Snorkelling - The Bear Grylls Adventure

The Bear Grylls Adventure Birmingham

Available to 5 January 2025

Book now from £40.50

Dive into a tropical world

Only a cage separates you from an aquatic wonderland full of Blacktip reef sharks, Nurse sharks and a plethora of tropical fish.

Once you've received your briefing from the team, you will then be submerged in an underwater cage where you can then get close to over 800 species of weird and wonderful aquatic life.

Snorkelling is one of the most exciting water-based activities, so it's well worth trying it out on your visit to the Bear Grylls Adventure. Whether you're a pro, or if you're a first-timer, snorkelling at the centre will prove to be a remarkable experience for all.

Get your tickets to snorkelling at the Bear Grylls Adventure, or take a look at the other experiences at the centre:

National Exhibition Centre Pendigo Way,
Solihull B40 1NT

How to find us

It is recommend that guests arrive 30 minutes before their first activity start time. The Bear Grylls Adventure car park is found at NEC Car Park East 5.

By car

You can find The Bear Grylls Adventure at the National Exhibition Centre. It is located just off the M42 at Junction 6.

Please use postcode B40 1NT to find The Bear Grylls Adventure's car park at NEC Car Park East 5. Please park through the barriers to the right hand side of the car park. Or, using what3words, the entrance to the car park is ///letter.rapid.almost

There is a 15-minute walk from the car park to the site.

By train

The nearest train station to The Bear Grylls Adventure is Birmingham International.

The attraction is then just a 10 minute walk through The NEC.

By bus

National Express WM buses X1, X12 and 75 currently connect to Birmingham International train station.

The attraction is then just a 10 minute walk through The NEC.

What's included:

60 minute Cage Snorkel adventure
Explore from the Snorkel cage for 20 minutes
Full briefing from the team before taking the plunge
All dive and safety equipment provided, including up to XXXL wetsuits. It is asked that you bring your own swimwear and a towel
Unlimited access to the Royal Marines-inspired Assault Course

Important information:

Participants must be 8+ years
8 and 9 year olds must be accompanied on the activity by a participating parent or guardian aged 18+ on a ratio of 1 adult to 4 children
Guests aged 10-16 years will need an adult present at check-in to sign waivers, but can enjoy the adventure unaccompanied
All guests participating in an activity need to complete a general attraction waiver
It is recommended to wear comfortable active clothing that you can move freely in. For this activity, you should bring your own swimwear and a towel.
For your safety, no jewellery, mobile phones or loose items can be worn during activities however they can be stored away in the onsite free lockers
If your visibility is impaired without glasses, please bring your own prescription masks