Overview
Three days across two of Eryri's most distinctive mountain landscapes — the mighty Cadair Idris and the remote, rocky Rhinogau. This is wild Wales at its rawest: dramatic ridgelines, sea views from high camps, and terrain that demands more than it gives easily. You'll learn the practical skills of multi-day mountain travel as you go — wild camping, navigation, pacing across serious ground — under the eye of guides who know these hills properly.
Who it's for
The trip suits adventurous hillwalkers ready to push through Wales' most dramatic and least-trodden mountains. You'll need solid fitness and an appetite for long days in rough country — but no technical mountaineering experience is required. Whether you're building toward bigger trips or after a proper mountain challenge in your own time zone, this one delivers isolation, real achievement, and the kind of country most walkers in Wales never see.
What you can expect
- Three days carrying your kit across two of Eryri's great mountain ranges
- A summit of Penygadair (Cadair Idris) on day one, from near sea level
- Sea views from a high wild camp on Cadair's shoulder
- A traverse of the Rhinogau — among the most rugged and remote terrain in Wales
- Skills sharpened along the way: campcraft, route choice, weight management
- A small group led by guides who know these mountains in every weather
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Your Guide
Antony Fleming
Antony is an Expedition Leader, Outdoor Sports Professional and Safety Management Coordinator. His passion for the outdoors began at a young age, and throughout his career he has guided groups of all skill levels through a variety of extreme outdoor terrains. His specialism is in delivering memorable, remarkable and safe multi-day expeditions to clients who have had limited exposure to these dynamic landscapes.
Currently, Antony is delivering the Outdoor Learning syllabus at Concord College and is working as a Route Manager for Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc, alongside other ultramarathon experience providers, as a Mountain Response Coordinator. When Antony is not ski touring in the Alps, ice climbing in Scotland or working on the hill and river, he spends his free time creating his own adventures, striving to continually pursue stimulating, expedition-led projects which enhance the lives of others.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Things to keep in mind
FAQ
Can you legally wild camp in Wales?
Not as a right. Open access covers walking, not camping, so strictly it needs the landowner's say-so. In practice it's tolerated on the high ground when it's done properly: well away from roads and enclosed land, small tents, pitch late and leave early, one night, no fires, nothing left behind. Your guide chooses the pitches and knows which ground is appropriate and which isn't.
I'm driving. How does the car work on a point-to-point trip?
You finish about 40 minutes by road from where you started. Most people either taxi back to Dol Idris from Trawsfynydd, or car-share with another participant and shuttle at the end. We will help arrange this for you after booking if you get in touch.
How fit do I actually need to be?
Seven to nine hours on your feet, three days running, carrying 15–18kg, with around 1,000m of ascent each day. If you regularly do full days on UK hills and you've walked with a loaded pack, you'll be fine.
What if I can't keep going partway through?
Tell your guide early rather than late. Day one and day two both have realistic descent routes to the valley, and we'll get you off safely and sorted with onward travel. Day three through the Rhinogau is the committing section — if you're struggling by the end of day two, that's the conversation to have.
Do I need wild camping experience?
You don't need any prior experience to join this trip, though if you're brand new to wild camping and multi-day backpacking, we'd suggest starting with one of our beginner trips first. Feel free to reach out if you've questions!
What's the group size?
4 maximum. Small enough that everyone gets proper time with the guide, and small enough to move sensibly on technical ground.
Can I hire kit?
Yes. Our gear bundle covers tent, sleep system, mat, liner and pillow — cleaned, packed and ready, for £75. Add it to your cart at checkout.
What's the resupply in Barmouth?
You pass through town on day two, so you can carry two days of food rather than three and top up there. Shops, a chippy, and the sea if you fancy it. Bring cash and a card.
Water — do I need to filter it?
Yes. Sources are reliable across both ranges, but you're below sheep and below other walkers, so treat everything with either a filter or chlorine tablets.
Rent the kit you need. From £45.Four-season tent, −12°C sleep system, mat, liner & pillow — cleaned, packed and ready. Just add it to your cart during checkout.See what's included →