Posts Tagged ‘coasteering’

Rivers in Flood in the Brecon Beacons

Tuesday, September 6th, 2011

These are the rivers Mellte and Sychryd in flood during November 2010. In this video you can see the famous waterfalls Sgwd Clun-Gwyn, Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn on the River Mellte and Bwa Maen on the River Sychryd. These are situated within the famous waterfalls area of the National Park. However the waterfalls in this video are almost unrecognisable due to the volume of water. The noise alone is awesome!

Top 10 Activities

Monday, September 5th, 2011

These are Call of the Wild’s top 10 activities:-

Why not create your own Activity Weekend?

If you can’t see what you want then you can pick and mix accommodation, meals, activities and transport to create your very own package.

Team Building

Monday, September 5th, 2011

Team Building Activities and Ideas

  • Outdoor team building ideas in WalesNational Business Tourism Company of the Year 2011/2012
  • National Team Building Company of the Year 2008/09
  • Welsh Small Business of the Year 2008/2009

We will tailor the programme to suit your needs in terms of objectives, venues, tasks, standard of accommodation, meals, transport, physical ability and the experience of participants and choice of activity.

Team Building in the UK

Each team building or team development course is tailored to meet your specific needs – matching content to specified outcomes. We don’t impose solutions. We ascertain whether it is team building or teamworking skills that need to be improved. When combined with expert feedback and facilitation from our trainers, this creates a powerful method of transferring learning back to the workplace.

 

Team Building Solutions

There are a number of areas where our team building and team development programmes can help your business. Here are some of the solutions that we have helped clients bring about:

  • Effective communication and listening
  • Trust within the team
  • Support
  • Goal setting
  • Collaboration
  • Shared responsibility
  • The value of review

In 2012 94.1% of our customers rated their experience with us as good or excellent in terms of their overall experience and value for money

If it is a fun event you are seeking then you can choose from the full range of activities which can be viewed by clicking here

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Themed Events and Conference/Meeting Activity Ideas

Pirate Island, Camel Trophy, Behind Enemy Lines, Rat Race, Treasure Hunts, Murder Mysteries, James Bond Evenings and more

Team Building Ideas

Team building activities, outdoor team building programmes and team building ideas from Call of the Wild – National Team Building Company of the Year and National Business Tourism Company of the year . Whether it is under-performing teams, the formation of new teams or progresing teams to a new level of of performance we can design a programme with delivers the desired outcomes for you.

 

Graduate Training Programmes

Our graduate programmes can examine core competencies such as working with others, problem solving, communication skills and future leaders competencies.

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Overseas or in the UK

We can deliver programmes in the UK , Europe or Worldwide. In recent years we have designed and delivered in Paris, Pyrenees, Norway, Alaska, Canada and Tanzania. Thinking of something even more adventurous such as visiting Everest base camp or standing at the top of the world to the North Pole?

 

 

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Ringo Rides

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011

What is a Donut or Ringo Ride?

These are like inflatable tyres which you hang onto whilst being dragged across the sea by a power boat.

Hanging on for dear life, screaming, crying, swearing, laughing take your pick. This is a great adrenaline rush – a real adrenaline junkies dream being dragged at top speed inches from the sea.

Who Can Enjoy the Ringo Ride?

These can be enjoyed by all ages. However these are not suitable for children under 10 years of age.

Where Can I Try the Ringo Rides?

Call of the Wild’s sessions take place on the Gower Peninsula, Swansea

Duration of the Day?

Usually for a few hours but depends on the size of the group, ages and weather conditions.

When can I do it?

We operate our sessions in Wales all year although the weather becomes more unpredictable into the Winter.

What is it going to cost me?

Phone us on 01639 700 388 for details or contact us. This will vary on depending on the nature of the booking.

What will I have to Wear for my Ringo Ride?

A full kit list will be issued upon booking however we will supply you with a buoyancy aid. Wet suits can be hired on the day.

Good Combination of Activities

Ringo rides can be combined with other activities for weekends or longer duration visits. A good combination is with surf kayaking to make up a beach adventure day. It can be combined with any of the range of activities available whether it be canyoning, gorge walking, climbing, quad biking, paintball and clays. See also our adventure days where in a single day you can sample climbing and another activity such as gorge walking and/or caving. Pamper days are popular with our female groups particularly hen parties and birthday celebration groups.

Can I Use a Camera?

Yes you can. Why not use our photographer. Capture those stag parties, outdoor team building events or special birthday moments.

If any of the above interest you, contact us now!

Stag Weekends – How to Plan Them

Friday, August 5th, 2011

Planning The Perfect Stag Party

 

Stag Parties Weekends > Stag Weekend Planning

How To Organise a Great Hassle Free Stag Party?

canyoning jumping through a waterfall on a stag doCall of the Wild has been in the business of organising stag do’s (some people say stag dos!) for clients for over 11 years. Having many years’ experience of dealing with stag groups there do appear to be a number of basic lessons that can be learnt about planning the perfect stag do (often referred to as a stag night, stag weekend or bachelor party).

Some of these tips have been suggested to us by our past customers learning from their personal experience. So here are some top tips and ideas to help you plan the perfect stag do.

