Private Guided Winter Mountaineering Experience in the Cairngorms

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About this activity

Winter mountaineering is an exhilarating and hands-on way to experience the Cairngorm mountains. Unlike winter climbing, mountaineering is about the journey. We'll select a route that will be challenging but achievable and is big on scenery and satisfaction!

On this immersive experience you'll get to climb one or more historic mountaineering routes; in a remote corrie, along an airy ridge or up sheer cliff face!

This experience is suitable for novices, beginners and travellers looking for a special experience in the local area. No prior experience of climbing or mountaineering is necessary and you'll be kept safe and encouraged every step of the way.

Our guides hold the highest attainable qualifications in mountaineering and climbing and are passionate about giving you the best possible experience. We love guiding complete beginners as much as we love guiding experienced climbers. We enjoy working with both the young and the young at heart...

We look forward to exploring with you!

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At a glance

Duration: one day
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–2
Guide: English
Operated by: EverydayClimbing

Ages: Adults (7–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Helmet and harness
Included: Emergency shelter
Included: Qualified Winter Mountaineering Instructor
Included: Climbing equipment
Included: Ice axes and crampons
Included: First aid kit
Included: Photos of your day

Not included

Not included: Every participant will need warm clothing, hat, gloves and waterproof layers.
Not included: You'll need to provide a lunch for the day
Not included: Winter Mountain boots are required. We can assist with hiring these locally.

Itinerary

Scottish winter mountaineering draws on a broad range of skills to safely travel through stunning mountain scenery. Join us for a grand tour of the frozen cliffs of the Cairngorms and experience some classic Scottish mountaineering! Your day begins in the morning when you meet our fully qualified Winter Mountaineering Guide for a discussion about what to expect during the experience. They'll answer any questions you have and supply you with everything you'll need to stay safe. After a short drive, we continue our approach into the Cairngorms on foot. Sometimes crampons and an ice axe are required for this section, but your guide will instruct you on their safe use. Our approach walk usually takes around an hour. Look out for climbers on the frozen cliffs around you and the snow topped winter mountains stretching into the distance. When you arrive below your climb, you'll be fitted with a harness and helmet and attached to your Guide by climbing rope. With ice axes deployed and crampons attached they'll lead the route by climbing ahead and securing your rope above you. Our Guides will keep you safe, improve your technique, provide encouragement and take epic photos throughout!

Stop 1
Cairngorms National Park

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

You'll meet your Winter Mountaineering Guide outside the Tiso Outdoor store, Unit 1, Retail park, Santa Claus Drive Aviemore, PH221AF. Meet time is 8:30am.

End point

You'll meet your Winter Mountaineering Guide outside the Tiso Outdoor store, Unit 1, Retail park, Santa Claus Drive Aviemore, PH221AF. Meet time is 8:30am.

Pickup points

The Mountview Hotel
Nethybridge Hotel
The Boat Country Inn & Restaurant
Macdonald Aviemore Woodland Lodges
Coylumbridge Highland Lodges
Strathspey Hotel
Macdonald Highlands Hotel
Macdonald Morlich Hotel
Macdonald Aviemore Resort
Coylumbridge Hotel
Macdonald Spey Valley Resort
Premier Inn Aviemore hotel

and 6 more pickup points

We can pick up small groups for free or assist with organising transport for larger groups.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.