Private Mountain Hike Tour in Wild West Wales and South Stack

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8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience Wild West Wales in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with a local Welsh speaking qualified guide. Explore the South Stack Lighthouse and marvel at the pre Cambrian 400 foot Gogarth Cliffs part of the Anglesey UNESCO Geo Park. Have the opportunity to hike over a Welsh mountain steeped in history dating back thousands of years.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks
Lunch
Lighthouse admission charge - Cost £10.50 Adult (2023), Family £23 2+2 (2023)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet up at the Marina Cafe, Newry Beach, Holyhead. I will have a name board with your group name displayed.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    South Stack Lighthouse

    Travel to South Stack from pick up point via Private Hire Vehicle/Taxi.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    South Stack Cliffs RSPB Reserve

    See the Bird Colonies(seasonal April - June) from Elin's Tower Vantage Point. Scale the 400 steps down to the islet, cross the tiny suspension bridge over the turbulent sea and visit a 19t Century Lighthouse(seasonal) , View the RSPB Bird Colonies and UNESCO Geo Park Cliffs. Learn about post industrial and cultural heritage. Hiking in area of Outstanding Natural beauty with magnificent Vistas of the Snowdonia Mountain range and Atlantic.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    South Stack Cliffs RSPB Reserve

    After the Climb back from the Lighthouse enjoy a well earned break at the excellent South Stack RSPB Cafe. (Snacks and Refreshments available but not included)

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Visit one of the best preserved iron age hut circle villages in Europe.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    A choice or hiking routes (Moderate or Easy) over the spectacular Holyhead Mountain. Only 720 feet in height but packs a punch. Visit an ancient stone age cairn, site of a 6th Century Chapel and 19th Century quarrying legacy associated with the construction of the great breakwater.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    After the hike is over enjoy a well earned coffee break at Holyhead Country Park. Explore and learn of the Victorian industrial heritage around you and also a tragic wartime USA aircraft crash. the final part of the hike is along the beautiful coastline back to Holyhead Marina.

    2 hours • 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
  • Bring good Walking Footwear and precautionary waterproof clothing.
  • Not recommend for travellers with Walking difficulties
Supplied by HOLYHEAD ISLAND ANGLESEY _ GO EXPLORE (HIA-GE)

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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