How fit do I need to be for HH - Cwm Eigiau?

You don’t need elite fitness, but you should be comfortable walking for 7–8 hours on uneven ground and short boggy sections; a steady, moderate pace is maintained.

Where is the meeting point?

Meeting logistics are confirmed at booking; a central pickup in Conwy is arranged as the primary pickup location.

What is the minimum age?

Minimum age is 13; under-18s must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Will I see wreckage on the route?

Yes — the walk visits documented crash sites and visible fragments; guides provide context and historic details while respecting memorial sites.

Are guides qualified?

All guides are fully qualified mountain leaders who live and work in Snowdonia and hold remote emergency care first-aid certificates.

What should I bring for food and water?

Bring sufficient snacks and a packed lunch plus at least 1.5 litres of water; a thermal flask is useful for hot drinks on colder days.

Walking the WWII Aircraft Graveyard of Cwm Eigiau: Llyn Dulyn and Carneddau History

Adventure Brief

Walk the Carneddau to Llyn Dulyn and discover the clustered WWII Aircraft Graveyard with expert mountain guides. This 7.5-hour interpretive walk combines upland geology, wartime stories, and big mountain scenery for visitors who want history and landscape in one day.

7.5 hours

moderate

From £63.60

HH - Cwm Eigiau is a 7.5-hour guided walk through the Carneddau of Eryri (Snowdonia), Wales. Set beneath Y Foel Grach and Carnedd Llewelyn, the route leads to the peaty shore of Llyn Dulyn and into one of Britain’s most haunting wartime landscapes: the Aircraft Graveyard, where over thirty documented Second World War crashes concentrate within a short radius. The ground here is shaped by ancient glaciation and hard volcanic and slate strata, producing broad ridgelines, steep cwms, and exposed tors that channel wind and weather across an open upland arena.

This experience balances steady hillwalking with local history. Fully qualified mountain leaders who live and work in Snowdonia guide every step, interpret wreck sites and survival stories, and teach practical mountain skills. Leaders hold remote emergency care first-aid certificates and maintain conservative supervision ratios—often about twelve walkers per leader in summer—so the emphasis is on safe, thoughtful exploration rather than speed. The walk is open to individuals and groups from age thirteen; under-18s should be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

You do not need elite fitness, but a solid level of endurance and sure-footedness will make the day more enjoyable. Expect rough tracks, short boggy sections, and uneven stone underfoot. Recommended kit includes sturdy walking boots or robust walking shoes, waterproof outer layers for sudden weather shifts, a 20–25 litre daypack for food and water, and navigation basics if you prefer independent exploration before or after the guided section.

What sets HH - Cwm Eigiau apart is the way the landscape and human story intersect. Fragments of wreckage, rusted fittings, and memorial traces sit against expanses of dwarf willow, heather, and peat haglands that record centuries of upland ecology. Birdlife such as meadow pipits and skylarks and mammals like mountain hare may cross your path; in sheltered spots look for pockets of montane heath plants adapted to thin soils and harsh exposure.

Logistics are straightforward: meeting arrangements are agreed at booking with a central pickup in Conwy. Guides will advise on seasonal conditions, leave-no-trace practice, and photographic viewpoints. This trip is a stand-out for anyone drawn to rugged mountain scenery with a human narrative—walks that teach as much about place and people as they do about terrain. HH - Cwm Eigiau is an invitation to move deliberately through history, to read the land, and to carry away both images and understanding.

Expect varied weather, from clear sunlight that sharpens distant peaks to low cloud that hides the ridgeline and deepens the sense of discovery. Wear layered clothing, charge electronic gear, and bring contingency plans; guides will help you adapt the route to conditions. Book early in summer for the longest daylight and most stable weather windows season.

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.