Active Mountaineering
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Adam Buitelaar
Sep 02,2024Cris, was an absolute star! Extremely well organised, very professional and mountain safety was at the forefront. He is dedicated to get you up and down in 24 hours. My best way of describing him is ‘Tough but fair’ Thank you!!!!
Jade Toone
Sep 02,2024Great team of guides, motivating everyone up the mountains! 🏔️
Lewis Farrant
Aug 06,2024Had an amazing time from start to finish. Chris and his team clearly know what they’re doing and it’s planned meticulously down to the minute. The only minor criticisms I had was the minibus is too small to carry overnight bag plus hiking bag and give yourself leg room, Chris has however addressed this and is purchasing his own minibus with more room so hopefully that will make things run even smoother. The team were excellent at motivating the group as a whole and this meant we all made it in the allotted time. Would I do the 24 hour 3 peaks again? Yes Would I use Active Mountaineering for their other challenges/excursions? Yes Would I recommend Active Mountaineering? Absolutely
Diane Swann
Aug 06,2024What an experience! Pushed to my absolute limit but it was worth it. The whole experience was planned to the second to ensure we crossed the finish line within the 24 hour time limit. Chris and his team know their stuff and their way around the mountains which makes you feel safe and reassured at all times. Don’t underestimate the difficulty of this challenge but I’m so happy to have shared this experience with such a great group of people. I would highly recommend Active Mountaineering. Thank you for helping me tick another challenge off my bucket list.
Gavin
Jun 11,2024If I could give more stars I would. Active Mountaineering (Chris) was brilliant from start to finish. The 3 Peaks National Challenge was by far the hardest activity that I’ve done and pushed me to the limit. Chris and his team got me through this Challenge and the sense of achievement that I have for managing to complete this is immense. Chris has an excellent style of motivation to make sure you get up the mountains on time. He is very direct and strait to the point when it come to timings and motivation. You just need to listen and you will reap the rewards at the end. The advice and knowledge given at every step of the way was brilliant and could not think of a better Leader to get you to the finish line. For any other activities or trips, I will only use Active Mountaineering. They deliver on everything.
Natalja Vasina
Jun 10,2024National Three Peaks Challenge under 24h Following an extensive search for a company that genuinely commits to the 24h challenge (my stopwatch started ticking at the bottom of Ben Nevis and stopped at Miner’s Gate following the descent from Snowdon), I signed up with Active Mountaineering Team. A superior team that conducts a meticulous plan down to the minute (even your bathroom breaks 😃). When Chris promises to take you up and down three mountains in 24 hours, he undoubtedly delivers. This challenge is for individuals who enjoy pushing their limits; it's far from a leisurely hill walk. Do not underestimate the N3P challenge - it requires preparation and training in advance.
Jade bailey
Jun 10,2024Just completed the 3 peaks challenge with Chris and wonderful team of guides. Up there with the most challenging but amazing experience. Once in a lifetime achievement. I wouldn’t have been able to do it without Chris pushing us and keeping us strong mentally. Great to meet like minded people by the end of the trip it felt like we had all known each other for years. I strangely find myself wanting to do it all over again. A memory I will never forget. Thank you Chris
Sam Cahill
Jun 10,2024I would just like to say a big thank you to Chris and his friendly fun professional caring enthusiastic team . My friend and I travelled from Eastbourne to do this challenge and it was amazing, learnt something about ourselves in beautiful scenery w a good team ! Chris is highly professional runs everything with extreme precision and every detail covered. Food, timings, advice on mountain conditions, clothing required etc listen to him ! His personality is fun but strict and he doesn’t take any crap. He has a job to do which we paid for which was to complete the challenge in 24hrs of which we did in 23.37 ! For me his banter enthusiasm knowledge and caring nature made it a challenge that will stay with me (even though I did moan a bit ) Our weather conditions were terrible blizzard , gale force winds rain but we all still made it with a smile on our faces !!!!! Thank you Chris and team , I think I made some new friends and hopefully we will do it again next year and all meet up to do something slightly more chilled ! We laughed alot and it’s 24 hrs I’ll never forget ! One bit of advice read his bloody training program as it’s harder than u can imagine and at a fast pace nothing can prepare you and listen to his knowledgable advice !!!! U don’t want to be at the front or the back as he has a certain saying for those people !! And his jokes are terrible humour him ! I totally recommend this company to anyone if u want to get it done in 24 hrs he will give u his heart and soul to make it happen with alot of banter on the way Anyone can do this as I saw on the trip ! Thanks again Sami Evans
Ian
Jun 03,2024Had an absolutely brilliant time doing the 24hr National 3 peaks challenge with Active Mountaineering. It's definitely not a challenge that should be taken lightly, there will be pain and you will be deprived of sleep but don't let that stop you. Chris and his team were honestly incredible from start to finish with the organisation, attention to detail, technical & geographical knowledge, and the care shown to each and every person to get them over the finish line. You'll be in totally safe hands with this very experienced company.
