Climb Ben Nevis Winter: Learn Winter Skills
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Why This Trip is Special
Here are a few reasons why you'll love this adventure as much as we do
Summit the UK’s highest peak in full winter conditions
Experience true alpine vibes, crampons crunching and spindrift swirling above Glen Nevis.
Master essential winter mountaineering skills
Learn axe arrest, crampon technique and snow safety from highly qualified local instructors.
Small, supportive crew – big mountain buzz
Tackle Ben Nevis alongside 11 other adventure-hungry souls and leave with new mountain mates.
The Call to Adventure Difference: Your Best Ben Nevis in Winter Experience.
Discover what makes this adventure unique and unforgettable
Expertly vetted handpicked guides
Our team of experts spend hours on end rigorously assessing guides so you can travel safe in the knowledge you're going with the best!
Book now, pay later, at no extra cost
Pay all upfront or a small deposit today and spread the remaining payments out at no extra cost to you (just select at checkout)
Go places you couldn't go alone
Scale mountains, ride waves, and hike routes that might be a bit spicy without an expert guide
Flexible Booking
Free date changes up to 65 days before departure, no questions asked
Just turn up adventures
Most of our trips include guiding, accommodation, transfers, and equipment so all you have to do is turn up and enjoy
Feel good travel
1% of all our revenue (not profits) goes to fund leading environmental and social projects
Itinerary
Explore our Ben Nevis in Winter itinerary to see what you can expect on your adventure.
Arrive, kit-up & welcome
Roll into Fort William, collect your crampons at Ellis Brigham and toast tomorrow’s snow-capped escapade over a dram (or another drink of your choice).
Gear fit and safety chat
Meet your guide, check boots, crampons and axe are dialled in.
Meet the crew
Grab dinner and swap adventure stories in the hotel bar.
Lochside leg-stretch
Optional stroll along the lights of Loch Linnhe before bed.
Winter skills playground above the Glen
Summit push – Ben Nevis in full winter dress
Guest Reviews
Read what our guests have to say about their adventures with us
What's Included in Your Ben Nevis in Winter Adventure
- Fully qualified local guide
- 2 nights 3★ hotel (twin share)
- Hearty Scottish breakfasts
- All technical kit: axe, crampons, helmet
- Winter skills certificate & summit photo pack
- Interest-free payment plan
- Travel to / from Fort William
- Insurance - Personal travel insurance coverage (recommended). We Recommend Rise and Shield
- Lunches & evening meals
- Personal clothing & boots*
Want to stay longer? Interested in adding another destination or activity to your itinerary? Let us know, and we'll help you build the perfect adventure.
Meet your expert Ben Nevis in Winter guide
Connor
It is such a beautiful place to live and work and I would not trade what I do for the world. Outside of work I am a keen climber and love going on big adventures, recently I have spent time in Morocco in the High Atlas mountains and the Italian Dolomite climbing and trekking.
Expertise and Accreditations
- • Climber
- • Trekking
Quick Stats
- • Over 10 years
What travelers say about Connor
Signed up to the Ben Nevis Summit and Mountaineering Skills trip to do something different on my weekend and get to the great outdoors. What an amazing experience! The information on what I could expect and what I needed to bring was really clear.
Adam Barrow
Where You'll Stay
Comfortable accommodations that enhance your adventure
Fort William 3★ Hotel
Cosy ensuite rooms five minutes from the high-street pubs and Ellis Brigham store. Mountain views if you’re lucky with the weather.
2 nights at this location
Who Travels With Us
Your Ben Nevis in Winter Team
Small groups
Friendly pods of 6–12 share the rope, snacks and playlists.
Solo adventurers
About 70 % join solo – expect instant teammates, not awkward silences.
Age sweet-spot 25-55
United by big-day ambition, not date of birth.
Signed up to the Ben Nevis Summit and Mountaineering Skills trip to do something different on my weekend and get to the great outdoors. What an amazing experience! The information on what I could expect and what I needed to bring was really clear.
Adam Barrow
Is the Ben Nevis in Winter Challenge Right For You?
Discover if this adventure is right for you
Fitness Level
Technical Know-How
Weather Tolerance
Social Vibes
What if the weather is wild?
Even Scotland’s finest forecasts can’t guarantee summit conditions. Your guide checks the avalanche report each morning and may tweak the plan for safety—switching to lower slopes or extra skills practice if gales shut down the plateau. Most groups still summit, but flexibility keeps the adventure fun, not foolish.
What our adventurers say
Great place to go for an amazing experience. If you are not too confident best to join a group with a guide to get the most out of the experience. Thoroughly recommend - excellent guide, patient and competent
Karin
If you’re after a challenging outdoor experience with awesome company and assurances that your safety will be taken seriously, whilst pushing you to your limits, look no further
Mike
Your Journey Starts Here: Booking Steps
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Reserve for £102
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Final Payment
Remaining balance due 10 weeks before departure. We'll send you a reminder.
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