Wales is alive with castles, museums, adventure parks, beaches, zoos, heritage sites, and much more. But if we were looking for things to do in Wales by caravan, we'd be focusing more on the waterfalls, and less on the castles. No doubt, there's beauty everywhere in Wales, but unlike many other places that attract millions of visitors each year, it's one of those rare ones where you can truly connect with nature. So, for the lucky ones who plan to explore the myriads of things to do in Wales by caravan, we've put together a short list of places they will simply fall in love with.
LlandudnoHosting the Wales rally and boasting the longest pier in Wales, Llandudno is a prime destination for those looking for leisurely things to do in Wales. There's plenty to see here, like the
Welsh Mountain Zoo, but if you really want to do something 'entirely bonkers', then walk a mile in Alice's shoes as you follow the white rabbit on an
augmented reality trail. Find out for yourself what makes Llandudno a wonderland!
Snowdonian OutskirtsIf you fancy flying over a slate quarry in Snowdonia at 500ft for about a mile, at speeds of 100 mph, then head over to
Zip World in Bethesda. Only 20 minutes away from Conwy, it's the perfect pit-stop after an after-noon of foraging and
caravanning in Wales. You'll be gliding over the Penrhyn Quarry lake, lying flat, face down and arms outstretched. A few hours later, you'll be back in Bethesda, where you can stock up on food supplies. Then, when the dust settles back on your shoes, look for the
Dragon Raiders Park in Criccieth, where you can have the most fun-packed nature trail without moving a muscle. Just imagine driving less than an hour from Bethesda to go on a Segway adventure, and then still having loads of time to spend exploring the Snowdonia National Park! When you've made the trip to the heart of Snowdonia, don't miss out on the underground
Slate Llechwedd Caverns tour. Ditch the caravan for an off-road adventure in the Quarry Explorer, and snap some photographs for posterity.
Elan VillageHalfway between Snowdonia and Brecon Beacons lies Elan Village, one of the few
places to visit in Wales to offer fresh, homemade cake at the Penbont House by day, and stargazing experiences by night. Join a local ranger on a bespoke tour, or buy an angling permit from the visitor centre. There are 6 Victorian dams, several reservoirs and an aqueduct to explore on the Elan Estate, mementos of a time when the village supplied the city of Birmingham. While there, treat yourself to some food foraging fun at
Fungi Forays. Whatever you can pick in three hours is yours for the taking, and the pastures and woods are teeming with mushrooms.
Brecon BeaconsTo the south of Wales, this national park is testament to the greatness of nature, having been carved in the Ice Age. It's riddled with prehistoric remains, and it's less than an hour's drive from Cardiff.
If you're up for a challenge, take the 24-hour bush craft and wilderness skills course at the
Bear Grylls Survival Academy, near Pen y Fan. Of all the possible
things to do in Wales, this one may be the most challenging, but also the most rewarding. After days of
caravanning in Wales, you can leave this place knowing that you have what it takes to survive in the wild. And you have the certificate to prove it!
On your trip don't forget to bring some vital
caravan parts and accessories such as a
coolbox or that new comfortable chair to relax in the evenings. While you're there, look into rock climbing, abseiling, walking, fishing, bird watching, underground gallery and mine exploring at the
Dan yr Ogof and
Big Pit, or cycling. Then, spend a night stargazing at the first
International Dark Sky Reserve. In the morning, you can conclude your adventures
caravanning in Wales with a trip to Cardiff or Swansea.
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