Meditative walks for men in the wild beauty of Snowdonia.

Step away from the noise. Walk in stillness. Rediscover purpose through mountain days, silence, fasting, and time alone in the elements.
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What is Trackless?

The experience draws on Buddhist teaching, modern psychological findings, and ideas of quest and ordeal found in many traditions.This is not just a mountain weekend or a digital detox. It is a deliberate shift out of normal patterns and into something more demanding and reflective, a structured journey through inner and outer landscapes split over three days.

Is Trackless for you?

Have you done what they said but there’s still a nagging sense that life could offer more? Perhaps you've already sat on the cushion looking for answers? Maybe you know that you need a reset — some fresh perspective?

Our own experience and an emerging body of research shows that an immersive journey in nature of only a few days can help provide this.

The challenge

The challenge is to get out of your comfort zone. Get into your body, acknowledge your feelings and reflect on what it means to be alive in this time and place.

We will walk long miles in some of the more challenging and remote areas of Yr Eryri (Snowdonia), leaving our phones behind to re-centre ourselves, with the help of silence, immersion in nature, like-minded company and meditative and reflective techniques.

The vigil - Facing our fears with awareness and compassion, perhaps reveling in the majesty of the natural world as dark settles - we will hold vigil alone in a remote location on the second night.

What now?

If you think you’re up to a Trackless expedition, then fill out the application form and pay a deposit of £100 or the full amount. (If you are not awarded a place then we will return whatever you have paid).

The threefold process

Where meditation meets the mountains.
Renunciation
We begin by stepping out of ordinary life. The first full day usually involves a long, demanding meditative walk, often to a major summit, with silence and reflection woven through it.
Quest
On day two we deepen awareness and connect with personal intention. After lunch we fast, hike to a remote spot, and spend the night alone with only a bivvy bag between us and the elements.
Return
After a night alone in the wilderness we gather again, walk back mainly in silence, break the fast, and reflect on how the weekend might be carried back into daily life.

The team

Alongside a rotating support team of cooks and meditation teachers you'll be led by two qualified mountain leaders, Amalavajra, an ordained Buddhist from the West London Buddhist Centre, and Francis Parry Roberts, who lives and works in North Wales.

Amalavajra
Ordained Buddhist from the West London Buddhist Centre.
Francis
Qualified mountain leader living and working in North Wales.

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Small groups. Clear challenge. Real stillness.

For men drawn to meditation, purpose, and the mountains — but wanting an experience with more edge, structure, and depth than a standard retreat.

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Thursday

Land

Gather at base camp from 3pm, pitch our tents, eat a hearty vegan meal, and get to know each other around the fire.

Ritually give up our phones for the next three days.

Friday

Preparing to leave the world

Begin the day with a breath meditation, and an introduction to how to cultivate presence of mind.

After breakfast we head into the beautiful landscapes of Snowdonia with pauses to notice where and how we are.

We return to basecamp for the night, reflecting on our experience around the fire. 

We end the day with storytelling and ritual inspired by the Buddha

​Saturday

Alone with others in the wilderness

This morning a meditation to develop confidence and love. 

After breakfast we prepare to head into the wild for 24 hours. 

We hike to a mountain top, where you bivvy alone for the night, with an optional fast. (Base camp is a bad-weather alternative). 

There’s support nearby if you need it. If you can face your fear you’ll enjoy awe at the vast beauty you’re part of.

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Returning to the world

We re-gather early and hike down from the mountain to base camp.

After breaking our fast in style, we reflect on and share our experience of the expedition. 

Having packed up your tents you are on your way home by midday.

FAQ

Why is it only for men?

Think of it as living like a monk for three days. You can speak openly about your experiences and challenges with other men. You’ll enjoy a rare depth of communication and sense of solidarity.

What does it cost?

To book this expedition we require a booking fee of £100. Further to the booking fee, we ask that you give a donation for your expedition (somewhere between £50-350). You can give when you book, before you arrive or while you are at the site.

What do I need to bring?

You’ll be sent a list of essential kit to bring, including a tent, bivvy bag, rucksack, decent boots and waterproof gear. We have some spare kit to lend if you can't afford to buy it.

What now?

If you think you’re up to a Trackless expedition, then fill out the application form and pay a deposit of £100 or the full amount. (If you are not awarded a place then we will return whatever you have paid).

FAQs

How hard is this?

This event is challenging, physically and mentally — it’s supposed to be. You should be able to walk about 12–15 miles a day carrying a backpack with everything you need. We will make a dynamic assessment of the group and respond accordingly.

What do I need to bring?

A full kit list is supplied on enquiry and much of the gear is available on loan, or we can purchase for you with discounts from local stores.

Why only men?

Think of it as living like a monk for three days. Trackless is inspired by the life and teachings of the Buddha and his immediate disciples. Here we’re creating a clear, contained men’s space for this work.

Why “Trackless”?

‘Trackless’ is an epithet of the Buddha, with a rich range of interpretations and associations including the idea that he leaves no karmic trail, cannot be tracked by evil, and there is no basis for suffering in his actions.

How much does it cost?

We ask a £100 deposit on booking. The rest is on a donation basis, following the Buddhist tradition. A further amount covers basic costs, and a higher donation helps us offer some bursary places.

What now?

If you think you’re up to a Trackless expedition, then fill out the application form and pay a deposit of £100 or the full amount. (If you are not awarded a place then we will return whatever you have paid).

Enquire

Tell us which date you’re interested in and we’ll get back to you with joining details, kit list and travel info.

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