Top Fort William Outdoor Activities

If you're a novice hiker, or just not confident tackling the UK's tallest mountain on your own, a private guided walk on Ben Nevis will help you feel more confident. Together with a guide who will offer indispensable advice, you will climb Ben Nevis via the mountain path all the way to the top.

Take on the UK's highest mountain and experience the best of the Scottish countryside on this 8-hour Ben Nevis hike from Fort William. Follow a guide along rugged trails to the peak of Ben Nevis, and gain insight into the wildlife and geology for which the mountain is famous. Along the way, admire spectacular views over the surrounding lakes, forests, peaks and valleys. Enjoy the feeling of achievement at the top, then perhaps finish your day with a refreshing pint back at base!

Challenge yourself against Scotland’s highest mountain peak on this private 9-hour tour of Ben Nevis from Fort William. Hike along rugged trails up the flank of mighty Ben Nevis with a private guide. On route to the top, enjoy panoramic views over the Scottish Highlands’ soaring peaks and plummeting valleys. On arrival at the summit, discover features such as the ruins of a disused observatory. Take a break on the stony plateau, then enjoy the descent back to base-level below.

Ben Nevis is the UK’s tallest mountain and a popular destination among climbing and outdoors enthusiasts—and this small-group tour gives you the support and guidance you need to reach its summit and safely descend. Come ready in your gear, bring along trekking poles, and meet your guide directly at the Ben Nevis Visitor Centre. Then, begin the climb: your guide will manage the pace and shepherd you to the top.

Reach the summit of the UK's highest mountain, Fully qualified mountain leaders will encourage you and pass on their knowledge about the environment, history, geography, and wildlife.

Perfect for true whisky enthusiasts, this private, 4-day tour will introduce you to many of Scotland’s top distilleries—including every distillery on Islay. On the first day, meet your guide at your preferred Scottish address and head via comfortable car to Oban via Loch Lomond, for your first distillery visit and bed-and-breakfast stay. The next day, board a ferry to Islay. During your stay, you’ll enjoy tutored tastings, behind-the-scenes distillery tours, and more.

The route climbs its way up the mountain, with many fantastic views along the way (get your camera ready!). You will eventually reach the Halfway Lake at 570m, a great spot to have a break and keep hydrated. Continuing on, the terrain will change from lush green landscapes to grey rocky surroundings. Continue up the path, zig-zagging its way up the mountain – in bad weather conditions, visibility can become poor, so make sure you keep to the path. Eventually, after hiking up some scree, you will reach the summit of the UK’s highest peak! At the summit you will find several memorials, a trig point and many cairns. On a clear day you will be able to see for miles and miles – the surrounding mountains, lochs and cliffs are an incredible sight! After taking in the amazing views, descend back down the mountain via the same route, with a great sense of achievement at conquering The Ben!