If the average cycle through the park just isn’t enough to get the blood pumping through your veins, then check out our list of adventure sports in the Aberdeen area and get ready to experience some serious thrills and chills…

Cycling in Aberdeen, Scotland, UK by kellyhogaboom

Cycling

Cycle your way to your own set of “thunder thighs” with an afternoon of mountain biking. If you don’t have your own set of wheels, not to worry – outfits like Cycle Highlands can get you out of the Granite City and onto the trails.

They even offer special guided packages like the “Secret Singletrack” and “Discover Mountain Biking” to help you along whether you’re a beginner or an old pro.

Mountaineering

Lace up for a challenging hike in the Scottish mountains outside Aberdeen. There’s a number of companies in the area – like Alpha Mountaineering for example – that offer guided walks for all ages year round.

Conquer the summit with an afternoon of hillwalking or scale the mountainside on a rock climbing adventure, the Highlands have plenty of high peaks to oblige you.

Snowsports

Think there’s no snow in Scotland? Think again. You can carve it out on the hills year round without ever worrying about the weather at the Aberdeen Snowsports Centre – this snowflex fun park has everything from rails to moguls for skiers and snowboarders to enjoy.

If you’d rather keep it conventional and feel the wind in your hair, a hotel in Aberdeen can serve as the perfect base for some of Scotland’s best hills come wintertime.

Situated in the Cairgorms, Lecht ski centre is less than two hours from the city centre and boasts some 18 runs for those of us who want to get bundled up in the great outdoors.

Zip Wire

Test your fear of heights and penchant for monkeying around at the Go Ape – Crates Castle. Zip, climb and swing through one of Scotland’s most beautiful forests on your tree top adventure – perfect for a family day out.

This treetop obstacle course isn’t for the faint of heart – at its highest point, the course is 8.6 metres off the ground, and has a Zip Wire some 125 metres long.

Kitesports

Remember when you were a kid and you’d head out to the park on a windy day and watch in awe as it glided around the sky? Maybe not. But either way – kitesports takes adventure sports to the next level. From powerkite to kitebuggy, kiteboard and kitesurf , Synergy kitesports offers courses to help you harness Scotland’s wind power and feel the rush.

What are your favourite adventure sports?

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Cornwall coast / Photo by Lukasz Zelezny

1. Cornwall

Cornwall offers opportunities for coasteering, abseiling, motorsport, deep sea diving, surfing, rock climbing, cliff jumping, quad biking, kayaking and zorbing. Power a hovercraft singlehandedly around the Quarry Lake and fly down The UK’s Longest Zip Wire at Cornwall. The pristine waters, abundant marine lives and high cliffs riddled with deep caves make South West and South East Cornwall great adventure destinations.

2. Dartmoor

If you’re interesting in deep pool diving, head to Dartmoor. There are many deep pools at Spitchwick Common, just waiting for the adventurous jumper to plunge in. Swim to the depths and watch the unique flora that’s been growing there for ages.

3. South Downs

South Downs is a veritable paradise for adventure mountain bikers. It takes about three days to bike to the highest point in South Downs; the lung-bursting ascents and giddy descents make it difficult for any but the best bikers. This is a destination for those that really thrive on a challenge.

4. Malvern Hills, Worcestershire

Malvern Hills count among the oldest rocks in Britain. 1,394ft Worcestershire Beacon is just perfect for a challenging uphill hike. If you want to further challenge yourself, join up for the annual Worcestershire Beacon Race, meant for runners who take up a seven-mile course on these steep slopes.

Malvern Hills / Photo by TomGough

5. Shrewsbury

Go on a wilderness adventure in the backwaters of Severn, Britain’s longest river. Grab an open double canoe and paddle along the 75-mile stretch linking Shrewsbury and Worcester. You’ll have to navigate locks, rapids, cross weirs and manage your canoe among the many twists and turns in this huge river.

6. Peak District

Here you’ll find a wide range of rough terrains, steep rocks, craggy cliffs and other challenges for the rock climber and abseiler. There are dark grit stone escarpments peppered with pale limestone outcrops, all begging to be conquered.

7. Longsands Beach, Tynemouth

The North-east part of England is home to some of its best and highest waves. Maelstorms in the Arctic Ocean create huge waves which rumble down the North Sea. Visit Longsands Beach, Tynemouth and join the top surfing talent of the UK and beat the waves.

