Lizard Guide

sports
Muster your spirit for adventure and
experience the rugged landscape
of the Lizard from the cliffs and the
sea. With Lizard Adventure you can
scale sea cliffs, explore the coastline
by paddle power,and scramble and
swim around swell-lashed territory
where wildlife abounds.
Kayaking, coasteering and climbing
expeditions are tailored to families, groups
and individuals; and if you prefer to keep your
feet on terra firma try a bush-craft course or
guided walk.
Whatever sort of Lizard Adventure you
choose to embark on, prepare to witness the
scenery of the Lizard from a new perspective
and encounter all sorts of wildlife from sea
birds to seals. Look out for kittiwakes on
Mullion Island, catch fish from your kayak
and learn all about the local area from your
expert guides. The team at Lizard Adventure
are passionate about the environment they
are lucky enough to call their office, and are
partnered with the National Trust to best
preserve and celebrate the natural landscape
in which they operate their trips.
COASTEERING
Take the plunge and explore where the land
meets the sea: ride whirlpools, explore sea
caves, scramble up cliff faces and leap
from rocky ledges. Lizard Adventure has
pioneered the most southerly coasteering
trips in Britain and its trips will take you deep
into the creases of this wild peninsula while
bringing you face-to-face with marine life.
For individuals, groups and families with an
adventurous streak, there’s no better way to
get under the salty skin of the Lizard.
KAYAKING
Once you’ve launched your sturdy sit-on-top
kayak from Mullion Cove or Porthoustock,
you’ll hear very little but the ‘plip-plip’ of your
paddle breaking the surface of the ocean
as you float seaward. See the coastline
inside-out and keep your eyes peeled for
seals and birdlife as you manoeuvre through
narrow gulleys, enter sea caves and paddle to
uninhabited islands. No previous experience
is necessary and your expert guides will teach
you basic techniques or work on developing
your kayaking skills according to your ability.
CLIMBING
Get to grips (literally) with the stunning
sea cliffs of the Lizard Peninsula and climb
towering rock stacks where the sea licks
your heels. Opt for a full-day, half-day or
two-day introduction to climbing, and work on
abseiling, bouldering and confidence building,
before climbing adrenalin-inducing routes.
All guides are SPA assessed, and no prior
climbing experience is needed.
BUSH CRAFT
Even if you prefer less of a heart-racing
adventure, surviving in the wild isn’t for
softies. And that’s exactly what bush craft
courses are all about. Encouraging families
and friends to make the most of the natural
environment, you can learn to forage for
foods, light a fire without matches, skin and
cook rabbits, and build a den.
GUIDED WALKS
Don’t want to don a wetsuit or get your feet
wet? Being home to such varied and beautiful
terrain, the Lizard offers activities for all types
of adventure seekers. Weekly guided walks
introduce you to the history and wildlife of the
Lizard while you listen to tales about pirates,
fishermen and soap stone traders.
With over 20 years of experience, the guides
at Lizard Adventure are geared to fulfil your
quest for adventure. So what are you waiting
for? Prepare to see the Lizard from a different
angle. For more information please go to
www.lizardadventure.co.uk or call 07845
204040.
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