Welcome to Bala Adventure & Watersports
What happens to my booking?
As we’re beginning to see across some parts of the world, we are confident that this crisis, although hugely challenging and difficult to bear, is short term and we remain confident that we will commence operations again very soon.
We will not be issuing refunds, but please rest assured, you remain very important to us and your booking with us continues to be valid and will merely be postponed until operations are resumed for up to 18 months.
We look forward to welcoming you in the near future and to providing you with an extraordinary experience to remember!
Bala Watersports offers the adventure and excitement of outdoor pursuits, to individuals, families, schools and groups. Our highly skilled and qualified instructors will ensure you have a fantastic time, whether you're a complete beginner, have some limited experience, or are on a more advanced course. We have a wide range of activities on offer, including canoeing/kayaking, climbing/abseiling, windsurfing, sailing, archery, camp craft, raft building, mountain biking, powerboating, hill walking, gorge walking, and whitewater rafting.
Here in Bala, North Wales, we've got beautiful mountain scenery, a stunning National Park, and arguably the best beginners' and improvers' watersports lake in the UK. Throw in great value for money, and the warm and friendly atmosphere of a family-run business, and you're set for a wonderful time. Come and join in the adventure with us!
Book An Adventure With Us
Dates available for all activities Instant confirmation via email Based in the Snowdonia National Park
Governing body (RYA, BCU) accredited courses available Safe adventure activities, excellent kit, expert coaching Trusted adventure and watersports experts since 1997
Canoeing & Kayaking
From gushing white water to gentle river journeys, North Wales has got it all. Whether you're improving your personal canoeing skills, or chasing qualifications, we have the right canoeing and kayaking course for you.
Climbing & Abseiling
We can offer you craggy mountains or sheer slate walls to climb and abseil. We teach every level, from beginner to Spider-Man! Come and learn (or improve) your skills in Snowdonia - the birthplace of modern rock climbing!
Archery & Camp Craft
"Once more unto the breach, dear friends..." The Welsh archers were feared in Agincourt, so conjure up their spirit as you do battle with our targets. Our archery sessions are great fun, providing a sense of real achievement, with a dash of healthy competition!
Mountain Biking
Whether it's a strenuous forestry single-track or a rollercoaster of glorious downhills and jaw-dropping views of our lake, we have it all! By the end of your mountain biking course, we'll have you dancing on the pedals and wishing that you lived here in North Wales!
Windsurfing
An exhilarating windsurfing session is just the thing to blow the cobwebs away, as you zip across the water at high speeds. Whether this will be your first time in a harness, or you're looking to gybe again like you did last summer, we have the windsurfing course for you.
Sailing
Half day sailing tasters, RYA levels 1 and 2, seamanship skills, navigation and safety instruction, day skipper or boat-related first aid. Bala Watersports offers the full sailing package, in a stunning location with predictable winds.
Gorge Walking
Gorge walking, also known as canyoning, involves abseiling down waterfalls, plunging into deep pools, bum-sliding down fast-flowing torrents, traversing slippery wet rock and experiencing the beauty of Welsh rivers. It's an experience you won't soon forget!
Raft Building
Guaranteed to make you laugh and get you wet! Raft building is an ideal choice for team-building or good old fashioned family fun. You'll be given all you need to design and build a vessel sturdy enough for you all to board. What will unravel first - your team or your lashings?
