There are so many ways to create a magical memory in the Cairngorms, whether you are looking to pump your adrenaline, explore at leisure or, in stillness, soothe your soul…
For some, the highlight is bungee jumping off a high bridge. For others it’s pootling along on a bike taking in the stunning scenery. For others it’s bathing in a forest glen with no sound but the tweeting of birds and rustling of wildlife. Whatever makes your heart sing, you can find it here.
Voted best on the water facility in Scotland, Loch Insh Outdoor centre is the perfect place for family adventure. Choose to
Enjoy the choice of three hand-picked stunning circular routes, suitable for all the family. The mountain views on all
From our G2 Adventure Hub near Aviemore, we can access a world-class natural playground. From jumping into fresh cool plunge pools
Offering ski and snowboard hire and instruction on our 60m dry ski slope and at all the Scottish resorts.
In a delightful rural location overlooking Loch Alvie in the Cairngorms National Park, the Rowan Tree is a family-run country
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The Cairngorms Business Partnership (CBP) is the Chamber of Commerce for businesses in the Cairngorms National Park, as an affiliate
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We are Scotlands's National Outdoor Training Centre based in the foothills of the Cairngorm mountains. The climbing and mountaineering that
In winter Cairngorm Mountain transforms to Scotlands most popular ski resort including skiing, snowboarding, freestyle and ski touring. The
We’ve taken Zip Lining to the next level! You can now enjoy a winter zip experience like no other
Explore Cairngorm Mountain with a guided walk by one of our experienced guides. Experience an incredible half day walk to
Try our exhilarating activities such as white water tubing and rafting, gorge walking and swimming or take it a bit
At Cairngorms Activities we offer a great range of climbing options to suit novice climbers to the more experienced. Our
As Scotalnd's National Centre, Glenmore Lodge tries as much as possible to lead the way with coaching and resources. Our
Adventure in the Heart of the Cairngorms Looking for an awesome fun packed adventure with G2 Outdoor for your corporate
This is the first purpose built, permanent bungee jump platform from a bridge in Britain. Set in the Pass of
Tiso Aviemore Outdoor Experience – Now Open! Aviemore’s one-stop-shop for Outdoor clothing, footwear, camping, cycling, skiing, watersports & climbing
If you’re a couple looking for a ready-made, full day of adventure in the Cairngorms, it doesn’t get much better
If surfing rapids, waterfalls and whirlpools in a donut tube sounds fun then this activity is for you – but
The most basic, hands-on, ‘face in the water’ style of white water rafting. All you need is your swimsuit
Guided Adventures with a twist! Highland Wildscapes offer unique guided walks and hikes in the Cairngorms National Park. For instance, you
A new local professional community-based events company. A commitment and passion to create, host and develop events in Cairngorm National Park.
Mountain Skies Braemar is a local company which offers guided Dark Sky, stargazing walks in the Braemar and Upper Deeside
Mountain bike guiding and rental at the heart of Royal Deeside. Cyclehighlands is Aberdeenshire largest bike shop and can provide
Bike Hire, Bike Guiding and generally outdoor advice on what is on outdoors around Ballater. Trail info, events,
Wild Braemar creates personal, authentic experiences in the heart of the Cairngorms National park. Explore, discover and connect with nature
Get more from your running with training, guiding and inspiration from Trail Running Scotland. With courses to improve your confidence in
Wildstuff Scotland is a family run business in the Cairngorms National Park. We currently offer self-catering holiday accommodation in
With Active Outdoor Pursuits expereince rock climbing and abseiling. These are amongst our most popular activities providing exciting challenges for
Wandering Workshops is on a mission to make the outdoor and action sports space accessible to more people. We provide
Fun Land based activities for anyone who doesn’t fancy getting wet! Archery lessons for budding Robin Hoods. Introductory lessons in Skiing and
Choose Aviemore Bikes for your cycling Adventure in the Cairngorms. We have a large varied hire fleet that can cater
We are Scotlands's National Outdoor Training Centre based in the foothills of the Cairngorm mountains. There is a strong tradition
Experience Scotlands first gravity fuelled mountain carting. Enjoy an exciting trip in an offroad vehicle to reach the start of
We focus on promoting adventure sports in the Scottish Highlands in an ethical and sustainable manner. This is done
We are a specialist small touring company operating from our base in the Cairngorm Mountain foot hills of Blairfindy, Glenlivet,
Master the craft of landscape photography among the most dramatic and beautiful landscapes the Cairngorms have to offer. Highland Wildscapes is
Aviemore River Tubing. Use our specially designed river tubes to descent one of the great mountain streams of the Cairngorm
Cairngorm Adventure Guides offer guided hillwalking for groups or individuals. We can tailor your visit to suit your experience level
We offer bike hire facilities at our Aviemore-based activity hub, just across the road from TreeZone Aviemore and the Rothiemurchus
Cairngorm Adventure Guides offer 2 and 5 day winter skills courses designed to cover the essential skills needed to stay
Provides high quality community transport and support services: Accessible Transport Service, Registered Door to Door Minibus Routes, Community Car
We offer a range of homemade breakfasts and lunches, cakes, ice creams and fabulous coffee from the Glen Lyon roastery.
