Alternative Adventure & Outdoor Activities Services.
Alternative Adventure offer a range of quality outdoor courses and activities in the Cairngorms
National Park. We offer summer and winter hillwalking including Cairn Gorm and Ben Macdui, the
Creag Meagaidh range, the Drumochter Munros, Ben Alder Range, Glen Feshie Hill and the West of
Loch Laggan Munros. Practical navigation courses can be arranged, with the option to participate
in the National Navigation Award Scheme. Rock climbing and abseiling days provide a challenge
for all age groups and snowshoeing days are a magical way to explore snowy forest tracks, glens
and hillsides. Alternative Adventure & Outdoor Activities Services also provide a range of
teambuilding and outdoor adventurous activities, canoeing, earth ball, mountain biking, raft
building, orienteering and mountain rescue for groups from 5-85+. For further information, visit
our website or Tel: Stuart Igoe on 01254 704898.
E-mail:
oas@altadv.co.uk
WWW:
www.altadv.co.uk
Celtic Routes offer luxury Land Rover self-drive tours across Scotland, England, Ireland Northern
Ireland and Wales supported by our own self-guiding app. Our signature route explores the wilder side of
the classic North Coast 500 road trip, avoiding the hustle and bustle of the typical over-crowded stretches.
But don't worry, we've kept in the classic sightseeing spots too - from the classic Cape Wrath, to the
infamous Bealach na Ba pass, join us for an iconic self-guided driving tour that's tailored to you from 6
to 12 days. Whether you're a nature lover, thrill seeker or whisky connoisseur, experience Scotland the way
you've always dreamed of from behind the wheel of one of our expedition-prepared Land Rovers. In Northern
Ireland we take The Coastal Causeway Route, in Ireland the Wild Atlantic Way and in Wales the Snowdonia 360
as the focus. Tel: +44 (0) 33 3339 6005.
E-mail:
hello@celticroute.com
WWW:
www.celticroutes.com
Etive Boat Trips, Dunstaffnage Marina, Dunbeg, Oban, PA37 1PX. Etive Explorer is a 10m Blyth Catamaran,
licenced to carry 12 passengers, skippered by Chris Jackson and Relief Skipper Gary MacCuish, both seasoned
professionals with long careers at sea and a love of the West Coast. They offer daily trips up Loch Etive and
around the Firth of Lorn. Departing from Dunstaffnage Marina, just 2 miles north of Oban on the A85, from April
to October with private charters available by arrangement throughout the year. Enjoy the stunning scenery on a
cruise up Loch Etive, through the Falls of Lora, Europe’s only saltwater waterfall, and under the iconic Connel
Bridge, half day or full day options available. In addition, Etive Boat Trips also offer their very popular
Island Trips, circumnavigating Kerrera (the island opposite Oban), Lismore or out to the seal colony at the
Creag Islands. For a shorter maritime adventure why not join them for the trip from the marina up to Oban Harbour
to enjoy the sights of Oban from the sea. Visit Etive Boat Trips website for up to date information on daily
sailings and to book. Tel: Office on 01631 565633. Tel: Skipper's mobile on 07900 253585.
E-mail:
etiveboattrips@btconnect.com
WWW:
etiveboattrips.co.uk
Scotland-Wide
- Bedlam Paintball
The ultimate adrenaline rush is available in Aberdeen, Dundee, Edinburgh and
Glasgow.
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In Your Element Specialists in open canoe hire and guided
trips. Also gorge walking, sea kayaking, mountain biking, climbing and archery.
14 Cabrich, Kirkhill, Inverness, IV5 7PH.
- John Muir Trust Activities and Conservation Programme
Activity trips in Scotland run by the John Muir Trust. Adventurous trips for
adults and families, courses for adults to develop specific interests, outdoor
experiences for young people and conservation work parties.
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Ocean Vertical
An ethical adventure company specialising in paddle boarding, coasteering, surfing, climbing
and mountaineering across the wilds of Scotland.
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Scottish Country Sports Tourism Group A site covering all
country sports in Scotland including angling, shooting and stalking.
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S D
Adventures Offering outdoor activities across the central belt and the
Highlands of Scotland. From Canoeing to Climbing and Archery to Zorbing.
- Serenity Scotland Offering high quality experiences of
Scottish culture, history and folklore, individually designed, cultural walking
tours, plus accommodation booking.
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Wild at Art
Providing inspiring, creative experiences for visitors to Scotland, Wild at Art offers
a wide range of activities and locations to take part in residential art and craft workshops.
Northern Isles:
Shetland & Orkney
Northern Highlands:
Caithness, Sutherland, Ross & Cromarty
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Gairloch Kayak Centre offer sea kayaking day or
half day trips around Gairloch, Loch Ewe and Loch Maree.
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The Torridon Activities Multi activity provider offering
leisure activities, guiding, instruction and courses. Torridon, IV22 2EY.
Western Isles:
Lewis, Harris, The Uists & Barra
Southern Highlands:
Skye, Lochalsh, Inverness, Nairn, Badenoch & Strathspey, Lochaber
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3 Wise Monkeys Climbing An indoor climbing centre in Fort
William. Fassifern Road, Fort William, PH33 6QX,
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Active
Highs offer a great range of outdoor activities and adventure sports
including white water rafting, scenic river rafting trips, canyoning, gorge
walking, canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, rock climbing and abseiling. The
Activity Centre, The Great Glen Water Park, South Laggan, By Spean Bridge, Fort
William, PH344EA.
