Canyoning in the UK: the 15 Best Tours

1.Coasteering Experience in Newquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 465 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $76Our pick

From the Newquay Activity Centre on Fore Street, you’ll head toward Towan Beach for a guided route through a secret sea cave and deep-water gully. Learn wild swimming, technical traversing, and safe cliff jumping with instructors including Sean and Oleks. Equipment hire is included, and the group can reach 16 people.

“I booked it for my son 17. It was a great experience for him he really enjoyed it and wants to do it again the staff was very friendly and professional. They were very careful about the safety. I would definitely recommend”

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2.Discover Canyoning at Bruar Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 409 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $97

Meet at the House of Bruar near Pitlochry for a three-hour canyoning session through waterfalls, pine woods, jumps, slides, flumes, and abseils. The Canyoning Company supplies wetsuits, shoes, safety gear, and instruction in English. Small groups, guides such as George, Rory, and Amelia, and a viewing path make this a strong choice for first-timers and families.

“Amelia was super dope! She was personable, kind, encouraging, and honestly her excitement to teach how to properly do canyoning is what helped me get through my hesitation to make the jumps because I was a little nervous lol. I’d encourage anyone thinking about doing this to hit the reserve button asap no rocky. This team is professional, compassionate to situations (I was late because the train got cancelled), and kind in general. DO THIS ADVENTURE!”

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3.Newquay Coasteering x Cornish Wave | Original Since 2012

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 342 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $76

Join Cornish Wave in Newquay for a two-hour coasteering session along Cornwall’s rocky shore. Your guide leads you through swims, easy climbs, whirlpools, caves, and optional deep-water jumps. Equipment is supplied, and guides such as Matt and Tom bring a calm, friendly approach to mixed-ability groups.

“Instructors were very friendly and experienced. Baldish man and french guy on 30th September. They made sure the group had a good time the whole time. Felt very safe throughout the experience and would definitely recommend.”

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4.Ghyll Scrambling Water Adventure in the Lake District

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 283 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $97

You’ll spend about three hours scrambling down Stonycroft Ghyll near Keswick, using provided wetsuits, helmets, and safety gear. Guides such as Andy, Woody, Adam, and J make the route friendly and controlled, with slides, jumps, rock climbs, and waterfall pools. You’ll walk about 10 minutes to the starting point, then return to the meeting place afterward.

“Such a wonderful way to spend a hot, sunny morning. The water was so refreshing. All equipment provided and John was a great guide… clear and straight and good with all ages, including mine. I’m not so good with heights, but managed all of it without too much screaming 😬 and was secretly a bit proud of myself as we wandered back down the hill at the end. Think I might go again ….”

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5.Half-Day Coasteering in Newquay Cornwall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 239 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76

Meet near Fistral Beach for a three-hour coasteering session with qualified lifeguards such as Nick, Tony, Paul, or Noah. After gearing up, you walk to the coast, then swim, climb cliff ledges, and make jumps suited to your confidence. You need to swim 50 metres, and photos and videos are included.

“Today was an Amazing day held by leader Nick, a great one at that ! Having a small group meant that we could get through the course fairly quick, leaving more time for the big jumps at the end which was great. Nick was informative, assuring, and had a sense of humour which helped divert some of the groups nerves into excitement. A definite revisit for the future !!”

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6.Coasteering

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 191 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Spend about 2.5 hours coasteering along Devon’s North Coast with guides such as Zac, Jess, Andy, Alex, or Matt. You’ll swim through gullies, scramble over rocks, explore caves, and choose from jumps suited to your confidence. The private format allows a bespoke route, with wetsuit, helmet, footwear, and buoyancy aid included.

“Whilst on a short trip to Devon, I decided to give coasteering a go with my 13 year old son. It was the first time for both of us. We were met by Zac who was a really cool guy, very knowledgeable and patient. Within a short time we were briefed, kitted out and on the beach, heading into choppy waters for what would turn out to be an awesome experience. We scrambled across the rocks until we reached ledges from which we jumped back into the sea. All in all it was a great activity, and a massive confidence booster to my son. Very professional and I would highly…”

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7.Coasteering Geopark Adventure In Torquay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 150 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $62Best value

Meet Ziggy at The Thatched Tavern in Maidencombe for a guided coasteering trip into Torquay’s UNESCO Geopark. You’ll wear a wetsuit, helmet, buoyancy aid and gloves, then boulder, climb and jump beside sea caves, ledges and ancient forest. The route suits families, groups and solo adventurers with moderate fitness.