Welcome to Cairngorm Alpacas, our family run farm with a twist. Fun experiences for all ages. We are more than just alpacas,
Internationally acclaimed as one of the best places to mountain bike in the world, we are delighted to share with
Intro to Ski Touring courses & guided days. Ski touring is the most satisfying and efficient way of exploring and
If you’re a family looking for a ready-made, full day of adventure in the Cairngorms, it doesn’t get much better
Looking for a fun and exciting adventure outdoor activity in the Highlands which will be a highlight of your holiday
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Set off on your own journey of discovery, with a bike or on foot and with a trail guide or
Created to take you on unforgettable adventures that improve your mental health, allow space for meaningful conversations and give you
Take a trip to the top with your bike on the Chairlift and try out your skills on the 2
For Summer 2019 bike hire is available in Snowbadgers Rentals below the Pine Marten Bar and Glenmore Shop through Glenmore
With Active Outdoor Pursuits you can experience Mountain Biking – one of Scotland's fastest growing sports with purpose built trails
New – XC nordic track Ski rentals now available. You pick up or we bring them to you. We
Highland Yaks provides a transport and logistics service for your outdoor adventures. Transfers, shuttles and logistics for – Canoeing,
Wild Discovery is an award-winning wildlife watching company with sustainability and conservation at its core. Experience remarkable wildlife with experts by
Visit Cairngorm Mountain, one of the top attractions to visit in Aviemore and the surrounding area. There’s something for all
Enjoy a night under the stars in the Cairngorms National Park, with a unique Wild Stargazing experience at Howe of
Over 20 miles (35 km) of purpose-built mountain biking trails wind through Laggan Forest, with superb views of the Monadhliath
Elevate your mountain experiences with expert-led courses and private guiding tailored to your needs. Whether you’re new to mountaineering and
Gravel & Mountain Bike Guiding With over 10 years of experience exploring the Highlands by bike we can help you get
Active Outdoor Pursuits Snowsports School The snowsports programmes for groups and individuals is run at Lecht Ski Centre, Cairngorm Mountain
Active Outdoor Pursuits: Winter Days & Courses The Winter Skills days & courses are designed to teach you the
Adventures Scotland is an experienced travel company that provides guided and self-guided tours as well as outdoor activities all over Scotland. They
Explore Scotland and the Cairngorms in our fully equipped 4×4 expedition vehicle. Our vehicles have all the equipment you need
Cairngorm Adventure Guides offer high quality courses and experiences in the Cairngorm Mountains. We have highly skilled, friendly guides who
Cairngorm Mountain Bike Park is a newly purpose built activity opened in 2023 located a short drive from Aviemore at
This hot tent wild camping and guided hiking adventure brings together the traditional role of the native Highland Pony as
Full estate Tour with the Laird – Experience the essence of Alvie & Dalraddy Estate with the exclusive Estate Tour,
Find Flow is the mountain bike guide offer at Lazy Duck, curating exhilarating days out on guided bike rides followed
We are delighted to be Aviemore’s biggest bike hire shop! Our hire shop is ideally located in the centre of
Enjoy fun-packed, flowing single track and stunning scenery at the purpose built mountain bike trails. Family friendly blue, red and orange
All-inclusive wild-camping experiences allow you to see Scotland like never before. We offer both bespoke guiding services or opportunities to
Purpose built mountain bike centre with café and bike hire at the heart of Glenlivet Estate. A range of
Scotland's largest ski area with varied terrain from the invitingly easy to surprisingly steep! 40km's of pistes over 3 valleys
Aviemore Bikes (known to most as Mikes Bikes Aviemore) was established over 13 years ago, we are a family run
Discover the magnificent trails that the Cairngorm National Park has to offer by electric bike a whole lot quicker. Connecting
Based in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park, Glenmore Lodge is well placed as Scotland's National Outdoor Training Centre.
