Snowdonia Mountain Guides, located in Caernarfon, offers a range of rock climbing, scrambling, mountaineering, and hillwalking experiences in North Wales. The company is owned and operated by Mark Reeves, who has over twenty-five years of experience in the industry.
At Snowdonia Mountain Guides, the team is passionate about the mountains and adventure, and they strive to provide more than just a basic course or guided tour. They aim to take their clients on an adventure into the unknown, offering experiences that will help define their love for the mountains, not only in Wales but beyond.
Their experienced coaches and guides handpick routes that push participants to their mental and physical limits, ensuring a thrilling and exhilarating experience. Snowdonia Mountain Guides doesn't sell holidays but rather mountain adventures that will leave a lasting impact.
One of their courses is the “How to Big Wall” programme, which teaches participants the skills needed to climb a Big Wall. This two-day course covers the basics and prepares climbers to take on bigger challenges like scaling El Cap.
For those who enjoy hill and mountain walking, Snowdonia Mountain Guides offers a guided “Classic Walks in Snowdonia” course. Participants can choose from a gentle stroll or an all-day mountain challenge, with routes carefully selected to showcase the stunning landscapes of North Wales.
The company also offers a “Guided Classic Scrambles” course, taking advantage of Snowdonia's compact Alpine playground. Participants will enjoy some of the best scrambles in the UK while being guided by experienced professionals.
The Instructor Mentoring Programme is another offering from Snowdonia Mountain Guides, aimed at those seeking to obtain their Mountain Leader (ML), Single Pitch Award (SPA), or Mountain Instructor Award (MIA). With a high percentage of candidates failing their assessments, this programme ensures aspiring instructors are fully prepared and have the best chance for success.
For those seeking an international climbing adventure, Snowdonia Mountain Guides offers a 14-day Moroccan Climbing Adventure. Participants can decide between Trafroute, known for its trad climbing, or the Todra Gorge, an adventure sports climbing area.
Additionally, Snowdonia Mountain Guides provides guided winter classics for those looking to tackle winter climbing in North Wales. In case of a last-minute winter hit, the company can arrange for experienced guides to take clients up their desired routes.
Mark Reeves, the owner of Snowdonia Mountain Guides, is temporarily closing the business until June 2024. He has been offered a role as a Field Guide for the British Antarctic Survey and will be based in Antarctica during this period.