Splash White Water Rafting

The River Tay near Aberfeldy transforms into an adrenaline playground when you hit the rapids with Splash White Water Rafting. This is proper adventure stuff - you're in a boat with a guide and a handful of strangers, paddling hard through churning water and trying not to tip. The rapids here range from manageable to genuinely challenging, so they cater to both first-timers and people who know what they're doing.

It's brilliant for families with older kids and teenagers, though younger ones might find it either the best day ever or absolutely terrifying depending on their nerve. Adults after a laugh and a bit of action will love it. Solo travellers often join group sessions, which is a good way to meet people.

The whole thing usually takes a couple of hours with kit and briefing included. You'll get wet - properly soaked - so bring a change of clothes and maybe a towel. Summer's the obvious choice, though spring runoff can make the water more dramatic if you're after genuine excitement.

If you're based at one of the nearby caravan parks - Aberfeldy Caravan Park is practically on the doorstep at just a tenth of a mile away, while Grandtully Station Campsite and Glengoulandie further out also work well - rafting sits nicely alongside walking and exploring the wider Perthshire area. It's the sort of thing that breaks up a quieter holiday and gives you a proper story to tell afterwards.