Things to do
in the Highlands
Discover outdoor activity providers, adventure companies and places worth visiting across the Scottish Highlands.
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We’ve brought together outdoor businesses and activity providers from across the Highlands, so you can spend less time searching and more time exploring.
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Not sure where to start? Here are a few experiences we’d put near the top of your list.
Get out on the trails
Mountain biking, climbing, walking and adventures amongst the Highland mountains.
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Into the wild
Wildlife, nature and slower experiences in some of Scotland’s most spectacular landscapes.
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Get on the water
Kayaking, rafting, canoeing and watersports on Highland rivers and lochs.
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Adventure
Canyoning · Rafting · Gorge walking · MoreG2 Outdoor
RecommendedOutdoor adventure specialists offering canyoning, white-water rafting, river tubing, gorge walking, mountain biking and other Highland adventures.
Active Highs
RecommendedOutdoor adventure specialists offering white-water rafting, scenic rafting, gorge walking, canyoning, canoeing, kayaking and equipment hire around the Great Glen.
Vertical Descents
RecommendedAdventure specialists offering canyoning, Scotland’s Via Ferrata, funyakking and guided Ben Nevis experiences.
Active Outdoor Pursuits
Long-established outdoor adventure provider offering activity days, guided trips, expeditions and courses covering watersports, mountain sports and winter activities.
On the water
Kayaking · Canoeing · SUP · SailingLoch Insh Outdoor Centre
RecommendedA huge range of activities on and around Loch Insh, including kayaking, canoeing, SUP, sailing, windsurfing, wing foiling, bike hire, archery and winter activities.
In Your Element
Highland outdoor activity company offering canoeing, kayaking, gorge scrambling, hill and mountain walking, SUP, off-road cycling and other outdoor experiences.
Explore Highland
Paddlesports specialists offering canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding experiences, courses, guided adventures and trips throughout the Highlands.
Rockhopper Sea Kayaking
Sea kayaking experiences around the west coast and Lochaber, combining paddling, wildlife watching and spectacular Highland coastal scenery.
Trails & mountains
Walking · Cycling · Mountain adventuresCairngorm Mountain
A major Highland mountain destination offering mountain biking, guided walks, adventure play, mountain carting, tubing and winter snowsports.
Wildlife & nature
Wildlife · Conservation · NatureHighland Wildlife Park
A wildlife attraction operated by the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland, with animals, conservation work, events and guided reserve tours.
Family friendly
Activities for families and mixed groupsLoch Insh Outdoor Centre
RecommendedOne of the Highlands’ broadest activity centres, with watersports, bikes, outdoor games and seasonal activities suitable for a wide range of ages.
G2 Outdoor
A wide selection of outdoor experiences makes G2 a strong option for groups looking to combine different Highland activities.
Winter
Skiing · Snowboarding · Winter skillsCairngorm Mountain
One of Scotland’s best-known mountain destinations for winter snowsports, with skiing and snowboarding when conditions allow.
Active Outdoor Pursuits
Mountain and winter activity specialists offering outdoor training, guided experiences and adventure activities in the Cairngorms.
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