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.
At our Inverness base, we do not run any activities on-site, so please don't visit our Inverness address expecting to find activities.
What is the difference between a private and public activity experience? If you need help choosing, find out more here
Activities
In Your Element offers mountain bike hire at our Rothiemurchus-based hub near Aviemore, just across the road from TreeZone and the Rothiemurchus Visitor Centre.
Half or Full-Day Stand-up Paddleboard Hire from our Aviemore base. Book in advance, collect the equipment (deflated), and pop it in your car to go and play at your preferred location. Pump it up and play!
A guided, canoe safari experience starting on picturesque Loch Insh, then travelling down river on the gentle, meandering river to Aviemore.
Our archery sessions are the perfect group activity for all the family and is fun for kids and big-kids alike.
Lose yourself in wilderness spirit with the heart-pounding thrill of axe-throwing in the Cairngorms National Park. Channel your inner-warrior with family or friends!
A wonderful canoe tour on picturesque Loch an Eilein near Aviemore, a truly magical place right at the heart of the ancient Rothiemurchus Pine forest.
A fantastic introduction to the joys of gorge scrambling, that is suitable for all the family in a wonderful river gorge.
A 100-metre zip-line, balance beams, hanging platforms, tight-ropes, scramble nets, white knuckle bridges & gap jumps.
Negotiate currents, waterfalls & rapids, & surf waves in a heart-racing session finishing with an awesome rapid under the famous Feshie Bridge.
Aviemore has endless off-road opportunities. We can tailor a route to suit your group, whether that’s for a relatively inexperienced group or more experienced riders.
Explore awesome off-road bike trails with experienced guides amongst the grandeur of the Cairngorms, on terrain chosen to suit the group’s riding ability.
From Aviemore, you’ll be guided downriver towards the village of Boat of Garten with small rapids to keep you on your toes, but most of the trip is on an easy stretch of the river.
A guided canoe journey on the most exciting stretch of the awesome River Spey including lots of rapids on this full-on white-water canoeing experience.
An awesome river gorge that fits in a lot of fun! This venue offers more challenging version of gorge scrambling with wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmets provided.
Truim Falls near Aviemore, is a great option for all sorts of groups because we can tailor the experience to suit each group. Lots of fun!
A fun-filled, laid-back outdoor event with a Scottish twist – our Highland Games events at Rothiemurchus, Aviemore are always fun.
This is a truly idyllic 2.5-hour canoe experience in one of the most picturesque paddling areas in the Highlands of Scotland.
This is a truly idyllic 2.5-hour canoe experience in one of the most picturesque paddling areas in the Highlands of Scotland.
A fun-filled, laid-back outdoor event with a Scottish twist – our Highland Games events at Glencoe are always fun.
Our Loch Ness canoe taster tour is ideal for those who are short of time, or perhaps have younger children that you don’t think could sit still for a whole or half day!
Explore the beautiful, southern end of world-famous Loch Ness in the company of a fully qualified canoe guide.
An awesome gorge near Inverness that offers both family-friendly and more challenging gorge walking adventures in wetsuits, buoyancy aids and helmets.
Experience the raw power of nature as you traverse ancient trails, surrounded by towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, and tranquil lochs.
Explore the enchanting Reelig Glen & Cabrich hill forts on an unforgettable walking tour that will immerse you in the wonders of these hidden gems.
With a variety of fun local trails within easy driving distance of Inverness, we can tailor a route to suit your group, whether experienced riders or not.
Discover the magic of canoeing on the serene and breathtaking Loch Morlich! Join us for an unforgettable flat-water canoeing session set amidst the stunning backdrop of the Cairngorms.
The River Beauly is a bit of a hidden gem near Inverness through lovely countryside with the end of this particular stretch of the river being a spectacular gorge.
Our most challenging gorge walking venue. Everything is bigger, from the jumps and slides to the waterfalls and water-chutes. You must be able to swim for this one!
In Your Element rock climbing sessions are tailored to suit the group’s needs, from introductory coaching to developing technique on more difficult pitches.
Weaseling is a family-friendly, group activity. It is varied and challenging and includes a journey of adventure through a boulder field dating back to the ice age.
Explore awesome off-road bike trails around Inverness & Loch Ness, on trails suited to your group’s riding ability using our awesome Marin e-Bikes.
