5 Wild Things You Must Do In Wales
With travel abroad becoming more and more difficult, many of us are looking closer to home for a getaway. When it comes to a trip in the UK, you can’t beat Wales. From the summit of Mt. Snowdon to the spectacular coastline, there is so much to see and do. So what are 5 wild things you must do in Wales?
Dolphin & Whale Watching
You can’t beat a bit of dolphin and whale watching in the deep waters off Pembrokeshire, otherwise known as the Celtic Deep. Marked as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), the water flows from the Atlantic bringing with it lots of nutrients making it a haven for dolphins and whales.
Don’t forget about all the seabirds that you can see too. Skomer Island is a hotspot for migratory puffins and attracts lots of visitors each year.
2. Canyoning
Want to see whether you’ve got what it takes to be in the SAS? Well, make sure canyoning is at the top of your list. In Wales, you can’t beat Brecon Beacons. You can follow the impressive rivers and gorges as you scale the same terrain used by the SAS for training. It certainly is an adventure, from hiking, climbing, jumping and abseiling, you’ll be exploring some spectacular landscapes and having a blast at the same time!
3. Zip Lining
Travel at speeds of up to and over 100mph while soaring above the spectacular Snowdonia with an unforgettable experience. Velocity 2 - Zip Worlds answer to those screaming to go a little faster.
4. Hiking
Wales has some amazing places to hike, from the Pembrokeshire Coast Path to the Ynyslas Dunes. However, by far the most appealing hike for adventure seekers is scaling Mount Snowdon. With six main paths up to the summit, you can choose the intensity, whether you fancy an easier stroll or want to go all out on hiking, there is plenty of choice.
5. Kayaking
When you are in Wales, you can guarantee that the water is calling you. Become immersed in the beauty that the Welsh landscape has to offer and get a different perspective from the water. You’ll find plenty of adventure tour companies offering kayaking tours to explore the coast line.
