Mountain Walk On Ben Nevis For Two
Starting at Fort William you'll follow the historic pony track up onto the plateau, aiming to reach the old summit observatory perched on the edge of the huge North face. Expect to deal with all sorts of conditions - it can snow on Ben Nevis for 365 days of the year however, if the skies are clear, then half of Scotland will be visible from the summit. Your guide will keep the pace sensible but more experienced walkers have the option of scrambling up and along the narrow ridge of Carn Mor Dearg onto the summit. The day finishes with a hot chocolate and a debrief at the National Ice Climbing centre in Kinlochleven, before rewarding your tired limbs with a sauna and steam.
Availability
Available all year round. Please allow at least six weeks advance notice for weekend bookings.
Participant Guidelines
Minimum age is 16. Participants should have good endurance and be able to keep moving all day on uneven ground.
Weather
Ben Nevis is particularly exposed to poor weather and avalanche risk so, on certain days, it may be neccessary to switch to another summit.
Duration
A mountain day can last for up to ten hours, but seven to eight is more typical. The Ice Factor can arrange a shorter, easier day on request.
Numbers On Day
This is an exclusive experience, for just the two of you and your guide.
Spectators
The experience is for paying participants only and therefore spectators are not permitted.
Dress Code
Dress warmly and bring a change of clothes for when you've completed your climb. Wear warm waterproofs if you have them. Lots of thin layers are much more effective than one large bulky layer. All climbing equipment will be provided.