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Katy Hill (Extreme) Hike with Award-Winning Guide

6 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Katy Hill (Extreme) Hike with Award-Winning Guide

About this activity

The Katy Hill Nature Trail offers an extreme hiking experience to the highest point in the Centre Hills of Montserrat. Over the course of up to six hours, trekkers navigate through lush cloud forests, culminating in breathtaking panoramic views of the island. Choose between starting from Upper Blakes farmlands or the scenic Jack Boy Hill viewpoint. Led by expert guide James 'Scriber' Daley, MBE, this hike is not just a physical challenge, but a journey through the rich ecology and history of Montserrat. Ideal for fit hikers aged 16 and above, prepare for an unforgettable adventure.

  • Strenuous hike lasting up to 6 hours through dense forests
  • Choose your starting point: Upper Blakes or Jack Boy Hill
  • Guided by experienced local expert with over 40 years of knowledge
  • Ideal for ages 16+, suitable for groups of 1 to 30 people
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At a glance

Duration
6 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 8 people
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English
Operated by
Scriber's Adventures Tour

Ages: Youth (12–17 years) · Adults (18–60 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: Natural wood walking sticks for assistance.

Not included

  • Not included: Bottled water: Please bring water.. it's hot!

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    Passing by

    Start through the Upper Blakes farm lands, or from Jack Boy Hill with its view over the volcano and the buried airport. Climb into the rare, misty elfin woodland near the summit, found only on the highest ridges. Stand on Katy Hill, the highest point in the whole range.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

  • Meet at the main road at the starting point.

  • Meet at the Summir which is the viewing area.

End point

  • Meet at the main road at the starting point.

  • Meet at the Summir which is the viewing area.

Pickup points

  • Tropical Mansion Suites
  • Gingerbread Hill
  • Bramble Airport

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

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Katy Hill (Extreme) Hike with Award-Winning Guide

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