Cairngorm 4000ft peaks - a walking challenge in Scotland
This colossal mountainscape holds one of the finest collections of landforms on the planet. They are carved and divided by an array of huge amphitheatres, troughs and breaches. Our routes follow the brink of these impressive features to give you the best plateau walking anywhere. Thee 4000ft peaks offer the perfect walking challenge in stunning Scotland.
Arrive: day before walking challenge commences
Day 1: The much overlooked north ridge of Cairngorm is our chosen route. High above Strathnethy we make a steady ascent to the high plateau and then on up to the summit dome. From here the views go on forever - all the weekends peaks are laid out before you.
Day 2: Ben Macdui is the highest in the range. A route of contrasts: on one side the famous Lairig Ghru slicing the range in two, on the other the huge cliffs of the Shelter Stone Crag and the view down the length of Loch A'an, and in the middle, a gently undulating plateau.
Day 3: This is the big day. After going in 'over the top' we find ourselves directly below the days peaks with relative ease. From this fantastic & remote setting of we climb steeply to regain the plateau and the summit of Carn Toul. From here it's a classic. We follow the coire rim around, picking of 'Angel's Peak' and passing high above the UK's most permanent snowbed before rising to the final summit of Braeriach. A Fantastic route.
Depart: after breakfast, morning after walking finishes
vital statistics
- Highlights: There are nine 4000ft peaks in Britain. 5 of these mighty mountains are in the ‘Gorms: Cairngorm (day1), Ben MacDui (day2), Carn Toul, Braeriach and Sgor an Lochain Uaine (day3).
- Price: £425.00 to £425.00
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Price is per person for package
- Price Includes: Accommodation, All taxes, Local information/maps, Guide, All transport during trip, Arrival/departure transfers, Activities as per itinerary, Meals as indicated
- Meals: All Meals
- Duration: 3 days
- Comfort Level: Mid-Range
- General Notes: Arrive 13 April 2012 - Try To Aim For 7pm At The Latest. Pick Ups Provided From Aviemore Or Inverness Airport
Depart 17 April 2012 - After Breakfast
- Action Grade: Active - You will be on the go most of the time.
- Suitable for: Intermediate
- Where:
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- Scotland-- Scottish Highlands--- Cairngorm National Park--- Aviemore
comfort zone
- Comfort level: Basic , Mid-Range , Luxury
- Fraoch Lodge is run along the lines of a fully catered ski chalet. The owners and your guide live on the premises so are always on hand to help. We pride ourselves on our hospitality, the charm of the property and the quality of our catering. We don't do gourmet; we do feasts! Perfect for your walking challenge.
- Rooms: Single, Double, Towels provided, Internet access
- Room facilities notes: Towels are provided on request in accordance with our environmental policy. Hand basins are provided in each room.
- Property: Garden/Terrace, Lounge, Cutlery, Equipment storage available, Tuition / courses can be arranged, Guides / tours can be arranged, Equipment hire can be arranged, Glassware, Crockery, Kettle, Toaster, Microwave, Dishwasher, Freezer, Fridge, Hob/Cooker, Oven, Ironing board/iron, Clothes dryer, Washing machine
- We have a dedicated drying room with a dehumidifier and heaters to make sure that you go out every day with dry kit. We also have daily mountain weather forecasts and our guide lives on site so is always available to advise you of extra activities or routes for your days off.
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