The refuges are located at an altitude of 1900 - 2400 metres, and the highest point reached on the itinerary is Contraig Pass (2475m). Five to seven days are required to complete this route.

Not to be missed: numerous natural lakes along the way.

Fact file:

Route length: 55Km
Cumulative elevation gain: 9200m
Route type: circular
Best time of year for this route: summer months