Choose your adventure! Challenge yourself as you abseil, jump, climb, slide, and zipline your way through the canyon. We offer trips suitable for all levels, from adrenaline-filled excursions to family-friendly adventures.
Canyoning is an action-packed adventure through ancient watercourses in stunning hidden locations. Experience hiking, swimming, cliff jumping, sliding, and abseiling amidst deep pools, beautiful waterfalls, and natural obstacles. We have a range of options to suit you, so have a read, and let us know which experience you're after!
Murray's Canyon
Hidden within the stunning Galloway Forest, Murray’s Canyon offers an action-packed adventure from beginning to end. With abseils of various sizes, jumps, and slides, this canyon guarantees an unforgettable experience. Suitable for all skill levels, including optional larger jumps, it's a thrilling challenge for the adventurous. Get ready to explore Murray’s Canyon and push your boundaries.
King Roberts Canyon
After a short hike, you'll hear the rumble of King Roberts Canyon, known for its technical challenges like abseils and jumps. With integral elements for all levels, it's an unmissable adventure, promising excitement and discovery at every turn. While suitable for canyoners of all abilities, many elements are integral to navigating this canyon, making it an inescapable adventure until the exit. Brace yourself for an exhilarating excursion.
Half Days
Unsure about which trip to choose? Or perhaps a full day of canyoning feels a bit overwhelming. Our half-day trips in the upper and lower sections of Murray's canyon are the perfect solution. Tailored for families and adventurers alike, these excursions are brimming with everything you need for an epic canyoning adventure! Featuring exhilarating abseils and impressive jumps, this trip is guaranteed to set your heart racing.
Newton Stewart provides the perfect backdrop for your canyoning adventure, with Murray’s Canyon and King Roberts Canyon nestled in the scenic Galloway Forest and Merrick Hills respectively.
For Murray's Canyon, we will meet you at Grey Mares Tail Bridge, Newton Stewart, DG87BL.
For King Roberts Canyon, we will meet you at Upper Bruce's Stone Car Park, Newton Stewart, DG8 6SU.
Participants must be able to swim. The minimum required age is 11 years old. Participants aged 11 to 16 require parental or guardian consent.
Canyoning with us ensures an unforgettable adventure in natural landscapes. Our expert guides prioritise your safety, with full safety measures in place. We provide personalised experiences tailored to all skill levels, promising thrills and excitement for all adventurers.
Please wear swimwear for underneath your wetsuit. Please also bring suitable footwear with closed toes and good grip.
Yes, our canyoning trips cater to all levels of experience. Our guides will provide instruction and assistance throughout the adventure, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for beginners. For those with some experience, we will ramp up the adventure depending on your preferences!
Participants must be at least 11 years old to join our canyoning trips. Minors aged 11 to 16 require parental or guardian consent.
Yes, all participants are required to sign a liability waiver before the start of the trip. This waiver acknowledges the inherent risks associated with canyoning.
Participants aged 11 to 16 will need their parent or guardian to sign a consent form, which can be provided via email or signed on the day of the trip.
Yes! Please use our booking form to select your date, then select 10am or 2pm for your half-day adventure. You can use the dropdown list to select your half-day location.
About the centre
Newton Stewart
We partner with Rewilding Britain to help protect our natural spaces for future adventures.
All centres are vetted for safety and quality. Your adventure is in good hands with adventuro.
Operated by Galloway Canyoning, a partner of adventuro.
