- Snowdonia's iconic Grade 1 scrambling adventure
- Qualified and experienced mountain guides
- Small group adventures loved by 100% of hikers
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Ready for a mountain adventure with a little more excitement? The Bochlwyd Horseshoe is one of Snowdonia’s finest scrambling routes, combining spectacular scenery, hands-on rock sections and breathtaking views throughout. From the iconic Tryfan to the dramatic ridges of Bristly Ridge and Y Gribin, this classic route offers an unforgettable day in the mountains.
Client satisfaction is our top priority. Our adventures are recommended by 100% of previous customers. We’re the number one outdoor adventure provider in the area and five-time recipient of the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award.
The Bochlwyd Horseshoe is perfect for adventurous walkers looking to take their mountain skills to the next level. Our guided scramble provides expert support, confidence-building coaching and a safe way to experience one of North Wales’ most thrilling routes.
You’ll meet your guide at the foot of Tryfan in the Ogwen Valley and start the short walk uphill before arriving at the ridge itself. This is the start of a long, sustained scramble but with plenty of opportunities for breaks. After a photo stop at the famous cannon stone, you’ll continue towards the domineering north tower. As we get close to the summit and the spectacular Adam and Eve boulders.
Descending the south ridge of Tyrfan you’ll be confronted by Bristly Ridge, our next adventure. The scrambling here is just as much, if not more exciting than that of the North Ridge. On reaching the summit plateau of the Glyderau, you’ll pass the spectacular Cantilever Stone and stunning Castell y Gwynt en route to your high point for the day of Glyder Fach before descending via Y Gribin for your final scramble and on to Llyn Bochlwyd and back to Llyn Ogwen.
Whether you’re doing it for charity, with a group of friends, as a family outing or just for your own pleasure MountainXperience can take the hassle out of planning your adventure and keep you safe on the day. We only work with qualified and experienced mountain guides who are fully insured and hold up-to-date first aid certificates to ensure your safety. We’ve been exploring Snowdonia’s mountains for over a decade and we love nothing more than sharing them with you.
If you’re ready to book your Bochlwyd Horseshoe adventure with MountainXperience, simply choose your preferred date from our live availability calendar and our booking partners FareHarbor will arrange everything for you.
You might also be interested in our Snowdon via Crib Goch or Scramble Tryfan, adventures, our Intro to Scrambling course or for those looking for an even bigger challenge, check out our Snowdon Horseshoe adventure.
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Skill Level - CHALLENGING++
Learn more about our skill levels - Duration - 6-8 hours
- Distance - 4.5 miles (7km)
- Climbing - approx 1000m
- Group - Up to 6
- Age - 12+
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Price - Adults £89 / Children £84
+ booking fee - Adults £4.45 / Children £4.20
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Frequently Asked Questions
Of course! Around half our clients come on their own. It’s a great way to meet other like-minded adventurers.
Children are welcome but must be accompanied by their parent or guardian at all times and we’d recommend a ratio of one adult to one child excluding our guide. We suggest that children should have some hiking experience and not be afraid of heights! If you’re unsure about your child’s suitability please get in touch and we can have a chat.
That all depends on how quick you walk! If walking in a group then we’ll always aim to stay together and will go at the pace of the slowest person. You should treat it as a day out and expect it to take six to eight hours to get to the top and back down again. We never treat these days as races or endurance tests – the idea is to enjoy yourself.
Absolutely not! As with many outdoor activities you can easily spend a fortune on the latest top-end clothing but there’s really no need. Hiking boots are better than walking shoes and walking shoes are better than trainers but if all you have is a pair of firm, comfy trainers then they’ll be fine.
Starting from the bottom up, you’ll need something comfy to walk in. If you’ve bought new footwear try to wear them a few times before your day to make sure they’re a good fit. An extra pair of socks can also be a good idea. Walking trousers are great particularly the ones you can zip the bottoms off to make shorts. Jeans are really bad as if they get wet they become very heavy and are difficult to dry. The key to your top half is layers. Don’t wear a t-shirt then a big heavy coat – better to wear a t-shirt, a fleece of some sort and a jacket – that way you can easily add/remove layers as the conditions change. If you have a hat and gloves then pack them. Remember the temperature on the summit will always be considerably less than at sea level so be prepared. Finally you’ll need a rucksack to carry everything. No need for a huge expedition backpack – just something big enough to carry your lunch and spare bits. If you have any questions about what you need on the day, get in touch.
There are public toilets and a small snack bar just up the road at the Ogwen Valley Centre close to where we end the walk but nothing else throughout the day so be sure to bring everything with you.
Due to the nature of this activity it’s not really suitable for pets – even adventurous ones. Sorry.
