Stag and Hen Do’s

Way more than a pub crawl.

Most stag and hen dos follow the same script. A city break, matching t-shirts and a hangover that lasts a week. It’s fun enough, but are you craving a real adventure instead?

We’ll throw you off cliffs (safely), get you soaked in a gorge, and still get you to the bar for the evening. In the UK hills or somewhere hot and far away. Adventure by day, carnage by night.

Stay in the UK, or head abroad

In the UK. We explore England, Wales and Scotland, primarily in the Lake District and Peak District. Mountains, waterfalls, cosy pubs and a lodge all to yourselves, without the faff of a flight.

Abroad. From action packed days canyoning and coasteering in Madeira, to a push yourself expedition up Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa, we sort it alongside our international partner.

Somewhere else on the list? Tell us and we’ll see what we can do.

What your trip could look like

Two nights or a full week, it’s your call. Every trip is built from scratch around your group.

By day. Ghyll scrambling up a waterfall, coasteering off the rocks, via ferrata across a cliff face, quad biking through the mud, abseiling, kayaking, axe throwing. Got something else in mind? Name it and we’ll do our best to sort it.

By night. A crawl round the best local bars, a proper feed, and a place all to yourselves to carry on the party.

The morning after. A big breakfast and a gentle wander to blow the cobwebs away.

Who it’s for

  • The stag who’d rather jump off a cliff than sit in another bar in Magaluf
  • The hen who wants to be soaked in a waterfall, not sipping prosecco in a spa
  • Groups who want a wild trip they’ll actually remember
  • Joint stag and hen trips
  • Anyone who’s done the city break and wants something nobody else will have done

Make it yours

  • Any activity you can think of. Tell us what you’re after and we’ll do our best to find it, book it and build the trip around it
  • Nights out sorted. Bar crawls, tables booked, exclusive areas reserved, all arranged before you arrive
  • A surprise for the stag or hen. Tell us the plan and we’ll make it happen
  • The whole trip on film. One of our team comes along, captures every moment, and sends you a short edit to watch back for years

We sort everything

Where you’re staying, what you’re doing, what you’re eating and where you’re drinking. All booked and planned before you get there. You get one point of contact from start to finish, and one price per person so it’s easy to split.

The organiser’s only job is getting everyone to turn up.

How we run things

We’re a member of Protected Trust Services, membership number 6542, so your money is financially protected. Every trip is planned and risk assessed in advance, and activities are run by licensed providers we check before every booking. There’s more detail on our How we run our trips page.

What it costs

Every trip is different. Tell us what you’re after and we’ll come back with a tailored quote.

What happens next

  1. Tell us your rough dates, how many of you there are, UK or abroad, and what kind of trip you’re dreaming of
  2. We’ll be in touch within two working days to talk it through
  3. We send you a tailored plan and a price per person
  4. Pay the deposit to lock it in, and leave the rest to us

No deposit to get a quote, and we won’t chase you if it isn’t the right time.

