Up 4 Adventure UK can provide all the technical and safety equipment required for your adventure as well as waterproof jackets and trousers. All you will need to bring is suitable clothing and enough of it to last for the full duration of your adventure. We cannot guarantee the weather so there is a possibility that you will get wet at some point.
Suitable footwear is a must, good solid trainers or boots will be vital.
We will send you a comprehensive kit list when you book onto an adventure.
No, Up 4 Adventure UK has a fleet of mountain bikes, in a range of sizes, suitable for the adventures as well as helmets and gloves.
No, we have a fleet of sit on top kayaks that will meet you at the start of the paddle, along with all other technical and safety equipment required.
No, we will provide you with your own tent, sleeping bag and inflatable camping mat.
No! If you select one of our 3 Day B&B Adventures or The Posh 3 Peaks your nights will be spent in one of our carefully selected local hotels or bed & breakfasts. However if you choose one of our original 3 Day Adventures then camping out under the stars will make up a significant part of your adventure and one that will likely stay with you for a long time. All of our campsites have shower and toilet facilities and you wouldn’t want to miss out on a drink around our roaring camp fire.
On most of our adventures a support van will carry all of your personal clothing and equipment, which will then meet you at camp or your accommodation. We will give you a waterproof rucksack to carry spare warm layers and snacks as well as anything you can’t do without. Isle Of Man and Sweden paddle adventures are self-sufficient... so your kit will be tucked away in your kayak!
Yes, all of our campsites and accommodation have hot showers and toilet facilities apart from the wild camping adventures (Isle Of Man and Sweden paddling) which involve washing in streams and waterfalls... bliss!
The adventures are challenging, you will be trekking, cycling and kayaking for a number of hours often over hilly and challenging terrain. While we do not expect people to be athletes (this isn’t a race), you will need a reasonable level of general fitness. The weather may also present its own challenges and while we can provide you with a good set of waterproofs, you will need to bring along your own fortitude and determination.
You will be completing your adventure as part of a small group, we will try as much as possible to keep the group moving together and moving at the same pace. If for any reason you cannot continue with part of your adventure, our support van will be on hand to take you to the next meeting point or to camp.
Your guides will be with you throughout your adventure to offer support and encouragement. Our support van will also be on hand where possible to assist with any problems or emergencies.
No, you will meet your guides on the morning of the first day of your adventure and all accommodation will be provided from then until you are returned to your car at the end of your adventure.
No, all food and snacks will be provided by us. However, if you would like to bring your own snacks that’s fine.
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Up 4 Adventure UK requires that you be 18 at the time of booking in order to join one of our adventures. If you are booking as part of a family group or on a bespoke adventure we may consider people 16+. Please contact us for more information.
We strongly recommend using one of our fleet of bikes. We cannot guarantee the safety of your own bikes or transport for the bike when not being ridden.
It may be possible for us to hire you an e-bike for the biking section of your adventure, this would incur an extra cost so please contact us regarding this.
The start location of your adventure will be sent along with all of the other joining information when you book onto your chosen adventure.
The routes are pre-set and have already been checked by our guides, that being said, the locations we use are highly varied and can be subject to changes due to weather and other influences out of our control. If this is the case we will keep you well informed of any changes.
At the end of your adventure you will be met by a minibus or taxi that will take you back to the start point of the adventure.
Parking will be organised at the start of each adventure and any parking fees will be included in the price.
The terrain of our adventures is highly varied. The treks take place in often remote and steep mountainous environments and although they will always be public footpaths they’re not always that easy going.
The cycle routes take in a combination of minor roads and bridleways, while they are not technically challenging they will involve a mixture of ascents and descents.
The paddling days will take place on lakes, rivers, canals and estuaries. These are often subject to the changing weather and it will always be up to our guide’s experience and expertise to make the safest decision for the group.
Our guides will offer you lots of support and encouragement in order to help you complete your adventure, if however you cannot complete a particular section it may be possible to move you to a later checkpoint or to the end of day camp.
If there is any medical reason that you cannot continue your adventure we will return you to your vehicle or to medical assistance should this be required.
We expect participants to be capable on a bicycle, with experience of riding on roads and off road. The cycle routes average 50km a day with around 600m of ascent. If you are not sure how ‘bike fit’ you are we recommend a visit to your nearest trail centre or bike park to test out your legs.
No, all of our kayak journeys are aimed at novice kayakers and our guides are experienced in coaching beginners.
No, there is no expectation that you be able to swim - you will wear a buoyancy aid when kayaking (so you will float!)
Our groups are limited to 12 people, it is possible to make a group booking or book a bespoke adventure. If this interests you please contact us.
Yes, group and bespoke bookings are possible. There would be a maximum group size of 12 for any single adventure and a minimum group fee for a private booking. Please contact us for more information.
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