Welsh 3000s | 15 Peaks - Three Day Challenge | Eryri / Snowdonia - North Wales

Course Info

The Welsh 3000s is one of the finest mountain routes in the UK summiting all 15 of the highest peaks in Eryri / Snowdonia - either as a single 24-hour push or over multiple days.

Our three-day Welsh 3000s Challenge allows you to undertake this incredible mountain route over a more enjoyable three-day itinerary where we provide everything from transport and accommodation to guides and valley support.

Dates August - September

Duration 3 Days

Start Location Snowdonia | Eryri

Instructor Ratio 1:6

Book Today £475.00 P/Person

Our three-day Welsh 3000s Challenge allows you to undertake this incredible mountain route over a more enjoyable three-day itinerary. We provide everything you need when you arrive with five-star self-catering bunkhouse accommodation, transport during the event, guides each day and a valley support team. We also provide hot drinks and cakes including freshly roasted coffee from Heartland Roasters.

Join us for three days of mountain walking - scrambling with a great group in the stunning Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park. This is a fantastic challenge for the adventure seeker and fully supported to make sure you get the most out of the event. Arrive at our accommodation with your food, and leave the rest to us!

Our guides are all qualified Mountain Leaders or above with years of experience leading people on the Welsh 3000s and expert knowledge of the route. Our team are also supported by a valley support team who will provide assistance to those who need to drop out, ensuring you are taken care of during the event.

YOUR ITINERARY

While we try and stick to the tried and tested itinerary below, the weather sometimes forces a change in our plans. We will always remain as flexible as possible to ensure you get the best out of your time with us.

Day 1 (Evening)

Arrive at your accommodation, meet your team and relax, we will take it from here!

A member of our guide team will meet you all at 8 pm to discuss what to pack and arrangements for the next day.

Day 2 - Carneddau

Your transport will arrive at 9 am to take you to the start at Aber Falls. In teams of 6, your guides will lead you across the Carneddau ticking off the iconic peaks like Carnedd Llewelyn and Carnedd Dafydd. Transport will meet you at Ogwen to transfer you to your accommodation.

Day 3 - Glyderau

Tryfans North Ridge then onto the Glyderau for the second day of walking ticking off peaks like Glyder Fach and Glyder Fawr. Transport will collect you from Nant Perris and take you back to your accommodation

All transport included.

Day 4 - Final Day - Snowdon!

The hardest days are behind you and now it's just the iconic Crib Goch and Snowdon to finish the challenge. Transport will collect you from the valley and take you back to your car.

Congratulations, you did it!

ACCOMMODATION

Duration 3 Nights
Beds Private Bunk Room
Food Self Catering
Internet WIFI

Set in the heart of the stunning Snowdonia National Park, this cosy, family-run, 5-star hostel sits just off the A5, the main artery of Snowdonia. Nestled underneath Moel Siabod and peeking over the River Llugwy, it is quietly tucked away in the ancient mountain village of Capel Curig.

Super clean and cosy rooms, lounge areas and a big self-catering kitchen make this a perfect 'home from home'. Single rooms are subject to availability and need to be requested far in advance.

Course Dates

COURSE DATE DAYS COST LOCATION PLACES BOOKING
COURSE DATE 08-05-2025 DAYS4 COST£475.00 LOCATIONEryri / Snowdonia PLACES6 BOOKING book now
COURSE DATE 07-08-2025 DAYS4 COST£475.00 LOCATIONEryri / Snowdonia PLACES1 BOOKING book now

YOUR ADVENTURE PACKAGE INCLUDES

Below you will find details about what we include in this package. If you have any questions please get in touch.

INCLUDED IN YOUR ADVENTURE

All transport during the event
Experienced and qualified Mountain Leaders
Full logistics/transport package during the event
Valley support team and refreshments at road junctions
Transfers from the train station.
TMC goody bag including local ale, Welsh 3000s badge and TMC buff.
20% discount code for Montane
15% off at Joe Browns Outdoor in Capel Curig

NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR ADVENTURE (HC)

Food and Drinks
Tips

Google Review

Mountain Training

Matt Cooper

Kathryn Roberts

Q: How fit do I need to be?

