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Rock Climbing by the Beach: Learn Belay & Abseil

Climb the rock face, then rappel back down through the cave roof

Rock climbing and abseiling activity by the beach with a live guide teaching belay and climbing technique. Sessions run 2.5 hours and include all safety equipment and harnesses. Groups of 2 to 6 people, minimum 4 to book. Children from age 5 are welcome. After the session, the beach is yours to spend the rest of the day with food and friends.

Duration
2h 30m
Group
Private tour
Language
EN

What’s included

  • All safety and climbing equipment including ropes, harnesses and helmets.
  • live guide teaching belay and climbing technique.
  • access to climbing routes for all levels of difficulty.
  • option for guided abseiling through the cave roof if you prefer that to climbing.

Times

  • Every day No fixed time

Information

Rock climbing and abseiling by the beach with a guide teaching belay technique and safety. All equipment provided.

Group Private
Live guide English
Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. See the exact address
Ages Adult (18 to 70 years) · Child (5 to 17 years) · Under 5: can't be booked
Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.
Confirmation Confirmation within 48 h
Good to know
Moderate physical effort Pets welcome Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems
More information The exact meeting point address, the operator’s instructions and every other detail are in the full listing. See the full listing

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The experience

A 5-minute walk from the car park takes you along the beach to the rock cliff. Once there, the guide runs a safety brief, gets you harnessed and helmeted, and starts teaching. The cliff has climbing routes for all levels: beginners and experienced climbers work on different sections of the same wall. The guide teaches you how to belay your partner up safely, which means you're not just climbing but learning to manage the rope while someone else climbs. If fatigue sets in partway through, the guide can set up a guided abseil instead, lowering you back down through the roof of a cave that opens into the cliff face.

Sessions last 2.5 hours depending on group size and how many people want to climb versus abseil. The minimum group is 4 people. Maximum is 6. All ropes, harnesses, helmets and climbing gear come with the booking. Bring only snacks, drinks and footwear with good grip. The beach itself is open after the session ends, so many groups bring a picnic or set up a small BBQ and stay for the afternoon with family and friends. Contact the guide before booking to arrange the best day and time for weather.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 17 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the walk like from the car park to the cliff?

It's a short 5-minute walk along the beach to reach the rock face. The car park is the starting point, and the beach itself is the route.

Do I need climbing experience to book this?

No. The activity is open to all ages and abilities. The guide teaches belay technique and climbing moments as you go, so beginners and experienced climbers can both participate in the same session on different routes.

What happens if I get tired during the climb?

The guide can set up a guided abseil instead, lowering you back down through the cave roof that opens into the cliff. You don't have to keep climbing if you're fatigued.

What's included in the price?

All safety equipment and climbing gear are provided: ropes, harnesses, helmets and any other equipment needed. You bring snacks, drinks and shoes with good grip.

Can we stay at the beach after the session?

Yes. Once the 2.5-hour climbing session ends, the beach is open for the rest of the day. Many groups bring a picnic or BBQ and spend the afternoon there with family and friends.

Operated by Daniel Johnston. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Rock Climbing by the Beach: Learn Belay & Abseil

2h 30m · EN

from £ 37.50 per person

≈ US$ 50 in your currency

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