My son and I had a fantastic afternoon coasteering with Adam. Would thoroughly recommend this activity with Blue Coast Surf and Paddle.
My 17 and 14 yo went on the coasteering trip- they absolutely loved it! Highly recommend this to anyone in the area. Big thank you to Adam - we will be back next year!
We had such an awesome time coasteering today. Adam makes you feel safe and confident to push yourself out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself!
I booked this for family and partners, four people in their 20s, during a holiday in the North East. They had a brilliant time. Adam was, they told me, a lovely guy. He taught them a lot about wildlife and put together an entertaining morning where they felt in safe hands but were given the chance to explore and challenge themselves. Would recommend.
Amazing Coasteering Session !
100% recommend and keen to try out another activity offered in the future.
Booking: Easy to view the activities available online and booking is straightforward and the requirements are clear for what you will need for the activities and where to meet.
Activity: All instructions were clearly given with safety talks before heading out and also during the session. Pace of the activity is suited to the group allowing everyone to challenge themselves and not feel rushed or forced. The coasteering route was great with views out to the sea and offered a range of jumps into the sea (avoiding jellyfish!).
Very tankful to Blue Coast Surf & Paddle for a fantastic summer session in the sea.
Superb experience. Adam was lovely. Great for kids.
Absolutely brilliant experience. We did SUP (Fin), Surfing (Toby) and Coasteering (Adam). Extremely professional service, really easy to book and very clear instructions. All the instructors were very knowledgeable, excellent tutors and all over good guys! Equipment was good and everything ran to plan. Amazing watching my 8yr old catch her first surfing wave standing up after only an hour! My 14yr absolutely loved the jumps during coasteering and getting out into the water. It's given us the confidence to go and buy our own SUPs and some lifetime family memories. Would definitely recommend to any family
Great morning coasteering with Adam and Toby with my son and rest of group. Safety kit was all in top condition and felt safe and well looked after. Great views and chat about the coast and life living there. Would recommend
Absolutely fantastic experience, Adam was a great guide and good fun. Highly recommend 👌
Booked the family group coasteering activity for my family. They absolutely loved it and voted it the best activity they did this holiday. They can’t wait to go again on their next visit.
The session was really well run, professional and safe, not to mention a lot of fun! There was no pressure to do the bigger jumps, just encouragement. Me and my boys had an absolutely fantastic day, thank you so much!
This was a great experience. Our instructor Adam was brilliant and his instructions on safety and how to do everything was very clear. Our group done the Coasteering adventure and it’s something you should try it was very fun. I will definitely be back to do it again.
We went on the family coasteering trip and had an absolutely fantastic experience! We had children with us ranging from ages 10 to 15, and the activities were perfectly tailored to suit all age levels. The guides did a brilliant job making sure everyone felt safe, confident, and included. From clambering up the rock sides to jumping into the sea, every moment was full of excitement and fun. Every member of our family thoroughly enjoyed it, an adventure we’d highly recommend to any family looking for something active and unique!
We did private family coasteering this morning at Portknockie. It was a wonderful experience and Adam was a fantastic guide and we felt safe the whole time. We were so grateful for his patience especially as our youngest was worried about jellyfish. Definitely recommend.
My 15yr old son and I, had the best time this afternoon, out coasteering with Adam.
Once kitted up we received a comprehensive safety talk which set us up and we were on our way.
Two hours of swimming, climbing, jumping, exploring, at times, pushing ourselves out of our comfort zones, but always knowing there was absolutely no pressure to do anything you didn't feel comfortable doing.
We had the luxury of being out just the two of us, with Adam, for some Mother and son bonding time.
I thoroughly recommend this experience, as does my son who absolutely loved every minute of it.
The whole set up is very professional whilst still maintaining a friendly vibe.
Photos and videos were taken here and there, with our permission which was completely unobtrusive and which left us with some lasting pictoral memories too, which is always nice to keep.
Thanks again to Adam and his team for such an amazing afternoon 🩵💙
Had a great day coasteering along at portknockie, great lads and good fun for all abilities. Really worth doing
Excellent morning of coasteering with superb views and adrenaline fuelled adventure ending at Bow Fiddle rock. Adam our guide was very good, and his knowledge of the area is clearly visible. I think maybe he had an easy morning with us in a good way, with our background we all got stuck in, didn't have to ask twice, straight into higher jumps and the conditions were perfect. I would highly recommend Blue Coast for your adventure. Great communication from start to end.
Fabulous coasteering trip - excellent relaxed and professional adventure. Adam ensured our whole diverse group challenged and enjoyed themselves from aged 22-61, Adrenaline seekers to first time rock jumper. Fab time
My Grandson and family did coasteering for his birthday and had an amazing experience led by Adam who was very professional and gave them an exciting fun filled 2hrs scaling the rocks off Portknockie and Jumping into the sea, the whole family loved it and I would highly recommend this fun filled activity for family fun days. Thank you so much Adam ☺️
We had a safe but absolutly thrilling Coasteering Adventure.
