What Is Coasteering?
Coasteering is an extreme adventure activity that includes traversing the coastline, short swims and lots of jumps into the sea! We also have sea caves dotted along our routes, that we explore.
Jumps can be from as low as 1m up to 10m! You just pick the height you want to jump from according to how confident you feel! There is never any pressure from us.
Coasteering is about getting out there and exploring the beautiful coastline that nature has provided us in North Devon. It’s about testing yourself, sending it off jumps, swimming in one of our wave filled gully crossing’s, exploring the amazing caves or simply just being out and connected to nature.
North Devon's coastline has stunning views, but as it also has the 2nd biggest tidal movement in the world, so it can be incredibly challenging at times. This is why we split our Croyde & Hele bay routes, so you can choose the best option that suits your abilities and the level of adventure you want.
Put this all together and you get a truly unique experience every time we head out. The sessions themselves can be whatever you want them to be, as long as you leave with a smile on your face, we are happy!!
Frequently Asked Questions
What Do I Need To Bring?
North Devon Coasteering provides you with a top quality 5/4mm wetsuits, Buoyancy aid and protective helmet. All you need to bring is a pair of sturdy lace up footwear that covers your feet (ideally trainers), swimwear to wear under the wetsuit and a towel for afterwards!
Where Do We Meet?
Croyde Bay – Please meet at the national trust car park in Croyde (Moor lane, Croyde, EX33 1PA). We ask that you arrive 15 minutes before your session start time, so the adventure begins promptly.
Hele Bay – Please meet at Hele Bay public car park (33 watermouth road, Ilfracombe. EX349QY). We ask that you arrive 15 minutes before your session time, so the adventure begins promptly.
PLEASE NOTE – In busy times, we suggest allowing more time to travel. Parking fees are not included in the Coasteering Adventure price.
Are There Changing Facilities And Toilets?
Because we often meet you at the closest point to your chosen coasteering location, we do not provide toilets or changing facilities. However, there are often toilets and cafes close by to the car parks. We recommend you bring a towel and water for afterwards.
How Long Is The Session?
Our public sessions are 2.5hr in total, this includes time to do paperwork as well as time to get changed before and after the adventure.
Private bookings or group bookings of over 6 will also be 2.5hr In total. Unless requested otherwise.
North Devon Coasteering’s Epic adventure will be 4 hours In total. Including the above, plus snacks and drinks on route.
Conditions
Coasteering takes us into an environment that is controlled by mother nature, as such sometimes conditions can change at the last minute. North Devon Coasteering will always try to let you know at least 24 hours before your session of any weather or ocean conditions changing.
If your session is unable to go ahead, we will offer you another date or time, credit note or a full refund.
Age Restrictions
Our Croyde Bay route has a minimum age of 8 years old, the Hele Bay adventure has a minimum age of 10 years old.
If your child is under 18 and you are not participating in the activity with them, you will need to sign a waiver to enable them to take part.
Is Coasteering Safe?
YES. At North Devon Coasteering, we take safety very seriously. As such we are licenced to run activities by the outdoor licencing authority (AALA). Added to this we are fully insured by a coasteering specific insurance company (AIM), affiliated & qualified under the National coasteering charter ( NCC ) and hold current beach lifeguard qualifications ( RLSS )
All our guides are experienced and qualified, with a vast knowledge of the ocean, so please rest assured you are in safe hands! All we ask is that you listen and clearly follow all our instructions and guidelines whilst out on our adventure.