Bike shop specialising in mountain bikes, adventure touring and e-bikes. Electric Mountain Bike Hire and Cycle Repairs Family run business,
Backcountrybiking also known as Backcountry.scot Backcountry Operates in a number of spaces but the bottom line is. Through inspiration, knowledge sharing
Lecht 2090 is based 2090 feet (645m) above sea level amid the beauty of the Eastern Cairngorms. The Lecht Activity
The Scottish highlands have always had world class mountain biking, set in stunning scenery. Now with the development of numerous
4¬ Guest House in the centre of Aviemore providing great facilities for biking guests. Ravenscraig is a 12 bedroomed guest
Ideally located for the Lecht ski centre, we have a good selection of skis, boards and accessories in a variety
Cairngorm Adventure Guides offer high quality courses and experiences in the mountains. We specialise in walking, mountaineering, ski touring and
Visitors often say that one reason they return often to the Cairngorms National Park is the amount of different things to do that are easily and quickly accessible within the boundaries.
Clearly, one of the biggest pulls is experiences in nature, where you can feed your senses while being active – think wild swimming, high ropes walking, biking, snowsports, climbing, bouldering, gorge walking, kayaking… to name just a very few! You name it, you’ll (probably) be able to experience it.
Depending what time of year you want to visit, the experience you have will be different – not least because the scenery is so strikingly different and unique at different times of year, that it can feel like a completely different place… yet with a sense of familiarity! A perfect combination, we think.
Feeding the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd in winter, for instance, is a totally different experience from this activity on a mid-summer’s, hot day, both magical and memorable in their own right.
Treezone is an aerial adventure course set high in the ancient Pines of Rothiemurchus…
There are so many! There’s bungee jumping in Killiecrankie, a zip line on Alvie Estate and high ropes in Rothiemurchus – and those are just three suggestions for starters. Or, you could hop on a horse, into a canoe on the rapids, onto a quad bike, or go-kart, if that is more your preferred type of adrenaline rush. The best thing to do is browse our listings of local providers for inspiration.
The Cairngorms is the perfect family destination as there are such a wide variety of activities available for family members of all ages. Obviously, with the beauty of the Park, many families flock here to get closer to nature and want to get out hiking, biking or taking part in snow sports. All these activities can be done easily, and accessibly, at different levels so everyone can find an adventure to suit them. There is plenty of inspiration, too, on this website for walks and bike rides for all the family. There are two watersports centre, too, one at Loch Morlich and one at Loch Insh where you can have family lessons, or you could hire an outdoor provider if you wanted to be even more adventurous and take part in activities such as family gorge walking or tubing down the rapids!
As well as high-octane adventure, there is plenty of more chilled out, relaxing experiences to be had in the Park, too. Forest bathing, for instance, when people move slowly through the scenery, taking it all in rather than sprinting towards a summit, is becoming increasingly popular here. For people that want to take a slower, closer look hiring a guide can be the perfect experience. Browse our comprehensive listings for local providers. Or, if it’s an indoor experience you’re after, the Park can offer some fantastic spa packages, too.
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