Explore lovely Loch Dochfour while you get used to paddling your tandem canoe before setting off down the River Ness towards the bustling town of Inverness. This is a lovely tour that takes you from the quiet countryside to the city of Inverness.
A fun-filled, laid-back outdoor event with a Scottish twist – our Highland Games events at Inverness are always fun.
Our archery sessions are the perfect group activity for all the family, groups of friends, or work colleagues. Fun for kids and big kids alike.
A gentle, 3-hour canoe tour on the historic Caledonian Canal between Dochgarroch and the outskirts of the Highland Capital of Inverness.
This archery session takes place at the Forest Holidays retreat at Strathyre. It’s the perfect group fun activity for all the family.
Axe throwing is the perfect activity to test your skills against family or friends. It’s fun, competitive, addictive and some say very therapeutic!
Explore the jewel in the crown of Loch Lomond – its historic islands by Canadian canoe and by foot.
A family-friendly canoeing session on picturesque Loch Lubnaig, in the heart of the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park.
Have fun learning standup paddleboarding on lovely Loch Lubnaig under the watchful eye of our experienced instructor.
The jewels in the crown of Loch Lomond – its historic islands. On this magical canoe tour you will get the chance to explore the islands of world-famous Loch Lomond.
A fabulous water-based team challenge activity on the stunning Loch Lomond.
A fun-filled, laid-back outdoor event with a Scottish twist – our Highland Games events at Loch Lomond are always fun.
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.
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!
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.
A great introduction to the joys of gorge walking. Ideally suited to younger families and less adventurous adults.
4-6 seater katakanu hire at Loch Tay Highland Lodges, Killin.
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!
A fabulous water and land-based team treasure event on and around Loch Tay.
Explore Loch Tay, learn about the area, spot the local wildlife & stop on secluded beaches for hot drinks and shortbread snack (or a swim) – a truly memorable experience.
A fun-filled, laid-back outdoor event with a Scottish twist – our Highland Games events at Loch Tay, Scotland are always fun.
Are you adventurous and enjoy scrambling rocks, plunging into beautiful clear highland pools, and sit under fresh waterfalls what’s not to like about that?
Enjoy an exhilarating couple of hours scrambling, climbing, swimming, and enjoying multiple BIG jumps into deep pools in a fantastic location.
Pebble boats have a small 4hp outboard engine and are tiller-steered from the engine itself, with a maximum carrying capacity of 4 people.
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.
A fantastic descent of the majestic River Spey by canoe over 3, 4 or 5 days. One of the ‘Big 4’ rivers that is a must for the touring canoeist in Scotland.
A fabulous Great Glen Canoe Trail adventure, travelling by Canadian canoe across Scotland from Fort William on the West Coast to Inverness in the East.
An extraordinary journey taking you from over 1200m above sea level and then down the River Spey by canoe to the sea. An awesome wild experience.
If you haven’t been lucky enough to kayak on the West Coast of Scotland, this is for you. Practice existing skills or learn to kayak on the spectacular West Highlands coast.
Paddle and ramble your way along the wild coast, hidden lochs and high peaks of Scotland’s revered ‘Misty Isle’, The Isle of Skye
Giving a huge sense of achievement, abseiling is a physically easy but mentally challenging activity.
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.
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.
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.
Prepare for an axe-ceptional adventure like no other with our thrilling axe-throwing session!
Mountain biking over hills, through glens and forests you’ll find trails, tracks and bike centres, surrounded by some of the most awesome scenery imaginable.
Our bushcraft skills experiences will introduce you to essential skills of bushcraft & survival, teaching you how to put them to good use in a survival situation.
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.
Guided walks exploring Scotland’s wonderfully wild forests, hills, lochs and rivers, tailored to your group.
Looking for an unforgettable group experience – our authentic Highland Games event offers the perfect blend of Scottish tradition, friendly competition, and guaranteed laughter!
Quickly becoming the fastest growing paddlesport in the UK, Stand Up Paddleboarding is must try activity!
Sea kayaking at awesome Scottish coastal locations for novices to find their feet, or perhaps more exposed sea conditions for the confident paddler.
A host of mental and physical challenges results in THE most awesome, team challenge fun!
A 5-day team building experience that will test to the limits both mentally and physically with a combination of canoe skills, team challenges and mountain climbs.
