The 12 Best Coasteering Spots in Wales
To get started with coasteering, you really need an expert guide who can take you safely around the coastline without the risk of getting cut off by tides or disturbing local sea life. That’s why we’ve recommended the 12 best coasteering spots in Wales, and the best operators who work there, so you can plan a fantastic day swimming in the swell and climbing over crags.
Heard about coasteering but not sure what it even is? Coasteering actually originated in Pembrokeshire in the 1980s, where surfers decided to expand their coastal adventures beyond riding the waves.
Coasteering is an action-packed way of exploring Wales’ magnificent coastline whilst appreciating the wildlife and sea life you’ll find there. Expect to hop between rocks and scramble over shorelines – and if you feel like it, you can even get involved with some cliff-jumping.
Coasteering in Pembrokeshire
If you’re planning to go coasteering in South Wales, we’d absolutely recommend coasteering in Pembrokeshire – it’s where coasteering was first pioneered in1986.
TYF Coasteering
Something would be truly amiss if we didn’t mention TYF Coasteering on a list of the best coasteering spots in Wales, seeing as they first pioneered the sport.
Scramble, leap, climb, swim and explore your way around the Pembrokeshire coastline. Choose the pace of your adventure – from a jam-packed, adrenaline-filled rush to a session that’s more suited for families.
TYF pride themselves on providing nature-friendly, health-giving exploration for everyone, and are deeply invested in being as ecologically-conscious as possible.
Celtic Quest Coasteering
Celtic Quest are award-winning operators, so you can rest easy knowing that you’re in the safe hands. That said, you’ll be encouraged to release your wild side on this coasteering adventure, taking part in whatever level of dare devil activity best suits you.
The class will take place in Abereiddy Bay, from which you’ll be able to admire the wonderful Welsh coastline and local wildlife.
Preseli Venture
Five-star activity centre Preseli Venture offers so much more than just coasteering (though, of course, that’s one of its main draws!). Make the most of your time away in Pembrokeshire by staying in their eco lodge accommodation before planning an action-packed day of coasteering around the coast. You’ll enjoy cave exploring, sea swimming, rock climbing – you name it.
Tenby Coasteering
Tenby is one of Wales’ top seaside towns, boasting both quaintness and charm. If you want to take a step away from the delightful streets and get acquainted with the coastline, however, plot a coasteering adventure with Tenby Coasteering. They’re really keen for you to have the best time possible and will match the adventure to your skill level accordingly.
Coasteering in Gower
Gower in West Wales is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, boasting glorious cliffs, crumbling sea arches and a huge tidal range. What better way to experience this unique coastline than by getting involved in some coasteering?
RipNRock
Located only an hour from Cardiff and half an hour from Swansea, RipNRock’s coasteering adventures will have you appreciating the seals and otters in between cliff jumps and sea swims. All experience levels are welcome and all equipment is provided.
Down to Earth Project
Plan a half day or a full day of coasteering from Caswell Beach and explore the beautiful coastline as you’ve never seen it before with the Down to Earth Project.
This operator is a social enterprise that specialises in sustainability education and natural building – they’re truly invested in improving health and wellbeing, and partner with researchers including Swansea University to investigate the positive impact of their work for mental wellness.
Gower Activities Centres
With two locations, you’d be forgiven for feeling like you get double the sand, sea and fun at this place. Choose to visit the Gower Activity Centre at Port Eynon or Tossili and experience an action-packed visit – you can also stay onsite if you’d like.
Experience one of the best coasteering spots in Wales at the ‘wrecker’s coast’ of Gower, under the watchful eye of expert instructors and live out your coasteering dreams knowing you’re in the best hands.
Hawk Adventures
Hawk Adventures provides a wide range of outdoor activities across the whole of South Wales. They can operate a coasteering trip from both the Gower Peninsula or at Ogmore closer to Bridgend, depending on your location. They’re an award-winning provider and will introduce you to the beauty of the Gower coastline in new, fresh ways.
Coasteering in Anglesey
Like Gower, almost all of Anglesey is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the best options for coasteering in this North Wales spot located around Holy Island.
Anglesey Outdoors
Anglesey Outdoors offer something for everyone – you can take a hardcore, action-packed adventure trip or participate in a more gentle eco-coasteering day, depending on your comfort level and experience. Either way, you’ll come face to face with the remarkable Welsh coastline as you’ve never experienced it before.
North Wales Active
The guys at North Wales Active will tailor your coasteering adventure to suit you – you can even book a bespoke private session if you’re keen to get coasteering one-on-one with an expert guide. Start at Port Dafarch and head out along the coastline.
Want to explore a little further? You can also add an abseiling or climbing activity to your coasteering day if you’d like to do so.
Anglesey Adventures
If you’re super keen to get your heart racing and your blood pumping, book an ‘Extreme Coasteering’ experience with Anglesey Adventures and prepare for excellent fun.
Alternatively, half or full days of coasteering are offered, which can be adjusted according to the needs of families and other participants.
Snowdonia Adventures
Snowdonia Adventures pride themselves on offering unforgettable experiences in North Wales, so you know that coasteering with them will absolutely hit the mark. Sessions take place on the Island of Anglesey and Holyhead, where you’ll learn to traverse tricky cliff edges and swim in the surrounding sea.
Explore more adventure sports and water activities in our things to do section.
