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“Scotland Travel Guide - Strathclyde” BritainExpress.com
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G2 Outdoor, Aviemore
Ollie #1 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
5 of 5 stars 74 reviews
Owner description: Based in Aviemore we provide outdoor activities such as white water rafting, canyoning, climbing and winter activities such as ski touring and a ski...... more » Owner description: Based in Aviemore we provide outdoor activities such as white water rafting, canyoning, climbing and winter activities such as ski touring and a ski school, for families, individuals,Stag and Hen, corporate and military groups. « less
Attraction type  Sports Camps/ Clinics
Distance  50.2 miles from city centre
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Full On Adventure, Aviemore
Ollie #2 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
5 of 5 stars 55 reviews
Owner description: Full On Adventure, Aviemore based provider of great outdoor activities.We provide a wide range of adventure activities and wild adventure journeys....... more » Owner description: Full On Adventure, Aviemore based provider of great outdoor activities.We provide a wide range of adventure activities and wild adventure journeys. Our Aviemore based adventures include River Tubing (White Water Adventure tubing), White Water Rafting, Canyoning, River Touring Kayak and Canoe trips, ww kayak coaching, sea kayaking, guided mountain biking, Nordic XC Ski hire and lessons, Alpine and Back Country Skiing or Snow Boarding lessons and guiding, Winter Skills courses, Adventure Training and Corporate adventure activities. We also run a number of adventurous multi day trips to various locations. We pride ourselves on having a highly skilled team of qualified guides, only the best quality equipment and extra warm gear for when it's not the sunny paradise that is the Scottish Highlands. « less
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
Distance  50.8 miles from city centre
Craggan Outdoors, Grantown-on-Spey
Ollie #3 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
5 of 5 stars 72 reviews
Owner description: Craggan Outdoors, one of the UK's leading outdoor activity centres, is based at Grantown-on-Spey (15 minutes from Aviemore) on beautiful Speyside in...... more » Owner description: Craggan Outdoors, one of the UK's leading outdoor activity centres, is based at Grantown-on-Spey (15 minutes from Aviemore) on beautiful Speyside in the Cairngorms National Park. Offering one of the widest ranges of outdoor activities available in the Highlands of Scotland, 33-bed bunkhouse & bothy accommodation, & a licensed Clubhouse Cafe, Craggan Outdoors is proud to have twice been shortlisted for 'Best Visitor Experience' in the prestigious Highlands & Islands Tourism Awards - the only outdoor centre to have been so recognised - & to have been the top-rated outdoor centre in Scotland since 2009. Our visitors' reviews say better than we can what 'the Craggan Outdoors experience' is all about, so we hope that you like what you read & will get in touch to start planning your own visit. We look forward to hearing from you. « less
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
TreeZone, Aviemore
Ollie #4 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
5 of 5 stars 25 reviews
Owner description: High in the trees at Rothiemurchus, TreeZone is the ultimate Aerial Adventure Course.Zip wires, balance beams, hanging platforms, tightropes, scramble...... more » Owner description: High in the trees at Rothiemurchus, TreeZone is the ultimate Aerial Adventure Course.Zip wires, balance beams, hanging platforms, tightropes, scramble nets, white-knuckle bridges and gap jumps are set in the ancient Caledonian Pines of the Cairngorm Mountains. TreeZone is an unforgettable activity for adventurers of all ages. « less
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
Highland Activities, Kinlochlaggan
Ollie #5 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: Highland Activities are a modern outdoor adventure company offering quality outdoor activities. Our activities include quad biking, white water...... more » Owner description: Highland Activities are a modern outdoor adventure company offering quality outdoor activities. Our activities include quad biking, white water rafting, canyoning & gorge walking, clay pigeon shooting, off road driving, paintballing, archery, mountain biking quad biking, clay pigeon shooting and much more! Highland Activities will guarantee you a fun, safe and memorable outdoor experience and can cater for individuals, families, stag parties, hen parties, corporate events or just a fun day out with friends « less
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
Rothiemurchus, Aviemore
Ollie #6 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
4.5 of 5 stars 42 reviews
Owner description: Rothiemurchus welcomes you every day of the year. Be inspired by the scenery, enjoy relaxing or adventurous outdoor activities, share our passion for...... more » Owner description: Rothiemurchus welcomes you every day of the year. Be inspired by the scenery, enjoy relaxing or adventurous outdoor activities, share our passion for delicious estate produce and caravan or camp on the edge of the ancient forest. At the forefront of nature conservation and one of Scotland’s leading tourist attractions Rothiemurchus Estate is a much loved community asset. We are at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, just outside Aviemore, somewhere quite different and special – a jewel of the Highlands of Scotland. « less
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
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Highland Folk Museum, Newtonmore
Ollie #7 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
5 of 5 stars 28 reviews
Owner description: Discover how Highland people lived, worked and played at this award-winning museum. Experience life portrayed from the early 1700s to the mid 1900s....... more » Owner description: Discover how Highland people lived, worked and played at this award-winning museum. Experience life portrayed from the early 1700s to the mid 1900s. Find the difference between a “cruck” and a “croman”, smell the “reek” of a peat fire, relive early school days and life on the farm, or just enjoy a “blether” and reminisce with our friendly staff. Extensive play area, shops, café, and picnic sites throughout grounds. A great family day out for all ages. Free admissionOpen Easter to end of October – 3 to 6 hour visit recommended « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; History Museums; Parks; Museums
