Ben Nevis Mountain Track
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The Mountain Track, or Pony Track, is the most popular route to the summit of Ben Nevis but should still not be underestimated. The path winds it's way up from Glen Nevis and it takes approximately four hours to get to the top. As the path is loose and rocky we allow for the same amount of time to come back down.
Reaching the summit of Ben Nevis is achievable for most people but you will need good levels of fitness and stamina, and be prepared for a full day out in the mountains. From mid May until mid September we run Ben Nevis Group Walks up the Mountain Track every Wednesday and Sunday. You can check the availability for these on the calendar below and book your place right now. Please be aware that for Group Walks at the start of May winter equipment may be required. We will let you know about this as early as possible, and if necessary equipment can be hired from Scottish Mountain Hire in Fort William. Private guiding is available on any day of the week, at any time of year. Contact us to check our availability and make a booking. |
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Here is our Ben Nevis Information Sheet with even more information and useful tips. We ask people in our groups to enjoy each other's company, to share the experience, and to stay together as a group, accepting that there will be a range of fitness levels in the group. Clearly we can not walk faster than the slowest group member, so it is down to the more able people to moderate their speed so that they can benefit from the guiding. Reaching the summit is never guaranteed, but we will always have a fun and informative day.
If you are organising a Ben Nevis charity event or challenge we can also provide guides and marshals for this. Have a look at our Events and Challenges page to find out more.
If you are organising a Ben Nevis charity event or challenge we can also provide guides and marshals for this. Have a look at our Events and Challenges page to find out more.
Not sure if the summit is for you? If you would like to experience all the beauty and drama that Ben Nevis has to offer but would rather not go to the summit, then why not join a guided walk to the North Face? This walk will take you to the foot of the towering North Face of Ben Nevis where you will learn how water, weather, plants, animals and people have played their part in creating this unique place for us to explore. These walks are run by local company, Wild Roots Guiding, so please contact them directly to book.
Although it was a challenging walk it was made great by the atmosphere created by the guide. My adventure to the top of Ben Nevis was the best experience I had while visiting Scotland. |
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Ben Nevis Open Group Walks
£100 per person Maximum ratio 1:8 Check the calendar below then fill in our Booking Form to confirm your place now. Please be aware that for Group Walks at the start of May winter equipment may be required. We will let you know about this as early as possible, and if necessary equipment can be hired from Scottish Mountain Hire in Fort William. |
Private Guiding
1 person - £270 2 people - £150 per person / £300 total 3 people - £110 per person / £330 total 4 to 8 people - £360 Please Contact Us to check our availability or to get a quote for larger groups. |
To make sure you get the most out of your day we've included the following:
- Training plan
- Kit list
- Safety Brief
- Experienced Mountain Leader
- Action photos
The weather on Ben Nevis can change in a matter of minutes. Rain is common and it can regularly feel as cold as -10 degrees celsius on the summit, even in the summer. Make sure you are ready for your day by packing the items on the list below.
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To wear:
Thermal base layer top – polyester or woollen, no cotton Warm fleece Walking trousers – no jeans Spare fleece or synthetic insulating layer Waterproof jacket and trousers Warm hat and gloves (spare gloves recommended) Sun hat Walking boots (with ankle support) Further detail on these things can be found here - https://www.abacusmountainguides.com/blog/what-to-wear-and-what-to-carry-on-a-walk-up-ben-nevis |
Other equipment:
Rucksack – roughly 25 litres Lunch and spare food 1 litre flask or water bottle Whistle Walking poles (recommended but not essential) Sunglasses & sun cream Mobile phone in a waterproof case Camera Personal 1st Aid Kit - plasters, blister kit, all normal medication including asthma inhaler if you have one. |
Ben Nevis walks start and finish at the Ben Nevis Visitor Centre, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6ST (£8 charge per vehicle):
