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Vertical Descents

Name: Vertical Descents
Address: Inchree Falls, Righ Crescent, Onich, Fort William, PH336SD, GB
Telephone: +441397747111
Price range: ££

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Book your next adventure with the best guides in the UK! We have centres in Scotland & Cornwall

Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice 2026

Vertical Descents was established in 1998 in the Highlands of Scotland, providing a range of adventure activities. Since then, Vertical Descents has grown and expanded across the UK to provide top quality activities both from Scotland and from our second base in Cornwall. We are the No. 1* Canyoning and Coasteering specialist in the UK. Other Activities include - White Water Rafting - Coasteering

- Fun Yakking - Mountaineering - Segway Tours - Sea kayaking - Surfing - Mountain Biking - Climbing - Abseiling - Kite Surfing - Surf Rafting - Kayaking - Paintball - Team Building

ALL OF OUR CENTRES ARE AALA LICENSED

30/05/2026

We're almost into June in the Highlands 💛

Long days, fresh water, quieter trails and some of our favourite conditions of the year for adventure.

💦 Canyoning
🧗 Scotland’s only Via Ferrata
🚣 White Water Fun

A pretty good way to spend a day if you ask us!

29/05/2026

🏆 We’re incredibly proud to share that Vertical Descents has been awarded another TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award for 2026! 🎉

This award recognises businesses that consistently receive outstanding reviews and place in the top 10% of listings worldwide, so to receive it means a huge amount to our small team here in the Highlands.

A massive THANK YOU to everyone who has joined us, and especially to those who have taken the time to leave us such amazing reviews 💛💛

Adventure is what we do, but creating unforgettable experiences for people is what matters most to us.

To our brilliant guides, our supporters, and every single client who has laughed, jumped, climbed or screamed their way through an adventure with us… thank you for being part of it 🙌

26/05/2026

💦 What. A. Weekend!

From big jumps and nervous laughs to epic Highland views and unforgettable moments, this Bank Holiday weekend brought the adventure 🙌

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on the River, in the Canyon and on Scotland’s only Via Ferrata over the last few days. It’s always brilliant seeing people push themselves, try something new and leave with huge smiles on their faces.

If you spent your weekend wishing you were here… 👀
Don’t worry, there’s plenty more adventure still to be had this season - get booked in!

📅 Summer dates are already filling up, so now’s the perfect time to get something in the diary.

👉 Book your next adventure today - www.verticaldescents-scotland.com

20/05/2026

🎉 Bank Holiday plans?

Swap crowded car parks and screens for waterfalls, mountain views and white water adventures in the Scottish Highlands 🌄💦

Whether you’re visiting with friends, family or planning a weekend escape, we’ve got adventures to suit every kind of thrill-seeker:
🧗 Scotland’s only Via Ferrata
💦 Canyoning through hidden Highland gorges
🚣 White Water fun on the River Leven

If you’re looking for something unforgettable to do this Bank Holiday weekend, this is it.

📅 Spaces are limited and filling fast, book now to secure your adventure.

👉 www.verticaldescents-scotland.com

18/05/2026

🌄 Planning a spring trip to the Scottish Highlands?

Make it one to remember with an adventure experience at Vertical Descents 💦🧗🚣

Whether you’re:
✔ Sliding and jumping through hidden Highland Gorges
✔ Climbing Scotland’s only Via Ferrata
✔ Or tackling white water rapids with your mates or family

…there’s no better way to experience the Highlands than getting right into the heart of them.

Spring is one of our favourite times of year here; quieter trails, no midges, longer days and epic conditions for adventure.

📅 Weekends and holiday dates are already starting to fill up, so now’s the perfect time to plan ahead.

👉 Book your adventure today - verticaldescents-scotland.com

12/05/2026

🤙Adventure season is in full swing in the Highlands!

We’re back in the rivers and on the Via Ferrata and already welcoming loads of amazing groups!

📆 Dates are starting to fill up - especially at weekends
👉 Book now and join the adventure

19/01/2026

🚨 WE'RE HIRING SUMMER GUIDE ROLES

We’re hiring Canyoning, Via Ferrata & White Water Instructors to join Vertical Descents for Summer 2026 🧗💦

If you love working as an outdoor guide and being part of a great team , please get in touch.

What we’re looking for:
✅ Valid First Aid certificate
✅ Relevant Qualifications
✅ Experience preferred (especially for Canyoning and White Water activities)
✅ Outdoor Film/ Photography enthusiast would be a great bonus

What we can provide:
👉Via Ferrata Guide Training
👉UKCA Canyon Leader and Level 1 Guide Training
👉Rescue 3 WRT Pro / Advanced

Work in the Outdoor Capital of the UK, in the Highlands of Scotland and have an epic summer with us!

Send us your CV to apply - [email protected]

Address

Inchree Falls, Righ Crescent, Onich
Fort William
PH336SD

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441397747111

Website

http://www.verticaldescents.com/newquay/newquay.html, http://www.verticaldescents-scotland.com/

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