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Sunrise over Ben Nevis summit

Ben Nevis by Night 2 days • UK

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About the Challenge

Ben Nevis (Gaelic translation ‘Mountain of Heaven’) is the highest point in Scotland and the British Isles, standing at the lofty height of 1343m (roughly 40,00ft). Reaching the summit of this mountain is a long, arduous uphill trek. Undertaking it at night is an unforgettable and arduous challenge, with our way lit only by the moon and our torches. We set off just after sunset and should be at the summit to experience the sunrise.  As we descend, we can see the spectacular landscapes open up before us as the day grows lighter. We celebrate our huge achievement with a slap-up breakfast! Dates & Prices

Jan - July 2018

Having just completed the MIDNIGHT Walk up Ben Nevis and realising how grouling it was I wanted to write and say a MASSIVE THANK YOU to all your amazing team for getting us there and back safely. Their preparation, support, advice and humour got us through some really…
Read more + tough times. I can honestly say this is the hardest thing I have ever done. My friend and I are in our 60's and had been training well with a variety of terrain but nothing prepares you for The Ben especially overnight when your body begins to tire and wonders what on earth is going on. The team was always round the next corner in their easy to see reflective jackets, a real comfort in the dark of the mountain, always cheery and encouraging us on. We both struggled, one at the bottom and the other nearing the top but through each others support and sheer determination and the calm, confident, friendly chats at various points with the team we battled through and were thrilled to complete our challenge. I can't thank your team enough. WE DID IT, in 9 hours and feel extremely proud of ourselves but if it hadn't been for your amazing staff supporting us all I am sure a lot more walkers would have turned back. You really are amazing and thank you so much for just being there for all of us.
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On the Trip

  • Mountain environments must always be respected as weather conditions can change rapidly during a short space of time. This can make a big difference to your safety, particularly if you are ill-equipped.

    The summit is considerably cooler than at the base, more likely to get rain, and can be exposed to high winds. In bad weather, keep close together as a group and watch the weather! Walking in the dark can confuse your sense of direction, and mist, rain or wind will make it worse. If you are poorly dressed for bad weather, exposure can rapidly deplete your concentration and energy. Keep a regular check on your location.

  • Your trip will be led by experienced Discover Adventure leaders and support crew. Our leaders are selected for their knowledge and experience, friendliness and approachability, sense of humour and ability to safely and effectively deal with any situation that arises; they are also trained in first aid. You are in very safe hands with a Discover Adventure leader. The crew will have mobile phones and/or radios where appropriate, medical kit and other safety apparatus where necessary, as well as vehicle support.

  • An expedition doctor or medic accompanies the group (dependent on group size.) Their role is to look after the well-being of the whole group and deal with any medical incidents. They help the crew to ensure the trip runs smoothly, and encourage you when things get tough. The total number of crew looking after you will depend on the final size of your group.

  • Your safety, and that of the rest of the group, is our highest priority. Our trips are designed and planned with safety in mind. Your crew will be equipped with communication devices (eg phones, radios and/or emergency satellite phones), medical kit and other safety apparatus appropriate to the destination. Our leaders always have access to our 24-hour emergency UK back-up. They are responsible for safety on the trip, and will make any changes to the itinerary they deem necessary, should local conditions dictate. Pre-trip administration - such as medical questionnaires and travel insurance as appropriate - is all done with your safety in mind.

  • The food provided is plentiful and will give you plenty of energy. Where lunch is included, it may be a buffet-style lunch-stop, or a packed lunch. Dinners and breakfasts are generally eaten at our accommodation. Being vegetarian or having other dietary requirements is not usually a problem provided you let us know well in advance. If you know there are plenty of foods you cannot eat you may wish to bring extra snacks from home so you can top up your energy supply.

Preparing for the Challenge

  • This is designed to be a challenge, and it is vital that you train sufficiently for it. We will supply you with a thorough training guide once you have registered. Training is all part of the preparation: inadequate training will impact on your enjoyment of the trip, and your chances of completing it. We expect all participants to train hard in advance, but we respect everyone’s limits and do not expect everyone to maintain the same pace. If you have concerns about your fitness or if you have reduced mobility please do contact us for a confidential chat about whether this challenge is appropriate for you.

  • We plan our trips around the optimal weather conditions, but could still be exposed to bad weather at any time. It is vital you are prepared for all conditions. We provide you with a detailed packing kit-list on registration, with plenty of information, and we are always available if you need advice.

  • Travel insurance for UK weekends and one-day events is not compulsory but you might like to consider taking out cover in case of cancellation or loss of belongings.

    Once your travel insurance is arranged, just remember to let us know the policy number and 24-hr medical emergency phone number provided by your insurers.

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