Hike the 14 Highest Peaks in Snowdonia (Wales)

14 peaks all above 3000ft

On Hike the 14 Highest Peaks in Snowdonia, you will experience the classic hiking Welsh 3000s route for which the first recorded completion dates back to the early 1900s. The current record stands at an unbelievable 4 hours 10 minutes, held by Finlay Wild since 2019 (a record that had previously stood unbroken for 31 years).

• The Carneddau Range: After a comfortable night in your hotel, your first day of hiking takes you up to Carneddau (the "cairns") to begin bagging your peaks. If all goes well, today you will be able to cross off six of your 14 peaks, including Foel Fras, Carnedd Llewelyn and Pen Yr Ole Wen.
• The Glyderau Range: Your second day continues the challenge with rugged hiking over five more peaks, starting with Tryfan and heading on to Glyder Fach and Elidir Fawr.
• The Snowdon Massif: Finally on the third day, a Monday, the crowning achievement of the trip, hiking (and scrambling) up Crib Goch, Crib y Ddysgyl and Snowdon, with an opportunity to appreciate the grandeur of the scenery away from the weekend crowds. Back at the hotel, it's time to celebrate!

The tour is led by experienced guide(s) with max. group size 8 persons. Photo: Greg Cain AT.

Start each day well rested and well fed

Accommodation for the four nights of the tour is in comfortable 3-star hotel in Betws-y-Coed, offering welcoming Welsh hospitality and en-suite rooms. Breakfast each day is included to set you up for the day's hike, with other meals available to purchase locally (you'll bring a packed lunch with you each day for the hikes).

There's no better feeling than returning to the snug warmth of a local hostelry after a day on the hills to reminisce and relax over a pint or two!

An adventurous hike for experienced walkers

You may not be aiming to complete the route in under 24 hours, but don't underestimate the fitness and stamina needed for this tour. You should have a high level of fitness and be an experienced hiker used to hillwalking and comfortable with hikes taking 8-10 hours per day.

For those willing and able to take on the challenge, Hike the 14 Highest Peaks in Snowdonia will be a hiking holiday to remember!

*Guests will share room with other same gender participant in the group unless solo occupancy has been requested.

Included

• Accommodation: 4 nights in 3-star hotel accommodation (2-person rooms) as per itinerary with en-suite facilities. Guests will share room with other same gender participant in the group unless solo occupancy has been requested.
• Meals: 5 x breakfast and 1 x dinner as per itinerary (for dinner on Day 1, guests have free choice from the restaurant menu up to the amount of pound;25/person). Additional meals are available to purchase locally, with a number of bars, restaurants and cafes within walking distance of the accommodation.
• Transfers: Vehicle transfer between hotel accommodation and start/end points of each day's hike as per itinerary.
• Activities: 3 days' guided hiking as per itinerary.

Not Included

• Travel: We do not arrange flights or domestic travel, but are happy to advise on suitable connections and assist you with any aspect of planning your journey. See under "Getting There" for general travel information.
• Meals apart from those specified. Additional meals are available to purchase locally.

Required

Health requirements/experience:

Suitable for adults (min. age 18) with high level of fitness and stamina and with previous experience of challenging day hiking.

You should expect to be hiking between 8-10 hours per day for three consecutive days, with steep ascents and descents over mixed terrain, including occasional scrambling (Grade 1).

This experience is not suitable for guests afraid of heights - some hiking is on exposed ridges which drop away sharply.

What makes this "Hard"?

This tour summits 14 peaks over three days of hiking and requires a high level of fitness. Although spreading the hiking over three days compared to the Welsh 3000s 24-hour challenge, this is nevertheless a demanding and tiring hiking experience.

Weather, temperature and trail conditions on the mountains can also be very changeable.

NB: Perception of difficulty is very subjective. What is hard to one person may be easy for another and vice versa, depending on factors including level of fitness, age and previous experience. Weather conditions/temperatures can also dramatically affect the actual level of challenge encountered.

Equipment/clothes needed:

For information on any equipment and/or clothing included as standard for this experience, please see under "What's Included".

A detailed recommended packing list for personal items to bring will be sent with your booking documentation.

NB: We advise you not to buy equipment or clothes for your trip or to incur other non-refundable expenses such as flights until you have received confirmation of your booking from us in writing. Note of course that the most appropriate clothing to use as well as the level of challenge experienced during any outdoor activity may vary significantly depending on factors such as the time of year and the particular weather/temperature conditions during your trip.

Preparing for your trip:

For further reading, we also have a number of general information articles to get you ready for your trip, covering a wide variety of topics from what to do on a city break before/after your tour, advice on packing, eyewear for winter and considerations for female travellers.

Minimum number:

A total of minimum 4 persons are required for fixed-date tours to be guaranteed to run. You are of course welcome to book as a solo traveller.

Groups

Max. group size 8 persons (guide-to-guest ratio max. 1:4). A total of 4 persons are required for public tours to be confirmed to run. You are of course welcome to book as a solo traveller.

This experience is also ideal for private groups. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Eco Info

This provider has a detailed written environmental policy.