1. Confirm Date of Wedding

Sounds obvious but unfortunately many best men get this wrong and don’t leave themselves enough time to arrange things.

2. Confirm Rough Dates for the Stag Party

It is recommended that this should be no closer than two weeks before the wedding although this is flexible. Planning a stag do any later and things can start to go wrong – like the groom doesn’t make it to the wedding. As he is your responsibility (best man) do you really want to face the bride and explain what has happened? Setting rough dates with the Groom will also make it easier in narrowing down the numbers for the event.

It is extremely unusual for everyone you invite to be able to make the stag do. The most important person it has to be convenient for is the Groom, so the dates have to set to suit him.

3. Who To Invite to the Stag Party?

The Groom obviously, his friends from home, school, college, work and family. It is becoming more common for invites to be issued to the Groom’s father and, wait for it, the Bride’s father – you’ll have to ask the Groom about that one! Make sure the stag party doesn’t get too large. Don’t forget you’re going to have to organise this lot. The bigger the group the more difficult it is to manage. You’ll have to collect the money etc. We’ve all been there and had that one person who is slow to pay.

Also you have a number of different groups e.g. school friends, college friends, work associates who may split into their respective groups and not mix as much as the Groom would like. So keep the group size manageable. The Groom is the best person to ask as he knows them all. One important tip is to get the e-mail addresses of all those invited. This is by far and away the easiest way to co-ordinate everyone.

Finally we all know one or two, how do we say, difficult people, especially when drinking! It would be prudent to not invite those people to the stag do if you feel they won’t get on with the group or locals. You want this to be remembered for the right reasons not the wrong ones.

4. Choosing the Stag Weekend Location and What To Do

Again this depends on the Groom. It is becoming more popular to go away for a weekend and try some unusual stag do activities. The budget of the group and the amount of time off work and spent away from partners/families etc will dictate how far you travel. Is it going to be 3 weeks in Barbados or a night in the local boozer? Stag do activities are also affected by the credit crunch!

5. Should You Arrange The Stag Weeeknd Yourself or Use a Company?

This really depends on you and what you intend to do on the stag do. However, it is always advisable to use a company to arrange everything for your stag do, especially for bigger groups. This is far less trouble than doing it yourself and can be more cost effective. You should also bear in mind that many places such as pubs, bars, clubs and restaurants no longer accept stag groups – Dublin and Tenby being prime examples of places where stag groups are becoming less welcome.

Ensure that whoever you use arranges everything for you – be sure you know what you are paying for and what is excluded. Is it full board or are evening meals extra, what about lunch? Do you have to drive everywhere yourself or are transfers provided? Do you really want to be looking for your stag activity venue with a convoy of 10 cars and you navigating?

If you are wary of using a company, then ask the company for testimonials or if you contact past customers. It’s your head on the block so make sure the groom has a memorable time (well maybe being memorable is asking too much) !

6. During the Stag Do

Jokes and embarrassing the Groom are traditional but remember don’t go too far. You are the one who will have to explain to the Bride why her beloved hasn’t got any body hair! You know the Groom best and will know where to draw the line – don’t you? Best advice is not to come up with any crazy stag do ideas. A good way to get everyone involved quickly is to have t-shirts printed with photos or nicknames of everyone. This breaks the ice and gets everyone talking. The other one which is very popular (those of you who have sampled Swansea will vouch for this) is fancy dress – a must not only for the Groom but also the group. ALL Stag Do’s will come up with the usual dilemma of stripper or no stripper. Again you know the Groom. Don’t be pressured by the group.

Keep a kitty. It is far easier with a big group than going in rounds as someone will be missed out or miss their round – especially as the night draws on. Gather the money early on and replenish when needed. So those who wish to drop out later on in the night can.

Make sure you can get back to your accommodation at the end of the night! Take the address or phone number with you. You’d be amazed how many blokes forget or don’t know where they are staying. This is especially true if they travel in someone else’s car. Many companies will arrange the transport for you as a matter of course.

Finally and most important of all LOOK AFTER THE GROOM – HE IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. You may have to lie for the rest of his life, which could be short if his prospective wife found out about some of the things that traditionally go on.

Stag Do Ideas

Having explained how to plan the perfect stag do, here are some thoughts on how the stag weekend could pan out.

Top 10 Stag Party Ideas and Activities

1. Experience the adrenaline rush of canyoning.

2. Take your stag group out paintballing.

3. Be Jeremy Clarkson for the day with our 4×4 vehicles.

4. Oz Clarke would love our Distillery Tour.

5. Haven’t drunk enough on your stag do – go on a brewery tour.

6. Get your tux out and visit Casino Royale!

7. If you want to be a beach bum, take the stags surfing.

8. Wales was home of the 2010 Ryder Cup, so why not try a round of golf?

9. Visit the nightlife capital of Wales – Swansea.

10. Or why not try out our powerful off-road quad bikes.

Whatever your stag do needs, Call of the Wild have plenty of ideas for you. Take a look at our Stag Weekend Packages or why not build your own itinerary.

