Highlander Ben Nevis Women's 65L Rucksack Grey

Why Choose the Highlander Ben Nevis Womens 65L Rucksack?

The Highlander Ben Nevis Womens 65L Rucksack is a high-capacity, award-winning women’s 65 litre hiking rucksack designed for extended trekking, expedition use and serious multi-day adventures where stability, ventilation and load comfort are essential.

Ranked joint 1st in Trail Magazine® “Test of the Best” and recognised for exceptional value and features, this larger volume Ben Nevis model is ideal for Duke of Edinburgh Gold expeditions, wild camping, long-distance routes such as the West Highland Way, and multi-day mountain trekking across the UK. The 65L capacity offers generous space for sleeping kit, cooking equipment and extra layers, making it a strong choice for longer self-supported trips.

Specifically shaped for women, this women’s trekking backpack UK is designed to better suit female torso length and body contours. The advanced Airflow height adjustable back system improves ventilation and allows you to tailor the fit for optimal load transfer. Combined with dual webbing strap load stabilisation on the shoulder straps and hip belt, plus fully adjustable shoulder straps and hip belt, it delivers confident stability over demanding terrain.

Access is practical and efficient with both an easy access zip to the main compartment and an easy access drawcord system. Organised storage includes large stretch elastic front and side pockets, two zipped hip belt pockets and a secure lid zipped pocket, keeping essentials within easy reach on the move.

Constructed from durable 200D Nylon with PU coating and fitted with premium Duraflex buckles, this expedition-ready women’s backpack is built to handle unpredictable UK weather. A FREE raincover is included as standard, offering reliable protection when conditions turn wet.

Is the Highlander Ben Nevis Womens 65L suitable for expedition use?

Yes. The 65 litre capacity makes it ideal for extended trekking, Duke of Edinburgh Gold expeditions and self-supported multi-day adventures, with space for sleeping kit, food and extra layers.

How is the women’s Ben Nevis different from a standard fit pack?

It is specifically shaped for women, designed to better suit female torso length and body contours, improving fit and comfort during long hikes.

Does this 65L rucksack include a raincover?

Yes. A FREE raincover is included as standard to help protect your gear in wet and unpredictable weather.

Is the back system adjustable?

Yes. The Airflow height adjustable back system allows you to tailor the fit to your torso length for improved ventilation and load support.

Can I attach walking poles or an ice axe to this pack?

Yes. The rucksack includes attachment points for walking poles and an ice axe, plus a pole-park system for convenient temporary stowage.