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Active
Spirit Outdoor Activities for all abilities, especially those wishing to
try something new. Vecta, St Columba Road, Newtonmore, PH20 1EF.
- Badaguish Cairngorm Outdoor Centre Explore and develop new
and exciting skills in the Cairngorms National Park. Badaguish Centre,
Aviemore, PH22 1QU.
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Backpackertours Budget adventure/skiing tours throughout
Scotland for the 18 to 30 age group.
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Caledonian Discovery Cruising and Activity Holidays. The
Slipway, Corpach, Fort William, PH33 7NB.
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Craggan
Outdoors Offering a range of outdoor activities for individuals and groups
in the heart of The Cairngorms.
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Explore Highland We hire canoes and sea kayaks for self
guided paddling adventures plus arrange guided paddling holidays. 18 Mackenzie
Park Gardens, Inverness, IV2 3SU.
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G2 Outdoor
Ltd. Based in the centre of the Cairngorm National Park, G2 can access a
wide range of outdoor activities for the whole family. 3 Burnside Road,
Aviemore, PH22 1SQ.
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Gulabin Lodge Activity Centre Gulabin
Lodge, Spittal of Glenshee, PH10 7QE.
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In Your Element Specialists in open canoe hire and guided
trips. Also gorge walking, sea kayaking, mountain biking, climbing and archery.
14 Cabrich, Kirkhill, Inverness, IV5 7PH.
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Mike
Lates Skye Highs Guiding in the Cuillin and instruction for all
mountaineering pursuits. 3 Luib, Broadford, Isle of Skye, IV49 9AN.
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Open Water Swimming Spots in association with Off Beat Bikes.
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Otter
Adventures Outdoor Activity Provider. Otterburn, Monument Park, Strontian,
PH36 4HZ
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Rothiemurchus Highland Estate Guided walks and tours, clay
pigeon shooting, 4x4 driving, fishing, shopping and much more. By Aviemore,
PH22 1QH. 4 Star Visitor Attraction.
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Snowgoose Mountain Centre Active, safe fun courses and
guiding with friendly, local professionals. The Old Smiddy, Corpach, Fort
William, PH33 7JH.
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Venture Scotland Programmes with an emphasis on personal
and social development, shared experiences, and enjoyment in an outdoor
setting.
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Vertical Descents Offering a choice of adventure
activities for individuals and groups.
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White
Wave - Skye's Outdoor Centre 'a cross between an activity centre, an inn, a
ceilidh place and a family home...' No. 19 Lincro, Kilmuir, Isle of Skye.
Grampian:
Moray, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
- Braemar Highland Experience provides unique road and
off-road tours in the Cairngorms National Park.
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Craggan Outdoors
Grant Road, Grantown-on-Spey, Morayshire, PH26
3LD.
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The
Glenlivet Estate Enjoy excellent walking, cycling, horse riding and skiing
on an extensive network of waymarked trails, or find solitude and a wonderful
sense of peace, quiet and open space here.
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House of
Mulben A large estate set in the heart of Speyside, we specialise in tailor
made outdoor packages and adventure breaks.
Argyll:
Argyll & Bute, Arran
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Achacone Farm Border collie training holidays in the
Highlands on a 2000 acre working sheep and cattle farm. Appin, By Oban.
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Ardroy
Outdoor Education Centre On the shores of Loch Goil within the Loch Lomond
National Park. Providing courses for schools and colleges.
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In Your Element Specialists in open canoe hire and guided
trips. Also gorge walking, sea kayaking, mountain biking, climbing and archery.
14 Cabrich, Kirkhill, Inverness, IV5 7PH.
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Quadmania The ultimate quadbike experience. Offering
organised activity days for individuals and groups. Ardentinny, By Dunoon, PA23
8TP.
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Sea Kayak Mull
Sea kayak trips for half a day, full day or evening in and around Tobermory. A range of
longer adventures, from camping trips, week long tours and weekends with Nick Ray.
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Wild at Art
Providing inspiring, creative experiences for visitors to Scotland, Wild at Art offers
a wide range of activities and locations to take part in arts & crafts tours and retreats.
North Campbell Road, Innellan PA23 7SB.
Tayside:
Perth & Kinross, Dundee, Angus
Fife
Central:
Stirling, Clackmannanshire, Falkirk
- Callander K9 Secure Adventure Dog Playground and purpose built training
area set within 4 acres with exceptional views of Ben Ledi. Available to book both in groups
or exclusively to keep your dogs safe whilst you explore this beautiful area.
- Gartmore House Create and explore with our activity craft
breaks. Gartmore, FK8 3RS.
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Xtreme
Karting Indoor Karting centre for adults and children aged 10-15 years old.
Unit J, Lochlands Business Park, Larbert, Falkirk, FK5 3NS.
Clyde:
Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Clydeside, Dunbartonshire
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In Your Element Specialists in open canoe hire and guided
trips. Also gorge walking, sea kayaking, mountain biking, climbing and archery.
14 Cabrich, Kirkhill, Inverness, IV5 7PH.
Lothian:
Edinburgh, The Lothians
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Ocean Vertical
An ethical adventure company specialising in paddle boarding, coasteering, surfing, climbing
and mountaineering across the wilds of Scotland.
Borders:
Scottish Borders, English Borders
South-West:
Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway