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Top 10 Tips on How To Organise a Stag Party

This is a slideshow of photos of a stag party during their canyoning stag activity session.

This is a testimonial from one of our customers who came on a stag do

This is one of our stag parties Canyoning

 

If any of the above interest you, contact us now!

Quad Biking

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

What is Quad Biking?

Quad bikes are known by a number of terms including “all-terrain vehicle”. It is also used to describe a number of small open motorised buggies and tricycles designed for off-road use. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) defines an ATV as a vehicle that travels on low pressure tyres, with a seat that is straddled by the operator, and with handlebars for steering control.

4-wheeled versions are most commonly called “quads,” “four-wheelers” or “ATVs” in the United States and Canada, and “quad bikes” or “quad cycles” in other English-speaking countries

What Will I Be Doing During the Quad Biking Day?

You are escorted by our instructors into the great outdoors with your quad bike riding with magnificent views out over the Welsh countryside. Not restricted to a single track you ride through woodland, over mountain and rough terrain with water thrown in for good measure taking in the challenges en route. The day also usually involves an archery session. This is quad bike off-road trekking at one of the foremost quad biking centres in Wales and the UK.

I was the stag and fully enjoyed every part. You really made this a great weekend.” Chris Nicholson

Who Can Do Quad Biking?

The larger bikes are not for children. These are 250cc machines which guarantee an action packed quad biking experience in Wales. No previous experience is required as an extensive safety briefing is given. Ideal activity day for quad biking parties or groups. Our instructors also accompany you on your session so if you have any problems they are on hand.

We also have smaller quad bikes suitable for children so you can have a family quad biking experience.

Where Can I do Quad Biking in Wales?

Call of the Wild’s quad biking sessions are based in South Wales. 25 minutes north of Swansea and 45 minutes west of Cardiff in the Dulais Valley.

Duration/Length of the Quad session?

This is variable depending on the size, nature of the group, nature of the event and the prevailing weather conditions on the day.

To be honest we don’t think you can improve. We had a great time from start from finish.” Vivienne Evans

When can I do Quad Biking in Wales?

We operate our quad biking days in Wales all year.

What is a Quad Biking Session going to cost me?

Phone for details or contact us. This will vary on depending on the nature of the booking and age of participants. Take a look at our sample packages for further ideas and prices.

What will I have to Wear for Quad Biking?

For your quad biking session in Wales we will provide you with a full kit list upon booking. For guidance, we will provide you with a helmet, goggles and gloves.. In the Autumn and Winter warm comfortable clothing is recommended. In Summer no shorts are to be worn.

Good Combinations of Activities

Quad biking is suitable for combination with other activities for weekends or longer duration visits. It can be combined with any of the range of activities available whether it be caving, canyoning, gorge walking, climbing, paintball and clays. See also our adventure days where in a single day you can sample climbing and another activity such as gorge walking and/or caving.

“I was very impressed with all aspects of the weekend. I have been on a lot of activity excursions and this was definitely the best.” Lynne Ponti.

Can I Use a Camera?

Yes you can as there will be an opportunity to take photos.

Take Away a Video or Photos

We can arrange for a professional photographer to follow you quad biking. The photos can be put onto disc for you to take away before the end of your stay. Please contact us for more details.

In certain circumstances we can arrange for your group to filmed but this is only by prior arrangement.

Wouldn’t it be great to have those visual images to show at the reception for stag parties, show back in the office following an outdoor team building event or to keep as a memory of those special occasions such as 40th birthdays.

Quad Biking Photo Gallery


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Coasteering

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

What is Coasteering?

Coasteering is known by a number of different terms such as adventure swimming, sea-level traversing and cliff jumping. It can be a combined rock and water based activity. Coasteering is a physical activity that encompasses movement along the intertidal zone of a rocky coastline on foot or by swimming, without the aid of boats, surf boards or other craft. It is a high adrenaline day.

 

“Carry on doing what you’re doing – everything was excellent and I will be recommending you as a great adventure activity company.” Beverley McGonagle

What Will I Be Doing During the Coasteering Session?

Coasteering in Wales involves swimming, jumping off cliffs into the sea, scrambling along the rocks as the waves crash in, screaming, crying, laughing out loud are all part and parcel of this superb natural activity. Less coast more roller coaster!

Who Can Do Coasteering?

Coasteering in South Wales is a great group activity but one which is only suitable for strong, fit swimmers as this is a physically demanding activity. However it is one which gives you a really high adrenaline buzz for its duration. It is a fantastic activity for groups

Where Can I do Coasteering?

Call of the Wild’s coasteering sessions take place on the Gower, Swansea, Wales. The first place in the UK to be designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You’ll appreciate why if you experience it. This stunning part of South Wales is characterised by a combination of sandy beaches and rugged coastline and is the ideal location for coasteering.

Duration/Length of the Coasteering session?

This is variable depending on the size, nature of the group, nature of the event and the prevailing weather conditions on the day. As a guide, the coasteering session would normally last around 3 -4 hours.

“Fantastic weekend. Well organised and value for money. Instructors were excellent.” Mr. P. Parsons – West Midlands

When can I do Coasteering?

