This exciting gift voucher is for a child to experience River Bugging on the River Tummel in Perthshire, with adult vouchers also available for those wanting to join the adventure. River Bugging is Scotland’s newest adrenaline-filled water activity, bringing a taste of New Zealand adventure to the fast-flowing waters of the River Tummel near Pitlochry. Sitting in your own inflatable “river bug” – a personal, blow-up raft, you will launch into the rapids and steer your way downstream, taking on the river from a completely unique perspective. Whether the river is in full spate or running calmer in summer, this is a high-energy, splash-filled experience from start to finish. With the help of specialist webbed gloves, you will paddle, control, and manoeuvre your way through the water, making every descent a thrilling ride. You will be fully kitted out in all essential safety gear before receiving expert tuition from highly experienced white-water instructors, including the pioneer of River Bugging who introduced the activity from New Zealand.
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Overview
- Enjoy an exciting River Bugging adventure on the River Tummel in Perthshire, tackling fast-flowing white-water rapids in an inflatable river bug
- All safety equipment is included, such as a wetsuit, helmet, gloves and buoyancy aid
- This gift voucher is valid for One Child
What's Included
- Enjoy a high-energy river bugging adventure in Perthshire, navigating fast-flowing waters and experiencing the excitement of white-water rapids
- Allow spending up to three hours at the venue, with approximately one and a half hours out on the water
- You will be provided with wetsuits, gloves, safety vests and helmets
- After an introduction on dry land, you'll try the bugs out on still water before you tackle the rapids, drops and splashes of the river under the guidance of an experienced instructor
Child Ticket: Valid for ages 12 - 15 years
Suitable For
- Minimum age is 12 years
- Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult
- Child Ticket: Valid for ages 12 - 15 years
- Maximum weight is 14 stone
- There's an element of risk, of course, because the water is cold and fast
- Expert tuition and a ratio of one instructor to just four bug-riders
- Non-swimmers are accepted, but will need to make instructors aware
Availability
- River Bugging sessions take place on weekdays and weekends throughout the year
- Morning and afternoon sessions are usually available
Location:
- Perthshire - River Tummel
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 12 years
Maximum Age: 15 years
Maximum Weight: 90.00 kg
Anything Else
- Good quality and very reasonably priced accommodation is available on site (early booking is essential)
- There are also numerous hotels close by
- Spectators are welcome at no additional cost, although this is not an ideal spectator activity
- There's a Clubhouse, toilets, and catering - hot and cold food available
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
