No experience is required. Instructors will teach you all the necessary skills to take part in any of the activities. The only thing you need to bring is your enthusiasm.

Safety is our absolute priority. Throughout our 5 years of operation, we have developed comprehensive safety systems. The wilderness environment in which we operate is often demanding and testing. Therefore we have developed activities that are safe, exciting and adventurous.

All instructors are committed to providing the highest level of service possible. We continuously monitor and review your feedback to ensure that this happens. Our instructors are also trained and qualified to the highest standard, with experience from all over the world.

WATER BASED ACTIVITIES:

All specialised equipment is provided, including wetsuits, harnesses, helmets, buoyancy aids etc. Please bring swimwear to wear under your wetsuit, a towel and clothing that is warm to change into after the activities. If you have footwear which you don't mind getting wet bring that too but don't worry if you don't, we have a selection at the centre which you can use.

LAND BASED ACTIVITIES:

Boots or hardwearing trainers which you don't mind getting a bit muddy! Clothes to suit the activity and time of year!

Anyone to everyone is welcomed at Vertical Descents. Some activities may not be suitable for young people, due to the nature of the activity. There are however other activities which cater for all ages.

We have had participants from Dutch Army soldiers to a 65 year old granny down the canyon. All activities are targeted to suit your needs. So if you're an extremist we can give you the buzz you are looking for. If you're more down to earth we can still guarantee you will have a great time with us (don't worry)!!!!

Not at all, activities are to be taken at your own pace.

Each activity will take approximately a morning or an afternoon. The morning sessions start at 9.30am and the afternoon sessions start at 1.30pm. These times are flexible with prior arrangement.

Yes we do. According to the number of people and number of activities you wish to do. We also do discounts for families and students.

At the moment Vertical Descents' toilets & shower facilities are being renovated, therefore the toilet/shower are temporally out of action. There are however toilet facilities close by. There are warm changing rooms and the opportunity for hot drinks.

Each activity varies, but the maximum number of people per activity is 16. To take part in an activity, groups must consist of four or more people.

Trips are run daily, so if you'd like just a morning or afternoon we can cater for the individual.

Vertical Descents is a non-residential centre, allowing us to keep our costs competitive. Over the years we have built a good list of local accommodation providers who all offer a great service as we have come to know the needs of our customers. Whether you are looking for a cosy farmhouse bed and breakfast, a relaxing self catering cottage with open fires, lively family run hotels, large three and four star conference hotels, camp sites and bunk houses for groups of eighty plus. We are able to offer them all with confidence.

You can book on the internet, over the phone or by letter. Let us know the dates and activities which you are interested in. The nature of the course you are looking for i.e. family activities, team building, Stag Party, corporate event etc.