Challenges

Challenges & Outdoor Activities


Adventure Awaits thrives on challenges and participants enjoy having something to aim for, a training goal and pushing themselves to realise their dreams and goals. There are a number of mountain challenges, cycling challenges and running challenges at different levels of difficulty that we organise so there really is something for everyone.

WELSH 3000'S


Trail Running Challenge
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The  Welsh 3000's is a 24 hour challenge requiring you to summit the 15 mountains in North Wales that are over 3,000ft.


This is a tough 30 mile point to point challenge with 4,000 metres of height gain. You will need to be fit and have confidence moving over rocky ground but can be completed comfortably by anyone. The route starts with a hike up the most iconic mountain in Wales, Snowden before covering the mountain ranges of the Glyders and the Carneddau.


We will provide you with a qualified Mountain Leader to guide you safely across all the peaks. We also provide extensive hot and cold food at checkpoints keeping you moving. Being a point to point challenge we also sort out all the logistics of getting teams back to the start.


DIFFICULTY

Advanced


WHEN

July 6th 2024


COST

£190

Paddy Buckley


Mountain View Adventure Awaits
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Have you aspirations to complete the Paddy Buckley round, or are you just looking for a beautiful challenge in the heart of Snowdonia National Park.


This is one of the big 3 rounds and the toughest covering 61 miles on technical trails crossing 47 peaks with over 8,500 metres of ascent.


The round covers the mountain ranges of the Moelwyns, Hebogs, Nanttle, Snowdon, Glyderau and the Carneddau over 3 days or as an attempt in under 24 hours.


You will need to be an experienced trail runner to be able to complete the challenge in under 24 hours but doing it over 3 days you only need to be able to run 35km per day.


We offer a range of packages for a 24 hour attempt


DIFFICULTY

Advanced


WHEN

April - October


COST

Prices starting from £495 pp


3 PEAKS CHALLENGE


National Three Peaks Challenge
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The ever popular and iconic national 3 peaks challenge where participants aim to climb the highest mountains in Scotland, Wales and England in 24 hours.

This is a physical and demanding challenge mostly due to walking up the mountains with little rest.  It is usually completed by teams that are raising money for charity.  However, it is possible to complete the same challenge over 2 days in daylight hours with overnight accommodation so you can enjoy all the views and enjoy sleep in-between.

If you are looking for a qualified Mountain Leader to guide you up Ben Nevis (1,344m), Scafell Pike (978m) and Snowden (1,085m) or looking to have the stress taken out with all the logistics for the challenge please get in touch. 

DIFFICULTY
Moderate

WHEN
April - October

COST
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C2C COAST TO COAST

Coast To Coast Bike Challenge
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This is the most popular and infamous cycling route that travels from Whitehaven on the West coast to Tynemouth on the east covering 140 miles (230km). The terrain is made up of minor roads, disused railway lines, off-road tracks and specially constructed cycle paths. The challenge can be completed over two days or at a more leisurely pace.

On the challenge you will pass the beautiful Lake District fells, over the imposing peaks of the North Pennines and all the way to the historic harbour at Tynemouth.

We can provide all the planning, logistics including accommodation and transfers, rider information, cycle guides and food along the route. Alternatively we can  provide you with a guide for the weekend.


DIFFICULTY
Moderate

WHEN
All year

COST
Prices starting from £350

SNOWDON SUNRISE


Charity Hiking Events Cairngorms
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Leaving at four hours before sunrise you will hike up Snowdon's slopes guided by torchlight and your watchful host. The pace will always be leisurely and plenty of breaks will be taken so that you can enjoy the experience.


We will reach the summit shortly before sunrise where we will watch the beautiful sunrise at the top of Wales' tallest mountain as it slowly rises to the west.  


After enjoying hot drinks and a light breakfast we will start our descent in daylight where views over the Glyderau mountain ranges, the Menai Straits and out to sea. Fully satisfied and tired we will arrive back in Llanberis with a full day for you to enjoy the rest of the sights in and around Snowdonia's national park.


DIFFICULTY

Easy


WHEN

All Year


COST

Prices start from £60 pp (minimum 4 people)

DEVON COAST TO COAST


Cyclists Devon Coast To Coast
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If you are looking for an active weekend break or a holiday for you and your friends then this is the challenge for you. 


Cycle tours are a great way to explore the countryside taking in the sights at your own pace. This tour starts at Ilfracombe on the north coast of Devon and finishes at Plymouth on the south (approx 102 miles).  


It winds its way through some stunning and varied scenery, via country lanes, traffic-free cycling and walking trails, and with a few bridleways thrown in for good measure. Most of the ride is traffic free making for a really fabulous cycling experience.


We can organise all the logistics including accommodation and transport and provide you with a cycle guide so you can just enjoy the ride.


DIFFICULTY

Moderate


WHEN

March - October


COST

Prices start form £350 

SNOWDON TRAVERSE


Fell Running North Wales
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The Snowdon traverse  is a 25km 360 degree circumnavigation of Snowdon completed by either trekking or  trail running with a total ascent of 1850 metres. 


The route starts and finishes in Llanberis initially climbing to Clogwyn Station on the Llanberis path.  After this we leave the paths behind and traverse Snowdon including scrambling on Gribin (Grade 1),


The navigation is tricky and the route has steep technical ascents and descents so you need to be an experienced and confident trail runner or trekker to take part.

 

We recently wrote a blog on the traverse and it's hidden gems and the crowd free trails that can read here .



DIFFICULTY

Advanced 


WHEN

April - October


COST

Prices start form £220  (guide only)

BESPOKE CHALLENGES

Trail Running; Walking; Trekking; Hiking; Climbing; Corporate Events; Charity Events
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At Adventure Awaits we thrive on challenges and if you have something in mind that's not listed on these pages please do get in touch.

No matter what you and your groups ability level is, your goal, group size or the time you have available, we can help guide you throughout the process.

We will provide all the planning, logistics, information, qualified guides, food and accommodation required for your challenge within an agreed budget.

We specialise in trail running, hiking and cycling challenges but can also create corporate bespoke adventure challenges or charity events including climbing, abseiling, orienteering and team building activities .


DIFFICULTY
Various 

WHEN
All year

COST
Contact for cost
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