Ben Nevis At Night Trek - St Catherine's Hospice

Ben Nevis At Night Trek

The Ben Nevis at Night Trek will see you conquer the tallest mountain in the UK, but with a difference!

Trek to the highest point in the UK – guided by torches and the stunning night sky! You’ll be setting off at night-time and the trek will follow the route as it zig-zags its way to the summit in time to witness a breath-taking sunrise (weather permitting) across the Scottish Highlands on your descent. The trek will be challenging; however, you’ll be accompanied by experienced mountain leaders supporting you every step of the way and you will return with memories to last a lifetime.

St Catherine’s Hospice has teamed up with Global Adventure Challenges who will be hosting this event on our behalf. 

Key Points

  • Challenge Distance – 18km (approx.)
  • Challenge Duration – 2 days
  • Activity Duration – 1 night
  • Challenge Grading – Tough

Challenge Highlights

  • Trek and summit the UK’s highest mountain at 1,345m
  • Witness a stunning sunrise whilst descending Ben Nevis
  • Experience the breathtaking views of the Scottish Highlands
  • A fantastic challenge – perfect for those with little time away from home and work

Register here! 

Scroll down for funding options, details about what’s included in the cost, and the challenge itinerary

Funding Option A 
Registration Fee £65 + raise a minimum of £290 in sponsorship for St Catherine’s

Funding Option B
Registration Fee £65 + self-fund £145 (fund the entire challenge yourself, and set your own fundraising target for the hospice)

Itinerary with Global Adventure Challenges 

We meet in Fort William for a safety briefing. Around 10pm / 11pm we then start our trek! The trek to the summit zigzags its way through tough terrain and the landscape becomes ever more remote as we trek higher and higher, leaving the lowlands behind us.

Our ascent should take approximately 4-5 hours, and upon reaching the summit, we will be able to (hopefully!) enjoy a beautiful sunrise and take in the stunning views surrounding us.

We begin our descent which should take approximately 3-4 hours and upon reaching the finish we are rewarded with a breakfast bap. We are then free to go on our onward journeys. (Please note, this is a complex itinerary and is subject to change)

What’s included
• Breakfast in Fort William
• Complimentary snacks
• Full support from our experienced crew
• Vehicle for back up and support

What’s not included
• Travel to and from Glasgow or Edinburgh
• Tips and gratuities
• Any meals not specified
• Personal trekking kit

Register here! 

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