Trek Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at Sunrise with #TeamCardiff
Trek Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at sunrise and fundraise for Cardiff University research.
An exciting adventure awaits #TeamCardiff: a nighttime hike under the starry skies of Eryri (Snowdonia), taking you all the way to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).
23 August 2026 / 27 September 2026
Supported by experienced Mountain Leaders, fundraisers will begin their journey in the heart of Eryri National Park, before climbing to Wales’ highest peak at 1085m. With head torches lighting the way and plenty of team spirit, the group will reach the summit under the early morning sky before making their descent as the day begins.
As well as testing their physical and mental limits on this memorable challenge, #TeamCardiff fundraisers will raise money for vital research.
Join #TeamCardiff
As part of #TeamCardiff you can choose to raise funds for either Cardiff University’s neuroscience and mental health, or cancer research. By supporting the next generation of researchers, you can help accelerate life-changing discoveries to improve prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for people living with conditions like cancer, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, depression, and schizophrenia.
Take the first step
The challenge is open to everyone so why not gather a group of friends, family, colleagues, or teammates? Together or individually, you can fundraise in hope, celebration, or memory of a loved one.
We ask that participants pledge to raise a minimum of £345 for your chosen Cardiff University research cause. To register for your place, you will need to pay a non-refundable fee of £45.
Self-fund
Alternatively, you can opt to self-fund your challenge. You will need to pay a £112 registration fee and then simply raise as much as you can for Cardiff University research.
Please make sure you have read the essential information provided by the challenge provider Sky Blue Adventures.
Itinerary
On the day: Begin your challenge
Make your way to Snowdon Mountain Railway Station in Llanberis for an early start (around 1:45am), ready to meet the Sky Blue Adventures team.
After registration and a full safety briefing (approximately 2:00am), you’ll switch on your head torches and begin your ascent along the Llanberis Path. Throughout the climb, you’ll be supported every step of the way by fully qualified Mountain Leaders.
Complete your challenge
You should reach the summit of Snowdon at around 5:00am, just as the sun begins to rise over Eryri National Park, rewarding your efforts with incredible views across the landscape. After taking in the moment near the Summit Café, the team will begin the descent at approximately 5:30am, following the trail back down as the day breaks.
You’ll arrive back in Llanberis at around 8:00am, where your challenge comes to an end and you’re free to make your way home for some well-earned rest.
Important information
This challenge is graded as ‘tough’ and requires a good level of fitness. This is the perfect challenge for participants who are prepared to put in the necessary training to push themselves on a more challenging trek. You will be trekking for approximately eight hours continuously, over 21km of uneven terrain, so don’t underestimate the importance of training beforehand.
This is an open challenge event, which means the hike will include fundraisers from other charities. It is not exclusive to Cardiff University #TeamCardiff fundraisers.
The challenge starts and ends in Llanberis in Eryri National Park. You will need to make your own way to and from the location.
How we’ll support you
A dedicated member of the Cardiff University team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have. You’ll also receive regular updates to help you with your fundraising and training, as well as a free #TeamCardiff technical top made from recycled plastic.
This adventure is administered by Sky Blue Adventures, an agency with over 14 years' experience of in delivering challenges for national charities.
If you have any questions about the challenge or fundraising, please get in touch.
