On booking your Ben Nevis Trek, you will receive all the exciting event information via our mobile travel app. You’ll have access to all your trek info, training guide, countdowns, live updates, contact info, weather forecasts, kit lists and much more at the touch of a button 24/7 via your mobile phone. No more unnecessary use of reams of paper and the need of carrying around documents with you. The app is free to download and all info is customary to your adventure ahead.

With being a small family business we pride ourselves with providing personal, professional and friendly service when you book onto the Ben Nevis Trek. We appreciate that everyone has different levels of experience and reasons for wishing to embark on this trek and therefore require varying levels of support and guidance. We’re here to help you every step of the way from the moment you join the flock all the way through to completing the trekking challenge and beyond. Jim and Sue’s knowledge and expertise stems from dozens of years of exploring the UK and helping people from all walks of life achieve their goals.

Adventurous Ewe puts the safety and well-being of you, our leaders & crew and the communities we visit at the centre of all our operations, always. Your safety and well-being is our top priority. The Ben Nevis Trek is challenging and requires preparation as it is designed to take you out of their every-day comfort zones and achieve something great. Rest assured we have a thorough Safety Management System, indepth risk assessments and risk management systems in place. Your safety and well-being is our top priority at all times.

You will be accompanied by certified and local Adventurous Ewe Mountain Leader/s on this trek so you can concentrate on absorbing the incredible views plus learn more about the area enroute. Our Leader/s are a friendly bunch, first aid qualified and have extensive experience in leading treks throughout the UK. They will be ultimately responsible for the running of the itinerary and the safety of your group. Leaders will carrying full safety equipment and mountain first aid kits with them at all times. Please note, these kits are for emergencies only so please come prepared with your own personal first aid items. 

We pride ourselves in small group travel to minimise the impact on the environment, to maximise your safety and wellbeing and to make your experience more authentic.

The minimum group size for this trek to run is 12 people and the maximum group size is 60 people.

You are most welcome to join the Ben Nevis Trek as a group of family, friends, colleagues, or as a solo trekker. 

The Ben Nevis Trek is a team challenge and not designed to be individual competitive race. You will be taking part in teams of up to 12 people with a dedicated Leader. We encourage team spirit and support of each other to ensure everyone has the best opportunity to complete the challenge and enjoy the journey along the way too. This trek is a fantastic way to meet like-minded people and share an incredible adventure whilst being accompanied and supported by friendly and experienced Adventurous Ewe Leaders.

The Ben Nevis Trek is graded as ‘Challenging’ and preparation is key to help you get the most enjoyment and reward from this challenge. It’s a great intro to mountain trekking and experiencing the great outdoors in varying conditions. A good level of fitness is required and will help you enjoy the experience more. A training programme will be provided and it is strongly recommended that you train with trekking poles and use these for your descent.

A training programme will be provided when you sign up for this trek to help you with your preparations. The more you are prepared, the more you will enjoy the challenge.

Our motto is: Train hard, smile harder and enjoy the journey!

A full kit list will be provided when you register for the Ben Nevis Trek. Good kit can make the difference between a fantastic adventure and an uncomfortable one. Well worn in waterproof hiking boots are essential together with a good quality waterproof jacket AND trousers. An exclusive Adventurous Ewe discount code will be provided for the independent local outdoor retailers Crib Goch Outdoors on registering for this challenge.

To help you get the very best from your Ben Nevis trek we will provide you with an exclusive Adventurous Ewe discount code to use in independent UK outdoor retailer Crib Goch Outdoors, both online and in store. They offer a large choice of kit that the staff themselves use while climbing, hiking, mountaineering, running, travelling or enjoying expeditions across the globe and they pride themselves on sharing their experience and knowledge of equipment so you can choose the right gear to suit you and your Ben Nevis Trek.

The weather in the Welsh mountains can change rapidly so it is essential that you are prepared for all conditions including rain, wind and heat. In the week leading up to your trip we recommend checking the Mountain Weather Information Service. You will also receive weather updates via our mobile travel app.

Please note, the Leader/s reserve the right to change the itinerary at any time should the conditions require it as your safety and wellbeing is our top priority at all times.  In these circumstances we will make the best alternative arrangements possible that maintain the integrity of the original itinerary.

If you’re travelling from further afield or wish to make the most of your time in the Highlands, here are some accommodation options close to the Glen Nevis Visitor Centre. Each offers comfortable stays and easy access to the start of your Ben Nevis trek.

