Ben Nevis Handstand Challenge
We are going to climb Ben Nevis, do a group handstand to raise money for a young person rescue centre and school in the Maasai Mara, Kenya.
May Bank Holiday Weekend
Saturday 24th May 2025 (Sunday 25th is a back up)
Itinerary Saturday 24th May:
- 9 am: Meet at Glen Nevis Visitor Centre
- 9.20am: Group photo (handstand too). Check weather
- 9.30am: Slower walkers and kids set off
- 10am - 10.30am: Faster walkers set off
- Aim to meet at the top for 1.30pm - 2pm for group handstand photo
- Descent together
Funding raising for a children's orphanage and a school in Kenya - Maasai Mara
The climb is for children's rescue centre and school in kenya. Charity fund link - please use this to raise sponsorship
https://www.gofundme.com/f/cr5gu-climb-for-kenya
Funds will pay for classrooms, boarding areas and sponsorship of students.
Ben Nevis facts:
Located in Scotland.
The nearest town is Fort William.
Ben Nevis was once an active volcano.
Ben Nevis is 4,000/1345m above the sea level. (Snowden is 1,085 m)
The summit is normally 10°C cooler than its base.
In May the sunset at 8.50pm. The temperature is on average 14 degrees in May. So the temperature at the top will be 4 degrees or less.
The total return distance on the mountain path is 16km (10 miles) which normally takes 6 - 8 hours to complete, but can take longer.
Being properly dressed and equipped will greatly improve your enjoyment of a day on the hill. Layering is the ideal way to regulate your temperature throughout the day.
Consider booking a guided trip. Our local mountain guides will ensure a safe, informative and truly memorable experience.
Minimise your pollution: https://www.nevislandscape.co.uk/visiting-the-area/minimise-your-impact
Dress Code:
Walking gear, sticks recommended, layers, fitted hiking bag
optional Tribal twist - Maasai/Scottish
There are two main trail: Mountain path and Pony track
Mountain Track, the path incorporates many zig-zags on its way to the summit, making it less steep and much more accessible. Over 100,000 walkers enjoy Ben Nevis every year, and the majority use this path.
Accommodation
Some have booked up at For William. A few of us have booked glamping pods at this glamping site which is about 30 miles away from Ben Nevis:
https://traleebaycoastalparks.co.uk/highfield-holidays/
Glen Coe is amazing and near too.
Join us in creating a healthy people planet