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Ice Climbing at the Ice Factor, Kinlochleven credit Gavin Newman www.ice-factor.co.uk
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The Ice Factor


Contact details:

Ice Factor Enquiries
Leven Road
Kinlochleven
Lochaber
PH50 4SF
SCOTLAND

Tel: Tel +44 (0) 1855 831 100 or Tel +44 (0) 1855 831 103 (Shop)

Email: The Ice Factor

Web: The Ice Factor


A must visit attraction for any visitor to the West Highlands of Scotland, the Ice Factor is the UK's Premier Adventure Centre. Located in the village of Kinlochleven (10 minutes from Glencoe Village). The £3.5m centre has become an iconic destination for over 130,000 visitors each year, who come to experience the world class range of adventure activities on offer, all under expert instruction with all specialist equipment provided.

These include:
Ice Climbing on the world's biggest indoor Ice Climbing Wall
Rock Climbing and Abseiling on the UK's Highest Articulated Wall
Aerial Assault & Giant Swing on the UK's newest outdoor skyride aerial adventure course.

The centre has an award winning coffee shop, restaurant and mountain theme bar, outdoor equipment and gift shop.

The Ice Factor is two times winner of the Thistle Award for Visitor Excellence.

What we do best:

Guided sea kayaking - trips can be from one day to five, we adapt our journeys to suit your availability, budget and requirements.

Funyaking - A unique and exciting way of discovering Scotland's rivers. Paddling down class 3 rapids, the boats combine the manoeuvrability of a kayak and the stability of a raft. The ultimate white water experience.

Travel Directions


Click anywhere on the map to open a new window containing a more detailed Google Map.

Kinlochleven is about 10 minutes drive along Loch Leven, from Glencoe Village and about 30 minutes drive from Fort William. The Ice Factor is located on the right hand side within Kinlochleven as you drive in from Glen Coe (left if you drive in from Fort William!).

For public transport information in the Lochaber area visit the Lochaber Transport Forum website.

Available packages


"Outdoor Rock and Ice". Prices start from £140 - hire your private guide to explore the best of Scotland¿s rock and ice routes.

"Dappled Water". Explore Loch Leven and the burial isles of the MacDonalds massacred in the infamous Glencoe Massacre.

Accommodation nearby (all standards), shower facilities, drying room with secure lock up for gear.

Other activities available


Rock Climbing  Ice Climbing  Scrambling 

Useful info


Equipment provided?

All specialist equipment provided.

What do I need to wear?

Comfortable clothing and footwear. You will be advised of any extras once you have booked.

What do I need to bring?

Please contact the centre for details.

When can I do it?

All year round.

Is there a pub nearby?

Pub nearby.


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