We operate our coasteering sessions in Wales all year. However this activity is weather and tide dependent.

What is it going to cost me?

Phone for details or contact us. This will vary on depending on the nature of the booking and age of participants.

“It was an awesome weekend enjoyed by everyone.” Rich Pearce

What will I have to Wear for Coasteering?

For your coasteering session in Wales we will provide you with a full kit list upon booking. For guidance, we will provide you with a helmet, buoyancy aid and wet suit.

Good Combination of Activities

Coasteering in Wales is suitable for combination with other activities for weekends or longer duration visits. It can be combined with any of the range of activities available whether it be caving, canyoning, gorge walking, climbing, paintball, quad biking and clays.

“Really hard to improve on a great value activity weekend. Everything was spot on.” Rich Cole

Can I Use a Camera?

There is very little opportunity apart from the beginning and the end of the session. If you have a waterproof disposable camera then this is the best to bring along.

Take Away a Video or Photos

We can arrange for a professional photographer to follow you coasteering. The photos can be put onto disc for you to take away before the end of your stay. Please contact us for more details.

In certain circumstances we can arrange for your group to filmed but this is only by prior arrangement.

Wouldn’t it be great to have those visual images to show at the reception for stag parties, show back in the office following an outdoor team building event or to keep as a memory of those special occasions such as 40th birthdays.

If any of the above interest you, contact us now!

Caving

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

Caving in Wales, UK

What is Caving in Wales?

Caving or speleology is the underground exploration of natural or man-made caverns. Caves are one of the most fascinating environments known to man where it is still possible to participate in original exploration. Cave systems have taken thousands of years to evolve their fantastic shapes, and crystal & clay formations. Stalagtites and stalagmites found across the rocky cave floor and roofs are just two types of calcite formations that may greet a visitor to this unique natural world. Virgin clay floors remain as pristine as the day ancient floodwaters last receded. A caving trip and caving tour takes you to a world that, whether you are the first to enter or not, will leave an unforgettable impression.

Unfortunately, very few people, apart from caving clubs, are able to experience this remarkable environment  so take advantage of this opportunity whilst in the South Wales area. Caves are graded from 1 to 5 to give some idea of the level of difficulty:-

Grade 1 – Easy cave with no real difficulties or dangers.
Grade 2 – Easy cave with minor difficulties
Grade 3 – 5 Moderate’ Difficult and Severe

Caving differs slightly to potholing in that caving follows more of the horizontal bedding plains and faults whilst potholing involves more vertical exploration of shafts.

What Will I Be Doing During the Caving Session in South Wales?

Your caving activities in Wales can involve walking and crawling through a whole new subterranean world – one you never knew existed. Be amazed by the rock formations, attempt many of the challenges presented by them such as the intriguingly named “Toilet”. South Wales has some of the best limestone caving in northern Europe. This provides the flexibility to choose the right cave to suit all sizes, ages and abilities. On our very doorstep we have the biggest cave entrance in Wales and the largest cave passage in the United Kingdom. With Call of the Wild’s experienced instructors you will be kitted out with the caving equipment and caving gear including caving helmet, lamp and caving suit. An incredible experience and one not to be missed.

Who Can Do Caving ?

A caving experience in South Wales is an activity suitable for all ages and abilities. Given the variety of caves in South Wales we can choose the one best suited to the age and ability of the group. All ages find the experience exhilarating. You don’t have to be cave men to enjoy this activity.

Where Can I do Caving ?

Call of the Wild’s caving sessions take place in the wonderful range of limestone caves on offer within the Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales. Caves such as Bridge Cave, White Ladies, Porth-Yr-Ogof (2,220m in length), Little Neath River (7,855m in length) can be used. These are stunning cave systems.

Duration/Length of the Caving session?

This is variable depending on the size, nature of the group, nature of the event and the prevailing weather conditions on the day. A cave session can be tailored to meet your groups requirements. A session can be anything from 2 to 3 hours up to 2 days.

When can I do it?

We operate our caving sessions in South Wales all year.

What is it going to cost me?

Phone for details or contact us. This will vary depending on the nature of the booking and age of participants.

What will I have to Wear for my Caving Session?

A full caving kit list will be issued upon booking however we will supply you with a helmet, lamp and caving suit.
You need to bring old warm clothes. No jeans. As to footwear, good fitting wellingtons with non-slip treads are best, otherwise boots without hooks for laces are suitable.

Whatever you wear will get wet but that’s part of the fun!

Good Combinations of Activities

Caving is suitable for combination with other activities for weekends or longer duration visits. It can be combined with any of the range of activities available whether it be canyoning, gorge walking, climbing, quad biking, paintball and clays. See also our adventure days where in a single day you can sample climbing and another activity such as gorge walking and/or caving. For activity weekends including caving click here.

Can I Use a Camera?

Yes you can as there will be an opportunity to take photos at the start and finish but little opportunity when on the activity.Why not book our photographer for memorable photos for the stag parties or to show back in the office following an outdoor team building event.

Photo Gallery

Video of Canyoning and Caving with Call of the Wild

If any of the above interest you, contact us now!

