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Wales 7 Summits

Four days – Seven summits – One legendary Welsh odyssey.
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TRIP Dates

  • 31 Jul – 03 Aug 2026

    Sold out

  • 05 June – 08 June 2027

    30 spots Available

Wales 7 Summits

Location

Wales

Duration

4 Days

Route

Snowdonia Edition

Grade

Strenuous

Altitude

7 Summits m

Activity

8 Hours

The Welsh 7 Summits Challenge – Snowdonia edition is part of the new Seven Summit Series 2026. Join us as we journey to the heart of Snowdonia conquering seven Welsh peaks in just four unforgettable days. This premium guided expedition takes you from the dramatic scrambles of Tryfan’s north ridge to the iconic summit of Snowdon via the classic Pyg Track, finishing with the remote beauty of Moel Siabod. Experience the raw power of Welsh mountain terrain as you traverse iconic ridge lines, navigate ancient stone formations, and stand atop Yr Wyddfa – the burial place of giants.

Expedition Highlights

The Iconic Welsh Seven Summits 

  • Snowdon/Yr Wyddfa – The “burial place of giants”
  • Glyder Fawr – The “great pile”
  • Glyder Fach – Cantilever Stone
  • Y Garn – The “cairn”
  • Elidir Fawr  – The “great slope”
  • Tryfan – Three-pointed peak
  • Moel Siabod  – The “hill of saplings”

Route Map

Trip Details

  • Departure date.

    12:00 a.m – Meet Bus Irish ferries Dublin Port
    Parking – Long–term parking rate: €50.00 per 7 days 
    Address  Parking at Terminal 1 (Irish Ferries)
    How to book parking Here
    12:30am – Board Irish ferries ship
    01:15am – Irish Ferry to Holyhead (duration: 3h 35min)
    04:45am – Arrive Holyhead
    Have breakfast on board ship.
    05:00am – Depart for hike trailhead (1h 20min | 84 km)
    07:00am – Begin hike

    Hike: Tryfan → Glyder Fach → Glyder Fawr

    • Start Point: Ogwen Cottage Car Park (SH 649 602)
    • Finish Point: Pen-y-Pass Car Park (SH 647 556)
    • Distance: 12 km
    • Ascent: 1,100 m
    • Time on trail: 6 hours
    • Summits: Tryfan, Glyder Fach, Glyder Fawr

    16:45pm  – Transfer to team Accommodation (30 min | 22 km)
    18:00pm – Dinner and welcome briefing

    Included: All Transport: Bus – Sailing – Guiding – Accommodation – 3 course evening dinner

  • Snowdon, Y Garn, Elidir Fawr

    07:00 – Breakfast
    08:00 – Transfer to Pen-y-Pass (25 min | 18 km)

    Hike: Snowdon Horseshoe + Y Garn & Elidir Fawr

    • Start Point: Pen-y-Pass Car Park (SH 647 556)
    • Finish Point: Llanberis Car Park (SH 582 599)
    • Route: Pyg Track → Snowdon summit → Garnedd Ugain → descent to Nant Peris → Y Garn → Elidir Fawr → descent to Llanberis
    • Distance: 18 km
    • Ascent: 1,400 m
    • Time on trail: 8–9 hours
    • Summits: Snowdon, Y Garn, Elidir Fawr

    17:30 – Transfer back to hotel (30 min | 22 km)
    18:00 – Dinner and recovery

    Included : All Transport: Bus – Guiding – Accommodation – Breakfast – Pack lunch – 3 course evening dinner

  • Moel Siabod (Final Summit)

    08:30 – Breakfast
    09:30 – Transfer to Pont Cyfyng Car Park near Capel Curig (15 min | 11 km)

    Hike: Moel Siabod via Daear Ddu Ridge (optional scramble)

    • Start/Finish: Pont Cyfyng Car Park (SH 733 572)
    • Route: Forest trail → Daear Ddu Ridge → Moel Siabod summit → descent via south ridge
    • Distance: 10 km
    • Ascent: 720 m
    • Time on trail: 5 hours
    • Summit: Moel Siabod (7 of 7 complete)

