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Top 10 Things to do Adventurous in Fort William, Scotland
Known as the Outdoor Capital of the UK, Fort William is at the heart of a wide range of exciting activity centres. Visitors enjoy easy access to exhilarating hillwalking, mountain climbing, snow sports and water sports — as well as the gentler pleasures of a refreshing day spent fishing, walking in the country or cycling. Capture the spirit of the Scottish Highlands by taking in its stunning landscapes, tasting the area’s authentic whiskies and ales, and exploring its fascinating museums.
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1. Up and Doon Guided Walks
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5.0 based on 97 reviews
I love Scotland.I love exploring the beautiful mountains & glens of the Scottish Highlands.I love meeting people & sharing my passion. I decided to combine this energy into creating a small friendly guiding company that offers a highly personalized service for individuals or groups at an affordable price. For 2020 I have created a series of eco friendly and sustainable trips using public transport. Check out my public group dates on my website.
2. Steall Waterfall
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5.0 based on 1,434 reviews
Reviewed By I4996RBjoannap - Brough, United Kingdom
Drive down a single track road until it comes to an end which is a small free car park so arrive early; there was another car park at beginningof road however it charged for parking and would be quite a walk to get there. We arrived at 9am and had no issues with parking. A great walk along the river with mini waterfalls coming over the path which then opens up to see Steall Waterfall. There is a wire bridge to get closer to see it however there is a great view without crossing. We were lucky enough not to have midges even though it was warm and dry.
3. Rockhopper Sea Kayaking - Day Tours
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5.0 based on 163 reviews
Rockhopper Sea Kayaking offers high quality guided half/full and overnight Sea kayaking tours. We are based just outside Fort William and run trips within an hour of our base. We also have a Canoe/Bike Hire Hub based at Neptunes Staircase Banavie.
4. Atlas Mountaineering
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5.0 based on 61 reviews
Here at Atlas Mountaineering we are dedicated to bringing you the highest quality service, assuring that you get the most out of your trip. Whether you want to try rock climbing for the first time or summit the highest mountain in the UK, Atlas mountaineering has something for you! We offer both private and scheduled day tours up Ben Nevis
5. West Coast Mountain Guides
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5.0 based on 420 reviews
West Coast Mountain Guides are a Fort William based leading mountain guiding/instruction company, founded in 1989, with experience throughout the UK and overseas. They can provide any level of walking, mountaineering or climbing throughout the year. In particular Scotland and Ben Nevis are well known for winter snow and ice climbing. Glen Coe is close by and trips to the Isle of Skye are very popular. West Coast Mountain Guides was established by IFMGA guide Alan Kimber, and is now directed by Ken Applegate, an active climber, and fully qualified Mountaineering Instructors.
6. Vertical Descents Scotland
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5.0 based on 640 reviews
Vertical Descents Scotland is a modern Adventure Activity Centre operating from our HQ in Fort William, we also have a mobile base that covers the East of Scotland. We provide fun, adrenaline-fuelled activities to Families, Groups, and Individuals. Our exciting activities include: White Water Rafting, Canyoning, Via Ferrata, Fun-Yakking, River Tubing and many other adventures!
7. Active Highs
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5.0 based on 218 reviews
Active Highs are an outdoor activity and adventure sports company near Fort William "The Outdoor Capital of the UK" and Fort Augustus near Loch Ness in the Highlands of Scotland. We have a great range of activities available and cater for families, groups, couples, individuals & groups. We offer some of the best activities that you will find in the U.K. including white water rafting, scenic river rafting trips, canyoning, gorge walking, canoeing, kayaking, climbing. Our centre is based near Loch Oich which is part of the Caledonian Canal and Great Glen Canoe Trail, ideally placed for taking part in water sports. Our white water rafting takes place weekly on a dam release river giving us guaranteed river levels, fantastic rapids and exhilarating white water rafting.
8. Lochaber Guides - Private Day Tours
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5.0 based on 167 reviews
We offer a full range of Mountain Guiding and Skills training in Summer and Winter. We specialise in guided ascents of Ben Nevis, in particular by the more technical routes. We run rock climbing courses, hills skills courses and guided scrambles and climbs in the Summer. In Winter we offer Winter Climbing, Mountaineering and Walking Skills courses. We are based locally in Fort William and our qualified and experienced guides will be there to look after you all the way!
9. The Highland Mountain Company
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5.0 based on 65 reviews
Situated at the base of Ben Nevis in Fort William we offer and deliver high quality mountain guiding and instruction in a range of outdoor activities to families, friends, small groups and charity events. In summer we offer Ben Nevis walks, low level walks, abseiling, climbing, navigation training. In winter we offer guided mountains, 2,3,5 day winter skills courses, navigation training.
10. Kirkhope Mountaineering
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5.0 based on 197 reviews
Based in Fort William, the outdoor capital of the UK, we are ideally situated to help you get the most out of your outdoor experience. We offer a wide range of mountain sports such as walks up Ben Nevis and in the surrounding area, Rock climbing, Scrambling, Ice climbing and Mountain biking. We are available for private guiding and instruction and offer group rates for some of our activities.
