Adventure Holidays In Scotland

Although relatively small, Scotland is a land rich in contrasts. Landscapes change rapidly from gentle rolling hills to rugged coasts and dramatic, towering peaks. It can be divided into three geographical regions: the Southern Uplands, the Central Lowlands , and the Northern Highlands and Islands . The Southern Uplands is made up of lush plains and hills as well as a wide expanse of sandflats, mudflats and saltmarsh. By contrast, the Central Lowlands run from Edinburgh to Glasgow and contain the industrial belt and most of the population. The Highlands is made up of mountains held apart by a series of long parallel glens, and broader straths cloaked with pine and birch woods. The mountains rise to their heights at Ben Nevis , Britain 's highest mountain. Of Scotland 's 790 islands, 130 are inhabited.

ADVENTURE SPORTS IN Scotland

With 2560km of coastline and thousands of lochs and rivers, Scotland is an ideal destination for water sports enthusiasts. Canoeing can be practised on peaceful lochs, white water rafting on wild river stretches, and surfing and swimming in oceans. Scenery ranging from rocky peaks, moorland and rolling green hills to lochs, glens, and wild coastlines makes Scotland ideal for walking. With a vast network of trails steadily growing, hikers are spoilt for variety.

ADVENTURE SPORTS AREAS AND REGIONS IN SCOTLAND

Best spots for water sports

Lochearnhead Watersports Centre is popular and has a slipway for launching fishing boats, ski boats, windsurfers, canoes and sailing boats.  

Best spots for hiking & trekking

The best-known long-distance walks include the West Highland Way , Southern Upland Way, and the Speyside Way ..