The 9 Best Things to do Adventurous in Monmouthshire, Wales

Inspire2adventure are an outdoor adventure activity provider operating in the Wye Valley, Forest of Dean and South Wales. We offer Stand-up Paddle Boarding, guided open canoeing and kayak river trips on the River Wye, Gorge Scrambling Experience near Abergavenny, Rock climbing at Symonds Yat and high level ropes. Our popular Rock & SUP, Gorge & Paddle, Ropes & Gorge, Rock & Gorge, Paddle & Rock Adventure Days are great fun for family and friends looking for adventure. Ideal half or full day adventure activities for hen & stag parties, families, groups, youth groups, corporate team building, colleges and school groups visiting the area. Discounts are available for groups and we offer youth group pricing. All our activities include safety and activity equipment along with professionally experienced qualified instructors. Inspire2Adventure are AALS licensed.

We are a friendly watersports company offering watersports activities and equipment hire for Paddleboarding, Kayaking and for the adrenalin seeker Flyboarding, which is the water jet pack attached to your feet.

Wye Valley Archery is a family friendly, custom built field archery course. We are located in the beautiful setting of the Wye Valley between the ancient market town of Chepstow and the City of Newport, 3.7 miles from Chepstow along the A48 near Crick. We are approximately 30 minutes from Cardiff and Bristol, 40 minutes from Bath, 50 minutes from Cheltenham and Gloucester, and 60 minutes from Swindon. Experience levels range from those who want to "have a go", through to master bowmen. We welcome individuals, families and groups. ​We are available for special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries and stag / hen parties. We are also available for team building and corporate events. Equipment is available to hire by prior arrangement. Please use our website to book online or phone the contact number provided!

Black Mountains Cycle Centre is an exciting downhill bike park set in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park. With trails suitable for intermediate and advanced riders there is something guaranteed to challenge everyone. Uplifts run on Wednesday-Sunday and we are also open daily for push and ride.

STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. We offer private, tailor made experiences with our friendly, cute animals! You'll meet our alpacas, sheep, and miniature donkeys, all in the stunning Monmouthshire countryside. Please go to our website to see the different experiences we offer, or alternatively, send us an email.

Dewstow Gardens are Grottoes are recently discovered gardens built in the 1890's. buried in the 1950's and rediscovered and escavated in 2000. We are now open for the summer months and welcome visitors of all ages including pre-booked coach parties. Please check out our website for further details.

The National Diving & Activity Centre is based in Chepstow, Gloucestershire, Our flooded quarry offers some of the best inland dive conditions in Europe with a range of depths from 0-9, 9-18, 26, 45, 50 and 80 metres. The waters have many attractions including, amongst many others, a BAE Aircraft, a Saracen Armoured Vehicle, two Wessex Helicopters and a Stalwart Amphibious vehicle. The site is also home to a Giant 3G Swing, a 700m Long Zip Wire and Segway Active. We have on site accommodation at our Wooden Wigwam Village and we serve a fantastic selection of food and drink at the View Cafe Bar.