Let’s plan it

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Amazing! I’ve been on a walk before with HELVETII but not a weekend away, I’ve tried to book onto one before but could never make them. I’m so glad I was able to make this one as I had an amazing time! It was fantastic, I had such a laugh and it was just what I needed! Wonderful location, great walks and the added bonus of Gyll scrambling which was actually insane! Everyone was lovely and people shouldn’t be afraid to book onto this solo as you meet likeminded friendly people. Thank you for the amazing food Adam! Proper top notch! Thank you James for organising and being a great host!
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This is your sign to book a trip with HELVETII Hikes! I joined a 3 day trip to the Lake District with HELVETII Hikes in September 2026 'Peaks Pizzas and Pods'. My only regret is not booking a trip with them sooner! I have been on a lot of group travel adventures where you arrive solo, and I can honestly say this has been one of the best experiences of a group travel adventure so far. If you are someone who loves being outdoors in nature and taking part in hiking or physical activities, these trips are absolutely ideal. The hikes we did were classed as requiring a moderate level of fitness, but some others on our trip found it more challenging and the group were very considerate for those who needed a breather. We took part in ghyll scrambling which was definitely a bonding experience when you're all flying down waterfalls in wetsuits (a bit like the rapids at Center Parcs, only in nature). I consider myself quite extroverted and I love to go and meet new people from different walks of life - so I was in my element on this trip. No matter your background, everyone is together because of a shared interest, and I've come away with some new and wonderful friendships. You don't have to be extroverted - the style of the trip is set up so there are games and activities together, but there is no pressure to get stuck in, you can simply be with everyone and observe if that is your preference! The group sizes are big enough that you have a variety of people, but not so big that you end up feeling overwhelmed. The food provided on the trip is a bonus - most group travel companies offer limited food and it was great that our particular trip included all meals - it meant that budgeting for the trip was a lot easier! The accommodation for the different trips vary, but the pods we had were comfortable enough, and the communal area was spacious enough for us to socialise together and play games. We stayed at a ranch, but our area felt very private and rural which was wonderful - waking up to watch the horses free-roam with the sunrise was just beautiful. Thank you so much to James and Adam for being such fun hosts this weekend - the attention to detail you put in to this trip really showed, and it is obvious you guys love what you do. I'll be back very soon!
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The best adventure with the best people! I went to the Peaks, Pizzas, and Pods trip in the Lake District and had the BEST. TIME. EVER!!!! I was so nervous to go as meeting up with a bunch of strangers far away from home WAS so far out of my comfort zone, but everyone is made to feel so welcome. The whole trip was so well organised and even though we couldn’t do the kayaking due to the weather, the back-up ghyll scrambling turned out to be such a fun activity which brought us all lots closer together. Both hikes were so much fun and everyone made sure no one was left behind. Overall, this trip was AMAZINGGG and I cannot wait to book onto another adventure with Helvetti. Also BIG complements to Chef Adam who cooked up delicious scran all weekend!!🍕🥚🥓
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Brilliantly organised trip that exceeded expectations 🌞 I can’t rate HELVETII highly enough - the weekend in the Yorkshire Dales was so much fun, extremely well organised, and I’ve left with what I hope will be friends for life! The accommodation was good, and Adam’s cooking was excellent. James, Adam, and Willem worked so hard to make the trip as amazing as it was, can’t wait for my next one!
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Unforgettable Just got back from my first trip with Helvetii and it was a big 3 nighter in the Yorkshire Dales. I knew I was probably going to like this, but it genuinely surprised me how much I enjoyed every second of the experience. The place we went to was beautiful, but the people are what make this truly special. The hosts are beyond amazing, making you feel right at home from the get go and always making sure everyone is included and having a great time (Oh and the food is amazing!). The people that booked on the same trip as me were some of the loveliest people I’ve met in ages The hikes on my trip were advertised as being moderately difficult and I’d say this was very accurate. We took our time, taking plenty of breaks to rest and take the views all in. So, If you want to get out there hiking and meet like minded people, this is the place to do it. You won’t regret it
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Connor R
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An amazing experience you have to try at least once. Spent this weekend doing an organised camping trip with Helvetti Hikes, one of the best experiences ever. I’ve done a day hike with them before but this was my first camping trip with them. Went there solo, came back with friends and memories that I’ll forever be grateful for and well worth the price you pay every time. I’ll definitely be going on more of their events and adventures in the future.
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Josh
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Awesome trip! Fantastic experience. Great way to meet new people and enjoy the outdoors. The hosts/hike leaders are super friendly and make everyone feel welcome!
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Amazing group day out I’ve been on 4 Helvetti trips now. They have all been absolutely fantastic! I’ve gone from an introvert who can’t walk to the shop to a social butterfly who can’t wait to get out on a hike. The day trips are a great day out for anyone of any ability. The group sizes are small enough to get to know everyone and large enough that there’s plenty of different characters. The organisers are amazing and it’s a brilliant cheap day out to meet new people and try new things. I’ve also done a weekend camping trip with them and the price was very good with all the activities included. Thank you helvetii for everything you do and please continue doing so. Highly recommended 10/10 weekend always
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Lovely Great day out hiking in the peak district!! James and Adam were great making sure everyone feels welcome and even making some treats for us!! Highly recommend!!!
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Company and snacks. James was an excellent host for the day and we had a really friendly group. Adam made some delicious snacks for everyone too. I would recommend this to anyone that enjoys hiking but needs good company, I will definitely be booking again.