Coasteering in Pembrokeshire | TYF Adventure in St Davids

Coasteering

Coasteering began here on the Pembrokeshire coast in the mid-1980s, and TYF has been taking people on adventures along this shoreline ever since.
Our sessions are led by fully qualified and highly experienced instructors who know this coast intimately — if you’re going to go coasteering, go with the people who pioneered it.

Discovery Coasteering

Activity Details
£65 Per Person

Discovery Coasteering offers the full Pembrokeshire coasteering experience within a mixed-age group, moving along the same stretch of coastline and taking on the same scrambles, swims and jumps, with the day shaped around a supportive group dynamic where families, younger people, teens and adults share the adventure together.

Approx 3.5 hours
Moderate Fitness Level
St Davids, SA62 6SD
Minimum age 8
Highlights and What’s Included
  • 3.5-hour coasteering session meeting at 9am or 1.30pm

  • Exploring the coastline at a pace that works for the group

  • Swimming and natural play spots

  • Optional small and bigger jumps

  • Sea caves and rocky inlets

  • Discovering local wildlife and coastal environments

  • Small group sizes (up to 8 people per instructor; larger groups available on request)

  • Free photos taken during the session using our waterproof cameras

  • All specialist equipment and safety gear provided

What You’ll Need to Bring
  • Trainers to wear whilst coasteering – you’ll need closed-toe trainers with a good sole that can get wet. Beach shoes and water shoes aren’t suitable for coasteering. Don’t worry if you don’t have an old pair – we have plenty of trainers you can borrow.
  • Swimwear to wear under your wetsuit.
  • Old shorts to wear over your wetsuit. These help protect the wetsuit when moving over the rocks. We have plenty of spare shorts you can borrow if you don’t have any.
  • A towel and dry clothes to change into afterwards.
  • Any medication you may need during the activity, such as an inhaler or EpiPen.

Explorer Coasteering

Activity Details
£65 Per Person

Explorer Coasteering follows the same coastline and includes the same swims, climbs and jumps, but is delivered within an adult-focused group for participants aged 16 and over who prefer to experience coasteering alongside other older adventurers.

Approx 3.5 hours
Moderate Fitness Level
St Davids, SA62 6SD
Minimum age 16
Highlights and What’s Included
  • 3.5-hour coasteering session meeting at 9am or 1.30pm

  • Journeying along the coastline through swims, scrambles and sea caves

  • Optional small and bigger jumps

  • Time to immerse yourself in the environment and enjoy the flow of the session

  • Exploring rugged coastal features and wildlife

  • Small group sizes (up to 8 people per instructor; larger groups available on request)

  • Free photos taken during the session using our waterproof cameras

  • All specialist equipment and safety gear provided

What You’ll Need to Bring
  • Trainers to wear whilst coasteering – you’ll need closed-toe trainers with a good sole that can get wet. Beach shoes and water shoes aren’t suitable for coasteering. Don’t worry if you don’t have an old pair – we have plenty of trainers you can borrow.
  • Swimwear to wear under your wetsuit.
  • Old shorts to wear over your wetsuit. These help protect the wetsuit when moving over the rocks. We have plenty of spare shorts you can borrow if you don’t have any.
  • A towel and dry clothes to change into afterwards.
  • Any medication you may need during the activity, such as an inhaler or EpiPen.

Pioneer Coasteering

Activity Details
£70 Per Person

Pioneer Coasteering is an advanced coasteering experience designed for adults aged and over 16’s who have previously coasteered with TYF and are looking for a bigger physical and technical challenge. These sessions explore more committing sections of coastline and involve sustained swimming and scrambling, requiring a higher level of fitness, confidence in the sea and the ability to look after yourself in a more serious coastal environment.

*Pioneer Coasteering is suitable only for confident, capable participants who have coasteered with TYF before, are comfortable swimming in open water, and have a good level of fitness. This is a more demanding and committing experience than our standard coasteering sessions and is not suitable for first-time coasteerers.

