{"id":25797,"date":"2018-06-26T09:00:19","date_gmt":"2018-06-26T16:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/?p=25797"},"modified":"2025-08-22T13:16:45","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T20:16:45","slug":"cornwall-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearetravelgirls.com\/cornwall-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"CORNWALL, ENGLAND: AN ADVENTURE GUIDE"},"content":{"rendered":"

With summer upon us, what better time to pack up for a road trip and drive in the direction of the beach. Located to the far west of the U.K., Cornwall is a bucket list destination for an adventurous weekend away. From camping among the trees to chasing waterfalls, Cornwall is abundant with entertainment for adventure seekers. In this guide I share 4 adventurous things to do in Cornwall, along with some information on how to get there and what to bring to have a unforgettable trip to Cornwall.<\/span><\/p>\n

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1) CAMP IN THE TREES IN CORNWALL<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve made the effort to drive all the way to Cornwall, you don\u2019t really want to settle for a mediocre hotel or Bed & Breakfast. Instead, pack your sleeping bag and roll mat for a night spent suspended between trees! <\/span>Kudhva<\/a> offers tree tents to hire for the weekend, allowing you to fall asleep to firelight and wake up with the birds. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Although you won\u2019t exactly be roughing it, with hot showers and kitchen facilities in the forest, Kudhva has all your needs covered whilst offering a tranquil escape in the hillside. <\/span>Or, if sleeping wild is a little too extreme for you, the campsite offers Kudhvas (eco bedrooms on stilts) to hire which will still feed your outdoors cravings!<\/span><\/p>\n

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2) VISIT CORNWALL’S MAGNIFICENT WATERFALLS<\/span><\/h3>\n

Located an hour’s walk through the fields from Kudhva, is St Nectans Glen<\/a> – a fairy-tale woodland with mystical waterfalls. Deemed an Area of Outstanding Beauty, it\u2019s no wonder myths surround this place including ghosts, King Arthur and healing water. With tree covered ribbons, crystals and fairy rock stacks, there is an indescribable magical vibe to these woodlands.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Of course you will have packed your swimming gear, as taking a dip in the first waterfall provides a refreshing cool off from the country hike to arrive here. Although be warned<\/em>: be sure to wear the wellies provided with your entrance fare as the riverbed is rather uncomfortable for barefoot hiking. <\/span>Make sure you climb over and above the waterfall for optimum thrill-seeker views looking down into the pool!<\/span><\/p>\n

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3) DISCOVER CORNWALL’S EXCELLENT COASTAL HIKES<\/span><\/h3>\n

Hike, walk or meander, you set the pace using the sea as your guide to follow the South West Coastal path. With rugged coast lines and sheer cliffs Cornwall is not short of breath-taking scenery. <\/span><\/p>\n

Why not add a pinch of culture and tie in your coastal hike with a visit to Tintagel Castle<\/a>? Located on the cliff side, Tintagel provides coastal caves<\/a> and hidden beaches that some choose to kayak to \u2013 just make sure you plan for the tide!<\/span><\/p>\n

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The coastal path from Port Issac to Port Quin should also be added to the adventure itinerary. Grab hiking snacks and lunch from Port Issac before you set off, then follow the coastal path south making sure you stop at the various vantage points to admire the view.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can then retrace your steps back to the car along the coast, or complete the walk as a circular route travelling in land through fields and woodland<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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4) LEARN TO SURF AND BODY BOARDING IN CORNWALL<\/span><\/h3>\n

Cornwall is a mecca for U.K. surfers and it\u2019s no wonder seeing as there is an abundance of beaches to paddle out into the Atlantic Ocean. Fistral Beach<\/a>, Gwithian Beach and Praa Sands Beach are among the popular surf spots. <\/span><\/p>\n

Beaches with board hire and lessons close include:<\/span><\/p>\n