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Snowdonia, Wales
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Fifteen Welsh mountains. Twenty-four hours. One legendary test: the Welsh 3000s Challenge. Think you can summit all 15 of Wales’ 3,000-foot peaks in a single day? This unforgettable hike in North Wales takes you across the highest mountains in Snowdonia (Eryri), linking rugged ridgelines and big-sky viewpoints from start to finish. Expect a true mountaineering in Wales experience and the unmatched rush of tagging that final summit.
Not for the faint-hearted, the Welsh 3000s is a demanding welsh mountain challenge, with roughly 4,000m of ascent, steep sections, and rugged, rocky terrain across the Welsh mountains in Snowdonia. It’s best suited to fairly seasoned hikers who can maintain a steady pace over long distances and feel confident with exposure and heights; as a rough benchmark, we recommend participants be capable of running a half marathon in under two hours.
If you’re up for it, you’re in for an unforgettable weekend of hiking in North Wales with epic climbs, classic scenic hikes, and views that genuinely take your breath away.
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Start bright and early by meeting at the designated starting point in Snowdonia for the Welsh 3000s Challenge – BookitList (we recommend arriving the night before, and we can share nearby accommodation options on request). After a quick safety and route briefing, we’ll begin our hiking adventure with the ascent of Snowdon before pushing on across the remaining peaks an unforgettable day of trekking in Wales through some of the most iconic Welsh mountains. It’s a true welsh mountain challenge and one of the best group hikes for anyone interested in hiking in North Wales and Wales mountaineering and once you cross the finish line, we’ll head back to the bunkhouse for well-earned victory beers.
After a well-earned night’s rest, we’ll wake up, check out, and make our way back to the designated drop-off points—heading home from Snowdonia with great memories of hiking in Wales (UK) and, hopefully, your Welsh 3000s completion medal still intact.
Searching for your next hiking adventure? Whether you’re planning a private group hike with friends, want to take on a Welsh mountain challenge, or have specific dates and destinations in mind—from hiking in North Wales and Snowdonia to other unforgettable walking trips in Wales—our travel experts can curate a bespoke package tailored to your crew!
Contact UsA British Army Physical Training Instructor with years of experience leading long-distance walks in Wales, including the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains in Wales, I love guiding group hikes and supporting people through a rewarding fitness journey. From trekking in Wales to mountaineering in Wales, the Welsh 3000s is one of my all-time favorite challenges to lead.
It’s a classic hiking and mountaineering challenge in Wales to summit 15 peaks over 3,000 feet (914m) in Snowdonia (Eryri), usually completed in one continuous push.
You don’t need technical climbing skills, but you should be comfortable with steep, rocky terrain and long-distance hiking in North Wales. Prior mountain-walking experience is strongly recommended.
You’ll need strong endurance for a full-day (or overnight) effort with significant elevation gain ideal for people who enjoy fitness challenges and long, demanding scenic hikes.
Plans may be adjusted for safety routes, start times, or even the attempt itself can change depending on wind, visibility, and heavy rain.
Rob was a fantastic guide. The trip was very enjoyable and Robs knowledge and expertise were great. Would defo recommend
Excellent service from start to finish. I booked the National 3 Peasks challenge in 24 hours. i had regular communication from Rob and the team prioe to the event checking in on my progress, which really spurred me on as well as a helpful fitness plan i has to folow. For the challenge itself Rob and Tim really helped put the group at ease, and was very encouraging. Such a credit to business. i would not hesitate at all in recommending bookitlist to friends and family and will define use again in the future. Thank you for pushing me to finish the challenge!
Just come back from completing the 24 hour natinal 3 Peaks Challenge with Bookitlist. 25-27th June 2021. From start to finish the group I was in was well looked after. From pick up to drop off the team were well organised & made the experience/challenge as enoyable & relaxing as possible. an unforgettable experience & will definitely be looking out for what other trips they have to offer.
Take in unforgettable panoramic views across the Welsh mountains after a rewarding hiking adventure you’ll remember for a lifetime.
Be led by an expert military instructor who’ll motivate and guide your team across every summit of this Welsh 3000s Challenge in Snowdonia.
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