Ben Nevis Group Hikes

A group hike is perfect if you’re unsure about tackling Ben Nevis on your own. Whether you’re travelling solo, a couple, or a small group, everyone is welcome. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people. After the hike, we’ll head to a pub to celebrate the summit!

Ben Nevis Group Hike Cost

£70 per person

If your group is bigger than three, a private booking may be a better option. If you have any questions, get in touch.

Ben Nevis Group Hike Dates: 2025

Ben Nevis open group hikes take place from early May to late September. Usually on Thursday, but also some other dates. If you don’t see the date that you’d like, get in touch to discuss.

May

  • Thursday 8th: full

  • Thursday 15th: full

  • Thursday 22nd: spaces

  • Thursday 29th: limited

June

  • Thursday 5th: spaces

  • Thursday 12th: spaces

  • Thursday 19th: limited

  • Thursday 26th: spaces

July

  • Thursday 3rd: spaces

  • Thursday 10th: spaces

  • Thursday 17th: limited

  • Thursday 24th: spaces

  • Thursday 31st: spaces

August

  • Thursday 7th: limited

  • Thursday 14th: spaces

  • Thursday 21st: limited

  • Thursday 28th: spaces

September

  • Thursday 4th: spaces

  • Thursday 11th: limited

  • Thursday 18th: limited

  • Thursday 25th: spaces

October

  • Thursday 2nd: spaces

Ben Nevis Sunset Hikes: 2025

In September & October, when the sun sets before 8pm, we have the option of starting the hike later in the day. We’ll summit in daylight, then descend down the west facing zig zags while watching the sunset over the majestic Lochaber landscape. It’s a bucket list experience!

We’ll then descend the rest of the path in the dark with head torches, straight to the pub.

I’ll start taking bookings later in the year, in the meantime, contact me if you’re interested in a Ben Nevis night / sunset summit.

Should I Book A Group Hike?

With open hikes, we have a mixed group of people with varying fitness levels, mountain experience etc. We travel as a group and go at the pace of the slowest person, the group can’t split up.

We also make decisions as a group, which might not necessarily be the same decisions if you were on a private walk or walking solo e.g. we might not summit due to poor weather, injury etc.

If you’re trying to decide whether you should attempt it without a guide, or whether you’re fit enough, have a look at my Ben Nevis FAQs.

How Do I Book?

  • Fill in the booking form below.

  • I’ll email you to confirm details, dates etc and take payment.

  • I’ll also email you information including: kit lists, transport information, food tips etc.

  • A few days before the hike, I’ll contact you to check that you’re all set and share the forecasted weather conditions.

  • We’ll meet around 8am at the Ben Nevis Visitor Centre or Glen Nevis Youth Hostel.

  • Hike up and down Ben Nevis on the mountain track (6-8 hours).

  • Head to the pub to celebrate the summit (optional).

Booking Form

Fill in the booking form and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible. If you have any questions, get in touch.

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