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Coire Leis

Coire Leis

Surrounded by the slopes of Carn Mor Dearg and the cliffs of the North Face of Ben Nevis, Coire Leis is a scenic and dramatic route up Ben Nevis and avoids the ridge scrambling along CMD Arete - perfect for those want a more challenging route to the summit but are not keen on any exposure.
Our guided walk begins by following the path up to the CIC Hut which sits at the foot of the North Face, and from this point the route becomes much rougher. Continuing up the side of the stream we climb up into the back of Coire Leis at which point the path steepens for the final push up to the bealach at the end of CMD Arete. All that is left is the short steep ascent up the boulder field to bring us to the highest point in the UK. Our descent follows the top half of the Mountain Track then cuts across country to rejoin our original path back to the car park.
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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1 person - £250
2 people - £275
3 people - £300
4-6 people - £325
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
You will need to organise accommodation, lunch, personal equipment and insurance.
​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.
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


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info@abacusmountainguides.com
+44 (0) 1397 703563
  • Home
  • Adventures
    • Ben Nevis >
      • Ben Nevis Winter Ascent
      • Ben Nevis Mountain Track
      • Coire Leis
      • CMD Arete
      • Ledge Route
      • Tower Ridge
      • Events and Challenges
    • Summer Guiding >
      • Glen Nevis Heritage Trail
      • Ring of Steall
      • Glen Coe Walks
      • Curved Ridge
      • Aonach Eagach
      • Rock Climbing
      • Sea Stack Odyssey
      • Private Guiding
    • Skye and the Cuillin Ridge >
      • Cuillin Ridge Traverse
      • Cuillin Munro Bagging
      • Inaccessible Pinnacle
    • Winter Guiding >
      • Winter Walking >
        • Winter Skills Courses
        • Guided Winter Walking
      • Winter Climbing >
        • Intro to Winter Climbing
        • Classic Winter Mountaineering
        • Winter Climbing Progression
        • Classic Winter Climbing
        • Guided Winter Climbing
        • Performance Winter Climbing Workshop
      • Skiing >
        • Intro to Ski Touring
        • Scottish Steep Skiing
        • Ropework for Skiers
      • Avalanche Awareness
      • Women's Winter Festival
      • Fort William Mountain Festival Workshops
      • Winter Resources
    • Qualifications >
      • Mountain Leader Courses
      • Level 2 Mountain Bike Leadership Award
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • About
  • Sustainability
  • Booking
  • Partners
  • Covid-19