Canyoning

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

Canyoning in the Brecon Beacons, Wales, UK

Canyoning in the Brecon Beacons with Adventure Britain

What is Canyoning?

Adventure Canyoning or canyoneering in Wales can be a Combined Water and Rock Activity. Canyoning in the UK can represent a spectrum of activities some of which are mostly rock activities and some of which are mostly water activities. Canyoning or canyoneering, as it is better known in the USA, is one of the best high adrenaline activities you can do in the UK. Wales is one of the best areas in the UK to try this awesome activity. If you are going to try it then use the experts. What is it? Well take a look at the videos at the foot of this page.

Visit Britain’s busiest Canyoning Company

Many of the following names are used by different people to mean quite different activities:-

  • gorge walks or scrambles (can be wet or dry or alternating the two, involving the ascent or descent of a water course);
  • adventure walks or scrambles (covers a multitude of variations); Hen party canyoning with call of the Wild in the Brecon Beacons, Wales
  • canyoning or canyoneering, (usually wet. It traditionally involves the descent of a steep water course and is a high adrenalin activity for adults);
  • adventure swimming (another name for coasteering or a non-technical variation of canyoning);
  • river running (deliberately swimming down white water rapids).

Call of the Wild’s activity very much falls within the canyoning, river running and adventure walk descriptions set out above. Canyoning or canyoneering with Call of the Wild in the Brecon Beacons, Wales is not to be confused with the other activities such as gorge walking. Call of the Wild’s canyoning sessions are very much for the adrenaline junky! How does jumping off 20ft waterfalls sound? What about a 30ft waterfall? If this sounds appealing then give us a call because this is the activity for you.

 

“Most fantastic fun we’ve had for ages. Can’t stop talking about canyoning. Instructors were brilliant, excellent sense of humour and very patient. This was great value – the perfect weekend.” Connie Sutherland

What does Canyoning entail/What will I be doing?

The best way of describing our canyoning activity is white water rafting but without the raft. With our guides, you descend a stunning steep sided gorge by various ways and means. This can involve sliding down rapids, swimming down rapids, floating down fast flowing chutes and waves, walking behind some breathtaking waterfalls and of course jumping off those jaw dropping waterfalls.

“I would like to thank you for a fantastic weekend we all had with Call of the Wild. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed all the activities and everything ran like clockwork. Canyoning was amazing.” Dave Nicholson

Who can do Canyoning?

Canyoning in Wales does require a degree of physical fitness. It can be demanding as it involves a lot of adrenaline, swimming and walking. However it is suitable even if you can’t swim as we provide you with buoyancy aids. It is normal to have people within a group who can’t swim. We would usually recommend that nobody under the age of 16 years of age attempts the full canyonning gorge. For younger less physically able customers we offer alternative combined rock and water activities such as gorge walking.

Where can I do Canyoning?

Call of the Wild’s canyoning sessions are based in the Brecon Beacons, Wales, UK – in the part of the famous Brecon Beacons National Park known as waterfall country. We use the rivers in the Ystradfellte region on the southern edge of the Park which provides us with a wonderful adventure playground. You can’t do canyoning to this sort of level and in such stunning surroundings in many other parts of the UK. So come to the Brecon Beacons, Wales, UK and sample Canyoning for yourself. It should definitely be on the list of things to do before you pass your sell by date.

“We had an absolutely fantastic weekend thanks! The activities were thoroughly enjoyed by everyone – especially the canyoning.” Beverley McGonagle

Duration/length of the Canyoning session?

This is variable depending on the size and nature of the group and the prevailing weather conditions on the day. As a guide, the session would normally last around 3 – 5 hours.

When can I do it?

We operate our canyoning sessions in Wales all year.

What is it going to cost me?

Phone for details or contact us. Also take a look at our packages and prices pages for more ideas on cost.

“ Canyoning was by far the best activity we have done on any of our weekends away (which last count was 6). The staff and the way the activity was run were second to none, all the boys loved it and there is already talk of coming back.” Richard Gunner

What will I have to wear for my Canyoning session?

For your canyoning session we will provide you with a full kit list upon booking. For guidance, we will provide you with a wet suit, buoyancy aid and helmet.

Good combinations of activities

Canyoning is a full day activity due to the length of the session and it s physical demands. Therefore it is only suitable for combination with other activities for weekends or longer duration visits. It can be combined with any of the range of activities available whether it be caving, climbing, quads, paintball and clay pigeon shooting.

Can I use a camera?

Yes you can but we would only recommend bringing a waterproof disposal camera if it is your intention to take it into the gorge. With any other camera we cannot guarantee it will make it out in one piece. We recommend that at least one of your party take a camera into the gorge as you’ll have some stunning pictures to show everyone and to prove those tall tales are actually true!

Take Away a Video or Photos

We can arrange for a professional photographer to follow you down the gorge. The photos can be put onto disc for you to take away before the end of your stay. An example can be seen in the first video at the foot of the page. Please contact us for more details.

In addition if you wanted video clips of some of the challenges you will have taken part in during the session we have clips of other groups doing these which we can put onto disc for you. In certain circumstances we can arrange for your group to filmed as they descend the gorge but this is only by prior arrangement.