Daniel Mills
Jun 03,2024Had an amazing 3 peaks National Challenge with Chris and the rest of the team. The weather was unreal on all 3 mountains too. Chris says it how it is and will make sure everyone is well looked after and pushed to complete the challenge. Best ran challenges in the country. I’ll defo be back for another tour again with Active Mountaineering. Thanks mate!
Tristan Beard
May 28,2024Its tough but do the training and what your told and will have every chance of getting there. Listen to the briefings and that will be the building blocks to make it all work. Chris' timings were impeccable and much needed to make the 24 hours. Stuart was a great guide on Scafell who continued the pace and makes it work well. Practice filling hydro packs quickly and know where stuff is in your bag to save time and not fall into the 'faffing' group! Really big challenge mentally and physically but put the work it and will yield results. Bucket list tick!
Rebecca Cooper
May 17,2024A team of 16 of us took on the Three Peaks challenge with Chris and it was awesome!! This challenge is not for the faint hearted or weak, it’s brutal! But Chris & his team of guides and drivers are well organised & knowledgeable to get the job done. The initial briefing is informative and it’s a must that you listen. Be prepared for no time for faffing and minutes matter. Embrace the challenge and you will love it!
Louise Pickering
May 15,2024Brilliant experience. I’d highly recommend Chris and the team. Chris really knows the mountains and what needs to be done to complete the challenge in 24hrs including all the travel! Would definitely recommend and look to do other challenges with Chris
Danny Mann
May 14,2024We just completed the challenge and what an amazing experience it was. You really could not be in better hands, I highly recommend Chris and his team, Chris knows the mountains literally like the back of his hands and you feel very safe from the word go, the other guides on each mountain are awesome too. It is a tough pace but if you listen you fully understand why it has to be so you are able to complete the challenge in the 24 hours. So well organised which made it one of the most amazing experiences I have had, a job to do and with his great support we achieved our goal! Cannot wait for the next experience! If you are looking to do the 3 peaks 24hr challenge you really need to use Chris and his team.
Lucinda Johnson
May 08,2024Just completed the 24 hour 3 peak challenge.I couldn’t of been in better hands, I highly recommend Chris and his team, so well organised which made it one of the most amazing experiences I have had, a job to do and with his great support we achieved our goal! After such a great experience I am totally hooked on this wonderful activity which introduces you to some of the most beautiful places in the world. Now I am definitely looking to visiting Morocco for my next challenge, which I know is worth every penny!
Abder Mokhbat
Apr 18,2024Got involved with Chris for one of his Three Peaks weekends last summer and thoroughly enjoyed it. The man knows the mountains like the back of his hands. Although we, as somewhat inexperienced mountaineers' questioned some of his approaches at the start, we soon realised how knowledgable he was and this year, we've decided to do it all again with a large group of people.
Richard Tyler
Oct 06,2023I'll start by saying that Chris and his team were excellent. Chris has the timings down perfectly, and during his introduction talk he makes no excuses for how hard the challenge will be, and how he will push you to make sure you achieve success. Chris is a character, and may come across like a 'Drill Sargent' but the reality is that he is a great guy and just wants everyone to achieve their goal and complete the challenge. I did the 3 peaks challenge, in 24 hours and my advice to you is make sure you train hard and put in the prep work. this is hard both physically and mentally, and whilst you have a great guide working hard to get you through this, there does need to be an element of self motivation, along with metal and physical strength. Thanks Chris for your hard work and planning, I will absolutely be doing more challenges with Active Mountaineering.
Peter Wan
Oct 05,2023It's a thoroughly gruelling challenge but Chris, Chris and the team have run this to the T. Adequate instructions are provided and prep is given, just follow the instructions. Its hard enough as it is! The pace is manageable and all those who started finished. Testament to the fitness and experience of the team. We endured the worst weather, being battered by 40 mpg winds at the peaks in the near invisible conditions and sub zero temperatures yet we still managed to meet the deadlines. Definitely fuel up excessively. It's where I feel short and paid the price with a run at the end! Also, book your days off after. You will need it. If you want to see what you're made of, find out here!
Damon Tran
Oct 03,2023Very very professional guides, through out the whole journey we were made feel safe and are give every chance of successfully completing the challenge within the time limit! It was an absolutely magical experience, thoroughly enjoyed the whole weekend though completely exhausting!! You’d need the following week to fully recover!!
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Rosa
Sep 02,2024What an experience! Chris & the whole team of guides were professional and motivational throughout the 24 hours spent together. Chris cracked his whip and got me up Ben Nevis even though I thought I would have to turn back - big thanks! All round amazing and well organized :) 10/10