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    Cumulus Outdoors

    239 reviews
    #2 of 12 Tours in Swanage
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    About Cumulus Outdoors
    Coasteering and Adventure Activities in Dorset with Cumulus Outdoors. We have our own private parking facility. No other provider has this. We have our own changing rooms. You won't be changing in a car park. We always have two Coasteering guides in the water for your excitement and safety. We have the best kit, including wetsuit gloves, socks and thicker 5:3 wetsuits. We provide you with hot/ cold drinks as soon as you exit the water. No other provider doe's this! WE FEEL WE GO THE EXTRA MILE TO MAKE THIS A GREAT, SAFE AND ADVENTUROUS EXPERIENCE FOR YOU!WHY DON'T YOU GO FROM ZERO TO HERO WITH CUMULUS! Coasteering at £45 pp || £40 pp for groups of 10+- Enjoy a fun-filled adventure with qualified experts- Explore the coastline and caves from the sea- A unique way to discover hidden coastal secrets- Learn new skills and choose how high you jump!- Morning or afternoon sessions for all levels of groups or families- All equipment is provided, all you need is your costume, towel and trainers for the water.
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    Reviewed 7 December 2018
    School residential trip.

    Our Year 6 team take 80+ pupils to Swanage for a three day residential every year and we have a great time. We fish for mackerel, kayak and spend an afternoon on the water park...to name but a few activities. The staff are great and...More

    Date of experience: June 2018
    Thank Sian C
    Jackie L, Front Office Manager at Cumulus Outdoors, responded to this reviewResponded 10 December 2018

    Hi Sian Thank you for taking time to let us know how much everyone - students and staff alike - enjoy their times with us on camp! Looking forward to the same fun and excitment in 2019! Sam, Tom and the Cumulus Crew

    Reviewed 9 October 2018 via mobile
    Coasteering

    Myself and a couple of mates booked a mornings coasteering with Cumulus back in the summer when the sun was baking down and there wasn’t a cloud in sky, fast forward to last week, me and the lads are waking up in a Fawlty towers...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank jpreston2018
    Jackie L, Front Office Manager at Cumulus Outdoors, responded to this reviewResponded 10 October 2018

    Thank you for taking the time to let us know of your day Joe and we are pleased that you all managed to have a great time despite the weather! There is so much to see and do whilst coasteering off of Dancing Ledge, not...More

    Reviewed 24 September 2018
    Coasteering with great guys

    Having done a few coasteering sessions before we knew what to expect. The sea was rough and the jumps challenging enough but we were looked after superbly by Shane and Jack. All credit to them to manage a team of 10 with ages from under...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank Kirstin M
    Jackie L, Front Office Manager at Cumulus Outdoors, responded to this reviewResponded 25 September 2018

    Thank you Kirstin! Sounds like you had a great session with Shane and Jack and the rest of the group, full of big jumps and fruity but safe seas - just the way it should be. Hope to see you again soon! The Cumulus Crew

    Reviewed 22 September 2018 via mobile
    Coasteering

    Shane and jack were excellent and we all had a brilliant time. For 4 rowdy 20 somethings they pitched it just right. Highly recommended!

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank Tommypitt
    Jackie L, Front Office Manager at Cumulus Outdoors, responded to this reviewResponded 24 September 2018

    Thank you for reviewing your session with Jack and Shane and glad they pitched it right for you all!

    Reviewed 19 September 2018
    Fantastic experience, highly recommended!

    I underwent my Gold DofE Residential at Cumulus this summer and what a fantastic experience! From coastering and kayaking to sleeping overnight in hammocks and climbing the cliffs at Durlston in Swanage, it was an unforgettable week. I made some lovely new friends and the...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank Abbi H
    Jackie L, Front Office Manager at Cumulus Outdoors, responded to this reviewResponded 21 November 2018

    Thank you Abbi! So pleased you fully enjoyed your DofE residential and gained so much from the experience. Good luck with the rest of the Gold Award From the Cumulus Crew

    Reviewed 19 September 2018
    Amazing experience

    Shane and Jack were really welcoming and professional. The whole experience was fun and exciting. It was pitched at all levels and everyone was really looked after and cared for. I can't wait to do it again!

    Date of experience: September 2018
    Thank C4T
    Jackie L, Front Office Manager at Cumulus Outdoors, responded to this reviewResponded 21 November 2018

    And we can't wait to have you back again! Thanks for taking the time to review your experience with Cumulus earlier this year and we will ensure both Jack and Shane receive this feedback ! The Cumulus Crew!

    Reviewed 16 September 2018 via mobile
    Exhilarating experience

    For a very different and fun experience this is the activity for you. The guides Jack and Shane were A* absolutely excellent and made you feel safe at all times. It was quite wavy when we went and so I was scared but I still...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
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    Jackie L, Front Office Manager at Cumulus Outdoors, responded to this reviewResponded 18 September 2018

    Thank you for your great review and recommendation! We do aim to encourage and support everyone to achieve more than they thought possible and you are a great example of this! We will make sure both Jack and Shane see your feedback and we hope...More

    Reviewed 2 September 2018 via mobile
    Dancing Ledge Coasteering

    Just back from a superb day coasteering with Cumulus at Dancing Ledge. Outstanding guiding by Shaun and Jack - hugely personable and very professional. I felt my kids and I were entirely safe in their hands and they made the whole experience great fun. My...More

    Date of experience: September 2018
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    Jackie L, Front Office Manager at Cumulus Outdoors, responded to this reviewResponded 21 November 2018

    Hi Jamie Thank you for taking the time to let everyone know of your great time coasteering earlier this year, so good to know you had fun and also felt totally safe at the same time. We hope to see you all again soon! The...More

    Reviewed 30 August 2018 via mobile
    Best Day Ever!

    Having visited Dancing Ledge earlier in our holiday, my girls and I saw people rock climbing and abseiling which we thought looked really cool. Teenagers aren’t easy to please, or get off their phones at the best of times, so I googled ‘abseiling, Swanage’ and...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank swareham1
    Jackie L, Front Office Manager at Cumulus Outdoors, responded to this reviewResponded 21 November 2018

    Wow Sarah! You certainly gave a full account of your adventurous day with us back in August and apologies for not responding to you sooner. So pleased that you were able to both the climbing and abseiling and then sample coasteering in the afternoon! Awesome!...More

    Reviewed 28 August 2018 via mobile
    Poor Execution

    We stayed at Camp Cleavel which was promoted on the Burnbake Website (all be it with promotional material from a different site on another point nearby - which suggested a rather different setting). Overall the site they had setup seemed to have been a great...More

    Date of experience: August 2018
    Thank Evan K
    Sam T, Company Director at Cumulus Outdoors, responded to this reviewResponded 29 August 2018

    Dear Evan, Thank you for your review. Camp Cleavel is an initiative set up and organised by Burnbake Campsite. Cleavel point is a location owned by Burnbake, offering fantastic views over Poole harbour and Brownsea island. We work alongside Burnbake, to provide the equipment that...More

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    Nick W
    22 August 2018|
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    Hi Nick The minimum age we take children coasteering is 8 years
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    Debbie C
    8 August 2018|
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    Response from Jackie L | Property representative |
    Hi Debbie Thank you for your question. The coasteering session last approximately three hours from arrival to departure, including meet & greet, safety brief, kitting up and walking to Dancing Ledge. You will have about 1hr... More
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