    15:00 – Return to Betws-y-Coed (15 min)
    17:00 – Presentation medals and certificates
    18:00 – Celebration dinner

    Included: All Transport: Bus – Guiding – Accommodation – Breakfast – Pack lunch – 3 course evening dinner

  • Return to Dublin

    08:00 – Breakfast
    09:00 – Depart Dolgellau for Holyhead (2h 15min | 135 km, including rest stop)
    12:00 – Arrive at Holyhead Ferry Terminal
    13:15 – Stena Line Ferry to Dublin (duration: 3h 45min)
    18:30 – Arrive at Dublin Port

    Included: All Transport: Bus – Sailing – Guiding – Breakfast – packed lunch.

Included:

  • Luxury Black Mountaineering bus transport.

  • Stena line ferry return trip.

  • 4 x Professional mountain guides and expedition leadership by Black Mountaineering

  • Fully planned 7-summit itinerary and on-mountain instruction

  • Accommodation in our BM Welsh bunkhouse as outlined in the itinerary

  • 3 course evening dinners daily
  • Pack lunch and breakfast on day 2-3-4
  • All bedding provided – no need for sleeping bags

  • Group ground transport provided by an independently contracted Northern Ireland–based coach operator

  • Ferry crossings and coach travel operated and contracted by the third-party transport provider under their own licences

  • All mountain permits and local access arrangements where applicable

  • SSS Medallion and presentation box of achievement at the end of the trip

Excluded:

  • Port parking
  • Breakfast day one

Rooming Notes

This is Contemporary Bunkhouse mountain accommodation with comfortable shared dorms all with secure under-bed storage, USB power sockets and bedside lighting for every bed. Shared dorms are by gender.
WiFi is free for all guests and other facilities include, a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, an open-plan living space with log-burning stove and panoramic mountain views, large deck, drying room and laundry facilities.
Bedding supplied.

Amenities on Site

Guest Kitchen
Free Wifi

Lounge Area
Free Tea and Coffee in Guest Kitchen
Laundry Room
Drying Room

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TRIP Dates

  • 31 Jul – 03 Aug 2026

    Sold out

  • 05 June – 08 June 2027

    30 spots Available

PRICE €749

Deposit €399 on booking.
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Practical Info

Frequently asked questions

The following frequently asked questions may help answer any queries you have about Jason Black Mountaineering, what this expedition involves, and what is required. If your question isn’t answered here please check our dedicated Expert Advice page, otherwise don’t hesitate to get in touch.

  • This challenge is for hikers who:

    • This is for everyone but you must be fit.
    • Are comfortable with long 1,000–1,600 m 6-8hr hiking days
    • Are confident with light scrambling
    • Are well-equipped for variable Welsh mountain weather
    • Seek a challenging, high-reward adventure in classic Welsh terrain

  • Jason Black Mountaineering provides mountaineering guiding, expedition leadership services only. We do not sell or arrange transport or travel commencing in the Irish State to destinations outside Ireland or Northern Ireland. Any transport or ferry services referenced are provided by independently contracted third-party operators under their own licences and terms.

Although no mountaineering experience is required on this trip, a good level of physical fitness is necessary. You must be comfortable hiking up to 8 hours a day, with many steep uphill sections, uneven, rocky terrain and in unpredictable weather. This hike is a strenuous one, so the better prepared you are, the more you should enjoy it.

You need to be fit healthy to get through this weekend.
A bespoke Jason Black Mountaineering 12 – week training plan designed by Jason Black personally will be in your information pack on completion of your booking.

