Directory
Discover local adventure businesses, facilities, and projects working collaboratively with NEAT to grow and enhance the adventure tourism sector in Aberdeenshire.
Facilities
Aboyne Bike Park
Aboyne
Aboyne Bike Park is a community project built in 2013 in the Bellwood, Aboyne. It is managed by a voluntary committee, Aboyne Bike Park Association, along with Mid Deeside Limited who own the bike park and woodland on behalf of the community.
Glenshee Ski Centre
Spittal of Glenshee
Glenshee Ski Centre is the largest ski resort in Scotland and is sometimes referred to as the Scottish three valleys. It is located in Aberdeenshire and to the north of Spittal of Glenshee, on the A93 road between Blairgowrie and Braemar in the southern Highlands of Scotland.
Greenmyres Eco Bothy
Huntly
A beautifully restored environmentally friendly building, available for private and public events.
Knockburn Sports Loch
Knockburn Sports Loch
Banchory
Knockburn Loch is a unique venue set in the heart of Royal Deeside. Members can enjoy use of the loch and facilities for open water swimming, stand up paddleboarding and other paddlesports and we also hire to the public. We also provide an ideal conference venue with team building activities
Tarland Trails Drummy Woods
Tarland Trails Drummy Woods
Drummy Woods, Tarland
The original Tarland Trails is a small, purpose made, set of trails that cater for beginners up to intermediate levels.
Tarland Trails Pittenderich
Tarland Trails Pittenderich
Pittenderich, Tarland
A new set of trails are located on, and around, the hill of Pittenderich. The trails consist of sweeping turns, big berms, jumps and technical riding. Pittenderich is the ideal place to take your riding to the next level.
The Lecht
The Lecht
Strathdon
Lecht 2090 is based 2090 feet (645m) above sea level amid the beauty of the Eastern Cairngorms. The Lecht Activity Centre is situated in the heart of Scotland’s largest National Park at the top of the pass between Tomintoul and Strathdon.
Transition Extreme
Aberdeen
Aberdeens Adventure Sports Charity - an amazing facuility for climbing and wheeled sports.
Accommodation
4x4 Overland Hire
Braemar
A unique camping-based adventure travel experience in Scotland, our overland vehicle & expert knowledge will provide you with everything you need for a once-in-a-lifetime road trip.
Aberdeenshire Airstream
Cushnie/Tarland
Enjoy a unique stay in a renovated 1979 Airstream Argosy in the Cairngorms, Aberdeenshire. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, it offers nearby hiking and cycling trails, spacious decks, and secure bike storage and cleaning facilities. The Argosy sleeps two and is just 15 minutes from Tarland Trails.
Auchendryne Cottage
Braemar
Auchendryne Cottage is a well-appointed, traditional Deeside cottage on the edge of the village of Braemar on Royal Deeside in the Cairngorms National Park, a couple of minutes' walk from cafes, restaurants and shops, and offers access to stunning countryside.
Ballater Hostel
Ballater
Five-star large self-catering hostel situated in the centre of Ballater, just east of Braemar, in North East Scotland.
Bothies and Bannocks
Aboyne
Based in Royal Deeside, Bothies & Bannocks provides foodie tours, outdoor activity camps and adventure sport transport across the North East of Scotland.
Braemar Cabins
Braemar
Scenic self-catering log cabin accommodation in the Cairngorm village of Braemar.
Candacraig
Strathdon
Candacraig is one of Scotland's finest exclusive-use venues. Experience incredible Highland hospitality set amongst magnificent rugged landscapes.
Corrennie School House Cottage
Sauchen
Corrennie School Cottage is a two-bedroom, two en-suite, fully functioning detached cottage in 14 private acres in 'Castle County'. A rural retreat 25-minutes from Aberdeen International Airport and 35 minutes from Aberdeen City Centre.
Craiglea
Braemar
Craiglea Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation in Braemar. Among the various facilities are a garden and ski storage space. The guest house features both free WiFi and free private parking.
Cranford Guest House
Braemar
Cranford Guest House features garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Braemar, 20 km from Balmoral Castle.
Glen Tanar Estate
Glen Tanar Estate
Aboyne
From your luxury cottage in Glen Tanar, take your time exploring all that the area has to offer. Or simply enjoy doing nothing in this beautiful corner of Royal Deeside
Grant Arms
Monymusk
Perfectly placed for Donside adventures by bike, on foot, or via the water.
Highland Cottage Rentals - Dormie
Ballater
A selection of Highland cottages to rent & eco-accommodation in the Heart of the Cairngorms National Park.
Ledmacoy Shepard Huts
Strathdon
Boutique Shepherds Huts set in the Cairngorms National Park, Aberdeenshire,
NJ & HJ Self Catered Accomodation
Banchory
Self catered accomodation perfectly placed for adevntures in Aberdeenshire.
Number 2½
Aboyne
Self-contained house with hill walk, wild-swim or mountain bike straight from the door. We offer a bike wash station and secure lock up for your bikes.
The Boat Inn
Aboyne
A delightful riverside inn located in the heart of Royal Deeside offering 16 beautiful, individually styled ensuite rooms, real log fires, beer garden and great pub grub.
