Rafting in the Outdoor Capital of the UK
Our White Water Rafting will allow you visit and experience some of Scotland’s wildest rivers. It will enable you to discover landscapes out of reach by normal means and experience the sensations of fast and powerful water. It is a must for lovers of adrenaline and team work. Vertical Descents operates White Water Rafting on easy class 2 rivers to more technical and challenging class 5 rivers. Enjoy such rivers as The Garry, The Orchy, The Moriston and many more.
White Water Rafting is a water level dependant activity, however if there is no water we can offer Fun Yakking (duckies) or Canyoning as an alternative.
River Lochy (float trip)
This float trip down Lochaber’s biggest river is a great way to relax and take in the beautiful views of Ben Nevis. This is an ideal trip for elderly groups who want to do something a little different or indeed families with younger ones. The trip includes a stop for a picnic.
£45 per person
River Awe (2 hour trip – Grade 2/3)
The river awe is based about 20 minutes from Oban. This grade 2/3 river is great for children and families. Passing through the estate, there are plenty of stunning views and lots of fun and exciting rapids. The trip finishes at a country park where refreshments and beautiful smoked meats and cheeses can be bought.
£45 per person
River Garry (2 hour trip – Grade 3/4)
The River Garry is a dam released river, guaranteeing water all summer. The river is based just south of Fort Augustus. This great grade 3/4 river is a brilliant taster of Scottish rafting and is ideal for all abilities.
The river normally releases on a Thursday, however this is subject to change so please call to book your trip.
£45 per person
River Moriston (3 hour trip – Grade 4/5)
The River Moriston, running into the famous Loch Ness, is a true Scottish epic with many class 4/5 rapids which are all bedrock in style.
The natural rock and Scots pine running alongside the river makes the Moriston one of the most picturesque rivers in Scotland.
The River Moriston is a dam released river and runs on a Tuesday and Wednesday throughout the summer.
This full day adventure is only recommended to those who has rafted before
£75 per person - Tuesdays only
River Orchy (4-5 hour trip – Grade 4/5)
The River Orchy runs through the beautiful Glen Orchy, twisting its way through the the glen, it picks up water from its tributaries before turning into one of the best white water runs Scotland has to offer.
This great piece of white water is a test of nerve as you decend the continuous class 4 rapids building your skills in order to take on the class 5 ones.
This full day adventure is only recommended to those who has rafted before.
£75 per person
‘River of the day’ trip
Whichever river has the best white water in it on the day – we’ll run it!
£95 per person
What they say..!
“Professional, Enjoyable, Invigorating”
Chris, Scotland.
“Ideal for waking up your life and washing off the city!”
Toni, England.
