Snowdon challenges and adventures

Snowdon challenges and adventures

Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) is the highest peak in Wales and stands at a mighty 1,085m above sea level. Conquering this mountain is a classic outdoors challenge and Snowdonia plays host to a wide range of incredible events!

Your Guide to Conquering Snowdonia's Best Outdoors Events
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Your Guide to Conquering Snowdonia's Best Outdoors Events

Snowdon/Yr Wyddfa has challenged adventurers for centuries. Now it's your turn to earn your place at the summit.

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Awarded the Event of the Year (2021) in the Welsh Triathlon Awards, The Craft Snowman is well known as the toughest multi-terrain triathlon and duathlon in the UK. Plus swims and trail running events.
  • Sat 2 - Sun 3 Aug
  • £31.99-£249.99
Betws-y-Coed, Clwyd, UK

Craft Snowman Triathlon & Duathlon, Snowman Swim & Ogwen Yr Helgi Du Trail Runs

Awarded the Event of the Year (2021) in the Welsh Triathlon Awards, The Craft Snowman is well known as the toughest multi-terrain triathlon and duathlon in the UK. Plus swims and trail running events.

  • Sprint triathlon
  • Olympic triathlon
  • Half Ironman
  • Sprint duathlon
  • 10K run
  • + 5 more races
The 14 Peaks is a famous 24-hour challenge that only the toughest and bravest (or craziest?!) undertake! Savour the hiking adventure by tackling it over 3 days with expert guides to lead the way.
  • 4 nights from £785
Betws-y-Coed, Clwyd, UK

14 Peaks Experience

The 14 Peaks is a famous 24-hour challenge that only the toughest and bravest (or craziest?!) undertake! Savour the hiking adventure by tackling it over 3 days with expert guides to lead the way.

  • 3 days hiking
Grab a team mate and head to Snowdonia National Park to pedal, paddle, peak and party on this full-day, multi-activity challenge.
  • Sat 6 Sep
  • £48.75
  • 30% off
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, UK

Pedal Paddle Peak | Yr Wyddfa Snowdon

Grab a team mate and head to Snowdonia National Park to pedal, paddle, peak and party on this full-day, multi-activity challenge.

30% off with code

  • 24 miles road cycling
  • 5.5 hrs hiking
  • 2.5 miles kayaking
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia this spectacular challenge will see you trekking to the top of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), at night!
  • Sat 6 - Sun 7 Sep
  • £45-£169
Llanberis, Gwynedd, UK

Defeat the Peak | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at Night Challenge

Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia this spectacular challenge will see you trekking to the top of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), at night!

  • 21 km hiking + 975 m ascent
Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia, this challenge will see you trekking to the top of Snowdon!
  • Sat 13 Sep
  • £45-£165
  • 25% off
Llanberis, Gwynedd, UK

Defeat the Peak | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) by Day Challenge

Make a mountain of difference to people living with cancer. Beginning in the heart of Snowdonia, this challenge will see you trekking to the top of Snowdon!

25% off until midnight 30 July

  • 15 km hiking + 1000 m ascent
Spend quality time together and reconnect as a family with challenging and exhilarating experiences including coasteering, canyoning, whitewater rafting, kayaking and a private island escape.
  • 7 nights from £1,395
Betws-y-Coed, Clwyd, UK

Family Adventure Holiday North Wales

Spend quality time together and reconnect as a family with challenging and exhilarating experiences including coasteering, canyoning, whitewater rafting, kayaking and a private island escape.

  • 1 day canyoning
  • 0.5 day coasteering
  • 0.5 day whitewater rafting
  • 0.5 day kayaking
  • 1 day hiking
The totally unique ROC format, from Abersoch Bay to the top of Wales’ highest mountain and back. Swim, Bike, Mountain, Bike, Run; THE ROC WALES is triathlon - tough and redefined.
  • Sat 9 May 2026
  • £195-£225
Pwllheli, Gwynedd, UK

THE ROC WALES

The totally unique ROC format, from Abersoch Bay to the top of Wales’ highest mountain and back. Swim, Bike, Mountain, Bike, Run; THE ROC WALES is triathlon - tough and redefined.

  • 1.5 km sea swimming
  • 100 km road cycling
  • 13 km multi terrain running + 3330 ft ascent
Considered Britain's toughest outdoor challenge - conquer the highest mountains of Scotland, England and Wales on this professional hike with Mountain Guides, top safety record and high success rate.
  • Thu 10 - Sat 12 Jul
  • 2 nights from £590
Fort William, Highland, UK

National Three Peaks Challenge

Considered Britain's toughest outdoor challenge - conquer the highest mountains of Scotland, England and Wales on this professional hike with Mountain Guides, top safety record and high success rate.

  • 2 days hiking
Experience the rugged landscape of Snowdonia/Eryri with this one-day action-packed challenge of biking, hiking and kayaking!
  • 1 night from £190-£265
Llanberis, Gwynedd, UK

Snowdon/Yr Wyddfa Triple Challenge

Experience the rugged landscape of Snowdonia/Eryri with this one-day action-packed challenge of biking, hiking and kayaking!

  • 10 miles road cycling + 220 m ascent
  • 9 miles hiking + 945 m ascent
  • 2.5 miles kayaking

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