Scotland has something to offer for everyone, be it rivers, mountains, thousand miles of coastline, or rugged landscape, it is a hotspot for adventure travellers and outdoor enthusiasts. This is not all, even if you are traveling there with your family, Scotland will not disappoint you either as there are loads of fun activities to involve in with your family for a great time.

Skydiving in Perthshire and Crieff

If you are more into the idea of jumping out of the plane rather than walking in a museum, Scotland is your place to be. History holds testimony to the fact that Scotland once held a place where many Special Forces techniques were invented during WWII in Lochaber. Even, spies received training to drop off efficiently inside the enemy territory by air, thus, skydiving is not new to this place.

Choose Crieff, which has Active Skydiving school, run by Scotty Milne who has five times British Skydiving Championship accolade in his name. On the other hand, there is the beautiful countryside location of Perthshire, Skydive Strathallan that offers skydiving to groups and alone. Thrill-seekers will have a great time in Scotland, but weather is an important factor so check the weather report before scheduling the activity.

Snowboarding and Skiing

While skydiving is best for the summer months, if you are looking for something that is snow-related like skiing and snowboarding then, Scotland is your haven during the cold months. You will be spoilt for choices with five different ski resorts that have a range from beginners to experts. This is not where the snowboarding experience ends as you try the manoeuvres and aerials in many board and terrain parks which Scotland has to offer. Conquer those white-clad peaks with equipment that is readily available for hire.

Fort William and Mountain Biking

Summer offers opportunities galore for thrill-seekers and adventure travellers. That is why the mountain bikers are also not forgotten in Scotland with Fort William. You can call it the spiritual home of British mountain biking. The downhill area of Fort William is also known to stage and host UCI World Cup. Also, join the Fatbike tours and routes which is a big thing in Scotland and perfect for larger tires owing to the peaty and boggy areas and the sandy shoreline.

North Sea Surfing

Scotland borders north Atlantic Ocean. The sudden landfall crashing into the water of the North Sea after unimpeded travel is what Scotland is all about. You will get towering breakers and powerful swells with strong offshore winds making the sports even more spellbinding. Scotland provides the perfect scenario for surfing whether you are with a kite, onboard, or on a sail.

If you are visiting in October, make sure you try out Tiree Wave Classic, which is the longest-running professional windsurfing event in the world. Kitesurfing is becoming a popular sport and you can learn from major schools in Scotland.

Climbing Peaks

Scotland is home to the Munros – spreads across 914 meters with 282 peaks offering a lifetime of climbing opportunity for people from all over the world. Tick off each one of them in the course of your visit in a lifetime. The popular amongst them is the tallest and crowded, Ben Nevis. Since it is the most crowded of all, so you have to be careful as well for this peak is often frequented by ill-prepared and amateur climbers. 

Good Time Through and Through

If your idea of having a good time is more about exploring nature’s striking samples rather than spending time in art galleries or museums, then Scotland is your happy place. Discover more within a mile than what you will while in the city when you are visiting Scotland with activities galore at every turn.