PLAY
ACTIVITIES
Experience nature’s amazing PLAYground on the world famous Causeway Coast.
BASALT Breaks can offer a wide range of activities to go along with your stay, from exhilarating water and coastline adventures such as surfing, paddleboarding, waterbiking, coasteering, kayaking, wild swimming, diving, and hiking to name just a few, through to more relaxing activities such as seaweed baths, yoga, craft workshops, photography courses, food & drink tours and more.
We can tailor and arrange fully bespoke experiences of our beautiful North Coast, so whatever you have in mind, please just get in contact with us.
Water Bikes
BASALT Six
BASALTsix offer a unique water bike experience from the River Bann in Coleraine. The Red Shark water bikes combine Cycling and Stand Up paddle boarding for a one of a kind water experience.
We are located at Coffee at the Dock opposite Mountsandle Fort, Ireland’s oldest settlement. A 1 hour guided cycle from the “Cutts” to the Old Bridge and back is approximately 1 hour where you can enjoy the tranquillity of the river with its birdlife and resident seals.
Coasteering
Causeway Coasteering
Coasteering is raw adrenaline; cliff jumping, bouldering, climbing, belly-flopping, get spun and pushed around in a wave pool, clambering, some underwater challenges and otherwise using our rugged coastline as an adventure playground. However, coasteering is much more than that.
For many, even just the opportunity to experience inaccessible, beautiful coastal sea caves, hidden coves and otherwise inaccessible little islands around our breathtakingly, rugged coastline is the highlight of their coasteering adventure.
Diving & Snorkelling
Freedive NI
Freedive NI, Northern Ireland’s first and only Freediving Centre based in Portrush.
We provide the most amazing and unique water-based experiences on the Island. Connect with nature in the most stunning and hidden locations along the historic Causeway Coast. Choose your adventure from a range of spectacular experiences: from family-friendly cave exploration snorkel tours, coastal paddleboard trips to wild swim tours and freediving courses for beginner and advanced thrillseekers.
Kayaking
Causeway Coast Kayaking
Causeway Coast Kayaking is an Eco Adventure Tour company that provides small group and private adventure experiences along the coastline of Northern Ireland.
Specifically designed for adventure seekers and active travellers of all ages, the tours themselves are an unforgettable way to experience and appreciate the secrets to be discovered along the world famous Causeway Coastline. Every tour with our highly qualified and experienced local guides is a perfect blend of heritage, nature, adventure, stunning scenery and much much more.
Photography
Causeway Camera
Causeway Camera is a fusion of family, fun and photos. Founder Matt Wright leverages his unparalleled knowledge of the Causeway Coast with his innate sense of fun to help you explore and capture memories at secluded and incredible locations along the Causeway Coast whilst offering a range of photography packages.
Causeway Scout - Break away from the crowded locations and capture your family, friends or spouse in the most memorable moments, occasions and vistas.
Causeway Discovery - Escape the tourist trail to explore by car multiple, incredible locations along the Causeway Coast.
Walking Workshop - Learn how to unleash your creativity through the full manual power and settings of your camera. The varied scenes of Portrush (beach, cliff and street) allow plenty of scope to learn. Absolute beginners and keen amateurs welcome.
Boat Cruises
Abhainn Cruises
Our bespoke private charters offer you a unique experience at World Heritage Sites, a chance to discover hidden gems along our breath-taking coast, take photographs at inaccessible locations, watch wildlife and appreciate the beauty and history that is part of Northern Ireland Heritage.
Create life-long memories as you explore the islands and shores of Lough Neagh or the solace of the River Bann as our Mesolithic forefathers once did. We offer you an authentic experience of Northern Ireland, truly off the beaten track.
Surfing & Paddleboarding
Alive Adventures
Alive Adventures is based in Portrush, the surfing capital of Northern Ireland, with some of the most beautiful and expansive surf beaches in the whole or Ireland. Alive offer a range of Surfing and Stand Up Paddleboarding lessons and adventures for all skill levels, you’ll be spoiled for choice.
Your family or group can arrange a private session with our coaches are qualified beach lifeguards and certified surf instructors offering professional coaching in a safe environment. They are six time winner of Trips-advisor’s “Certificate of Excellence” and “Hall Of Fame” award!
So, why not join Ricky and the team as you explore the beautiful Causeway Coast in surfing style.
Hikes & Trails
Ella Mor
Enjoy guided experiences of the local area through history, heritage, and the culture within our Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Our unique guided hikes, walks, activities and adventures will give you a unique taster and experience of what the Binevenagh area of the North Coast has to offer.
Walking Tours
Nine Glens Walking Tours
We will guide you on walks through some of Ireland’s most scenic trails, walking through history and routes lined with uninterrupted views. If you want to soak up local history and culture, listen to mythical tales about the North Antrim Coast and the Glens of Antrim, then let Nine Glens Walking Tours take care of you.
The Glens Of Antrim are a unique and mythical place, where every stone and every river is steeped in history, mythology, song and poetry. We have our own ways, our own beliefs and our own stories. Through walking and touring with us, it is our hope and belief that we will leave an experience and impression on our visitors that will have them asking for more and visiting us time and time again.
