You need no previous abseiling experience to join a  guided Newcastle Abseiling Adventure. Many of our guests are trying abseiling for the very first time.Our experienced guides will teach you the correct abseiling techniques before every descent and provide a full safety briefing.

Abseiling is an exciting outdoor adventure activity. Like all adventure sports, it involves some inherent risk.Walking Rivers minimises this risk through professional guides, high-quality climbing equipment and strict safety procedures.Participants must accept that some risk is part of adventure activities, but for many people, this is also what makes abseiling such a thrilling and memorable experience.

You don’t need to be fearless, but it does help if you are reasonably comfortable around heights. Many beginners feel nervous at first, which is completely normal.Our professional guides explain every step clearly and ensure you feel confident before beginning each descent.Professional climbing harnesses, helmets, and safety ropes always secure people. For many people, learning to manage the height is part of the fun and personal challenge of an outdoor abseiling adventure.

No, Walking Rivers welcomes adventurers of many ages. We prefer younger participants to be at least 10 years old. Older participants are also very welcome and encouraged to contact us to discuss suitability and fitness levels.

No problem at all. We cater for a wide range of dietary needs on all our adventure trips.Before the trip begins, you will complete a pre-trip questionnaire covering medical and dietary requirements so we can prepare appropriate meals. If you have specific questions, please send us an email at [email protected]

Height is generally not an issue. However, for safety reasons, the maximum participant weight may be around 120 kilograms. If you have concerns about your ability to participate, please contact us and we will happily discuss the details with you.

Our guided abseiling tours require a basic level of general fitness and good health, but you do not need to be extremely fit.The main requirements are balance, mobility and a willingness to learn. Abseiling itself relies more on technique and confidence than strength.An adventurous spirit and a positive attitude will help you get the most from your abseiling experience.

 Yes. If you wear glasses, we recommend using a sports strap to keep them secure while moving around the cliffs. Because of the nature of outdoor adventure activities, we cannot guarantee the safety of personal items. If you rely on your glasses, bring a spare pair.  Sunglasses with a retaining strap are also a good idea during sunny conditions.

All participants on our gided abseiling trips must complete a medical questionnaire before the adventure begins. Very few medical conditions prevent people from participating in abseiling. However, our guides must know about any relevant conditions in case they need to provide assistance. For safety reasons, we do not permit pregnant participants to take part in abseiling activities.. If you have questions about a medical condition, please contact us before booking.