Travel and adventure

Life in the Royal Marines can take you further than you believed possible. Experiencing things you never imagined, in places you never thought you’d visit. Whatever your rank, you’ll get paid to travel the world, making friendships that last a lifetime.

Travel

From operations in the Arctic, to exercises in the Mojave Desert, travelling the world is all in a day’s work. You’ll even have opportunities to see the sights when you get some downtime. Take a look at the map to see what some of our personnel have been up to.

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Bavaria

Skiing

I’ve always had a passion for skiing, whether that’s going away with some mates or just getting some practice on the local dry ski slope. Now I get to do it as part of my job. I never thought I’d say that. The tuition I got was great and now I’m at a level where I can ski competitively.

Roger, 27

Royal Marines Commando

UK

On deployment

Me and a few of the lads had some leave at the same time, so we decided to have a couple of days walking in the Lake District. It kept us fit and was a great laugh.

Stuart, 22

Royal Marines Commando

South Africa

On deployment

I was deployed on HMS Bulwark when we needed to stop over in Cape Town. We got to spend some time in the city, and a few of us even had the opportunity to climb Table Mountain. It was a sensational place and an experience I’ll never forget.

Matt, 32,

Royal Marines Commando Officer

Nevada

On deployment

I was still training when we went over to the Mojave Desert to work with American marines and develop our skills in that unique environment. I’ve never experienced anything like it, and it was a real adventure from the moment we arrived.

Dai, 24

Royal Marines Commando Officer

Adventure

Unique experiences and new challenges are a constant feature of life as a Royal Marine. You’ll have the option to take part in our annual Adventurous Training (AT) weeks, or even tailor your own training if there’s something you’re particularly keen to try.

Adventurous Training gives you the opportunity to try new sports in new environments. Whichever you choose, AT helps you develop physical and mental robustness, while honing those all-important leadership skills that are indispensable. Every serving member of the Naval Service is entitled to five AT days every year.

Skiing

The Naval Outdoor Centre Germany (NOCG) is in the heart of Bavaria’s famous Allgäu area. From novices to seasoned pros, it’s perfect for all levels of skier. You can gain Ski Foundations 1-3, depending on your level of experience.

Climbing

Bavaria’s stunning mountains provide a vast range of climbing routes for you to experience single pitch climbing and abseiling. The breadth of routes means there’s something for everyone, challenging beginners and experienced climbers alike.

Kayaking

The lakes and rivers in and around Naval Outdoor Centre Germany provide the perfect place to experience the thrills and spills of kayaking and canoeing. After a morning’s tuition on basic skills, you’ll spend the afternoon testing your mettle on moving water.

Klettersteig

A Klettersteig (German for climbing path) or Via Ferrata (Italian for iron road) is a mountain route equipped with fixed cables, ladders and bridges. It’s a truly unique way to experience the beauty of the Bavarian mountains.

Sub-aqua diving

This is your opportunity to explore the world beneath the waves. Located at Devonport near Plymouth, the Joint Sub Aqua Diving Centre welcomes divers of all levels, enabling you to train for internationally recognised qualifications.

Mountain biking

The areas around the Naval Outdoor Centre Germany are packed with tracks and trails for you to experience the thrill of mountain biking in the Bavarian mountains. Expect expert tuition, a physical and mental challenge – and a day to remember.