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As part of my new role for the BOTG channel, I'm diving into various adventures and sharing opportunities for others to try something new. Unfortunately, YouTube's shadow banning has made it difficult for my content to gain visibility, effectively ending my dream of making a living on the platform. But with this realization, I've stopped worrying about feeding the algorithm and instead focus on creating content that I enjoy. One such thrilling experience is canyoning.
One of those exhilarating experiences is canyoning. Imagine throwing yourself off a cliff into the beautiful, tea-colored waters of Yorkshire. Mother Nature is powerful; the rapids are stronger than you might expect, and the icy coldness of the water takes your breath away, even with a wetsuit on.
Canyoning, also known as canyoneering, is an adventure sport that involves navigating through canyons using a variety of techniques such as walking, scrambling, climbing, jumping, abseiling, and swimming.
Even with a 5mm wetsuit, the water is cold. That initial jump takes your breath away, and the fear of heights combined with plunging eight meters into dark waters isn’t for everyone. However, for those seeking the thrill, Ingleton has you covered. Strong waterfalls, undercurrents, and flowing bubbles make it a playground of choice.
I strongly recommend not attempting this without an experienced guide and protective gear, including at least a helmet. The water is scattered with rocks and boulders, so knowing where it is safe to swim or jump is crucial.
I'm not afraid of heights, but standing on the edge of an eight-meter jump into cold water does bring a slight hesitancy.
Admittedly, jumping into cold water first thing in the morning isn't my ideal scenario. I struggle to wake up early enough to catch those sunrises while vanlifing. The experience feels more dangerous than it actually is; the water is deep, and even from an eight-meter jump, you won't hit the bottom. However, the sensation of being underwater can make five to six seconds feel like an eternity.
I'm not afraid of heights, but standing on the edge of an eight-meter jump into cold water does bring a slight hesitancy. With people counting down, you take the plunge. It's quite an adrenaline rush, then whoosh—into that Yorkshire tea-colored water. The icy water crawls over your skin as you hold your breath, and then you surface with a smile on your face, eager to do it again.
The worst part of canyoning for me was getting out of the water. Expect sore hands and feet; hard-soled shoes are an absolute must as the rocks are wet and slippery, making this the hardest part of the experience.
There were occasional rope crossings which felt rather anti-climactic, and waiting around for the rest of the group can leave you feeling cold.
Flowing over waterfalls is quite an experience. The hesitation as you’re flung over the edge, worrying if there are any rocks on the way down, is real. You fear your backside will be ripped to pieces or that you’ll hit something underwater. Of course, these spots have been mapped, and the rocks smoothed over thousands of years, but the thought still lingers in your mind.
The three-hour canyoning experience cost me £89, and I think it would be fantastic to go back with friends to see if they have the mettle to jump from eight meters or get washed over waterfalls. It's exhilarating and exciting all in one package.
If you don’t like cold water, heights, or can’t hold your breath, it's not for you. But for everyone else, it's a blast. It’s not something I’d do every weekend, but I’d definitely like to try coasteering in the sea as well.
Let me know if you’ve experienced canyoning and what you thought of it. Andy. BOTG Adventures.
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