United Kingdom · Hiking

Full-Day Brecon Beacons Hike through the Black Mountain Range

1 Day Round trip from Brecon Beacons Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek through the scenic Black Mountain Range in Brecon Beacons National Park
02 Explore the beautiful mountain lakes Llyn Y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr
03 Look out for bird species including red kite, common buzzard, kestrel, and skylark
04 Reach summits such as Waun Llefrith, Picws Du, Fan Foel, and Fan Brycheiniog

Take on a moderately challenging hike through Brecon Beacons National Park and cross some of the highest summits of the Black Mountain Range. Cherish the sights of the beautiful mountain lakes Llyn Y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr as you explore this scenic landscape. Along the way, look out for birdlife such as red kite, common buzzard, kestrel, carrion crow, common raven, and skylark.

Venture to two gorgeous lakes, Llyn Y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Cardiff, Brecon Beacons National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Black Mountain Range Hike in Brecon Beacons

Pick up by your Brecon Beacons guide from the National Museum Cardiff at 8 am.
Head to the Black Mountain Range in Brecon Beacons National Park.
Venture to two gorgeous lakes, Llyn Y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr. Around the lakes, find numerous bird species such as red kite, common buzzard, kestrel, carrion crow, common raven, and skylark.
Reach the summits of Waun Llefrith (794 m), Picws Du (749 m), Fan Foel (802 m), and Fan Brycheiniog (802 m).

Where this trip takes you

Llyn Y Fan Fach, Llyn y Fan Fawr, Black Mountain Range summits

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Brecon Beacons 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transportation
Experienced Brecon Beacons guide
Snacks during the hike
Reusable water container
Qualified first aider

What's Not Included

Backpack
Waterproof clothing
Extra warm clothing
Walking boots
Small packed lunch
Water
Extra snacks (Jelly Babies)
Head torch (just in case)

Know before you go

Facts:
- The National Park is around 42 miles wide.
- It covers approximately 520 square miles of South and Mid Wales.
- Pen y Fan is the highest peak in southern Britain at 886 meters.
- It is an International Dark Sky Reserve.
- It is a European and Global Geopark.
- There is a UNESCO World Heritage Site within the Park.
Why choose a guide?
- Joining a guided hike offers guests many advantages:
  - Experience the area fully and maximise your time by going with experts.
  - Confidently tackle trips you otherwise might not try on your own.
  - Travel light and show up at your chosen destination with everything ready to go.
  - No worries about permits, reservations, itineraries, meals, local transportation, and all the tiny details of executing a trip.
  - Head to lesser-known areas and learn many more details known only to locals.
  - Learn the time-tested techniques professional guides use for hiking, camping, orienteering, planning, and taking off-beat paths.
Duration: Roughly 8 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Walking poles are available if needed.