Gorge Scrambling Adventure

Gorge Scrambling at the Truim Falls

The Truim Falls is located near Newtonmore and Dalwhinnie just twenty minute from Aviemore suited in the Cairngorms National Park. This is one of Scotland’s classic Gorge Scrambling venues for adrenaline seekers so it is perfectly located for anyone up on holiday in the Aviemore & Cairngorms area! In short if you don’t already know what to expect from the photos at the top of the page, it is a fantastic experience with flumes, swimming, rock slides, scrambling and jumps ranging from 1 ft up to 20 ft providing something for everyone.

This activity is best suited to everyone aged 6 and upwards who want an amazing adventure day in the water. The meeting place is at the venue (google maps link below), you will then kit up and head into the gorge for your adventure. 

A typical Itinerary would be to meet your instructor at the venue in the morning at 10:00. You will then kit up and spend the few hours in the stunning Truim gorge; scrambling, jumping, sliding and travelling down flumes before culminating in the biggest jump (20 ft).

We normally do 2 runs of the gorge, we start at the top and travel downriver taking in many of the features on the way and getting used to the water before we then work our way back up river challenging ourselves on the many features to get up and around – we travel past the biggest jump and up to below the main road bridge before returning to the big jump to finish for those who wish to. 

Firstly, you will most certainly get wet – you can expect to be in the water the majority of the sessions bar the times we step out to do the jumps. As a matter of fact, our venue has jumps ranging from just a foot (perfect for practice and building water confidence for kids) for the wee kids all the way to jumps of 20ft for the incredibly brave! In short, one of the most amazing adventures you can have in the Aviemore & Cairngorms area is to gorge scramble! Guided by our expert instructors, you will have a thrilling adventure.

The venue we use for our gorge scrambling sessions has been carved & eroded from the Scottish river over millions of years and is just a short drive 20 minute from Aviemore making it easily accessible for people while you are on holiday. Ultimately, the erosion has formed natural slides & chutes, jumps up to 20ft, deep pools and shower sections to navigate and scramble through– This is a challenging experience providing a truly adventurous day out in Scotland. It is hemmed in by beautiful Scottish Pine trees and the river itself extends out of the pass of Drumochter into the River Spey.

We are proud to recommend local accommodation options within the area for people when you are up for your gorge scrambling Adventure:

Aviemore:

Youth Hostel A budget friendly option for people.

Coylumbridge Hotel Aviemroe – good for groups and families alike.

Premier Inn – always a good shout.

Rothiemurchus Campsite – situated in the stunning forest, this is a beautiful budget friendly option.

Glenmore Campsite – situated at Scotland’s highest beach, Loch Morlich has phenomenal views across to Cairngorm Mountain.

Newtonmore & Surrounding Areas:

https://www.wherestagsroar.co.uk/ award winning accommodation in the Highlands – perfect to stay at while up on an outdoor adventure.

Invernahavon Caravan Park – a bit quieter than the others as it is a little further away from the hustle and bustle of Aviemore.

Dalraddy Holiday Park – a family and dog friendly campsite.

We pride ourselves on providing as much kit as possible for you.  However, the list below is what we recommend you should bring to your Gorge Scrambling Adventure:

• Something to go underneath a wetsuit – swimwear or a spare pair of underwear. (We do provide swimshorts to wear over the top of the wetsuit for greater style and modesty.)
• Travel insurance. (We are insured for all our trips, but we recommend everyone has their own travel insurance as well.)
• Transportation to the venue. (We may be able to help with this though – if you need transportation please drop us an enquiry and we can see what we can do to help.)
• Lunch, water.
• Personal medication
• Towel (if you wish – we do supply changing robes which are effectively a towel unto themselves but most people like a towel as well).

Here at Highland Outdoor Adventures, we pride ourselves on providing as much as we can but you are welcome to bring your own equipment if you do prefer. The list below is what we provide you with on the day of your Gorge Scrambling Adventure.

• Buoyancy aids.
• Wetsuits
• Helmets.
• Neoprene wetsuit boots (we are unique in this amongst companies locally).
• Swimshorts to go over the top of wetsuits.
• All first aid and safety equipment.
• Photographs of the day provided for you at no extra cost!
• Expert instructors.
• Changing robes or a pop up tent for those who require additional privacy.