Approx 3.5 hours
Good Fitness Level
St Davids, SA62 6SD
Minimum age 16
Highlights and What’s Included
  • An advanced coasteering session designed exclusively for adults and over 16’s

  • Exploration of more committing sections of coastline not used on standard sessions

  • Sustained swimming and scrambling with fewer natural rest points

  • A physically demanding experience requiring good fitness and confidence in the sea

  • A focus on judgement, movement and decision-making in a more serious coastal environment

  • Small group sizes led by highly experienced instructors

  • Routes and features selected based on conditions and participant capability on the day

  • Free photos taken during the session using our waterproof cameras

  • All specialist equipment and safety gear provided

What You’ll Need to Bring
  • Trainers to wear whilst coasteering – you’ll need closed-toe trainers with a good sole that can get wet. Beach shoes and water shoes aren’t suitable for coasteering. Don’t worry if you don’t have an old pair – we have plenty of trainers you can borrow.
  • Swimwear to wear under your wetsuit.
  • Old shorts to wear over your wetsuit. These help protect the wetsuit when moving over the rocks. We have plenty of spare shorts you can borrow if you don’t have any.
  • A towel and dry clothes to change into afterwards.
  • Any medication you may need during the activity, such as an inhaler or EpiPen.

TYF Staff allowing a participant to do a funny jump whilst coasteering

Every coasteering session with TYF is carefully shaped around the conditions and the people taking part, with experienced instructors making decisions on the day to ensure the experience is appropriate, enjoyable and well managed. Coasteering in Pembrokeshire with TYF is about taking part with confidence, clarity and care.

question Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the session? +

Typically, a half-day session is 3.5 hours from meeting to goodbyes. You’ll usually spend around 2 to 2.5 hours on the activity itself, depending on how quickly you can get your wetsuit on!

What should I wear? +

Come dressed for the weather in comfortable clothes, and bring swimwear and a towel. We’ll provide wetsuits and any other specialist or safety clothing you need for your session.

For coasteering, you’ll need trainers that you’re happy to wear in the sea. If you don’t have suitable ones, we have spares you can borrow. Beach shoes and water shoes aren’t suitable for coasteering.

Do I need to bring my own equipment? +

No. We’ll provide all the specialist equipment you need for your chosen activity, including wetsuits and all necessary safety equipment.

You’ll just need to bring the personal items mentioned for your activity, such as swimwear, a towel and suitable footwear.

Can I use my own equipment (e.g. wetsuit, buoyancy aid or helmet)? +

Yes, you can use some of your own equipment, but we generally recommend using ours as it’s specifically chosen for the activities we run.

You’re welcome to wear your own wetsuit, although we recommend using one of ours. Our 5mm winter wetsuits are designed to keep you warm in Pembrokeshire waters, and activities such as coasteering can be tough on wetsuits, particularly around sharp rocks. If you choose to wear your own wetsuit or other personal equipment, you do so at your own risk, including the risk of damage or loss.

If you’d like to use your own safety equipment, such as a buoyancy aid or helmet, one of our team will need to check it before the session. It must be suitable for the activity, in good condition and within the manufacturer’s recommended lifespan. We may ask you to use TYF equipment instead if we don’t consider your own equipment suitable.

If you’re unsure, bring it along and we’ll take a look.

What is the instructor-to-participant ratio for activities? +

At TYF, we take your safety seriously and ensure that every participant has adequate supervision from a qualified expert. Our instructor-to-participant ratios are:

Coasteering – 1:10

How long before my session should I arrive? +

Please arrive roughly 10 minutes before your session so that we have time to get you properly kitted out in good time for your adventure.

Are sessions ever cancelled due to the weather? +

We’re pretty hardy here in West Wales, so our activities go ahead in most weather – it’s all part of the adventure!

Sometimes, though, weather and sea conditions mean it isn’t safe or appropriate to run the activity as planned. If that happens, we may change the activity, move to a different location or, occasionally, cancel the session.

We keep a close eye on the conditions and will contact you as soon as possible if we need to make any changes. If you haven’t heard from us, please assume your session is going ahead as planned and come prepared for the weather.

Are there any weight, height or age restrictions for the activities? +

The minimum age for our activities is 8 years old. We don’t have specific height or weight limits, but you do need to be able to comfortably and safely fit the equipment required for your activity.

Our wetsuit range currently goes up to a women’s size 18 and a men’s 3XL. If you’re unsure whether we’ll have suitable equipment for you, please get in touch with us before booking and we’ll be happy to advise.

