River Tummel

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Many thanks for a wonderful time on and in the water, on the 15th of March

Matthew Stransom

Great Summer Time Rafting

What – Wild – Grade 4, Half Day (summer time weekends only), £45.00 per person, Trip Fact Sheet

The River Tummel is the most commercially run river in Scotland and second only to the very lame Tryweryn in Wales which is only busier due to being closer to major population. The Tummel is used to generate hydro electricity and as a consequence has controlled flow from dam releases over summer months on weekends only. The River Tummel starts off with grade II & III rapids and eventually end up at an 18 foot double tier drop which is grade IV.

This Rafting trip is suited to those over the age of 17 years. A road runs along the bank of the lower section which can be an escape route for anyone who does not want to tackle the final drop or for family or friends who don’t want to participate but would like to see the action.

Hen group white water rafting on the Tummel

Where
The River Tummel’s source is Stob Ghabbar at 3565 feet and Rannoch Moor, located in central Scotland. Heading in an Easterly direction over 58 miles the River passes through Loch Eigheach, Loch Rannoch, Loch Tummel and Loch Faskally before entering the River Tay at Ballinluig.

The section rafted is situated near Pitlochry in Perthshire and the meeting point is at the Cluny Powerstation. Travelling distances from Perth – 28 miles, Aviemore – 57 miles, Edinburgh – 72 miles, Fort William – 77 miles, Inverness – 85 miles, Glasgow – 86 miles and Aberdeen – 98 miles.

When
Rafting on the Tummel is every weekend from June until the end of September. Trips meet and run from the Cluny Power Station Car Park. There are up to three starting times each Saturday and Sunday, morning, midday and pending demand afternoon.

How
Price is £45.00 per person. Group discount for bookings of 10 or more £40.00. You must be 18 years or older to go on this river.

We are often booked out in advance, avoid disappointment by calling 01479 810 510, Book Online or Drop into the Booking Office. Visit these pages for information on payment options and our terms & conditions.

Corporate group get a face full of the white stuff

Why
The River Tummel is guaranteed water during the summer months and is an exciting and challenging run. The river starts off gently, gradually picking up gradient and speed. Its not long before you have to negotiate rapids such as Sharks Tooth, Zig and Zag, and the eye opening Linn of Tummel a colossal two tier drop which slams you into Loch Faskally with a splash. A short paddle past Cluny Power Station and you are back ready to watch the photos that are taken of your trip which will be shown on a widescreen TV by the time you are changed.

The River Tummel is located central to Scotland and accessible from all directions. Accommodation can be found in Pitlochry and Aberfeldy. Food can be purchased on site from the Fayre and Square Van.

As the trip is only half day you have plenty of time to make a day of it and go River Bugging.