Ice climbing and mixed climbing in Ben Nevis, Scotland

The Ben Nevis, at 1345m altitude, doesn't speak to many people. Except for the connoisseurs, who want to brave its extraordinary climate and its great mixed routes.
The charm of the refuge at the foot of the face will allow us to spend the nights in the warmth, and to dry the wet things of the day.

Region

Scotland - Ben Nevis

Duration

7 Days

Months

January, February, March, November, December

3,300€ /personne for 2 people

Difficulties

Mixte Climbing Level 2 - Advanced

Be capable of physical effort for 4h to 7 hours
Be in good physical shape
Walk between 15 minutes and 1.30 hours
Master alpine equipment and techniques (abseiling, belaying, crampons, ice axes, ice screws )
Have an occasional practice of the activity
Carry a 6 to 8 kg backpack

Itinerary

Day 1

Meet 3 hours before the departure of the plane at the chosen airport, to take stock of the equipment and leave the weight of the equipment between the bags.

Once there, we will take possession of the rental car to go to Fort William.
On the road, we will shop for all our needs during the week.

In the evening, we will take our place in our private accommodation in Fort William itself.

day 2 to 6

Day 2: A taxi will drop us off at the start of the path leading to the CIC hut. 2 hours walk to get there and drop off our belongings. At the end of the walk we will head for our first ascent of the week.

Day 3 to 6: We leave the hut and head for the many mixed ice spots in the area.

day 7

Departure from Fort William, and direction to the airport, to take the plane and return to France.

Separation of the group on arrival at the airport in France.

Included

A fully qualified and experienced IFMGA guide for the duration of your trip
PicNic/Lunch of 1st day, for you and your guide
Overnight accommodation described in the program
Breakfasts, picnics and dinners included in the program
The organization and transfers mentioned in the program using rented vehicles
Mountain rescue radio
Mandatory individual mountaineering safety equipment: harness, helmet, crampons, ice axe
Collective equipment necessary for progression and safety
Free membership to the association for the organization of stays

Not included

Personal expenses: additional drinks, energy bars, souvenirs, tips, etc.
Personal insurance covering the activity
Cancellation insurance (4%), repatriation assistance / search costs - rescue (1.5%)
All that is not included in "the price includes".
Transportation to the meeting point and from the point of separation
Accommodation the night before, optional (room and breakfast)

All Ecrins Prestige guides have gained the highest guiding qualification from the IFMGA and are certified to guide anywhere in the world

Mixe climbing in Ben Nevis 7 days