You’ll also need a reasonable level of fitness and mobility to take part in our activities. Coasteering is our most physically demanding activity and involves swimming, scrambling over rocks and moving through uneven coastal terrain.

If you’re unsure whether an activity is suitable for you or someone in your group, please get in touch before booking and we can talk through what’s involved.

How physically demanding are the activities? +

Our activities are active and adventurous, so you’ll need a reasonable level of fitness and mobility to take part. You should be comfortable being physically active outdoors for up to 3 hours, including on uneven and sometimes challenging terrain.

Coasteering is our most physically demanding activity and involves swimming, scrambling over rocks, climbing and moving through the coastal environment.

Our guides will adapt the pace and level of challenge where they can, but there is a minimum level of physical ability needed to take part safely.

If you’re unsure whether an activity is suitable for you or someone in your group, please get in touch before booking and we can talk through what’s involved.

Are there any medical conditions that would prevent someone from participating in the activities? +

Having a medical condition doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t take part, but we do need to know about anything that could affect your safety or ability to participate.

Please tell us about any relevant medical conditions, injuries, medication or other concerns when you book. If you’re unsure whether an activity is suitable for you, get in touch before booking so we can talk through what’s involved.

In some circumstances, we may recommend a different activity or ask you to seek advice from a healthcare professional before taking part.

How do I get to the activity location? +

You can find us here.

My question isn’t on here! +

No problem. If you have any further questions about Coasteering, please get in touch with us for a chat via our contact page. We’re always happy to help.

Terms Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: July 2026

These Terms & Conditions apply to all bookings made with TYF Adventure Ltd for adventure activities, courses and experiences.

By making a booking, you confirm that you have read and accepted these Terms & Conditions and that the information you provide during the booking process is accurate to the best of your knowledge.


1. Booking Your Adventure

A booking is confirmed once full payment has been received and you have received a confirmation email from TYF Adventure.

Please check your booking confirmation carefully and contact us immediately if any information is incorrect.

The person making the booking accepts these Terms & Conditions on behalf of everyone included within the booking and is responsible for ensuring all participants are aware of them.


2. Payment

Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise agreed by TYF Adventure.

Prices shown on our website include any applicable VAT unless otherwise stated.


3. Age Requirements

Our activities are designed for different age groups.

  • Children: 8–11 years
  • Youth: 12–15 years
  • Young Adult: 16–17 years
  • Adult: 18 years and over

Minimum age requirements are shown on each activity page and must be met on the day of the activity.


4. Children & Young People

Children aged 8–15 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

For surfing and climbing, the accompanying adult does not have to participate but must remain at the activity venue throughout the session.

For all other activities, accompanying adults are normally expected to participate unless otherwise agreed by TYF Adventure.

Young adults aged 16–17 may participate without an accompanying adult, provided a parent or legal guardian remains within the St Davids area and is contactable for the duration of the activity.

Children under the age of 8 may occasionally be accommodated depending on the activity, weather conditions and the availability of suitable equipment. Please contact us before booking.


5. Health & Fitness

Our activities involve moderate to strenuous physical activity in natural environments. Participants are responsible for ensuring they are fit and able to take part in the activity they have booked.

Participants must:

  • be reasonably fit for the activity booked;
  • disclose any relevant medical conditions, injuries, disabilities or allergies that may affect their participation;
  • ensure all information provided within the Participant Declaration is accurate and complete;
  • bring with them any medication or medical devices they may require during the activity (including, but not limited to, inhalers, EpiPens, diabetic medication or other prescribed medication).

If a participant fails to disclose relevant medical information or arrives without essential medication that has been declared, TYF Adventure may refuse their participation where, in the opinion of our guides, it would be unsafe for them to take part.

Similarly, if at any point before or during the activity our guides believe a participant is unable to participate safely due to their fitness, medical condition, injury, illness or impairment, TYF Adventure reserves the right to refuse or end their participation.

In these circumstances, participants will not normally be entitled to a refund.


6. Alcohol & Drugs

Participants must not take part in any activity whilst under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs.

Any participant who appears to be impaired may be refused participation without refund.


7. Participant Declaration

Every participant must complete TYF Adventure’s Participant Declaration before taking part.

Participants under the age of 18 must have the declaration completed by a parent or legal guardian.

