Coast & Countryside

Go wild in the country

It can get as wild as you want in Carmarthenshire. The rugged coastline and stunning countryside provide the perfect backdrop for those near-the-edge experiences and have turned the county into a magnet for thrill-seekers from all over the UK.

Just for starters you can jump over cliffs, leap over rocks, swim between the gaps and explore secluded caves - just try not to get washed out to sea! Then you might abseil down a cliff or two in true superhero style before taking a white-knuckle ride on a river canoe.

Then enjoy a few hours of mucky mayhem with a choice of a mud-assault courses, heart-racing four-wheel drives and go-karting for the serious boy racers. Phew... all that makes the surfing, horse riding and rock climbing seem like a walk in the park.

These adrenalin-pumping activities make fantastic team-building exercises and help develop skills in communication, co-operation, risk, trust and motivation.

Whatever challenge you choose in Carmarthenshire the emphasis is always on fun. You’ll leave feeling exhilarated and longing to return. Here’s a selection of our favourite thrills offered by some of the biggest names in the field of adrenalin adventures...

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Paintball & Laser Combat

Leave you're computer games at home and get outside and play a REAL combat game, with REAL action and REAL adrenaline. Paintball is great for real thrill seekers & laser combat is a fun alternative for younger players or those who don't want bruises! Come and play on some of the most exciting game areas in Wales, with real military vehicles, buildings and even a castle!!

Coasteering

Everybody’s talking about this latest craze. The awesome activity of Coasteering was developed here in South West Wales and has become one of Britain’s fastest-growing adventure sports. It involves squeezing into a wetsuit and donning hard hat before working your way around the coast at sea-level. Sounds easy? Maybe when you’re on a beach but it’s a little more hairy when you’re beneath the craggy cliffs and can feel the power of the ocean.

Sea Kayaking/River Canoeing

Fantastic fun for water-babies of all abilities. Choose the sea and explore the secluded coves and caves. Choose the fresh-water experience and do battle with the rapids in some of the best runs in Wales.

Quad Biking

You’ll get muddy when you give this thrilling activity a go but don’t worry, protective clothing is provided. Choose from farm and woodland terrain as you set off at top speed, dodging the obstacles along the way.

Mud Assault Course

This army style course develops individual fitness, self-confidence and team co-operation through various challenges: scramble nets, walkways, water tunnels, rope swings etc. Look out for the famous shoe grave, the swamp, and the tunnel of doom. A great family activity.

Karting

Outdoor karting is the ultimate in speed and thrills. Go for it Grand Prix style and show your mates what you’re made of and you take the corners in true Schumacher spirit!