Scotland · HIGHLAND CANYONING TRIPS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 13 highland canyoning trips worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Canyoning at Bruar Falls in Scotland. A small-group adventure with big jumps, slides, abseils, and gear plus photos included.
“I’ve got it as a birthday gift and was so scared at the beginning but my instructors calm me down and suport with very professional help at all the time”
Canyoning from Edinburgh with cliff jumps, waterfall abseils, and natural waterslides, gear and instruction included, about 7 hours.
“Our guides were very amazing and professional. You felt safe the whole time and had a blast doing it.”
Canyoning in Dollar Canyon from Edinburgh, with jumps, waterslides, and abseils. Pickup, gear, and expert guiding for beginners and pros.
“A must do!! Our guide Stu was amazing! So much knowledge and made every step of the way a fabulous experience!!”
Canyoning the Falls of Bruar with Nae Limits Adventure. Private transport, full wetsuit and PPE, and a guide-led route of jumps, slides, and abseils.
“The Upper Bruar Canyoning tour was absolutely amazing- stunning views, thrilling jumps, great company, and awesome staff. Abseiling down the waterfall was a highlight for me and I finally faced my fear of jumping. I’ve been hyping myself up to do this for 3 years and it definitely didn’t disappoint. Jack was an excellent guide and gave us some truly wonderful memories and exciting experiences- his enthusiasm showed through everything he said and did while making us feel extremely safe and comfortable to try everything. The tour was very well organised and great value for money. I was lucky to be with a group of lovely people from lots of…”
Guided Keltneyburn canyoning from Aberfeldy with wet suits and safety gear included, plus swimming, climbs, and cliff jumps.
“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 !!”
Half-day canyoning in Murrays Canyon, with wetsuits, UKCA guides, photos, and abseils, jumps, slides, and ziplines.
“This experience was so much fun! We've never abseiled before, and Mike was very good at teaching the proper ways to do everything. The guides were very friendly and safe. We will be looking to do another adventure with this company next time we're in Scotland!”
Canyoning in Laggan Canyon near Roybridge. Small-group Scottish Highlands adventure with gear provided, expert guides, and hot drinks after.
“We had an amazing time thanks to Bonnie and Jen. They made us feel comfortable very quickly and we felt very safe all along whilst the river was indeed... wild ;) We would do it again, any time. Cheers”
Dollar Glen canyoning near Edinburgh with warm gear, expert instruction, jumps to 5 meters, and a 25+ meter two-tier waterfall in about 5 hours.
“A truly amazing day in the heart of Scotland abseiling, jumping and sliding down the canyon. Dollar canyon was absolutely stunning, Ben was outstanding he gaged the group perfectly, not to much hand holding. He was super good with his instructions which made you feel very safe. The day was a mixture of laughter, adrenaline, learning and most of all loads of fun.”
Canyoning at Murray’s Canyon near Newton Stewart. A 5-hour guided adventure with abseils, slides, waterfalls, wetsuit gear, and photos.
“Awesome day out. Spectacular falls. Chris and Jo we awesome guides and made the whole thing a lot of fun. It was a full canyon due to rain so was excellent time to go. Will defo be back”
Canyoning in Dumfries and Galloway: abseils, jumps, slides, and swims in Murrays Canyon with expert guides. 3.5 hours, $87.
“Well out of our comfort zones! Mike was great, so reassuring and confident in his work. Zero pressure with jumps and abseils. Helpful comms beforehand as well. Exhilarating experience, highly recommend. Despite the drizzly and sometimes rainy weather, kept warm in provided wetsuits and gear. Weather didn't spoil our fun :)”
Family gorge walking in Scotland’s Bruar Gorge near Pitlochry. Gear included, jumps into plunge pools, and photos to keep.
“What a great day! We loved it - beautiful river, fun scrambling and lots of jumps. The kit was first rate and made a real difference - very comfortable and warm. Big thanks to Rory for looking after us so well. We'll definitely be back for more!”
Canyoning in King Robert’s Canyon near Loch Trool: waterfall jumps, natural slides, scrambling, and abseiling, with full wetsuit gear included.
“I booked this canyoning experience as a Christmas gift for my son (17), hoping he would enjoy the challenge and introduce him to the great outdoors. It turned out to be one of the best adventures we've shared.”
Guided Steall Falls and Nevis Gorge hike from Fort William, with forest waterfalls, Glen Nevis views, and a rope bridge.
“Hiking accessible to beginners, it climbs but in good weather it is very pleasant”
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