Ben Nevis Guest House
📍 Nevis Bridge, PH33 6PF
📞 01397 708817
🚗 Approx. 3 mins drive to Glen Nevis Visitor Centre
A welcoming guest house offering hearty breakfasts, comfortable rooms, and stunning mountain views – ideal for those looking to relax before or after the climb.

Ben Nevis Manor B&B
📍 Camaghael, PH33 7NF
📞 07391 826499
🚗 Approx. 10 mins drive to Glen Nevis Visitor Centre
A cosy and modern B&B with spacious rooms and a friendly atmosphere. Perfect for those seeking a peaceful stay with easy access to Fort William and local amenities.

The Ben Nevis Inn
📍 Achintee, PH33 6TE
📞 01397 701227
🚗 Approx. 7 mins drive to Glen Nevis Visitor Centre
Located at the foot of Ben Nevis, this rustic inn offers hearty meals, a great local atmosphere, and accommodation in its adjoining bunkhouse — a firm favourite among walkers and climbers.

Ben Nevis Hotel & Leisure Club
📍 North Road, Fort William, PH33 6TG
📞 01397 702331
🚗 Approx. 5 mins drive to Glen Nevis Visitor Centre
A comfortable hotel with leisure facilities including a swimming pool, sauna, and steam room – great for unwinding after your trek.

Lime Tree Hotel
📍 Fort William, PH33 6RQ
📞 01397 701806
🚗 Approx. 7 mins drive to Glen Nevis Visitor Centre
A stylish, family-run hotel and restaurant offering locally sourced food, art gallery space, and a warm Highland welcome.

Glen Nevis Youth Hostel
📍 Fort William, PH33 6SY
📞 01397 702336
🚗 Approx. 3 mins drive to Glen Nevis Visitor Centre
Set in a scenic location at the foot of Ben Nevis, this hostel is ideal for budget-friendly stays with comfortable dorms and private rooms, plus self-catering facilities.

Each option provides easy access to the Glen Nevis Visitor Centre and a comfortable base to prepare for, or recover from, your Ben Nevis adventure.

You’ll need to make your own way to The Glen Nevis Visitor Centre, Glen Nevis, Fort William, PH33 6ST, for the start of this trek. There is parking available on site for approximately 80 cars.

By Train
Fort William train station is a 6-minute drive, 33-minute bus ride, or 40-minute walk from the Ben Nevis Visitor Centre. The station is well connected to the rest of the UK via Glasgow, making train travel a fantastic and eco-friendly way to begin your trip.

If you’re travelling from the south, check out the Caledonian Sleeper – an overnight train with private rooms and comfortable beds, allowing you to sleep your way to the Scottish Highlands.
👉 Caledonian Sleeper

By Car
Follow the M6 north until it becomes the A74 at Gretna Green, then continue onto the M74 into Glasgow. Leave Glasgow on the M8, turning off to cross the River Clyde before joining the A82, which takes you directly to Fort William.

Both Glasgow and Edinburgh offer a range of car hire options, making self-drive an easy way to reach the Highlands.

By Coach
National Express runs services to Glasgow from London, Birmingham, Leeds, and other major cities, often from as little as £20.50. From Glasgow, you can continue to Fort William by train or bus.
👉 National Express

Local Buses
From Glasgow, take the number 914 bus directly to Fort William — the journey takes around 3.5 hours. If you’re prone to motion sickness, the train may be a more comfortable option.

Once in Fort William, Shiel Buses operate regular local services, including the N41 bus that runs to the Glen Nevis Visitor Centre.
👉 Shiel Buses

By Bike
For those who prefer pedal power, cycling to the Highlands is a rewarding option. Sustrans provides detailed maps of quiet, traffic-calmed, and traffic-free routes that link to local roads and trails leading right to the foot of Ben Nevis.
👉 Sustrans Cycling Routes

There is no food or drink included in this package. Please bring your own snacks for the trek and pre-filled water bottles or camelbaks/platypus (or similar) and a flask (if you wish to take a hot drink during your challenge) to avoid the need of using plastic water bottles.

Deposit: £25 per person, payable on booking and non-refundable
Balance: £110 per person, payable 4 weeks prior to the trek start date
Sponsorship: £250 per person raised for Pancreatic Cancer Action

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