Wouldn’t it be great to have those visual images to show at the reception for Stag Parties or to keep as a memory of those special occasions such as 40th birthdays or to show back in the office after an outdoor team building event. So contact award winning Call of the Wild Ltd – the Welsh Small Business of the Year & National Team Building Company of the Year to find out more about canyoning.

View our Canyoning Videos

 

If any of the above interest you, contact us now!

Activities

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

Choice of Outdoor Adventure Activities

Mountain Biking in Afan Forest Park with Call of the WildWelsh Small Business of the Year

These are the range of activities available for you to choose from. Whether it be just a single day activity or a full weekend as part of an activity holiday take a look at the list below.

Top 10 Activities

These are consistently the most popular activities that our customers choose for their adventure experience

The Best of the Rest

Water

Sea

Wheels

Land

Relaxation

Combinations of Activities

If you like the look of any of these activities then they can be combined with any of our packages to make up a weekend of activities. Our clients visit for stag weekends, stag parties, hen parties, team building events, school visits, family and friend activity holidays to name but a few. For activity weekends click here.

Our Most Popular Activity – Canyoning

 

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Build Your Own

Wednesday, July 13th, 2011

Build your own Stag, Hen or Adventure Holiday Package

This section allows you to construct your own stag weekend, hen weekend or adventure activity weekend package. This means you can choose something which suits your budget and your exact requirements. Just fill in the fields, click the send button and we will get back to you with availability and the price.

Combinations of Activities

If you like the look of any of activities then they can be combined with any of our packages to make up a weekend of activities. Our clients visit for stag weekends, hen parties, team building events, school visits.

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Top 10 Activities

Monday, July 11th, 2011

These are Call of the Wild’s top 10 activities:-

Why not create your own Activity Weekend?

If you can’t see what you want then you can pick and mix accommodation, meals, activities and transport to create your very own package.

Stag Parties

Monday, July 11th, 2011

Stag Parties in Wales with Call of the Wild – The Stag Party Specialists

Stag Party Canyoning in the Brecon Beacons, Wales with Call of the WildFor our Stag Parties, Call of the Wild use the Brecon Beacons National Park and Gower Peninsula as our adventure playgrounds. We offer one of the best ranges of outdoor adventure activity packages in the UK, with activities like canyoning, paintballing, caving, quad biking, climbing, mountain biking, coasteering and much more.

Call of the Wild – the activity stag weekend specialists.

Arranging a Stag Party Weekend – No pressure!

Canyoning in Wales with Call of the WildIs it you who have been given that unenviable task of arranging your best mates stag weekend, stag night or stag party?

Well don’t worry you’ve come to the right place! Years of experience and hundreds of satisfied stag parties are testament to our ability to arrange stag weekends for all types of requirements. Click to hear a past customer.

In 2010 96.2% of our customers rated their stag parties good or excellent in terms of their overall experience and value for money.

What Call of the Wild Offer For Your Stag Party Weekend

“I can’t think how the weekend could have been better. It was the best weekend away I’ve ever had.” Nick Judd, May 2007

Go out with a bang on your stag parties in Wales or stag night. Great stag night ideas in the UK from the specialists. Don’t just sit in the pub all day, see out your final young, free and single days by choosing something out of the ordinary for your stag party weekend- Challenging and adventurous outdoor activities. A stag party idea to take the hassle out of organising those memorable stag nights and stag weekends. You just get the headache from the hangover of a lifetime.

“What a stag party. Everyone agrees Wales is the top venue. You were the best hosts and Swansea a top night out. The organisation was something special. It is not just the place that makes an event it is more so the people. A nicer, more easy going, more friendly bunch of guys we are ever likely to meet again.” David Ratcliffe

Stag Party Activity Ideas

You really want some exhilarating activities to blow away those cobwebs (polite way of describing a hangover), get the adrenalin pumping and get those tall stories for the wedding reception. Click here to see a video from one of our recent groups to see what we mean. Well we have the perfect recipe to achieve all these with our range of activities. What about the perfect stag hangover cure – canyoning. Officially our canyoning activity is as good as anything you’ll find in New Zealand!

Nightlife Ideas for your Stag Night

Stag party ideas for Swansea, Wales, UKWe realise it is not just the daytime activity that makes a stag party weekend its the nightlife. That’s why we offer a range of stag night ideas to ensure you have a memorable and unforgettable stag party. Sample the delights of the nightclub capital of Wales – Swansea (we’re biased but it is a cracking night out). New for 2010 nightclub VIP free entry and queue jumping offer for our groups.

