Ben Nevis Winter Ascent
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Climbing Ben Nevis in winter is a unique and memorable experience, and many hill walkers come to the area to take on the challenge. During our winter ascents we follow the Mountain Track from Glen Nevis and usually meet the snow line around half way up. More often than not it is from this point that crampons and an ice axe are required.
Navigation on Ben Nevis can be incredibly tricky in winter conditions so we strongly recommend that people with little winter experience go with a local and experienced guide. Not only will they help you to safely reach the summit, but you will also learn how to use your crampons and ice axe correctly, and pick up valuable knowledge on the winter environment. If you have never used winter equipment before your guide will teach you good techniques, or you may consider booking a Ben Nevis Weekend - one day of Winter Skills followed by an attempt on Ben Nevis. |
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Ben Nevis Winter Ascents are available with a private guide on any day of the week so get in touch to check our availability and make a booking.
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Ben Nevis Group Walks
£100 per person Maximum ratio 1:6 5th January 2025 2nd February 2025 16th February 2025 |
Private Guiding
One day 1 person - £300 2 people - £165 per person (£330 total) 3 people - £120 per person (£360 total) 4-6 people - £97 to £65 per person (£390 total) |
Winter Skills + Ben Nevis
Two days 1 person - £600 2 people - £330 per person (£660 total) 3 people - £240 per person (£720 total) 4-6 people - £195 to £130 per person (£780 total) |
To make sure you get the most out of your day we've included the following:
- Kit list
- Safety Brief
- Experienced Mountain Leader
- Action photos
The weather on Ben Nevis can change in a matter of minutes. Snow is likely and it can regularly feel as cold as -20 degrees Celsius on the summit. Make sure you are ready for your day by packing the items on the list below.
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To wear:
Thermal base layers – polyester or woollen, no cotton Warm fleece Walking trousers – no jeans Spare fleece or synthetic insulating layer Waterproof jacket and trousers with side zips Warm hat and gloves (spare gloves recommended) Stiff walking boots – B2 or B3 rated |
Other equipment:
Rucksack – roughly 30 litres Mountaineering ice axe and crampons Lunch and spare food 1 litre flask or water bottle Headtorch Ski goggles Whistle Walking poles (recommended but not essential) Sunglasses & sun cream Mobile phone in a waterproof case Camera |
If you need winter equipment Scottish Mountain Hire in Fort William hire out winter boots, crampons and ice axes. They can also supply 30 litre rucksacks and clear goggles. Please contact them directly to book:
[email protected] | +44 (0) 7752587388
[email protected] | +44 (0) 7752587388