Westerpark
Huntly
This secluded stone cottage is great for friends and families who want to relax in the countryside.
Wildflower Eco Lodges
Wildflower Eco Lodges
Fraserburgh
High-spec, self-catering holiday accommodation with all of your home comforts.
Coaches & Guides
Aquaplay Scotland
Aquaplay Scotland
Potarch
Based in the heart of Royal Deeside. Offering a variety of SUP sessions for; kids, adults, families, schools, companies and individuals.
Bike Bothy Beyond
Monymusk
Mountain Bike coaching & guiding from our base in Monymusk, Donside, Aberdeenshire. Whether you are beginner or expert we have you covered.
Blue Coast Cullen
Blue Coast Cullen
Cullen
We offer Surf Lessons, SUP Lessons & Tours, SUP Yoga and Equipment Hire
Bothies and Bannocks
Aboyne
Based in Royal Deeside, Bothies & Bannocks provides foodie tours, outdoor activity camps and adventure sport transport across the North East of Scotland.
Cove Climbing
Cove Climbing
Aberdeen
Cove Climbing offers instructional and guided days out for Rock Climbing, Scrambling, Hillwalking and Winter Skills.
Deeside MTB
Deeside MTB
Banchory
Offering bespoke mountain bike guided rides, sculpted to suit your wishes, and run events throughout the year in Aberdeenshire. From pre race rides to guided routes showcasing our favourite trails. Beginner or expert, there’s a ride for everyone with Deeside MTB.
Dialled In Coaching
Tailored sessions designed to cater for all abilities. Fun for all ages. Get stoked to ride in control.
etrail Scotland
Kincardine O'Neill
E-bike rental and guiding services in Royal Deeside and the Cairngorms
George Watt Surf School
Fraserburgh
Granite Adventures
Banchory
We want to get you out enjoying the best of the outdoors and we have activities for all abilities and weather.
Hillgoers
Hillgoers
Drumoak
Expertly guided walks in our beautiful landscapes, qualified navigation tuition, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expeditions and residentials, trail running events, winter skills courses or weddings, we have you covered!
Macdui Adventures
Aberdeen
Macdui Bike Adventures will introduce you to biking in the spectacular landscape and history of the north east of Scotland. All our guides are local and always seeking out the best riding in the region so you get the right ride at the right time.
Ride in Peace Adventures
Ride in Peace Adventures
Aboyne
We offer mountain bike coaching at our local trail centres and guided rides across Royal Deeside glens and mountains or explore the Donside beautiful hills and secret gems.
Shred It
Shred It
Banchory
Our fully qualified coaches and guides are highly experienced with all things mountain biking, coaching and trip planning. Experienced in coaching mountain biking and teaching youth leadership.
Stonehaven Paddleboarding
Stonehaven Paddleboarding
Stonehaven
Open all year round from Sunrise till Sunset.
Suds Surf School
Suds Surf School
Sandend
We offer a range of watersports including surfing, bodyboarding & standup paddleboarding.
Turner Mountain Adventures
Braemar
Wild Braemar
Wild Braemar
Braemar
Explore – Discover – Connect: Join Annie from Wild Braemar to experience guided hikes, wild swims and more around beautiful Braemar.
Aberdeenshire Ascents
Cabrach
One of the Aberdeenshire Ascents - 10 outstanding road cycle climbs that can be tackled as part of a route, combined into and epic or just ridden as a one off. Try them all!
Cairn o Mount
One of the Aberdeenshire Ascents - 10 outstanding road cycle climbs that can be tackled as part of a route, combined into and epic or just ridden as a one off. Try them all!
Cairnwell
One of the Aberdeenshire Ascents - 10 outstanding road cycle climbs that can be tackled as part of a route, combined into and epic or just ridden as a one off. Try them all!
Causey Mounth
One of the Aberdeenshire Ascents - 10 outstanding road cycle climbs that can be tackled as part of a route, combined into and epic or just ridden as a one off. Try them all!
Gairnshiel
One of the Aberdeenshire Ascents - 10 outstanding road cycle climbs that can be tackled as part of a route, combined into and epic or just ridden as a one off. Try them all!
Lecht
One of the Aberdeenshire Ascents - 10 outstanding road cycle climbs that can be tackled as part of a route, combined into and epic or just ridden as a one off. Try them all!
My Lords Throat
One of the Aberdeenshire Ascents - 10 outstanding road cycle climbs that can be tackled as part of a route, combined into and epic or just ridden as a one off. Try them all!
Pennan
One of the Aberdeenshire Ascents - 10 outstanding road cycle climbs that can be tackled as part of a route, combined into and epic or just ridden as a one off. Try them all!
Queens View
One of the Aberdeenshire Ascents - 10 outstanding road cycle climbs that can be tackled as part of a route, combined into and epic or just ridden as a one off. Try them all!
Suie
One of the Aberdeenshire Ascents - 10 outstanding road cycle climbs that can be tackled as part of a route, combined into and epic or just ridden as a one off. Try them all!
