Aviemore and the Cairngorms National Park have so many outdoor activities to choose from.
It is a mecca for outdoors people with all sorts of sporting activities on offer, on the mountain, down in the valley, on the golf course or on your bike, there is something for everyone, whatever your age or ability level, just choose what suits you from below and remember, Your natural adventure starts right here, enjoy.
Silverglades and Full On Adventure have teamed up to offer you a range of activity packages with your accommodation at a discounted price. Why not get active on your next stay at Silverglades and try something new, it’s great fun for all ages.
Outdoor Activities
Full on Adventure On all our training courses, adventure activities and tours you’ll receive excellent tuition, coaching and guiding from our experienced and qualified team. We provide inspirational coaching for people looking to develop their own adventure sports skills and for those looking to develop leadership skills we run coaching and qualification courses
Come for a Full On Adventure with us around Scotland, the UK and beyond Whether it’s rafting, canyoning, mountain biking, climbing, scrambling, coaching or guiding our aim is to help you achieve your outdoor objectives where ever your aspirations takes you.
www.fullonadventure.co.uk Tel: John 07885 835838 (10-12% discount for Silverglades guests)
G2 ‘Outdoor Activities’ are located and operate out of Aviemore – Provide canoeing, kayaking, mini rafting, climbing, walking treks, ski and snowboard instruction and winter skills training in the Scottish Highlands. All instructors are highly qualified and recognised outdoor providers. Individuals, groups and families welcome. All
equipment provided. Call them now and make an enquiry.
www.g2outdoor.co.uk Nick: 0794 628 5612 Mike: 0775 227 6467 (10% discount for Siverglades guests)
Active Outdoor Pursuits Welcome to Active, we are committed to providing the best outdoor experiences and activities available in Scotland. We have courses to suit everyone from canoeing to climbing! Young and old, novice or experienced. Our courses suit individuals, families, and large groups. activities include White water rafting, canoe journeys and expeditions, Canyoning and Gorge scrambling, Kayking, Hill walking, Rock Climbimg and ski Mountineering.visit our website for details of our other courses.
www.activeoutdoorpursuits.com (10% discount for Silverglades guests) Please note you must call them direct to book and get the discount.
Mikes Bikes (Aviemore Bikes). A family friendly bike shop in Aviemore. Whether its bike hire, service repair or accessories we aim to have everything you need to enjoy your cycling holiday.
www.aviemorebikes.co.uk Tel: 01479 810478 (5% discount for Silverglades guests)
Rothiemurchus Estate Rothiemurchus Estate is an exciting and inspirational place for recreation, relaxation and just having fun at the Rothiemurchus Fishery, Quad biking, Safari and nature trails, Visitor centre, restaurant and shop/deli selling the best in local produce and an abundance of wildlife throughout the estate with many walks on offer and lots more for all the family!
www.rothiemurchus.net Opening times Summer 09.00 – 21.00 Winter 09.00 – 16.30
Boots N Paddles are a mobile outdoor adventure activity company offering fun days out to groups for archery, canoeing, mountain biking, hill walking, climbing, abseiling, gorge walking and WoW Balls, to name just a few things. With the reassurance that you’ll be in good hands with our experienced instructors, they’ll make sure you remember your Boots N Paddles’ experience for all the right reasons. We also offer an extensive canoe hire service for individuals and groups, with a flexible shuttle service and comprehensive outfitting service.Find out more atwww.boots-n-paddles.co.uk
TreeZone is the ultimate Aerial Adventure Course … Zip wires, balance beams, hanging platforms, tight-ropes, scramble nets, white knuckle bridges and gap jumps are set in the ancient Caledonian Pines of the Cairngorm Mountains. TreeZone is an unforgettable high ropes activity for adventurers at least 7 years old and 1.1m tall. Ideal for adults and kids, groups, families and corporate events. Find out more at www.treezone.co.uk
Craggan Outdoors. Recognised as ‘Best Visitor Attraction’ in the Highlands & Islands Tourism Awards 2012, Craggan Outdoors activity centre is located beside the A95 from Aviemore, just south of Grantown-on-Spey, 15 minutes from Silverglades. Craggan Outdoors offers easy access to one of the widest ranges of outdoor activities available anywhere in the Highlands. Options include archery, art & creativity, clay pigeon shooting, climbing (indoor wall and outside rock crags), golf, gorge walking, high ropes, kayaking, massage, mini-quads, mountain biking, paintball, pony trekking, raft building, River Spey canoe trips, team problem-solving, white water rafting, yoga and a zip wire
Newtonmore Stables offers superb riding through miles of beautiful countryside in the Cairngorm National Park. Situated twenty minutes south of Aviemore, they cater for novice and experienced riders with pony trekking and hacking on well-schooled horses and ponies. The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and qualified and look forward to welcoming you to the stables.
Advanced booking required, Dress code: Sensible footwear with small heels. Equipment provided.
Skiing and Snowboarding
Cairngorm Mountain is the UK’s most popular ski area, home to Scotland’s only funicular railway which takes passengers up to the country’s highest restaurant, shop, mountain exhibition and viewing terrace. With a reputation for its beauty, CairnGorm Mountain and being one of the most family friendly resort. Book your ski pass for Cairngorm Mountain here.
Free Ski has worked hard to gain a reputation as Scotland’s premier snow sports school. The only BASI Accredited Ski School on Cairngorm Mountain. Still a family-run business, we specialise in ski and snowboard lessons for beginners, up to experienced skiers and boarders. Whether you are looking for your first experience on snow, to gain more confidence and independence, or refine your technique, our team of expert instructors will be perfect for you. Ski hire and lessons can be booked together
Aviemore School of Snowsports. Whatever your snowsports requirements in the Cairngorms, Aviemore School of Snowsports are here to help.Ski hire and lessons can be booked together.
The Lecht 2090 is the smallest of the 5 ski centres in Scotland but it still packs plenty of punch.The Lecht Activity Centre is situated between Tomintoul and Strathdon. The Lecht has its own excellent ski school offering private or group instruction
Ski & Snowboard Hire
Tiso Aviemore. We can then provide availability, costs, product & route advice, and get your booking confirmed.We have a great range of equipment from leading manufacturers which will allow you to get out ski touring in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Plus, if you want to try out the latest kit we have a fantastic range from the leading brands, and highly experienced technicians to advise and set you up for a great day in the hills. Give our Aviemore store a call on 01479 788 840 or email [email protected] to speak to our ski experts.
Nevisport has equipment for you to hire so that you can try out a new sport or before you decide on purchasing the necessary equipment. We offer a selection of kit to cover all your needs whether it is skiing, snowboarding ice climbing or mountaineering. Available individually or as part of a full package below outlines all our hire equipment and the shops that provide hire services.
Apres Ski Actitites
For the non skiers or days when you want a change of activity there are plenty of other things to do. From ice skating at the Aviemore Ice Rink, Quad Bike Treks or Aviemore Kart Raceway Take a step back in time with a trip on the Strathspey Steam Railway an all year round great day out.
The Cairngorm Sledgdog Centre Situated in Aviemore, at the foot of the Cairngorm Mountain Range.
