Summit Mount Snowdon! (Yr Wyddfa)
Time to get out there and try something different? Perhaps something you have always wanted to do is to climb a mountain? Are you planning a charity walk? Challenge yourself (and perhaps your family, friends or colleagues too) secure in the knowledge that you will be with a qualified mountain guide. Join one of our guided walks to summit Snowdon - the highest mountain in England and Wales, 3560 feet (1085 metres) high.
Whether you are an individual interested in walking up Snowdon but would prefer not to go it alone, or you are a small group of up to 6 people, our guides can take you on a guided walk via the path of your choice or perhaps one that is more challenging and less crowded (weather permitting).
All our guides are fully qualified mountain leaders with first aid certification and personal indemnity insurance. With the exception of a one-to-one guide, each guided walk will be for a maximum of 6 people per guide (we can take larger groups by arrangement) and is subject to weather conditions on the day. Your guide will assess the weather conditions on the day and if necessary, for the safety of everyone, may have to opt for an alternative lower level route.
On confirmation of your booking you will be sent a medical form and kit list which includes "must haves" which are marked clearly on the list. Each member of the group needs to ensure they have all the "must haves" and your guide will run through a kit check before starting your walk. The medical form has to be completed by each member of the group and returned to us before the date of your walk.
Our aim is to assist you in every possible way to enable you to successfully summit Snowdon and to have an enjoyable and memorable experience. Guests staying with us at Glyn Peris who complete their challenge will receive a full colour A4 certificate with a stunning photograph of the Snowdon Horseshoe (which was taken from above the summit at 4,500ft) to mark the event.
Choice of routes
- Llanberis path - moderate
- Miners track - moderate
- Pyg Track - moderate
- Snowdon Ranger - moderate
- Watkins Path - moderate/hard
- South Ridge - moderate+
- Snowdon Horseshoe - hard/severe
Private one-to-one guiding
Perhaps you would like to explore further into the National Park trying different routes, climbing other peaks? Try scrambling 940m to the summit of Tryfan. Let us know where you would like to go or if you need suggestions - our guides can take you there.
The guided walks are available at weekends or during the week - please ask about availability for weekday walks. All walks have to be booked at least ten days in advance.
Guided walks itinerary
Snowdon challenge
Residents will leave the guest house at 9.00am, driving to meet up with the guide at the start of the walk between 9.30am and 10.00am, depending on the route. Walkers should take note that these walks can be from moderate to severe and could be up to a maximum of 6 hours in duration so you must be at a moderate level of fitness and without any serious medical conditions to cope with this type of walk comfortably.
Prices shown below are for private group bookings of up to 6 people
Guest house residentsA guide for the day costs £120.00 for up to a maximum of 6 people in your group.
1 person - £120.00
2 people - £60.00 per person
3 people - £40.00 per person
4 people - £30.00 per person
5 people - £24.00 per person
6 people - £20.00 per person
Non guest house residents
A guide for the day costs £135.00 for up to a maximum of 6 people in your group.
1 person - £135.00
2 people - £67.50 per person
3 people - £45.00 per person
4 people - £33.75 per person
5 people - £27.00 per person
6 people - £22.50 per person
Non residents will be sent details of where to meet and when, dependant on the path.
Special offers on guided walks
£40.00 per person for individuals who would like to join a small group of up to 6 people on selected dates.
Join a small group of up to 6 people for a guided walk with a qualified mountain leader, to summit Mount Snowdon, the highest peak in England and Wales.
South Ridge
You will reach the summit via the South Ridge and descend back down along the South Ridge*. This route is generally quieter than the more popular paths but we must point out it is a moderate+ route with some exposure to height and the need to use your hands to help you climb in some spots. It has stunning views of Snowdon and out towards Port Madoc and the Llyn Peninsula.
Pyg Track
You will reach the summit via the Pyg Track and descend back down along the Miners Track. This route starts and finishes at Pen y Pass car park. It is a moderate route with some areas where off path you will be on scree. This is the most popular route to summit Snowdon.
Walkers will meet at the designated car park and must be there on time (usually 9.30am.)
We ask for full payment in advance, within seven days of booking. We will email/post you a receipt to confirm your place, along with a medical form and kit list.
Pack lunches @ £4.50 each are available, and must be ordered on the day of booking or by 4.30pm on the afternoon before the walk.
Residents of Glyn Peris will receive a certificate to commemorate their achievement. (Certificates are also available to non residents for a small charge.) There is a free flask-filling service for our guests.
* Your guide will be assessing the group's ability throughout the walk and we would like to point out that after summitting Mount Snowdon, your guide may feel it necessary to bring you down an alternative route. This would only be done if a member of the group was struggling or unwell. Keeping the group together and safe is your guide's first priority. In this case, a bus or cab fare may be incurred for you to return to your vehicle.
Select a date from the list below and contact us to book your place.
Cancellation
The walk will only take place if a minimum of 2 people have booked. There will be a full refund if the walk is cancelled for this reason
If the walk has to be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions, an alternative low level walk will take place. If this is not possible, the walk will be rescheduled for one of our other special offer dates within the same year.
Further dates to be announced.
Please note, discount vouchers cannot be used on this Watkins/South Ridge Special Offer
All our guides are fully qualified mountain leaders with first aid certification and personal indemnity insurance.
Please note that deposits for guides cannot be refunded but should you need to cancel a booking, we will send you a voucher that can be redeemed for an alternative guided walk. This has to be within 6 months from the date of issue and is subject to availability.
Insurance
It is always advisable to take out personal insurance cover in case of injury when walking or climbing in the mountains. Below are links to two companies specialising in insurance for outdoor avtivities.
