The boats zip along at 55mph through water as shallow as four inches.

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Easily hired from most village centres or arranged by hotels, guests can zip along with a guide through the forest in a thrilling, if slightly noisy adventure, possibly stopping for tea or coffee along the way to stay warm.

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Along the way it will also fly by zip wire from the Tyne Bridge, cross Loch Ness and visit landmarks including the Giant's Causeway and Stonehenge.

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