Ben Alder Raid
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A pleasant undulating trek in and out of a fine wild area, with 2 days in between to capture Carn Dearg, Aonach Beag, Beinn Eibhinn, Beinn Bheoil and Ben Alder.
Backpacking and wild camping are required.
Ben Alder Raid Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Equipment checking and distribution at C~N~Do office. After sorting out gear from the store, travel by mini-bus to Dalwhinnie. Walk down along Loch Ericht towards Loch Pattack and on past Culra Lodge to find a camping place somewhere. (~10ml / 16km with ~200m ascent).
Days 2 & 3: Weather factors may determine what is done on which day:- Ben Alder and Beinn Bheoil (8mls / 12km, ~1000m ascent) Carn Dearg, Geal Charn, Aonach Beag, Beinn Eibhinn (10mls / 16km, ~1200m ascent)
Day 4: Pack up and return to Dalwhinnie and then to Stirling arriving about 17:00. (~10ml / 16km, ~100m ascent).
Ben Alder Raid Backpacking Trip - What's Included?
Your walking holiday includes:
- 4 walking days
- 3 nights wild camping
- Tents, stoves, gas and pots are provided.
- Food for all meals
- Transport from and back to Stirling
- Qualified leader
Group Size:
The minimum group size is 4. The maximum number of participants per leader is 8.
Group Bookings & Private Guiding
Additional dates or spaces are available for group booking and private guiding by arrangement. Please phone us on 01786 445 703 or complete the Special Enquiry form.
Early Bird Bonus
Book your holiday more than 12 weeks in advance to claim 5% off.
You must quote “Early Bird 08” promotional code on your booking form as the discount will not be automatically applied.
Book Your Ben Alder Raid walking holiday
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If you would prefer to pay by:
- Cheque - download our postal booking form.
- Credit/Debit card securely online - use the form below
| Dates | SRS | Price | Places (?) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorry - We have no further availability on this holiday in 2008. If you have a small group and would like to do this holiday privately or are interested in this holiday for next year please contact us. | ||||
Recommended Reading
To get the most from your walking holiday or course you may wish to do some background reading prior to departure.
Books which you may find informative are:
- The High Mountains of Britain and Ireland by Irvine Butterfield
Maps which you may find informative are:
