United Kingdom · Mountain Exploration

3-Day Ben Nevis and Buachaille Etive Beag Climb from Edinburgh

3 Days Round trip from Edinburgh Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Ascend Buachaille Etive Beag and summit 2 Munros in Glencoe Valley
  • 02 Climb Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK at 4408 feet
  • 03 Learn essential navigation skills and mountain safety from a fully qualified guide
  • 04 Delve into the history and legends of the Scottish Highlands
  • 05 Enjoy scenic views and discover the hills' flora and fauna throughout the tour

Delve into the legends of these areas while learning essential navigation skills and mountain safety on this 3-day climbing tour from Edinburgh. Ascend Buachaille Etive Beag and Ben Nevis, and discover the vast flora and fauna of the hills along the way. Behold and capture scenic views from beginning to end as you explore Glencoe, Glen Nevis, and the surrounding mountain landscapes.

Ascend Buachaille Etive Beag to the summit, including 2 Munros, on an approximately 5-6 hour walk before returning to the car.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Edinburgh, Fort William, Glen Coe
Languages English, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Journey from Edinburgh to Buachaille Etive Beag

  • Depart Edinburgh at approximately 8 am, with other pick-up areas available on request.

  • Drive to the beautiful Glencoe Valley, arriving at approximately 11 am.

  • Ascend Buachaille Etive Beag to the summit, including 2 Munros, on an approximately 5-6 hour walk before returning to the car.

  • Drive to the infamous Clachaig Inn, a climbers' and walkers' bar, for refreshments.

  • Continue to the hostel or bunkhouse accommodation, allocated in either the Glencoe, Fort William, or Glen Nevis area. Self-catering kitchens are available in all accommodations.

Alternatively, there are many local bars serving good food within easy access.

2
Day 02

Ben Nevis Mountain Walk

  • Pick up at approximately 9.30 am from the accommodation.

  • Ascend Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK at 4408 feet, via the mountain path on an approximately 6-8 hour round trip.

  • Enjoy refreshments at the Ben Nevis Inn, which lies at the foot of Ben Nevis.

3
Day 03

Glen Nevis Walk and Return to Edinburgh

  • Pick up at approximately 10 am from the accommodation.

  • Go on a low-level walk in either Glen Nevis or Glencoe Valley.

  • Drive back to Edinburgh.

Buachaille Etive Beag ridgeline, Glencoe Valley cliffs, Ben Nevis summit, Glen Nevis trails

Where this trip takes you

Buachaille Etive Beag ridgeline, Glencoe Valley cliffs, Ben Nevis summit, Glen Nevis trails

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Edinburgh 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 3 days of guiding service with a fully qualified mountain guide

  • Insight into the history and legends of the areas

  • Return transport from Edinburgh

  • 2 nights of accommodation in a simple hostel or bunkhouse

What's Not Included

  • Tips

  • Personal expenses

Know before you go

  • Teaching basic navigation and mountain safety is available if requested.

  • Other pick-up areas are available on request.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Edinburgh, UK
Tour start
Edinburgh, UK
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Edinburgh.

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