Adventures
At Mountain and Glen we aim not only to offer a fantastic range of walking adventures, but also to take care of every aspect of your stay, from your arrival in Scotland until your departure. In addition, we are expert at creating and leading corporate group hillwalking adventures, as part of a teambuilding process, which can also include rock climbing if required. Whatever your needs, call us today to discuss how we can create the ultimate adventure experience for you. Each of the Adventures below is "graded" to help you measure how difficult they are. To understand what each grade means click here.
Current Range of Adventures
3 Peaks, 3 Countries, 3,407 metres!:
Three Peaks 24 Hour Challenge
Duration: 2 days
The Mountain and Glen Three Peaks Challenge is a superb test of body and spirit! Taking in the three highest peaks in Britain, the challenge is to complete all three within 24 hours. It sounds a tall order but it can be done (with a little help from us of course!) Starting in Fort William, the first challenge is the brooding mass of Ben Nevis. On completion we head directly to the Lake District for phase two, Scafell Pike. Again, on completion we head off for our final leg, up the steep slopes of Snowdon in Wales. Sleeping and eating are attempted in the vehicle between mountains! A tough Challenge in every sense!
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The Three Peaks at a more leisurely pace!:
Three Peaks Adventure
Duration: 4 days
If the Three Peaks Challenge is just a little too hectic, how about the same itinerary over a four day period? You will climb the three highest peaks in Britain at a more leisurely rate of one per day! Your adventure will commence on Ben Nevis in Scotland, before heading for Scafell Pike in the English Lake District. Your final challenge is Snowdon in Wales.
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Attempting the Three Peaks this year?:
Three Peaks Challenge Training
Duration: 2 days
Scafell Pike is, navigationally, the most testing mountain of the Three Peaks Challenge. This is not only a golden opportunity to familiarise yourself with the route up Scafell Pike from Wasdale in the company of one of our qualified leaders, but also to brush up on those rusty navigation skills! Throughout the event our leaders will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about any aspect of the event, including equipment, training and preparation.
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A big day out!:
Ben Nevis Adventure
Duration: 1 day
Ben Nevis, Britain's highest mountain, rises from sea-level on the shores of Loch Linnhe, to loom ominously 4,406ft (1,344m) above the town of Fort William. In fact, the summit of 'The Ben' (as it is known locally) lies only a few hundred feet below the permanent snow line!
This adventure will take you to the highest point in the British Isles, under the watchful eye of one of our professional leaders.
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Spring, Summer, Autumn:
West Highland Way (Self-guided)
Duration: 7 days
Due to popular demand our West Highland Way adventure is now available on a self-guided basis. We provide all the services you will need to walk the route as an individual or in your own group, including seven nights' accommodation, a daily luggage transfer service, mapping, advice and 24 hour support!
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Spring, Summer, Autumn:
The West Highland Way
Duration: 7 days
First opened on the 6th of October 1980, the West Highland Way is now undoubtedly Scotland's favourite long-distance path, some 95 miles (152km) in length, linking Milngavie, on the outskirts of Glasgow to Fort William in the imposing shadow of Ben Nevis. Completing the spectacular West Highland Way is a huge achievement for all who walk it. Superb scenery, excellent accommodation and good company make this a trip of a lifetime!
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New for 2008:
Great Glen Way (Self-guided)
Duration: 7 days
This highly popular 73 mile/117 kilometre long-distance walk is self-guided. This means we provide all the services you will need to walk the route as an individual or in your own group, including seven nights' accommodation, a daily luggage transfer service, mapping, advice and 24 hour support, leaving you free to relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery!
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De-Stress under the stars!:
Wild Camping Weekend
Duration: 3 days
A stress-busting weekend taking in the breathtakingly beautiful wilds of the Glenfinnan area, famous for it’s appearance in the Harry Potter movies. Two full days walking, two nights camping amongst the mountains and glens of the Highlands.
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Day Walks
Duration: 1 day
Come and explore the outstanding beauty of the Southern Highlands and Uplands. Choose from mountains such as The Cobbler (Ben Arthur), The Merrick or Ben Lomond for an unforgettable day out! The Cobbler, offers a unique atmosphere and outstanding views of the surrounding Arrochar Alps. The Merrick, the highest peak in the Southern Uplands is a slightly easier but equally satisfying day out. Ben Lomond is a hugely popular peak and offers amazing photo opportunities. Many people's holiday snaps will show Loch Lomond but not many will match yours, taken from nearly three thousand two hundred feet above!
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Special Event:
Navigation Training
Duration: 3 days
Need to brush up on your navigation skills for a course or holiday? Looking to refresh the skills you already have? Preparing for the Three Peaks Challenge?
Whatever level you are currently at we can provide the training you need to raise your game.
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A superb introduction to walking!:
Tramping the Trossachs
Duration: 3 days
Takes place in the beautiful Loch Lomond & Trossachs national park and the breathtaking Arrochar Alps. Ben Lomond, at 974 meters is Scotland's most Southerly Munro. (A Munro is a summit over 3000 feet). Towering over the Loch below, from its peak on a clear day many of the loch's 31 islands can be seen. The Cobbler with its distinctive triple peaks stands majestically in the southernmost section of the Arrochar Alps. Whilst not the highest peak in the range, it is certainly the best loved, by walkers and climbers alike.
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Adventure 6:
The Ceiling of Scotland
Duration: 5 days
Ben Lomond, Glencoe, Ben Nevis and the Southern Uplands. A beautifully varied snapshot of some of Scotland's finest. Ben Lomond sits on the Highland Boundary fault line. Glencoe is, in our opinion the most atmospheric, dramatic glen in Scotland. Ben Nevis needs little introduction! The highest mountain in Britain, its summit lies only a few hundred feet below the permanent snow line! Often overlooked by many walkers, the Southern Uplands offer endless opportunities for exploration. The Merrick offers immense visual rewards and the chance to rest a while in a bothy!
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Adventure 7:
Dizzy Heights
Duration: 4 days
Britain's finest ridge-walk? We think so but why not decide for yourself? Oh, and did we mention Britain's highest mountain too? Not a weekend for the faint of heart! The Aonach Eagach ridge forms an imposing and spectacular wall on the northern side of Glen Coe. The name translates from the Gaelic for "notched ridge" and is one of the most aspired to walks in Britain. This adventure includes the monarch of British mountains, Ben Nevis.
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Private Guiding
Duration: 1 day
Mountain and Glen can offer you the opportunity to hire one of our qualified Mountain Leaders for a day, a weekend or a week! We would be delighted to create a personal itinerary for your adventure and to take care of all your accommodation requirements.
All our leaders have extensive knowledge of the mountains of Scotland, Wales and the Lake District. You choose where and when, we provide the expertise!
Contact us today to discuss your requirements
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