By completing the declaration you confirm that:

  • the information provided is accurate;
  • you understand the nature of the activity;
  • you understand that adventurous activities involve inherent risks that cannot be completely eliminated.


8. Safety & Behaviour

Safety is our highest priority.

All participants must follow the instructions of TYF Adventure staff at all times.

Our guides may exclude any participant whose behaviour is unsafe, abusive, disruptive or places themselves, other participants or our staff at risk.

No refund will be given where participation is refused or ended because of a participant’s behaviour or failure to follow reasonable instructions.


9. Clothing & Equipment

Participants are responsible for arriving with the clothing and footwear described within their booking confirmation.

TYF Adventure supplies specialist safety equipment appropriate for each activity.

Participants must use equipment as instructed and must not intentionally misuse or damage TYF equipment.

Where equipment is lost or damaged through negligence or deliberate misuse, TYF Adventure reserves the right to recover the cost of repair or replacement.


10. Changes to Your Booking

We understand that plans sometimes change.

If you need to cancel your booking, the following refunds apply:

Notice before activity Refund
15 days or more 100%
8–14 days 50%
7 days or fewer No refund

Requests to change the date of a booking are subject to availability and are treated in line with the cancellation policy above.

Participants who arrive late or fail to attend their activity will not be entitled to a refund.

TYF Adventure may, at its discretion, make exceptions to these terms where exceptional circumstances exist.


11. Changes by TYF Adventure

Adventure activities take place in dynamic natural environments.

To provide the safest and best possible experience, TYF Adventure may change:

  • activity venues;
  • launch locations;
  • routes;
  • timings;
  • session format;
  • or substitute an alternative activity,

where weather, sea conditions, tides, environmental factors or operational requirements make this necessary.

These changes form part of the normal delivery of adventurous activities and do not constitute cancellation.


12. Weather & Cancellations

Our activities operate in a wide range of weather conditions.

Where possible we will adapt the activity or offer an alternative adventure that is suitable for the conditions.

If TYF Adventure determines that conditions are unsuitable for any activity to safely take place, we will normally offer:

  • an alternative date;
  • an activity voucher valid for 12 months; or
  • at the discretion of management, a refund.

We always aim to find the option that provides the best outcome for our customers.


13. Circumstances Beyond Our Control

TYF Adventure cannot accept responsibility for cancellations or delays caused by events outside our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

  • severe weather;
  • flooding;
  • road closures;
  • natural events;
  • government restrictions;
  • public health emergencies;
  • industrial action;
  • utility failures; or
  • other unforeseen circumstances.

Where possible we will work with you to rearrange your booking.


14. Liability

TYF Adventure delivers professionally managed adventurous activities designed to reduce the risk of serious injury or death to an acceptable level. However, no adventurous activity can eliminate risk entirely.

Our activities take place in dynamic natural environments where conditions such as weather, tides, sea state, terrain and other natural hazards can change. Despite careful planning, experienced guides, maintained equipment and robust safety procedures, participation involves inherent risks, including the possibility of serious injury or death.

Further details of these inherent risks are set out in the TYF Adventure Participant Declaration, which every participant must complete before taking part.

Participants are expected to follow all reasonable instructions given by TYF Adventure staff throughout their activity.

TYF Adventure will not accept liability for injury, loss or damage arising from a participant’s failure to follow reasonable instructions, failure to disclose relevant medical information, failure to carry essential declared medication, or behaviour that places themselves or others at unnecessary risk.

Nothing in these Terms & Conditions excludes or limits TYF Adventure’s liability where such liability cannot legally be excluded, including liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, or for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation.

We recommend that participants have appropriate personal travel and activity insurance where applicable.


15. Personal Property

Participants are welcome to leave small personal belongings with TYF Adventure during activities where facilities are available.

All property is left entirely at the owner’s risk.

Items taken onto activities remain the responsibility of the participant.

TYF Adventure cannot accept responsibility for loss, theft or damage to personal belongings except where required by law.


16. Photography

During activities, TYF Adventure may take photographs or video for promotional purposes.

If you would prefer not to appear in photographs or video, please let your guide know before your activity begins and we will respect your wishes wherever reasonably possible.


17. Privacy

Personal information is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable UK data protection legislation.

Information collected during booking and participation is used solely for the administration and safe delivery of your activity.


18. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

Any disputes arising from these Terms & Conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.