Coasteering is a fun and exhilarating adventure which offers a unique perspective of our rugged coastline; Portknockie is a world-class venue for this activity! Encounters with a diverse range of bird and sealife are possible, from razorbills & gannets to dolphins & seals. We look forward to welcoming you at Blue Coast!
Please bring a pair of old trainers with laces that you don't mind getting wet (closed toe footwear, not Crocs or wetsuit shoes).
Please also bring a towel, sunscreen, and water. We recommend you arrive with swimwear on (for under your wetsuit) as it makes it easier to get changed at the beach.
We provide cosy 5mm thick winter wetsuits and wetsuit socks and gloves, as well as quality buoyancy aids and helmets.
All of our guides are highly trained at our venue as Coasteer Guides as well as being qualified lifeguards, in the water with you to guide your adventure and keep you safe.
1:6 maximum guide to participant ratio. An immersive adventure in the marine environment.
Climb, jump and swim the Portknockie coastline to the iconic Bow Fiddle Rock.
Carefully designed routes to cater for all, from beginner adventures to seasoned thrill-seekers. All challenges are optional, but fun and adventure are guaranteed!
Give the gift of adventure to a loved one. A memorable experience in a beautiful location.
Whether you're on your own or with a group of friends, all are welcome at Blue Coast. We're focused on providing the best possible experience for your needs.
Want to book a private group like a stag or hen do? No worries. Want to combine coasteering with another activity? No problem.
We offer group discounts for larger groups: corporate & workplace team-building / stag & hen dos etc. Contact us to enquire.
Coasteering is a brilliant group activity for the whole family. Your age, fitness, or experience don't matter; fun will be had by all! We offer coasteering to ages 8+ as part of our private family group adventures.
An ideal way to make memories together on your visit to Portknockie.
See our booking system for special prices on private family group lessons.
Coasteering offers an unforgettable experience - and what better way to do it than as a couple!
You'll immerse yourself in the rugged coastal environment and see parts of the coastline you'd otherwise be unable to get to, making adventurous memories with your partner.
See our booking system for special prices on couple's adventures.
Coasteering is a unique and adventurous way to immerse yourself and be guided through the intertidal zone, allowing you to explore and reach areas you would otherwise be unable to access. Coasteering incorporates wild swimming, low level traversing/climbing, and deep-water cliff jumps.
We have carefully designed our routes to cater for all, from beginner adventures to seasoned thrill-seekers. All challenges are optional, but fun and adventure are guaranteed!
No not at all. You don’t have to do any of the jumps if you don’t want to. We always start small and work our way up.
Our coasteering sessions are about exploring and journeying along the coastline, enjoying the unique perspective and experience. Jumping is a part of the adventure but not the only element, and all jumps are optional.
You will always be given the option to challenge yourself, whether that is a small jump or large but in no way will you be pressured into doing something you are uncomfortable with.
Yes, Coasteering is very safe. It is however an adventurous activity and as such allows for a certain amount of risk. Your guide will always dynamically assess the risk benefit of the activity and adjust for the conditions and participants ability / level of confidence. Your safety is our absolute priority and activities will never run in unsafe conditions.
Our coasteering guides are all qualified lifeguards and National Coasteering Charter trained Coasteer guides who are assessed by an external technical expert at our venue to the highest standard. We are fully insured by Activities Industry Mutual and licensed by the Adventure Activity Licensing Authority.
Cosy 5mm thick winter wetsuits, buoyancy aids, and helmets are included. We have a wide range of wetsuits to cater for all shapes and sizes. Please bring a pair of trainers that you don't mind getting wet (closed toe footwear that is secure to the foot, not Crocs or wetsuit shoes), and if you arrive with swimwear on under your clothes it will be easier to get changed into our wetsuits.
It's also advisable to bring sunscreen, water, and a towel. And your sense of adventure!
Yes. 99% of the people that join us have no prior coasteering experience.
We ask that everybody taking part in our coasteering adventures can swim 25 metres unaided. This means swimming one length of a standard length swimming pool.
You will be wearing a buoyancy aid which will assist you in the water and all of our guides are qualified lifeguards, with you at all times to assist in the water.
Ages 12+ are welcome to join our open group Coasteering Adventures. Our private Family Coasteering Adventures are suitable for ages 8+.
You're never too old to get in the sea and have a go!
The water temperature in the Moray Firth ranges from 7-15°C. We find our high-quality 5mm thick winter wetsuits keep our customers toasty, as well as gloves, wetsuit socks, and hoods if needed. We've had no complaints! You should be warm and comfortable for the duration of your adventure with us.
Providing you meet the minimum requirement of 25 metres swimming capability and you have no current health issues or injuries preventing you from taking part in physical activity you can participate.
We have a wide range of wetsuits to cater for all shapes and sizes.