Why book with Call of the Wild for your Stag Party

BBC, Metro & FHM logo
Welsh Small Business of the Year 2008/2009

We tick the boxes other companies cannot reach. Probably the best stag parties experience in the UK. Refreshingly different:

  • With fun, friendly, hospitable and professional staff who ensure you have the best stag party possible;
  • Great range of adventurous activities to get you up close and personal with the Welsh countryside
  • Great nightlife ideas for your stag party
  • Value for money deals with no hidden extras so you can budget accordingly
  • Use our expertise to arrange everything for you – a hassle free stag weekend
  • Minimum time organising the stag event and the maximum amount of time enjoying yourself
  • Multi-award winning Company to reassure you we can deliver a quality service
  • Maximum amount of time with friends and stag minimum amount of time travelling – Excellent road and rail links
  • Be remembered for arranging the best ever stag party
  • Book now and get 15% off at Cotswold Outdoor Clothing

What Makes Us Different

We have our own resources to meet your requirements with our own accommodation with a bar and qualified professional full time staff. We are not an intermediary you’ll never meet. We know what works for you as we have the local knowledge and experience. We are also licensed with the Adventure Activities Licensing Service. Click here are more ideas for planning the stag do. We’re also a multi-award winning company.

Prices, Packages and Popular Itineraries

For ideas of prices and popular stag weekend packages take a look at our packages pages. For information on other services such as corporate events, indoor and outdoor team building visit the relevant page.

This is a slideshow of photos taken by our photographer of a stag group on their canyoning session:

This is one groups experience of Call of the Wild:

This is a testimonial from one of our customers who came on a stag do:

This is one of our stag do’s Canyoning:

If any of the above interest you, contact us now!

Hen Parties

Monday, July 11th, 2011

Hen Party Ideas in Wales

Value for Money Prices From One of the UK’s Leading Adventure Activity Hen Weekend Companies

Hen party in Swansea, Wales, Uk with Call of the WildCall of the Wild are one of the UK’s leading suppliers of hen party adventure activity weekends. Based in South Wales we use the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park and Gower Peninsula as our adventure playgrounds. We offer one of the best ranges of activity packages and hen party holiday ideas in the UK.

Hen Weekend – no pressure! Is it you who have been given that unenviable task of arranging your best friends hen weekend, hen night or hen party holiday? Well don’t worry you’ve come to the right place for hen night ideas. We have years of experience and hundreds of satisfied hen parties.

In 2010 96.2% of our customers rated their hen weekends good or excellent in terms of their overall experience and value for money.

“The hen weekend was fantastic! We all want to come back and have another go. A huge thank you to all the staff at Call of the Wild. I’ve already recommended you to other people.” Polly Ray, May 2007

What Call of the Wild Offer For Your Hen Weekend?

Go out with a party on your hen weekend in Wales, UK, hen party or hen night. Great hen night ideas and hen party ideas in the UK. Don’t just sit in the restaurant all evening, see out the hens final young, free and single days by choosing something out of the ordinary for the hen party weekend – from indulgent pamper days to challenging and adventurous outdoor activities. A hen party idea to take the hassle out of organising those memorable hen nights and hen weekends. You just get the headache from the hangover of a lifetime.

“I had a great time, very impressed with everything. Best hen party I have been on.” Ms A Powell – Gloucs

If you don’t believe what we say about our hen party holidays then look at what our past customers consistently say by viewing the video at the bottom of the page…

Great Hen Weekend Activities

All our activities are designed to be FUN and enjoyable so that everyone can participate. If you really want some exhilarating activities to blow away those cobwebs (polite way of describing a hangover), get the adrenalin pumping and get those once in a lifetime memories combined with relaxation then here’s where you find those tall stories for the wedding reception. We have the perfect recipe to achieve all these with our range of activities. What about the perfect hangover cure – canyoning. Click on the image of Michaela Strachan to see what we mean.

“The staff were really great. They explained everything well, were funny and welcoming” Angie Yallop

Nightlife Ideas for your hen Night

We realise it is not just the daytime activities that make a hen weekend its also the nightlife. That’s why we offer a range of hen night ideas to ensure you have a memorable and unforgettable hen weekend. New for 2009 – Try our our new cocktail making masterclass! For more ideas take a look at our hen night ideas page.

“Fantastic activities and alot of fun.” Tracy Whittle

Why Book Your Hen Party With Call of the Wild?
Welsh Small Business of the Year 2008/2009

We tick the boxes other companies cannot reach. Probably the best hen weekend experience in the UK. Refreshingly different

  • With fun, friendly, hospitable and professional staff who ensure you have the best hen night possible;
  • A great range of adventurous activities to get you up close and personal with the Welsh countryside – great adventure activities combined with relaxation
  • Something for everyone so nobody is left out no matter your age or physical ability
  • Great nightlife ideas for your hen party
  • Great value for money deals with no hidden extras so you can budget accordingly
  • Use our expertise to arrange everything for you – a hassle free hen weekend
  • Minimum time organising the hen event and the maximum amount of time enjoying yourself
  • Hen parties that are value for money
  • Maximum amount of time with friends and hen, minimum amount of time travelling – Excellent road and rail links
  • Be remembered for arranging the best ever hen weekend

What Makes Us Different?

We have our own resources to meet your requirements with our own accommodation and qualified professional full time staff. We are not an intermediary you’ll never rmeet. We know what works for your hen party holiday as we have the local knowledge and experience. We are also licensed with the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority.

Sample Packages and Prices

For ideas on what sort of hen party itineraries and what prices are available then click here. Also view our special offers where for instance if you book both the stag hen nights with us the stag and hen go free!