“Cracking winter coasteering trip with Ziggy! He booked us in as a two-person trip pretty last minute; very can-do attitude. The whole experience was perfect, starting in a lovely village and going on foot from there. Wetsuits were more than a match for winter seas! We wanted big jumps and got them, but zero pressure from Ziggy, who just gave us the confidence to jump in knowing he's checked everything out already. I'd happily go back with my kids one day!”

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8.Canyoning in Snowdonia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $97

Join Bearded Men Adventures for a three-hour canyoning session near Blaenau Ffestiniog. Your guide leads you through a North Wales gorge with waterfall abseils, slides, jumps, and a climb back out. Wetsuits and safety gear are included, and guides such as Mike, John, Ben, Hugh, Toni, Sol, and Alex are praised for calm, clear instruction.

“Incredible experience, haven’t stopped thinking about it since! John and Ben were fantastic instructors, calm, knowledgeable and experienced. Made us feel safe, encouraged us and were all round top blokes. Would go again in a heartbeat.”

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9.Canyoning Day Trip from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $216

Join Intrepidus Outdoors for a seven-hour canyoning trip from Edinburgh, with pickup and return transport included. You’ll learn the basics, then tackle cliff jumps, natural waterslides, and waterfall abseils with the required equipment provided. No guide names are supplied, but instruction and safety support are part of the day.

“Our guides were very amazing and professional. You felt safe the whole time and had a blast doing it.”

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10.Dollar Falls Canyoning Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $215

Meet at Edinburgh Waverley and ride to Dollar Canyon, about 45 minutes away. Intrepidus Outdoors provides the technical gear, safety briefing, and guides such as Stu, Ross, and Alex. Expect a demanding day of jumps, waterslides, and abseils for roughly $215.07 per person.

“A must do!! Our guide Stu was amazing! So much knowledge and made every step of the way a fabulous experience!!”

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11.2-Hour Coasteering Adventure Near Bude

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $76

Meet Robin and the Freewave Surf Academy team at Bossiney Campsite near Tintagel for a two-hour Cornish coasteering session. You’ll wear a wetsuit, buoyancy aid, and helmet, then swim, scramble over rocks, and jump into the sea. Bring wet-safe shoes and shorts.

“2 hours of sea swimming, climbing and jumping from the rocks. Loved every minute. Was given the confidence to push myself beyond what I thought I was capable of.”

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12.Falls of Bruar Canyoning

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Spend about three hours scrambling, swimming, sliding, jumping, and abseiling through the Falls of Bruar near Pitlochry. Nae Limits guides such as Cam, Jack, and Dale lead the route, provide wetsuits and safety gear, and offer easier options when needed. Bring swimwear, a towel, and trainers you do not mind getting wet.

“Had an amazing time on the High Bruar canyoning experience. A few jumps, an abseil, and navigating along the canyons. Thanks to the great team at Nae Limits for a wonderful afternoon”

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13.Gorge Walking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $89

At Ashgill Force near Alston, you’ll spend about three and a half hours moving through a natural gorge with guides such as Mark, Kerry, Chris and Craig. Expect at least 10 challenges, including rock slides, waterfall climbs, jumps into deep pools and river caves. Wetsuit gear and waterproof photos are included.

“We went Gorge Walking on the hottest day of the year. It was so much fun. Our guide was really knowledgeable and explained everything really clearly. The whole experience was really well organised. Some of the jumps are not for the faint hearted. I would definitely recommend!”

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14.Coasteering Day Trips from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $215

Meet at Edinburgh Waverley and travel to the coast for a guided day of cliff jumps, sea swimming, rock scrambling, and cave exploration. Guides including Ross, Mikey, Alex, Ash, Peter, and Huw lead groups at different ability levels. Pickup and return transport are offered, with routes shaped by weather and sea conditions.

“My wife and I had an amazing time coasteering with Peter! He was a fantastic guide. This was our first time and we had a ton of fun! We did many cliff jumps of varying heights, swam, and trekked along the beautiful coastline. Gorgeous location. We would 100% recommend!”

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15.Canyoning Half-Day Trip at Keltneyburn from Aberfeldy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

Meet Splash White Water Rafting in Aberfeldy for a 2.5-hour canyoning session at Keltneyburn. Your professional guide leads you through swimming, climbing and cliff jumping in a wetsuit and full safety gear. You must be at least 12, able to swim, and ready for a moderate physical workout.

“What an amazing experience ! The staff was so friendly and reassuring. It was my first time canyoning and I can t wait to do it again !!”

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