Distance  40.2 miles from city centre
Cairngorm Reindeer Herd, Aviemore
Ollie #8 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
4.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Landmark Forest Adventure Park, Carrbridge
Ollie #9 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
4.5 of 5 stars 65 reviews
Owner description: Winner of the Visit Scotland Thistle Award and Daily Mail Readers Award for The PERFECT FAMILY DAY OUT Where else can you ride a 'runaway timber...... more » Owner description: Winner of the Visit Scotland Thistle Award and Daily Mail Readers Award for The PERFECT FAMILY DAY OUT Where else can you ride a 'runaway timber train',explore the world's only 'Bamboozeleum'(c),rock climb, skydive, tackle Highwire courses, flume ride, meet red squirrels face to face, walk through the tops of pine trees, watch logs being sawn on a steam powered sawmill, and wonder at the strength of a Clydesdale horse? And much more... Investigate the shop packed with great gift ideas and the XploreStore crammed with really fun goodies. Ask about the AMAZING value weekly and season tickets.Investigate the shop packed with great gift ideas and the XploreStore crammed with really fun goodies.Ask about the AMAZING value weekly and season tickets. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Loch an Eilein, Aviemore
Ollie #10 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Owner description: Hidden in the forest of Rothiemurchus, this beautiful place is one of the most loved in the UK. Loch an Eilein (loch of the island) with its 13th...... more » Owner description: Hidden in the forest of Rothiemurchus, this beautiful place is one of the most loved in the UK. Loch an Eilein (loch of the island) with its 13th century island castle, was voted Britain's Best Picnic Spot as part of the celebrations to highlight the 10th anniversary of Warburtons National Bread Week which took place in May 2010 - a big thank you to everyone who voted. Step back in time and retrace the steps of the Highland cattle raiders as you enjoy views of the dramatic and mysterious Highland castle and enjoy the exceptional wildlife of the forest including Red Squirrels and Scottish Crossbills. You can enjoy some of the best low level walking in Scotland. Sheltered by ancient pine trees with views of the mountains, the path round the loch is suitable for motorised wheel chairs, off road buggies and is part of the 50km Rothiemurchus way marked network of paths. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Bodies of Water
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Highland Wildlife Park, Kingussie
Ollie #11 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
4 of 5 stars 58 reviews
This beautiful park, nestled in the Scottish countryside, is a refuge for wolves, bison and white deer.
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Parks
Distance  45.8 miles from city centre
Newtonmore Ridng Centre, Newtonmore
Ollie #12 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: Come and ride with the originators of pony trekking and riding holidays in Scotland, we were established in 1952. We have a museum dedicated to...... more » Owner description: Come and ride with the originators of pony trekking and riding holidays in Scotland, we were established in 1952. We have a museum dedicated to Highland Pony Heritage as well as many activities apart from just riding: Carriage Rides, Sleigh Rides, Ski Joring, Wedding Carriages, Birthday Parties, Hen and Stag Do's, Horse Shows, Fun Days, Childrens Rides, Working Holidays, Saddle Club, Barbeques. We have a tuck shop on site and also do teas and coffees etc.Come and stay with us on one of our Working or Learning Holidays. Tell us what you would like to do and where you would like to stay and we will put a package together for you. « less
Attraction type  Equestrian Trails
Speyside Wildlife, Aviemore
Ollie #13 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
4.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Owner description: Speyside Wildlife, the Scottish tour operator offering wildlife watching experiences to suit everyone. We run fully inclusive, fully guided, bird,...... more » Owner description: Speyside Wildlife, the Scottish tour operator offering wildlife watching experiences to suit everyone. We run fully inclusive, fully guided, bird, whale and mammal watching holidays, in Scotland and around the world, for enthusiasts of every ability, plus tailor-made wildlife watching tours of any length to suit your requirements. Or why not visit our evening mammal watching hides in the Cairngorms National Park for close up and personal views of Pine Marten, Badgers and more! « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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CairnGorm Mountain, Aviemore
Ollie #14 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
4 of 5 stars 106 reviews

The area between Aveimore and Cairngorm mountain base, incorporating the forrests and lochs of Rothiemurchus and Glenmore estates is one of the most beautiful parts of the UK... more »

Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas; Mountains; Trams
Distance  48.9 miles from city centre
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Spey Valley Golf Course, Aviemore
Ollie #15 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  51.4 miles from city centre
Anagach Woods, Grantown-on-Spey
Ollie #16 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Forests
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Cairngorms National Park
Ollie #17 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
The U.K.'s largest national park.
Attraction type  National Parks
Distance  48.8 miles from city centre
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Strathspey Steam Railway, Aviemore
Ollie #18 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
4.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Attraction type  Tours; Scenic Railroads
Distance  50.3 miles from city centre
Working Sheepdogs, Kincraig
Ollie #19 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Farms
Cairngorm Sleddog Centre, Aviemore
Ollie #20 of 32 attractions in Badenoch and Strathspey
5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Speciality Museums; Tours
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