Other Packages

In addition to being able to other the hens clucking great outdoor hen parties we can also cater for your other half with great value exciting stag weekends. If he’s looking for a memorable send off with some high adrenaline antics such as canyoning, coasteering and more then visit our stag parties page. For information on other services such as corporate events, indoor and outdoor team building visit the relevant pages.

See what our hen parties think of Call of the Wild:

If any of the above interest you, contact us now!

Activity Weekends

Monday, July 11th, 2011

Adventure Activity Weekends in Wales

Hiking in Wales during an adventure activity holidayBe remembered for organising the best ever weekend with an Activity Holiday in Wales!

Call of the Wild are one of the UK’s leading providers of adventure holidays and activity holidays. We offer challenging and adventurous outdoor activities as part of your adventure activity holiday in the untamed heart of Wales, the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park. Our packages offer an excellent opportunity to get together and spend some quality time with friends and family. Activities are suitable for all ages and abilities and will be tailored to meet your needs.

However we know from experience how difficult it can be arranging weekend breaks on your own and organising accommodation, transport, meals and things to do. This is where ours years of experience, with hundreds of satisfied groups, help you arrange a hassle free activity holiday in Wales. As a result you are remembered for organising the best ever adventure activity holiday with memories for a lifetime. See what our previous customers have said. Also click here to hear what they have to say.

“That was probably one of the best weekends of my life. Can’t wait to come back.” D. Macefield

In 2010 96.2% of our customers rated their activity weekends good or excellent in terms of their overall experience and value for money.

Who would benefit from this?

  • Someone arranging a birthday Group on an adventure activity weekend quad biking with Call of the Wild in Wales
  • Family get together
  • University/college reunion
  • Christmas Parties
  • Sports tours

Discover your wildside on an activity holiday – memories that last a lifetime

“It was a brilliant weekend, I have already recommended you to someone else planning a group weekend.” – Mr. M. McElihinney, Hants

Activities and Itinerary Ideas for your Activity Holiday in Wales

Flexibility is the word – You can choose a single activity, an all inclusive activity weekend or a full weeks activity holiday in Wales. We will tailor the programme to suit your needs in terms of standard of accommodation, meals, transport, physical ability and the experience of participants and choice of activity. For a full list of activities click here.

As an example you can choose from any of the following for your activity holiday:-

Water Adventure Activities

Canyoning, Coasteering, Gorge Walking, Canoeing, Kayaking, Raft Building, White Water Rafting.

Earth Adventure Activities

Climbing & Abseiling, Caving, Guided Mountain Walking, Paintball, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Survival and Bushcraft, Orienteering, Team/group Games, Horse Riding

Wheel Adventure Activities

Quad Biking & Archery, Mountain Biking, 4×4 Driving

Ocean Adventure Activities

Sailing, Rigid Infaltable Boat Rides, Surfing, Surf kayaking, Ringo rides, Wake Boarding

Relaxation

Golf, Fly Fishing, Pamper Days, Health and Beauty Treatments, Guided Tours/Educational/Cultural Visits, Makeover days.

“Had an excellent break, staff were all very professional and good company. Will recommend to friends / family and colleagues, can’t wait to come back.” – Mr. A. Scargill Hants

Location for your Activity Holiday in Wales

We are blessed with having the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Gower Coastline on our doorstep. These are both wonderful natural adventure activity playgrounds. Not many places in Europe can boast a mountain wilderness and a coastline designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty within 30 miles of each other.

Why Choose Us For Your Activity Holiday?

Welsh Small Business of the Year 2008/2009

  • Lifetime experiences at value for money prices
  • With fun, friendly, hospitable and professional staff who ensure you have the best activity holiday possible;
  • A great range of adventure activities to get you up close and personal with the spectacular Welsh countryside
  • Minimum time organising maximum time enjoying yourself
  • Great value for money deals with no hidden extras so you can budget accordingly;
  • Use our expertise to arrange everything for you – a hassle free adventure activity weekend;
  • Easily accessible by road or rail – so you can maximise your time with friends, family or colleagues
  • We even arrange evening entertainment for your group

If you are you looking for the easy organisational option at value for money prices but still need a memorable event where everyone can enjoy themselves and be talking about for the rest of the year – well look no further! We’ll arrange everything for you on your activities holiday.

“I felt the service was excellent, being in the trade myself I could not fault any aspect of the service and hospitality. Probably one of the best weekends I’ve ever had.” Mr. N. Francis, Hampshire

What Makes Us Different?

We have our own resources to meet your requirements with our own accommodation and qualified full time professional staff. We are not an intermediary. We have the local knowledge and experience so we know what works for you on your activities holiday. We are licensed with the Adventure Activities Licensing Authority.

Prices and Packages

  • Single day activities from £25 for children and £35 for adults
  • Weekend breaks from £105 all inclusive
  • 5 day activity holidays from £145 for children and £215 for adults

For packages and price ideas click here

“Canyoning and quad biking were awesome! Would definitely come again.” Martin Halford

For More Ideas

  • Birthday Gift Experiences
  • Christmas Parties
  • Holiday Cottgae to rent
  • Father and Son activity break

If any of the above interest you, contact us now!