Event Details

🗓️ Date: selected dates in 2025 (TBC)

⏰ Start Time: 9:00 AM 📍 Meeting Point: Owgen Valley, Eryri National Park

£66.00 fully guided day out

Why Join This Hike?

Carneddau Circuit: A Big Day Out in Eryri’s Wild Heart.

Designed for hikers with good fitness, this challenging yet deeply rewarding day hike takes you through the wild and peaceful Carneddau Range, one of Eryri’s most remote and awe-inspiring areas.

Your journey begins in the Ogwen Valley, where you will quickly warm the lungs and legs up with the rugged ascent of Pen y Ole Wen, the gateway to the high Carneddau. As you hike upwards, the sprawling valley of Ogwen unfurl behind you, with sweeping views of glacial lakes and craggy ridgelines. From here, the hike continues to some of Eryri’s iconic peaks, including the towering rocky summits of Carnedd Dafydd and Carnedd Llewelyn. The route offers some short sections of scrambling, including descending off Carnedd Llewelyn and up onto the final summit of the day Pen yr Helgi Du.

Unlike the busier trails of the Snowdon Range, the Carneddau Circuit offers more solitude, serenity, and a chance to immerse yourself in nature’s raw beauty. Along the way, you might even encounter the wild Carneddau ponies, free-roaming herds that have called these hills home for centuries, adding a touch of magic to an already memorable day.

What You’ll Experience:

⭐️ Stunning views of the Carneddau's unspoilt landscape.

⭐️ A variety of terrain, from rugged rocky ascents to open grassy mountain tops.

⭐️ Expert guidance in a small supportive group to ensure your safety and success on the hike.

Who Is This Hike For?

This hike is perfect for walkers who: ✅ Have a good level of fitness and want to challenge themselves with a full day out in the mountains. ✅ Would like to experience a hike with some scrambling involved. ✅ Want a guided, supportive environment to tackle a mountain day they wouldn't feel comfortable doing solo.

Fitness Level: 3/5 (Suitable for those who regually hike 4-5hours).

What’s Included

When you join The Carneddau Circuit Guided Hike you’ll receive:

✅ Expert Guidance: Led by Suzie, a qualified Mountain Leader and local Mountain Guide with extensive knowledge of the area.

✅ Small Supportive Group: Enjoy a more personalized experience with a maximum of 6 participants.

✅ Pre-Hike Support: From the moment you book, Suzie will guide you in preparing for the hike with a detailed information booklet, kit list, and route GPX file.

✅ Hiking Goodie Bag: Fuel your adventure with summit treats, including cake!

✅ Safety and Comfort: An online pre-hike briefing ensures everyone is ready for the memorable mountain day.

Everything is designed to help you feel confident, prepared, and excited about tackling this rewarding challenge.