Outdoors
Nestled on the edge of the world-famous Cairngorms National Park, you’ll be able to enjoy a range of outdoor activities – all a short distance from Dava.
From walking amongst reindeer on the Cairngorm Mountains, to whitewater rafting along the River Findhorn – there’s something for everyone.
For out more information by clicking on the links below.
- Ace Adventure
- Craggan Outdoors
- Spirit of the Spey
- Visit Cairngorms
- Scottish Highland Games Association
- Cairngorm Reindeer
Whisky
Speyside plays host to over half the distilleries in Scotland – providing whisky lovers with huge variation to choose from.
We would recommend paying a trip to one of the distilleries or embarking on a whisky trail – ensuring you get a dram along the way.
For more information – please click on the links below.
- Malt Whisky Trail
- Speyside Whisky Trail
- Benromach Distillery
- Speyside Cooperage
- Speyside Whisky Festival
- Dufftown Speyside Autumn Whisky Festival
- Highland Whisky Festival
Craft Breweries
With a range of quality craft breweries in the area – we thoroughly recommend paying a trip to one (or all) of them.
Being situated in such an incredible landscape – using the surrounding crystal clear waters for brewing – the breweries are definitely worth a visit.
For out more information by clicking on the links below.
Golf courses
For all our keen golfers – there are three fantastic courses to choose from.
Grantown-on-Spey, Boat-of-Garten and Castle Stuart all offer stunning views of the area.
We’d thoroughly recommend getting booked in for a round to enjoy an authentic Scottish golfing experience.
For more information – please click on the links below.
Mountain biking
For our keen mountain biking guests, we’re in a prime location for you to enjoy the array of tracks and trails around the area.
You’ll be spoilt for choice with a range of tracks on offer for novice to experienced riders.
Exploring the area by bike is the perfect way to enjoy the stunning scenery whilst getting up close to nature.
For more information – please click on the links below.
Walking
From stunning coastline to rugged mountains – the area provides walkers and hikers with miles-upon-miles of routes and tracks to explore.
From The Dava Way to the Moray Coastal Tour and from gentle meanders to mountaineering – there are walks to suit all abilities.
For more information – please click on the links below.
Wildlife
We are so fortunate at Dava to be surrounded by some of the most spectacular wildlife in the world.
From Dolphins on the Moray Firth to Ospreys on Loch Garten – Stags roaring and an array of
wildlife to be spotted; we’re lucky to have it all.
For more information – please click on the links below.
- RSPB Loch Garten
- Cairngorm Centre
- Scottish Dolphin Centre
- North 58
- Moray Dolphins
- EcoVentures
- A9 Birds
- Charlie Phillips Photography
Fishing
- Fishpal
Heritage and history
For those interested in learning more about the heritage of the area – there are several places worth visiting not too far from Dava.
The Findhorn Heritage Centre, Knockando Woolmill and Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery offer great days out.
For a mix of history and stunning scenery, we would also highly recommend a trip on the Strathspey Steam Railway.
For more information – please click on the links below.
Strathspey Tours
- Strathspey Tours website