Every day is around 10 miles with approx 1400m of ascent. You will need some prior hill walking experience and be able to walk for three days. Because this event involves scrambling you will need some prior grade 1 experience.

Q: Whats included?

Once you arrive at the hostel we take care of all the logistics. We provide the guides, accommodation and ensure you get transported around to the start and finish every day. We don't provide food or drinks as these are very specific to the individual.

Refreshments will be provided at the end of every day including some fantastic locally made cakes.

Q: What if I cant complete the challenge?

With a number of leaders available and logistical support in the valley we ensure you are totally looked after every step of the way. Should you be unable to continue a guide will bring you down to the nearest road junction to be transported back to your accommodation.

Testimonials

I've now been on two courses with The Mountaineering company. Both courses were great, learnt loads and Matt/Sam were brilliant instructors. I would definitely recommend to anyone getting into mountaineering to book onto intro and development courses. I'm looking forward to doing more courses with them in the future. (Google Review)

Alex Heaps

My partner and I booked Matt for two days mountaineering instruction so we could learn how to use ropes on climbs that were out of our comfort zone. We had a fantastic two days and Matts structured approach allowed us to take it all in and practice all the techniques over and over again. We both now feel more confident to take on more adventurous scrambles. Thanks Matt

Andy and karren

Fantastic day on the Back to Basics Navigation course with Matt. Very well organised and learnt a lot. Matt was very professional and great at teaching the skills with lots of patience and encouragement. Really enjoyed it and will definitely be signing up to other courses in future. Highly recommended.

Chontelle Wright

A great day out learning how to use a map and compass with Matt. His teaching style gave us just the right amount of information without feeling overloaded. I would highly recommend Matt !

Chris

Just got back from a fantastic weekend with Matt on the Welsh 3k and couldn't have asked for a better time. We had blue skies and cool air so it wasn't too hot and the views were simply incredible. Matt set a great pace allowing us to push our limits but never going beyond what we were capable of and we finished in 18 hours 32 mins. Hes a top bloke and I would certainly recommend him and The Mountaineering Company to anybody. Thanks again Matt. You will certainly see us again next year no doubt!

Chris Mansell

We attended a navigation course today with Matt. He was fantastic, can’t rate him highly enough! We had no knowledge at all, but have come home feeling confident and ready to tackle our adventure! Thank you Matt for a fabulous, fun day

Claire Black

I thoroughly recommend Matt as a leader & guide. I experienced an exhilarating & fun day with a super group doing Matt's Ogwen Classics day. Matt managed our mixed levels of ability & confidence with a calm, encouraging, alert & purposeful manner. He inspired confidence through recognition of our efforts & shared his knowledge & experience to support our skill development. The day passed all too quickly!

Ferne Davies

Awesome day with Matt teaching my 11yr old son and I the basics of climbing. Very patient and approachable would highly recommend Matt to anyone with an interest in rock climbing. Really fun day enjoyed by all!

Ian Roberts

Wow ! Where do I start, the best walking/climbing day of my life. Matt you were fantastic with all the members of our group. (Google Review)

Johnny Jones

All I can say is amazing!! Never scrambled before Matt looked after us supported us though the scary bits and made the whole day brilliant.

Karen Williams

Had a fantastic weekend with Matt on the mountain skills course - he is really friendly + approachable, and tailored the two days to what we enjoyed + wanted to learn. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to build their confidence with mountain hiking + navigation!

Kirsty

Well. What can I say - one of the best adventure weekends my friend and I have ever had and absolutely 10/10 instruction from Matt training us for our first OMM (Google Review)

Luke Whipps

Recently attended an intermediate rock skills course in the Peak District. Really great weekend and excellent fun. Matt is a top bloke; very knowledgeable and just the right amount of laid back. Allows all the information to really sink in - effective teaching!

Matt Pomfrett

Excellent day out with Matt on my first ever Scramble. I found it pretty tough in places but Matt was always there to put me at ease, offer instruction and with his support I made it to the top. Would highly recommend to others.

Polly Hornby