Via ferrata excursion in Kinlochleven, near Fort William

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3.5 hrs
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From 8 years-old and up
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Experience the only Via Ferrata in Scotland during this ultimate high-wire adventure with a route that runs up the side of a waterfall, near Kinlochleven!

Experience Scotland like never before on this Via Ferrata hike that will have you clinging to cables and balancing on wires as you explore the fantastic scenery of Kinlochleven, near Fort William!

Scotland’s west coast is known for its rugged and dramatic landscape of towering mountains, magical glens, dreamy lochs, and enchanting islands – in other words, it is a landscape that is ripe for adventure! While hiking and climbing are both popular methods of experiencing mountain and glen, there is no better way to discover the natural beauty of Scotland’s west coast than Via Ferrata, which takes hiking to the next level!

Hugely popular in the Italian Dolomites and across the Alps, Via Ferratas or ‘iron ways’, allow non skilled climbers to achieve heights and access areas previously thought not possible. Developed in 2007 by Mark Weir, this Kinlochleven Via Ferrata climbs up the side of Fleetwith Pike (2,126 feet/648 metres high) following old mine workings in Kinlochleven. This exhilarating Scottish Via Ferrata experience will take you on an epic 500 metre/1,640 feet journey around a magical and previously inaccessible bedrock amphitheatre, with its plunging gulley, lush forest and the glorious 80 metre Grey Mare's Tail waterfall which you will be able to see throughout the entire route and cross over at the top!

Equipped with fixed cables, staples, ladders and bridges, this Via Ferrata route in Kinlochleven allows users to access a spectacular environment without the risks associated with unprotected scrambling and climbing. With state of the art specialist Via Ferrata equipment, sponsored by Petzl, you will be permanently clipped onto a continuous safety cable that runs the length of the route. This safety measure combined with expert guidance ensures that you are in the safest hands possible allowing you to experience and enjoy your Via Ferrata adventure near Fort William!

Book your Via Ferrata experience in Kinlochleven now for the ultimate mix of hiking and climbing that will leave you with incredible memories and the unbeatable feeling of having conquered great heights!

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Practical information

3 hour long Via Ferrata hiking and climbing excursion in Kinlochleven, Scotland.

Course of events

-Meet guides at meeting spot

-Welcome

-Get equipped harness and helmet

-Safety and activity briefing

-Start the Via Ferrata

-Finish route

-De-equip and debrief

-End of activity

Activity requirements

All participants must be:
- Physically and mentally able to be comfortable in this sort of outdoor environment
- Comfortable with heights and exposure
- Ready to get over your fear of heights and exposure!
- Over 8 yrs of age and over the height of 1 metres 30 cm

Meeting point:
Via Ferrata Scotland, Vertical Descents: Kinlochleven PH50 4SH
Spoken languages:English
Included
  • All necessary via feratta gear (helmet + harness)
  • Expert instructor
Excluded
  • Snacls
  • Drinks
Do not forget to bring
  • Clothes suitable for the changeable weather
  • Waterproof jacket and trousers if rain is forecasted
  • Sturdy footwear (hiking or running shoes)
  • Water and snack

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Celine H., Germany — 19/09/2024
5/5
It was a perfect adventure and we had a lot of fun.
Oren B., United States — 04/08/2024
5/5
A great, physical activity. For us beginners to climbing, it was a bit challenging. But an 8 year-old in our group completed the climb successfully, so the rest of us couldn’t complain (or could complain very quietly). Included scaling rock face on the side of a waterfall using installed handholds and footholds, going over tightropes, and walking over thin and shaky planks.
Lloyd T., United Kingdom — 27/06/2024
5/5
This was my 3rd Via Ferrata and I'm looking forward to the next, and I will come back and do this one again!
Linda P., United Kingdom — 26/06/2024
5/5
More challenging than the photos showed but absolutely achievable for a more mature person who is a little unfit.
Rory T., United Kingdom — 11/10/2022
5/5
Excellent organisation providing adventure and fun

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