A guided mountain walks in Snowdonia will take you over the jagged peaks, steep rocky slopes and airy ridge lines and will make anyone feel like a proper mountaineer. Formed over a period of 650 million years, the peaks of Snowdonia were created from ancient oceans, volcanoes and glaciers. Evidence of their dramatic birth is still evident across the national park, you just need to know where to look!
Sir Edmond Hillary used these mountains to train for Mount Everest before his successful first ascent in 1953! There is something for everyone in North Wales so take your pick. Snowdon isn't the only mountain here!
GUIDED WALKS OVERVIEW:
These guided walks in Snowdonia will introduce you to the home of my favourite mountain; Tryfan. Join me on a guided mountain walk in Snowdonia to learn why Tryfan is my favouite and I am sure you will discover your favouite mountain here too! Shy away from the crowds of Snowdon and discover what else Snowdonia has to offer!
Click HERE to go to the Snowdonia National Park tourist information website to learn more about the area.
WHO ARE THESE GUIDED WALKS FOR?
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Those of you in the area on holiday who want to explore these beautiful Welsh mountains
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Hill walkers who have minimal mountain walking experience and want the reassurance of an experienced Mountain Leader to keep them safe and lead the way
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A family activity to enjoy the outdoors together
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Someone new to the area and want to experience what Snowdonia has to offer!
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A mountain walker who has done all the classic walks and wants advice and guidance on new mountain walks
GUIDED WALKS CONTENT:
On this guided walk, I hope you go away having learnt some new skills and have been inspired to explore the mountains further:
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Basic navigation skills
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How to move efficiently in mountainous terrain
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Fauna, Flora and Geology of the mountain environment
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Leave no trace
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What kit and equipment is required for a safe mountain walk
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Emergency procedures and how, and when, to call for help
WHAT TO EXPECT:
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A full day in the mountains under the safety and guidance of an experienced Mountain Leader
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A focus on your safety
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Advice and knowledge imparted on you
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Breathtaking views and memories that last
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The adrenaline rush of reaching a summit
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Going away being inspired to walk more in the mountains
List of the more popular peaks are below: (Detailed route cards COMING SOON!)
THE CARNEDDAU
Carnedd Llywelyn (1,064m)
Carnedd Dafydd (1,044m)
ROUTES:
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Via Crib Lem
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Via Pen Yr Ole Wen
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Via Yr Elen & Cwm Llafar Horseshoe
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Via Craig Yr Ysfa
FACT:
In 1950, an RAF Lincoln aircraft crashed into the side of Carnedd Llywelyn. Large parts of the wreckage are still scattered across the mountain side.
SNOWDON
1,085m
ROUTES:
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Pyg track and Miners track
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The Snowdon Horseshoe
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The watkin path
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South Ridge
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Snowdon Ranger
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Llanberis Path
FACT:
The highest mountain in Wales yet you can find fossils of sea creatures near the summit! Evidence of Wales's dramatic past!
TRYFAN
917m
ROUTES:
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North Ridge
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South Ridge
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Heather Terrace
FACT:
No easy 'walkers' route to the summit. Two boulders on the summit known as Adam and Eve. Leap across from one to the other, if you dare!
CADAIR IDRIS
893m
ROUTES:
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Minffordd Path
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Pony Path
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Fox's Path
FACT:
Legend has it that if you sleep alone on the summit you will either wake as a madman or a poet!
WELSH 3000ER'S
The Glyderau:
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Elidir Fawr 923 m
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Y Garn 947 m
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Glyder Fawr 1000 m
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Glyder Fach 994 m
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Tryfan 915 m
The Carneddau:
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Pen yr Ole Wen 978 m
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Carnedd Dafydd 1044 m
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Yr Elen 962 m
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Carnedd Llewelyn 1064 m
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Foel Grach 976 m
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Garnedd Uchaf (Carnedd Gwenllian) 926 m*
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Foel-fras 942 m
The Snowdon Massif:
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Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) 1085 m
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Crib y Ddysgl 1065 m
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Crib Goch 923 m
Officially 24 miles long but the walk in and out from the summits make it over 30 miles! The fastest time to complete the challenge was set by Finlay Wild in an unbelievable 4 hours 10 mins 48 seconds!
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