevis!.................. I've climbed the highest mountain in Britain.........................

This could be you or a present for someone else in 2008.

At just under 4,500 feet, Ben Nevis dominates the skyline above the town of Fort William on the west coast of Scotland. . We follow the old pony track, used to serve the old weather observatory, built in 1883, the ruins of which still stand on the summit.

See Ben Nevis webcam for pictures of the "Ben" now

An ascent of Ben Nevis takes between 7 - 9 hours, moving at a steady pace. The track is rough but achievable.

See wikipedia, the online encyclopedia for lots more on this great mountain.......

Activity Price

£45 per person. Book online here.

This includes a full day of guiding by a qualified Mountain leader and first aider. The day operates on a maximum ratio of 6 clients to 1 guide, to ensure quality and safety for each client.

£180 per group of up to 4 people for a privately guided ascent.

This includes a full day of guiding by a qualified Mountain leader and first aider.

 

How fit do you have to be?

If you do some form of regular weekly exercise or have a physical job, you should manage it If you do no regular exercise and have a desk job, you'll find it hard, but not impossible. If you are unsure, contact us.

For those who have completed Snowdon with us, imagine another hour walking once you've reached the top of Snowdon!

 

Client Testimonials

"great to have guide for all the interesting tit-bits and insider knowledge from years on the hills. Also left with new ideas for further walks." Anna, September 2008

"Very enjoyable day and would certainly book again" Alan and Katherine, August 2008

"It was a perfect day. Gary was an excellent guide" Lois, May 2008

"Felt very nervous as this was my first mountain climb, Keith gave me confidence and made it a very enjoyable climb from start to finish" Susan, September 2007

"A great day" Mark, August 2007

"I was very impressed with the whole experience and will never forget it" Malcolm, July 2007

"Very impressed and thoroughly enjoyable", Keith and Sheila, July 2007

"Worth every pound!" Lakshmi, June 2007

"Excellent day. Well lead and very supportive and knowledgeable guide" Craig, June 2007

Available Dates 2008

We guide Ben Nevis, throughout May to September, weather conditions permitting. Email or phone us (01492 531475) for availability of your preferred date or to arrange a privately guided ascent or a winter ascent.

May 31

June 7, 8, 21, July 26, 27

August 3, 10, 11, 20, 22, 27, 30

September 13, 14

October 4, 11, 25

November - dates will be added depending on weather conditions

Gear list for Ben Nevis

 

Ben Nevis Equipment list. Download here

 

 

Useful Information and links

 

Accommodation in and around Fort William

The Corran Inn - Sitting on the shores of Loch Linnhe and 10 minutes from Fort William and geared up for outdoor folk.

The Lime Tree - 3 star hotel in central Fort William run by local mountaineer and artist David Wilson.

Old Pines Hotel - 4 star hotel and restaurant in Spean Bridge, just outside Fort William

Scottish Tourist Board - Search facility for different types of accommodation from Hotels to guest houses and self catering

Travel to Fort William

Fort William is located approximately 2 hours drive north of Glasgow & 2 hours drive southwest of Inverness. See map here

A number of airlines fly into Scotland.

Aer Lingus - to Glasgow & Edinburgh
British European - to Glasgow & Edinburgh
British Airways - to Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness & Aberdeen
British Midland -to Glasgow, Inverness & Edinburgh
Easyjet - to Glasgow, Edinburgh, Inverness & Aberdeen
Eastern Airways - to Aberdeen & Inverness
Ryanair - to Glasgow Prestwick, 3 hours from Fort William

Train and coach (bus) travel

Scotrail operate the sleeper service to Fort William and GNER run a direct service from the south east to Inverness
For train timetable & fare information click here

For national express city to city coach information click here

For internal Scotland coach information from Scottish citylink click here