Visit Salcombe for beautiful natural landscapes and a sailing enthusaists paradise

Salcombe, located in one of the southern most portions of Devon is an incredibly beautiful, hilltop coast town that makes for an excellent visit for those with a love of nature and water alike. Part of the South Hams district of Devon, Salcombe is situated on what appear to be precarious cliff sides, giving this town a completely unique and one-of-a-kind look and feel.

Part of an estuary, which helps lend to the natural beauty of the town, the waterfront and natural harbor are included in what is referred to as the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Whether you a a simple nature enthusiast or an avid nature photographer, Salcombe is a place you are sure to love, and may not want to leave, as the views and natural, rugged terrain have a way of making one want to stay.

This is a place for outdoor adventure, particularly of the water variety. While on land you can partake in excellent horseback riding and training activities, the action really lies at sea. Known for being a wonderful place to sail, sailing enthusiasts flock from miles around to sail around the pristine coastlines of Salcombe. But sailing isn´t where your water-based options stop.

While in Salcombe, give in to your need for speed by renting a powerboat and hitting the waters at full speed. Or perhaps, take a scuba trip off the coast for an amazingly up close view of the marine life that this area has to offer. This town also boasts excellent surfing (including academies for newbies), as well as more relaxating, leisurely tube boat rides where you gently loll along in the water. With plenty of places to rent boats, boards, or any other gear you might need, this is the place for the water enthusiast.

Whether you just want to take in some pristine, beautiful, and one-of-a-kind scenery, or you want to take in the best there is to offer in the way of water sports, check out Salcombe. Offering some of the most gorgeous landscapes in southern Devon and a huge number of different water sports from sailing to power boating, there is something to meet even the most discerning of tastes.