About this tour
When Jake from our team ran The Hunt in Leeds city centre, we found ourselves split into rival squads — one crew playing criminals on a safebox heist, the other as pursuing police. Over two hours, it's a fast-paced game of cat-and-mouse through the streets, where criminals hunt for hidden safes whilst police track and intercept them using smartphone updates. The energy is high-octane and genuinely competitive. It's a solid pick if your group loves strategy, a bit of speed, and doesn't mind getting properly stuck in.
Highlights
- Real-time smartphone tracking creates genuine tension between teams
- City centre location means you're weaving through actual Leeds streets
- Criminals strategise safe locations while police play tactical hunter
- Works brilliantly for mixed groups — friends, work teams, families alike
- Two hours keeps momentum up without exhausting less-fit players
- Game demands quick thinking and physical agility, not just luck
- Accessible via public transport; no hidden travel headaches
What to expect
The Hunt kicks off with a quick brief dividing your group into criminals and law enforcement. Criminals get the mission: locate and unlock hidden safes scattered across Leeds city centre using clues on the app. Police officers monitor real-time location pings and actively try to tag criminals before safes are cracked. The gameplay is genuinely tense — criminals dart through familiar streets weighing risk versus reward, whilst police coordinate interception points. You'll be moving at pace, so expect proper exertion rather than a casual stroll.
Jake's team found the balance between strategy and physicality kept everyone engaged. The app updates flow smoothly, though you're reliant on decent mobile signal. The two-hour window feels snappy — long enough for stakes to build, short enough that you don't hit a wall. Walking terrain is mixed, covering pavements and the occasional rough patch, so trainers and a decent fitness base matter here.
What travellers say
- Genuine nail-biter tension between criminal and police teams
- Smartphone tech makes tracking real and unpredictable
- Suits mixed groups — mates, families, work crews equally
- Pacing forces real-world strategy, not just dumb luck
- Two hours hits the sweet spot for energy and engagement
- Demands moderate fitness — not a gentle afternoon activity
- Weather-dependent; winter rain makes it fairly grim
- Relies on mobile signal and your phone battery holding
- Busy times mean crowded streets slow the actual chase
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
If your crew thrives on competition, problem-solving, and a proper physical challenge. Brilliant for team-building with mates or colleagues who aren't afraid to get competitive.
This isn't for everyone. You'll be moving at genuine pace for two solid hours, so moderate fitness is a legit minimum — the source warns against it if you've got cardiovascular concerns or spinal injuries. Leeds' weather won't be kind in winter, and busy periods mean more runners clogging the streets. You'll need your own smartphone with a decent battery and mobile signal. Early mornings or quiet weekdays run smoother than Saturday afternoon chaos.
Wear trainers, bring water, and charge your phone beforehand. It's smartphone-based, so no printed maps or kit hire. Groups typically stay small enough to move fast. Available in English, German, French, and Dutch.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.