Time for an adventure in Rhondda Cynon Taf

It’s time for an adventure in Rhondda Cynon Taf. We are fast becoming one of the UK’s most exciting adventure destinations, with a dramatic landscape and adrenaline adventures. Walk, hike, bike or zip line over mountain ranges and open spaces.

Zip World Tower

This is the latest adrenaline experience from the world-famous Welsh brand. The Phoenix is the fastest seated zip line in the world! Soar from the top of the breath-taking Rhigos mountain.

Ride the Tower Coaster as it twists and turns downhill – you cannot find another one like it in Europe so make sure you visit soon.

Mini adventurers will love the Tower Flyer, a mini zip-lining experience with three zipping zones you can ride side-by-side.

Cegin Glo café, has amazing views of the surrounding scenery and the sunsets and is set to sell some of the best local food and drink.

Dare Valley Country Park

This is an amazing place to stay if you have a caravan, campervan, or motorhome. Dare Valley Country Park is a Dark Sky Wales accredited site, which means it offers perfect star-gazing conditions. Set out the hammock or floor cushions, get the BBQ going and chill out under a canopy of stars and constellations.

There are over 200 acres to explore in Dare Valley Country Park. Bring your own mountain bike or hire one of ours to take on Gravity Family Bike Park and the exhilarating trails. Venture up into the glacial mountains that surround the park for some of the best views around – especially sunsets.

Caffe Cwtsh is perfect if you don’t fancy a BBQ. Meals are made onsite from fresh, local produce.

Penpych

No words are needed – this is one of just two table-top mountains in Europe and the view from the top is incredible – daytime, nightime, sunrise or sunset.

There’s a stunning waterfall and fairy pool popular with wild swimmers.

Mountain Biking

There are too many biking trails on our mountains to list!

Best to just grab your gear and get exploring!

Keep an eye out for the Natural Resources Wales car parks, which act as starting points for trails into the forestry and on to the mountains. The main road over the Bwlch is one of the toughest sections of the epic Dragon Ride through South Wales.

Maerdy Reservoir

The National Cycle Network and ancient Coed Morgannwg way run though this historic site. You can still see the remains of the Castell Nos, believed to have been built by the Welsh Lords of Meisgyn, descendants of Iestyn ap Gwrgant, the last Welsh King of Glamorgan.

Discover the walking route and more here.

Llanwonno Forestry

Llanwonno forestry is steeped in myths and legends. Walk or cycle through the forestry to the Clydach reservoir and Pistell Golau falls.

The Brynfynnon pub is a great place to stop and refuel – and you can enjoy gorgeous views from there too.

Bwlch

This mountain is packed with walks – find more here.

It’s also a great place to just chill with a cuppa and an ice cream.

Taff Valley Quad Bike and Activity Centre

This incredible team, based in a farmhouse amid the rolling Taff Valley hills will build an adventure for you. They cater for groups of all sizes and offer quad treks, rock climbing, hill walking, gorge walking, archery and more – they can even sort places to stay if you are interested.