10 Things to do Adventurous in Snowdonia National Park That You Shouldn't Miss

February 28, 2022 Venice Greaves

Discover the best top things to do in Snowdonia National Park, United Kingdom including Snowdon, North Wales Active, Go Below Underground Adventures, Snowdonia Adventure Activities, Glyderau, Get Wet The Adventure Company Ltd, Cader Idris, National White Water Centre, RAW Adventures Mountain Activities Ltd, Ropeworks Active Limited.
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1. Snowdon

Snowdonia National Park LL55 4UL Wales https://www.snowdonia.gov.wales/addysg-education/primary-education/snowdonia/snowdon
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5.0 based on 2,629 reviews

Snowdon

The highest mountain in Wales (higher than any in England) at 3,560 feet.

Reviewed By PD280875 - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Came here this year instead of the lakes for our annual walking holiday , an amazing area of outstanding beauty , we went up via Crib Goch which was an exhilarating experience (dont look down) , some fantastic views all the way up and some challenging areas to scramble over , plenty of different paths too the top and even a steam train ! would deffo like to do this again

2. North Wales Active

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5.0 based on 266 reviews

North Wales Active

Adventure activities specialist based in Betws Y Coe, Snowdonia, North Wales. Gorge Walking, Coasteering, Climbing, Abseiling, Mountain Walking & Scrambling & Canyoning.

3. Go Below Underground Adventures

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5.0 based on 1,374 reviews

Go Below Underground Adventures

Test your nerve by journeying through a mountain via a series of exciting adventurous challenges on one of our three epic underground adventures. Try your hand at zip-lining through caverns, or climbing up a vertical shaft, boating across a lake, traverse over an abyss, scale a waterfall or abseil your way down to the deepest point in the UK! It’s Adrenaline pumping, heart thumping, pulse jumping fun, guided by the most fun, experienced and qualified instructors in the country! You can join us all year round, whatever the weather! No previous experience is necessary, there's no potholing or squeezing through small gaps. We provide all safety equipment and footwear. So come on over to the dark side - Adventure starts where daylight ends!

4. Snowdonia Adventure Activities

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5.0 based on 1,235 reviews

Snowdonia Adventure Activities

Snowdonia Adventure Activities provides instructor led activities to people of all ages and abilities. Activities include rock climbing and abseiling, kayaking, canyoning, gorge walking, mountain biking, mountain walking and scrambling, canoeing and undergroud trips.

5. Glyderau

Caernarfon, Snowdonia National Park LL57 3LX Wales +44 1248 600954 http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/carneddau-and-glyderau/
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5.0 based on 22 reviews

Glyderau

Reviewed By mrh102018 - Bury, United Kingdom

Sunday 22nd hike. Gorgeous weather. Great views. I did the reverse route and tackled devils kitchen first and the harder scramble up towards Glyder Fawr. Had a wild camp out facing the east facing side of Tryfan... Cold night and quite windy but was worth it for the cloudless night to see the stars and the sunrise was well worth the 5.30 wake up to tackle the return trek. Well worth the hard work

6. Get Wet The Adventure Company Ltd

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5.0 based on 130 reviews

Get Wet The Adventure Company Ltd

Get Wet The Adventure Company is a specialists in outdoor adventure activities. We can take you white water rafting, raft building or gorge walking. Our Instructors will guide you safely through adventures, leaving you wanting more!

7. Cader Idris

Snowdonia National Park, Dolgellau Wales http://www.snowdonia.gov.wales/visiting/walking/mountain-walks/pony-path-ty-nant
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5.0 based on 503 reviews

Cader Idris

Reviewed By lucyharries_89 - Cardiff, United Kingdom

After reading about the different tracks you can take up to the summit, I decided to opt for the Minffordd path, and I was not disappointed! I managed to get here on the T2 bus from Dolgellau - it drops you off next to Dol Idris Car Park - just ask the driver where to jump off if you're unsure. Once you reach the car park, follow the signs to the start of the track - there is also a little cafe en route if you need any supplies, but don't rely on it too much as it wasn't open on the day that I went! The Minffordd Path itself is relatively easy to follow. After a steep initial ascent (with lot's of steps through a woodland) you reach a split in the path - a little stone bridge going right will take you up the Mynydd Moel path, which is a giant scree slope. The left will continue your journey along the Minffordd path and takes you to Llyn Cau,which is a really pretty lake, and a gorgeous spot to have a chill and recharge before continuing. After you've relaxed a bit, or just stopped for a photo opportunity, continue along the ridge, keeping the lake to your right and prepare for another steep climb towards Craig Cwm Amarch, the first peak you reach (after climbing over a stile). After taking a moment to admire the views, continue along the downward path for about 10-15 minutes and eventually the path will start ascending again - the path is pretty clearly marked until you get to this point, but then it becomes a bit difficult to follow as you begin the ascent as there is a lot of loose rock - just try and keep to the right and you'll eventually reach the trig point! From the top, you can choose to either go back the same way or choose a different descent. For anyone relying on the buses, like me, you can take the Mynydd Moel path back to the Dol Idris car park. Follow the flat ridge on the summit for a good while (it is essentially a circular route around the opposite side of Llyn Cau that you ascended). After a while you reach a stile - cross this and begin your descent down the scree slope. You eventually cross the little stone bridge that you saw on the way up, which then joins the Minffordd Path again for the final part of the descent back to the car park. Be warned, the descent down the Mynydd Moel is really tough on the knees - I thought mine were okay but this mountain proved me wrong! Overall, this was a challenging hike, but I would do it gain. The views never get tiring and, having done Snowdon 2 years previously, this was a far more spectacular walk. It really is not to be missed!

8. National White Water Centre

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5.0 based on 518 reviews

National White Water Centre

The National White Water Centre is dedicated to providing the best white water experiences on offer in the UK, a world class whitewater venue available to all paddle sport enthusiasts and to help Canoe Wales develop canoeing and kayaking throughout Wales. Our aim is for everyone to enjoy the river as much as we do; whether it’s through our white water rafting sessions, providing a great place to kayak and canoe throughout the year, or by helping people take their first steps into paddlesport through our support of Canoe Wales.

9. RAW Adventures Mountain Activities Ltd

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5.0 based on 41 reviews

RAW Adventures Mountain Activities Ltd

WALK - BREATHE - BE Climb Snowdon with us! We provide a fun and professional leadership service for any group that wishes to climb Snowdon in North Wales. We will look after your group and increase enjoyment, success and, above all, safety on the highest mountain in Wales. Groups include: individuals, families, corporate teams, charity groups, schools and youth groups.

10. Ropeworks Active Limited

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5.0 based on 151 reviews

Ropeworks Active Limited

We are not just a high rope activity course, we are a challenging adrenaline fueled experience, with something for all the family. With parental supervision, ages 3+ can discover the low rope obstacles, while those over 120 cm can jump across aerial obstacles on the activity tower, and catch the stunning views from the giant swing. Guidance and support from a qualified instructor will ensure you get the most from your visit with us. We can provide high ropes, kids low ropes adventure course climbing & abseiling, hiking and scrambling, gorge walking, offsite rock climbing, coasteering, mine adventures and team building activities.

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