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Travel in comfort between locations in an electric mini-van, with a total of approximately 7 km of walking throughout the day. Each stop includes short scenic walks, with moderate ascents but on well-maintained paths.
Watch the cascades at Melincourt Falls
Walk behind the spectacular Henrhyd Falls
Enjoy a scenic drive over Rhigos Mountain with panoramic views Embark on a forest walk to the beautiful Pen Pych waterfall
Discover the industrial past at Rhondda Heritage Park
Led by an experienced Mountain Leader and Green Badge Tourist Guide, with decades of local knowledge. Expect stories of the landscape, industrial past, and the natural forces that shaped these dramatic valleys. Travel in a comfortable, small-group vehicle, ensuring a relaxed and personal experience. The walks cover varied terrain: woodland paths, riverside trails, and some rough, muddy sections. You’ll gain height gradually as we explore this beautiful corner of Wales. Please wear appropriate walking shoes.
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Meeting and pickup
Please arrive 10 minutes early for a prompt departure, we meet on the steps at the front entrance of the museum. Look for an electric minivan with Wales Outdoors logo on the back.
Itinerary
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If time allows, you’ll also have the option to visit Rhondda Heritage Park to learn about the rich coal mining history of the Welsh Valleys, perhaps finishing with a traditional cup of tea and cake.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Final scenic forest walk to Pen Pych waterfalls, a hidden gem nestled on the mountainside. (3.5km)
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The tour continues with a scenic drive over the dramatic Rhigos Mountain Road, offering sweeping views across the surrounding peaks and a quick stop for a photo
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Continue to Melincwrt Falls, a tranquil setting in an ancient upland oak woodland, stream, and waterfalls cascade into the gorge below. (1km)
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We'll stop here for some lunch in the cafe and if time allows a short exploration of the country park, featuring a beautiful lake and grounds.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
6Henrhyd Falls
We then travel onward to the spectacular Henrhyd Falls (Batman's cave) the tallest waterfall in South Wales, tumbling dramatically into a deep, echoing gorge. A fitting grand finale to a day of waterfalls!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not suitable for under 8 years
- Not suitable for over 70s unless very used to walking over and up / down countryside terrain
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not suitable for under 8 years
- Not suitable for over 70s unless very used to walking over and up / down countryside terrain
- We might meet owners with on or off lead dogs in the British countryside
- Not suitable for people with limited mobility
- Not suitable for people with leg problems which would make walking up and downstairs difficult
- Not suitable for people that have difficulty breathing if exerting physical effort
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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