The WDC Scottish Dolphin Centre is based in Moray in a beautiful setting right at the mouth of the River Spey. The Centre is in the heart of a Scottish Wildlife Trust reserve, where the Spey, the fastest flowing river in Scotland, meets the sea.
Get to know the Moray Firth's amazing underwater locals with a visit to Macduff Marine Aquarium. This fascinating attraction, on the shores of the scenic Banffshire coast, introduces visitors to hundreds of native fishy characters from the rocky beaches to the fringing kelp reef and beyond to the murky sea floor.
Go Ape is Scotland's number one Tree Top Adventure. Head to Crathes Castle, near Aberdeen, for two to three hours in the trees, taking on zip wires, Tarzan Swings, rope ladders and a variety of obstacles and crossings, all set in the UK's most beautiful forests.
See Killer whales in their natural habitat, catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights or discover the most stunning scenery Scotland has to offer; all at Natural Retreats John O'Groats.
The Highlanders' Museum opened to the public on 29th March 2013 after a closed period of 18 months for a major refit and updated interpretation of the collection. The refurbishment included heating, lighting, display cases and relocation of certain facilities.
Fused and Light is a working glass fusing studio based in the Highland village of Newtonmore in the Cairngorms National Park. We also exhibit landscape paintings, photographs and crafts by other artists, many of them based locally.
No visit to the Isle of Skye would be complete without savouring the wealth of history offered by Dunvegan Castle and Gardens.
Loch Insh Watersports and Boathouse Restaurant at Kincraig is just 7 miles south of Aviemore and a must for a day out this spring and summer. Open year round, we are easy to find with good car parking and disabled facilities. Turn off the A9 at Kingussie or Aviemore and follow Loch Insh Watersports signs.
The Glenmorangie Distillery was founded in 1843 in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, in the Royal Burgh of Tain. Our company has proudly carved a reputation as pioneers, uniting traditional techniques with innovative new processes.
Board the MV Pentland Venture in famous John O'Groats for your short 40-minute voyage across the Pentland Firth to the Orkney Islands. Look out for seals, puffins, arctic skuas, gannets... and the occasional killer whale!
Fairways extends the warmest of welcomes to individuals, groups, societies, corporate clients and visitors. The Inverness complex is the region's premier golf, leisure and social facility - suitable for all the family.
The multi-award-winning Inverness Leisure is the Highlands' biggest and busiest leisure centre. It boasts fantastic facilities for everyone, all year round, no matter what the weather is outside.
Timespan is a fascinating museum and arts centre that presents a diverse programme of heritage, visual arts, craft exhibitions and events.
Inverness Ice Centre is set in a great location close to the banks of the River Ness, next to the city's main leisure complex and opposite the Bught Park playing fields.
Just five minutes from Aviemore stretches stunning Rothiemurchus, named as "one of the most amazing places in the UK" by The Sunday Times in association with Reader's Digest.
Based in the centre of Elgin, the capital of Moray, close to the Cooper Park, Moray Motor Museum is housed in a light and airy old mill building.
Whether you are looking for a family day out, are keen to learn a new skill or simply appreciate good art, Moray Art Centre at Findhorn offers something for everyone to enjoy.
Speyside is one of the hidden tourism gems of the UK, a quiet area redolent of history and renowned for the friendly welcome given to visitors.
Wildwoodz Paintball Park at Tore, just north of Inverness, is the Highlands' ONLY five-star activity centre under the VisitScotland grading scheme.
Fancy a day out with a difference? At HG Helicopters we can provide you with just that.
The award-winning Seaprobe Atlantis semi-submersible glass-bottom boat sails from Kyle of Lochalsh and offers a unique opportunity to explore all the scenery and wildlife, above and below the waves, without getting wet.
Moray Leisure Centre provides many different activities including an ice rink, swimming and leisure pools, relaxation suite (comprising saunas, Turkish steam room and spa pool), health and wellness suite, childcare facility, soft play area, outdoor play area, squash court, beauty therapy department and caf.
Established in 1826, Pulteney Distillery is the most northerly on the Scottish mainland. A tour is the ideal way to experience the traditional methods of producing our award-winning single malt whisky.
Beauly Gallery continues with Art Around the Firth into August.
There's more to experience in Aviemore at Macdonald Aviemore Resort.
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