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Mandatory Mountain Kit List

Footwear
• Robust hiking boots with good tread (well broken-in)
No trainers on hill on this trip.
• 3 x Hiking Socks

Hike Clothing
• 80ltr Trekking duffle bag 
• 30ltr day back pack
• Gortex Waterproof jacket (helmet-compatible hood preferable)
• Gortex Waterproof trousers
• 3 x Tech T- Shirt
• 1 x Mid-layer (fleece)
• 1 x Spare Mid-layer (fleece)
• 1 x Woollen Hat
• 1 x Ball cap 
• 1 x Buff
• 2 x Pairs of gloves (one spare dry pair)
• 2 x Hiking trousers (no jeans/cotton)
• 1 x lite puff jacket
• Sunglasses

Hike Clothing
• Hostel clothing – Tracksuit
• Gym shoes / Sliders
• Personal wash kit

Safety
• Head torch with fresh batteries
• Personal first-aid and blister kit
• Emergency bivvy/survival bag and whistle
• Fully charged phone in waterproof pouch
• Power bank & cables

Navigation (optional)
• Map of region (OS Landranger 41/50 or Harvey maps)

Other
Other
• 1 x Backpack (20 litre)
• 1 x Gaiters (optional)
• 2 x 1 litre water bottles or bladder
• High-energy personal sugary snacks for long days
– 6 x Bounty bar – 3 x Jelly babies – 3 x Wine gums etc 
• 1 x Small Sunscreen F50
• 1 x lip balm
• Personal wash kit – shampoo
• Personal meds
• Stg Cash/Card for meals
• Travel towel (hostel towels may be hired)
• Passport (Mandatory for Uk boat travel)
• Head torch with fresh batteries

Seasonal/route-specific notes
• Late May in Wales can still be cold/wet on ridges, pack warm layers.
• Light scrambling and sustained rocky terrain on steep ground, good boots essential.
• In Hostel all bedding is provided – no need for sleeping bags

Weather and Contingencies
Welsh mountain weather is highly changeable. Guides may adjust routes, order of days, turn-around times, or choose safer alternatives if wind/visibility or difficult conditions require it.

You may pay your deposit and balance using any lawful means. If sending money by electronic bank transfer then you will be responsible for covering the cost of the fees associated with the transfer, so that the company receives the full amount shown on your invoice, in the denomination shown on your invoice.
See more about our payment policy Here

On Booking your expedition our returns policy can be viewed here

Participants must carry travel insurance that covers trip cancelation and medical cover while hillwalking (non-technical) up to 1,400 m in the UK.
It is so important to purchase your insurance immediately once you book your trip to protect you from unforeseen situations like having to cancel due to injury or other.
We recommend True Traveler. Bring your policy details in the event it is required.

Why Jason Black Mountaineering?

World Leading Mountaineer

At the helm of Jason Black Mountaineering is Jason Black himself, a renowned global Mountaineer and International Expedition Leader.

With a remarkable list of achievements, including summiting Mt Everest and the formidable K2, Jason holds multiple world records in high-altitude mountaineering. His feats, such as being the fastest to summit Kilimanjaro twice and completing the Aconcagua traverse in record time, establish him as one of the world’s leading high-altitude mountaineers.

As a high altitude specialist, Jason’s passion for testing his physical and mental capabilities remains undiminished. His accolades include being awarded Ireland’s National Outdoor Athlete of the Year for his historic summit of K2.

The Future of Adventure

We are proud to Inspire and empower individuals and organisations. Showing globally how our adventures are leaving a positive life changing humanitarian impact. We supporting local communities and contribute positively to the balance of global inequalities.

Putting purpose before profit, empowering local communities, employing locals, supporting local businesses and leaving a lasting positive humanitarian impact on all our expeditions is at the core of our mountaineering values. Join us on a transformative expedition, where purpose, passion, and the thrill of the great outdoors converge.

Commitment to Safety and Environment

Jason Black’s commitment to safety standards, extensive high altitude mountain knowledge, and adventure travel sets him apart from the rest.

The small group approach adopted by Jason Black Mountaineering offers significant advantages, including a better guide-to-client ratio, reduced environmental impact, and a stronger team dynamic.

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