Is this suitable for beginners?

No; the three-day format and exposed ridges demand prior experience of long mountain days and comfort with scrambling and navigation.

What are the meeting points?

Meeting points vary by day and are provided in final joining instructions—examples include Ogwen Valley, Nant Peris and Pen y Pass.

What happens if weather is bad?

Guides will alter objectives for safety; Grib Goch is avoided in winds over 25 mph gusts and alternative routes or summit-only objectives are used.

Are guides Mountain Leaders?

Yes. The event is run by locally based, fully qualified Mountain Leaders with strong area knowledge.

Do I need to pre-book Pen y Pass parking?

Yes. Online pre-booking of a parking place at Pen y Pass is required for the final day meeting.

Is the event adults only?

Yes. The advertised event is for adults only and requires participants to meet fitness and preparedness guidance.

Conquer the Welsh 3000s: A Three-Day Snowdonia Mountaineering Challenge

The Welsh 3000s is a three-day mountaineering challenge in Snowdonia National Park in northwest Wales, linking the Carneddau, Glyderau and the Snowdon Massif across roughly 26 miles of ridges and high ground. Over three consecutive days guided Mountain Leaders take small groups through about 11,500 feet of total ascent and fourteen to fifteen summits, including Tryfan, the Grib Goch/Crib y Disgl ridge, Carnedd Ugain and Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). This guided event has been run since 2000 by locally based leaders who know the routes, emergency exits and microclimates of the ranges. Day one moves through the northern Carneddau from the old Roman track to the Ogwen Valley, a long high traverse of crags and peat hags; day two threads the Glyderau with easy scrambling on Tryfan; day three tackles the Snowdon Massif and the exposed Grib Goch ridge when conditions allow. Expect a granite and volcanic backbone underfoot - rhyolite and welded tuff give the skyline its sharp teeth - and moorland heather, alpine sedge and slate scars that record Wales' deep geological past. Guides instruct on route-finding, pace-setting and simple scrambling techniques, and they manage transport between valley meeting points: Ogwen Valley, Nant Peris and Pen y Pass. Logistics are straightforward: bring layered clothing, a map, compass and personal first-aid; be prepared to carry 8-12 kilograms of kit and food for long mountain days. The route rewards effort with exposed skyline ridges, vertical corries and long summit vistas over Cardigan Bay to the west and the Irish Sea to the north. Wildlife is sparse at altitude but keep an ear for raven cries and look for grazing feral mountain sheep, and lower down you may spot red kite and peregrine. This is an adults-only, guide-led endurance event suited to experienced hillwalkers who train regularly; if the weather closes in the team will choose safer alternatives, though summit days may be shortened or altered. Book with the supplied referral link for dates and joining instructions; meeting details and final vehicle arrangements are sent two weeks before the start. Why it stands out: few challenges condense so much high, raw mountain walking into a compact, three-day event where navigation, fitness and simple scrambling are measured against real exposure and variable Welsh weather. It's a trip for people who want to push a limit while guided by people who live in these hills, and who can swap lowland routine for the brittle wind and clear light of Snowdonia's summits. Participants should be comfortable with sustained uphill walking, exposed ridge sections and multi-day self-sufficiency; training hikes, hill sprints and weighted walks are recommended before arrival. Nearest practical bases are Llanberis, Bethesda or Betws-y-Coed, all offering gear shops, pubs and onward transport; contact the operator for meeting locations.

About Snowdonia Adventures

Snowdonia Adventures is a Capel Curig–based outdoor guiding company offering guided hikes, scrambles, mountaineering courses, climbing taster days and coasteering across Snowdonia and North Wales. The company specialises in small-group, guided outdoor experiences led by qualified, experienced mountain leaders and instructors who support safe, accessible adventures for fit beginners through to experienced hikers.

Trips on the programme include guided ascents of Tryfan and Cnicht, ridge scrambles such as Y Gribin and the Nantlle Ridge, summit routes in the Carneddau, quieter tracks like Rhyd Ddu, waterfall walks to Aber Falls, winter mountaineering courses, rock-climbing taster days, and coastal coasteering sessions on Anglesey. Each trip description specifies terrain, recommended fitness level, and essential equipment; guides manage navigation, route-finding and safety so participants can focus on the landscape.

Operating from Capel Curig, Snowdonia Adventures uses locally focused logistics to access central and northern Snowdonian ranges and nearby coasts. Groups are kept intentionally small to maximise guide contact and minimise environmental impact. Training and safety are emphasised on technical days such as winter mountaineering and scrambles; practical skills taught include crampon use, ice-axe techniques, ropework and route planning.

Snowdonia Adventures is featured on The Adventure Collective, and works within recognised mountain safety practices and local access guidelines. Clear booking information, pre-trip briefings and experienced, qualified guides make the experiences suitable for those wanting guided mountain days, skills courses or coastal adventures in Snowdonia. Booking details include group size limits, meeting points in Capel Curig, straightforward booking terms and clear safety, cancellation and refund policies.