Private Hike: Brecon Beacons Hidden Footpaths On Pen y Fan
ID: GYG559548-959905
Category:
Country: United Kingdom
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Gear up for a mountain adventure with plenty of thrills and paths that few tread on a hiking trip to Pen Y Fan's summit in Brecon. Trek through the wilderness with a mountain leader guide.
Pen y Fan is the highest mountain in Southern Britain! Our small group 'Secret Pen y Fan' is a glorious walk taking in tracks less travelled and exciting climbs and descents to summits and a fine lake.
Pen y Fan is an iconic Welsh mountain with views to Devon and Somerset to the South and to Cadair Idris to the North, in clear weather of course! this walk is 11km and has 600m of ascent... You have been warned ;)
Following the Taff up to it's source, a route we'll have to ourselves, some may get wet feet so good boots are a must. Then it's the steep climb to Corn Du and onto Pen y Fan, taking in the views, seeking out the fossil beach, and getting some fine Instagram worthy snaps.
It's then off piste once again and we'll have the mountain to ourselves as we hilariously slide down steep slopes on our backsides. This is a truly hysterical experience! We'll explore Llyn Cwm Llwch and discuss its mysteries before heading up to the sad memorial of Tommy Jones where Andy will relay the true facts of this case.
A final mountain, Yr Gyrn, is peak bagged as we descend to the start point.
Pen y Fan can become very crowded indeed. However, the paths we will take for most of the day are used by no others and if midweek we'll have much of the hike to ourselves!
Know before you go
We may be able to provide transport from Cardiff or some other South Wales locations. Please enquire about options and costs
This tour will take place rain or shine
You will climb 600m, but this is, in the main, gently done
Andy may bring his dog with him. If this is an issue for you please let us know
Although most levels of fitness can be accommodated please be sensible when booking and know your own ability
Please Note
A reasonable level of fitness is required for all of our walks. If walking with us please know that the weather can change and at times we do need to keep moving, especially in winter, to remain warm and safe.
Highlights
- Explore the dramatic landscapes of Pen y Fan, the iconic Beacons peak
- Be regaled with the history and myths of the Central Brecon Beacons
- Laugh out loud as you use the mountain as a slide, from peak to lake :)
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour will take place rain or shine.
You will climb 600m to reach the summit of Pen y Fan. There is no elevator.
Andy may bring his dog with him. If this is an issue for you please let us know.
Although most levels of fitness can be accommodated please be sensible when booking and know your own ability
We'll park and meet you outside of the National Trust toilets
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.