11 Best adventure activities & adrenaline sports in Scotland

Bungee jumping is one of the ultimate adventure activities in Scotland and an experience you're going to remember for the rest of your life. In Scotland you can take your pick between free-falling into the lush surroundings of Highland Perthshire at Killiecrankie or leaping off Titan Crane in Glasgow (yes, a real-life, A-listed historic crane!). The Killecrankie location also offers the Highland Swing and the new exciting Zip Park, letting you zip from tree to tree across the mighty River Garry.

Try it: In Killiecrankie or Glasgow with Highland Fling Bungee, who run both sites.

Feel the pull of the thermal currents as you glide gracefully through Scotland's open skies. When it comes to outdoor activities in Scotland, paragliding offers truly unique views of our stunning landscapes, as well as the rushing thrill of flying through the air.

Try it: At Tinto Hill in Biggar with Cloudbusters Paragliding & Paramotoring Centre. The centre provide fun day taster sessions and BHPA Certified courses to suit all levels with experienced, friendly and instructors on hand to guide you.

When it comes to adrenaline sports in Scotland, nothing beats the high-octane thrill of motor racing. If you've always dreamt of getting behind the wheel of a racing car, a Ferrari F430, an E-Type Jaguar or an Aston Martin, this is an unmissable experience in Scotland.

Try it: Near Dunfermline in Fife at Knockhill Racing Circuit - the only internationally graded racing circuit in Scotland. Get to grips with the impressive 1.3 mile-long track and test your driving skills on the twists, climbs and drops.

With landscapes this rugged and breathtaking, it's no wonder that Scotland is famed as a top mountain biking location. Get off road and feel the air whooshing past as you tackle obstacles, dips, and jumps in some of Scotland's most beautiful places. Guaranteed smiles all round!

Try it: In the Scottish Borders at the 7stanes mountain biking centre is beautiful Glentress Forest. This 7stanes centre boasts trails to suit all levels of experience, from a family-friendly easy-graded green trail to a severe-graded black trail that includes huge climbs and hair-raising descents - you're guaranteed a thrilling adventure in Scotland.

Challenge your fellow land yachters to a race along the sands. Using the wind for propulsion, land yachting takes the gracefulness of sailing and combines it with the high adrenaline thrill of motor racing - an outdoor adventure in Scotland that's guaranteed to leave everyone happy and smiling.

Try it: In St Andrews with Blown Away Experiences. The wide beach at West Sands is ideal for racing, plus Blown Away Experiences offer twin land yachts so younger kids can join the fun too (children aged 5 - 12 must ride with an adult).

With five ski resorts, Scotland is the best place in the UK for snowboarding. Adventure activities in Scotland don't get much better than feeling the snow glide under your feet as you zoom down the slopes of a mountain. All that chilled fresh air is bound to work up your appetite for afterwards too!

Try it: In the Cairngorms National Park at CairnGorm Mountain - perfect for beginners and more advanced snowboarders who are looking to hone their trick skills in the terrain park and a skills park.

Grab your white water rafting crew and set your course on one of Scotland's ferocious white water rivers. Steer your way through rapids and plunge down heart pumping drops for a thrilling adventure in Scotland. Top tip - river rapids are even more extreme after rainfall when water levels are higher.

Try it: With Nae Limits in Perthshire, who have a range of white water rafting options for beginners and extreme thrill seekers alike, or with ACE Adventures who offer white water rafting trips in various locations, including on the rivers Findhorn, Tay and Tummel.

Feel the pull of the kite above you as your kiteboard cuts through the turquoise waters below your feet. Kite surfing takes a little bit of wakeboarding, paragliding and surfing and delivers one high-adrenaline sport on top of the water.

Try it: On the stunning Isle of Tiree with Wild Diamond Watersports. With its flat water, curving horseshoe shape and shallow gradient, beautiful Gott Bay at the east side of the island is the perfect place to learn to kite surf, as well as other activities in Scotland too.

When it comes to outdoor adventure sports in Scotland, canyoning has to be at the top of our list. Not many people can say they've jumped off a cliff into a deep-water pool before slipping and sliding down a natural water flume - try canyoning and you can though!

Try it: In Fort William with Vertical Descents. As the Outdoor Capital of the UK, Fort William offers some of the best outdoor experiences possible. Its towering mountains, deep glens and fast flowing waterfalls make it the perfect place to try canyoning.

If you thought Scotland was beautiful above the water, wait until you see what lies below the waves. Experience the thrill of weightlessly moving through the water and see creatures such as fish, crabs, and octopus in their natural environment.

Try it: In Oban with Puffin Dive Centre, who offer guided dives for experienced divers and beginner tuition.

Get to grips with a different kind of adventure activity - rock climbing. There are several places you can try indoor rock climbing in Scotland, including Edinburgh International Climbing Arena and Alien Rock in Edinburgh. Make a day of it with friends and family and learn the ropes of how to scale the walls with ease. You can also try rock climbing courses in Scotland too with various providers if you want to expand your knowledge and skills even more.

Please note, outdoor rock climbing with use of ropes can be dangerous and should only be attempted by experienced climbers or instructors.

Try it: in our cities. Head to Glasgow Climbing Centre, Ice-Factor near Glencoe, or Transition Extreme Sports in Aberdeen.

Mountaineering in Scotland is hugely rewarding, with breathtaking views, a healthy bit of exercise, and a fresh breeze in your face. There are plenty of mountains to climb in Scotland, from towering Munros, challenging Corbetts, and stunning Grahams, all with a myriad of scenery and landscapes to enjoy. If you are thinking of heading out into the mountains and rugged terrain, make sure you're prepared - Mountaineering Scotland has lots of great information; from what to wear, equipment to bring with, safety tips and more.

Try it: Ben Ghlas and Ben Lawers near Loch Tay, An Stac in Fort William, or Culter Fell in the Scottish Borders, to name a few.

Hop on two wheels and glide around with a unique Segway experience in Scotland. A great outdoor activity for families big and small, add it into your exciting itinerary and it's sure to be a memorable adventure in Scotland. Head on a tour or an off-road Segway experience to see local sights and surrounding nature.

Try it: at the Scottish Segway Centre in Falkirk, In Your Element at Loch Tay, or in Glencoe.

Embrace your inner Tarzan, or Jane, and test your mettle with a tree top adventure in Scotland. You can find hundreds of tree top walks and high rope courses in Scotland where you can put your balance and monkey skills to the test - it's also a great day out for the whole family to get involved in!

Try it: at Go Ape at Glentress, Dalkeith in Edinburgh, and Aberfoyle near Aberdeen, TreeZone in Aviemore, and at the Nevis Range.