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Reach the summit with a Ben Nevis Winter Guide
Climb Ben Nevis in Winter with a Ben Nevis Winter Guide
Ben Nevis winter enquiry
Book a Ben Nevis Winter Guide
Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the UK and in winter even the mountain path is a very serious undertaking that requires a different set of skills. Climbing Ben Nevis in winter is a challenging day out but still very attainable for many people. Book a Ben Nevis winter Guide to guide you to the summit of Ben Nevis safely in winter conditions.
The main route up Ben Nevis is called the 'tourist track' but don't let the name fool you, the path has about 1300m of ascent and descent and is approximately a 16km round trip. Average climbing times in winter range from 7-10 hours and although it is achievable for most people you do need to be exercising regularly before you make an attempt, to make the route and your day feel more enjoyable.
A Winter ascent of Ben Nevis will potentially require the use of Crampons and an Ice axe. If you don't have these, don't worry. We can organize this with one of our local Outdoor stores and show you how to use them on the day.
A kit list can be found at the bottom of the page and for further information about what is involved in a winter ascent of 'The Ben' you can read more at Climbing Ben Nevis - What you need to know.
We offer Ben Nevis guided walks up the tourist track for groups with prices starting from £290 in Winter. Our full list of prices is below. We offer guiding year-round and on any day of the week, to book please get in touch.
Ben Nevis guiding prices for Winter (1st November - Mid May)
1-2 people £290
3-4 people £310
5-6 people £330
7-8 people £620
9-10 people £640
For groups of more than 6 or last-minute bookings please get in contact.
Ben Nevis Walks - Kit list
- B2 or B3 Winter walking boots*
- Waterproof jacket and trousers.
- Socks.
- Baselayers are to be worn next to the skin. (not cotton)
- Comfortable walking trousers. (not jeans)
- Warm mid-layers. At least two, one to wear and one as an emergency layer.
- Hats and gloves.
- Head torch.
- A small personal first aid kit. Plasters etc.
- A flask and/or drinks bottle, 1L should be enough.
- A rucksack. Anything larger than a 30L pack will do and a waterproof liner
- An orange emergency survival bag.
- Crampons*
- Ice axe*
* - These items can be hired locally if needed.
If you have any questions please ask.
Ben Nevis Guided Walks itinerary
Our Ben Nevis Guided Walks start from the Ben Nevis Visitors Centre where there are toilets (limited opening hours). There is a pay and display car park here too.
You will meet your guide here at 7.30 am and start walking by 7.45 am. Most groups are up and down in a time of 6 - 9 hours.
You will need food and drink for the day. We recommend shopping in town first, for a wider choice and the Visiotrs Centre has very limited choice.
We can also be flexible with start times, please do say if an alternative time would work better for you.
Winter kit hire in fort William
There are two places we recommend for kit hire in fort William. Both have a range of sizes and equipment available and there hire equipment is new or well maintained.
Ellis Brigham - https://www.ellis-brigham.com/equipment-hire-scotland
Scottish Mountain Hire - https://www.mountainhire.co.uk/