Longsands Beach, Tynemouth / Photo by Akuppa John Wigham

8. London

There are many thrills for the adventure seeker in London, such as a ripping fast speedboat ride on the Thames, bungee jumping from the bridges on Thames, tandem skydiving and so on. There are many adrenaline tour organizers in London who can provide any kind of thrill you seek.

9. Northamptonshire

Adventure seekers can enjoy a rare opportunity in Northamptonshire, England. It involves beating fast rapids and facing sharp rocks with your lower body inside rubber tubing. This adventure sport is called White Water Tubing and is very popular in the UK. There’s nothing between the water, the rapids, the hard rocks and you, except a hard rubber tube. This sport takes a lot of guts, and great legwork to keep the tube floating over the rapids.

10. Silverstone

Enjoy an amazing driving experience in Silverstone; drive five supercars in one day, ranging from classic supercars to fast cars such as Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Aston Martins and more. You can also enjoy being driven a couple of large laps by a pro instructor on any car you choose. Driving a super race car is a unique experience; for a while, you will feel as though you are a real car racer.

Ferrari / Photo by fklv

11. Shropshire

Shropshire’s beautiful countryside and clear skies offers a fabulous opportunity for tandem paragliding. You’ll be strapped to an instructor as you both glide through varying air currents on a silk parachute. Contact any skydiving tour at Shropshire for a half hour of mind-blowing views of the magnificent countryside from a height of over a hundred meters.

12. Wales

Whether you’re in North Wales or South Wales, there are opportunities galore for the adventure thrill of a lifetime. Some of them are: whitewater rafting and canoeing, surfing and coasteering, cave exploration, gorge scramble and abseil, quad biking, mountain biking and off road biking. Wales has an adventure sport to fit every taste, from winter sports on ice and snow, to land sports and flying experiences as well.

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1 – Great Glen Water Park

Located in the Highlands of Scotland, Great Glen Water Park borders Loch Oich and Loch Lochy, and features a range of different activities. These included being able to enjoy gorge walking, quad biking and paintball, while also taking advantage of the centre’s heated pool and junior activity parks.

Arran, Scotland / Hermés

2 – Gurnard Pines

Found in the coastal Isle of Wight town of Cowes, Gurnard Pines is another excellent family park that allows families to enjoy different activities in a secure environment. Some of the best activities to be found at the park include archery and sailing.

3 – Canoeing and Climbing, Devon

For more general river canoeing and climbing holidays, it is worth looking into trips to Devon. Camping holidays and resort stays along the River Dart are particularly recommended, with many companies offering river and kayaking experiences for different ages and abilities.

4 – Go Ape

With 27 sites around the UK, the Go Ape experience is recommended for families and hen and stag parties in particular. Go Ape features the chance to explore woodland locations through climbing and obstacle courses, as well as a high rise zip wire slide.

5 – Bainland Country Park

Located in Lincolnshire, Bainland Country Park is one of the premier adventure parks in the UK, and also features excellent shops, restaurants and relaxing spa treatments.

Rock climbing in Swanage / Jim Champion

6 – Rock Climbing

Different kinds of rock climbing holidays can be booked around the UK, which are catered to different abilities and height difficulties. Most trips are either short courses, typically spread over a weekend, or as part of longer holidays. Areas like Swanage, Cornwall and the Gower in South Wales come particularly recommended for their rock formations.

7 – Swimming

There are many opportunities around the UK for open swimming and diving. Some of the best locations for more adventurous swimmers include the Isles of Scilly off the coast of Cornwall, as well as special trips along the Thames, and within the Lake District.

8 – Walking and Hiking

Many different companies offer guided walks and hiking around some of the most beautiful locations in the UK. Walks and camping trips around the Brecon Beacons are strong choices for those who want to enjoy higher peaks, while a walking tour of an area like the Cotswolds also creates opportunities for pony trekking and lighter journeys.

9 – Hengar Manor

Deep in the Cornish countryside, the Bodmin resort of Hengar Manor offers spa treatments and an idyllic location for adventuring and relaxing.

10 – Sherwood Castle Forest

Part of a large section of private woodland in the heart of Nottinghamshire, Sherwood Castle Forest has extensive adventure activities, and is also ideal for families wanting to explore nature trails and see wildlife.

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