Aviemore lies right at the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, a true wilderness experience, so it is the perfect place to start an active outdoor holiday. There are mountains to climb or ski, forests to explore, rivers and lochs to navigate, kayak, canoe or fish for salmon in the River Spey, golf courses to challenge and relax, white waters to raft, quad biking, off road driving, clay pigeon shooting, skating, archery and countless, endless, unbelievably beautiful walks almost everywhere you go.
Peace and tranquillity are part of the package, adventure comes as standard and everything lies at the heart of the perfection that is the Cairngorms. So would you like to take a look at just a little of what the area has to offer?
Below are links to some of our favourite activities, just click the link of your choice.
Walking: Munros
The Cairngorms has 17 Munros, including 5 of the 6 highest mountains in Great Britain.
Walking: Pathways
Gentler walks through forests, lochs and glens on the doorstep of Scandinavian Village.
Wildlife
Reindeer, ospreys, red squirrels and more – discover Scotland’s stunning wildlife.
Museums
Clan history, Highland folk life and local heritage at museums across Speyside.
Distilleries
Scotch whisky at its finest – distillery tours and tastings on the Malt Whisky Trail.
Sports
Skiing, watersports, sailing and more at world-class facilities near Aviemore.
Golf
Scotland, the home of golf – outstanding local courses with stunning mountain backdrops.
Other Attractions
Theme parks, steam railways, pottery, gardens and much more across the Highlands.