Our Activities

In Your Element has been offering amazing outdoor activity experiences across Scotland since 2003.  Award-winning In Your Element offers a huge range of outdoor activities near Inverness & Loch Ness, Aviemore & the Cairngorms, Loch Lomond the Trossachs and Argyll, Fort William and Loch Tay, as well as many other places in Scotland.

Use the In Your Element activity finder to look for outdoor experiences for you or your group, at a location close to you.

Activities

Activity Location
Group Type
Month of the Year
Activity Category
Activity Type
Participant Suitability
Minimum Ages
Public or Private
Difficulty Rating
children pulling arrows out of target
Archery

Experience the ancient & noble sport of target archery at a location near you! Ideal for parties, hen & stag groups, team building events or just for fun.

1 - 2 hours
8 yrs min age
archery and axe throwing targets
Archery & Axe-Throwing Combo

Our exciting archery and axe-throwing experience will leave you buzzing. You’ll learn how to hit the target, then have a bit of fun with some games & challenges.

2 hours
10 yrs min age
group of people canoeing
Canoeing

Canoeing is something that everyone should try at some point! With so many amazing locations to explore in Scotland, there is a canoe tour just waiting for you.

From 2 to 5 hours
5 yrs min age
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Guided Walks

Guided walks exploring Scotland’s wonderfully wild forests, hills, lochs and rivers, tailored to your group.

From 1 to 6 hours
12 yrs min age
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Highland Games

A fun-filled, laid-back outdoor event with a Scottish twist – our Highland Games events are always fun.

1.5 to 2 hours
6 yrs min age
Blinfolded Team building challenges
Nature Quest Team Challenge

Task cards, challenge grids and a whole host of mental and physical challenges results in THE most awesome, team challenge fun!

2.5 hours
18 yrs min age
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Paddleboarding

Quickly becoming the fastest growing paddlesport in the UK, Stand Up Paddleboarding is must try activity!

From 1.5 - 3 hours
12 yrs min age
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Gorge Walk Brig o’ Turk

Enjoy scrambling rocks, plunging into beautiful clear highland pools, and sit under fresh waterfalls what’s not to like about that?

2 hours
8 yrs min age
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Gorge Walk Brig o’ Turk (Adrenaline)

Enjoy an exhilarating couple of hours scrambling, climbing, swimming, and enjoying multiple BIG jumps into deep pools in a fantastic location.

2 hours
14 yrs min age
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Archery Loch Tay

Why not come and try the ancient and noble pastime of target archery in this spectacular setting at Loch Tay Highland Lodges, on the banks of Loch Tay.

1 hour
8 yrs min age
Tartan Compass Challenge
Boat & Boot Treasure Hunt Loch Tay

A fabulous water and land-based team treasure event on and around Loch Tay.

2 hours
16 yrs min age
Group canoeing the great glen canoe trail
Canoe River Lochay & Loch Tay

Explore the River Lochay & Loch Tay, spot the local wildlife & stop on secluded beaches for a snack (or a swim) on this truly memorable experience.

2.5 hours
7 yrs min age
axes on axe throwing target
Axe Throwing Loch Tay

Lose yourself in wilderness spirit with the heart-pounding thrill of axe-throwing on the shores of Loch Tay.  Channel your inner-warrior with family or friends!

45 mins.
10 yrs min age
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Canoe Loch Tay Discovery

Experience the stunning panoramic views Loch Tay has to offer, learn about its history and see its amazing wildlife, all whilst accompanied by an experienced guide.

1.5 hours
5 yrs min age
girl gorge walking in a small river
Gorge Walk Loch Tay

A great introduction to the joys of gorge walking.  This gorge is family-friendly but still lots of fun.

2 hours
6 yrs min age
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Paddleboarding Loch Tay

Experience the UK’s fastest-growing watersport in one of the most scenic Scottish venues. Whether you’re experienced or a beginner, this session has something for you!

1.5 hours
12 yrs min age
4 person Pebble power boat for hire at loch tay highland lodges
Boat Hire Loch Tay (4-person)

Pebble boats have a small 4hp outboard engine and are tiller-steered from the engine itself, with a maximum carrying capacity of 4 people.

9:00AM - 4:00PM
5 yrs min age
In Your Element
Boat Hire Loch Tay (6-person)

Loch Cruisers have 10hp engines, a maximum capacity of 6 people, & a steering console at the cabin, so nice and intuitive for folks with no experience to drive.

9:00AM - 4:00PM
5 yrs min age