Ithaca SwimHike, Greece | SwimTrek

Combine adventures at sea and on land like by no means earlier than – be part of our SwimHike to the legendary Greek island of Ithaca. Armed with the underrated combo of goggles and strolling boots, we discover thrilling alternatives to discover above and beneath water.

There’s lots to see on this surf-circled jewel off Kefalonia’s north-eastern coast. Long in the past it was the hilly homeland of seafaring Odysseus – although we arrive with out the 10-year seaborne voyage, and also you don’t must wrestle any leviathans in your manner both.

During our time on the island, we take scenic trails to lesser-known bays and coves. You will discover loads of points of interest to take pleasure in alongside the way in which, from historic ruins to panoramic lookouts, perched over the far-blue Ionian Sea. Most days our mountaineering distances stretch as much as 5 kilometres in complete, as we hunt down a few of the island’s pure highlights, just like the white pebbles and blue-green rollers of Gidaki Beach.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a SwimTrek with no truthful quantity of aquatic motion as properly. We nonetheless swim as much as 3 kilometres every day, diving into the sunlit surrounds of this Greek refuge – fifth largest of the sunbaked Ionian islands. This journey provides a journey of a special variety, one which blends the rhythm of strolling trails with the liberty of open water.

Each day reveals a brand new nook of the island – from pine-fringed headlands to sweeping views throughout to Kefalonia. We’ll even discover the mountainous northern coast, the place sheer, chalky cliffs plunge to the ocean flooring, and trails wind previous ruins, olive groves and hidden seashores.

Who is that this journey for?

Swimmers who’re eager to discover extra of the shoreline and vacation spot they’re visiting on foot! It’s superb for anybody who enjoys swimming and mountaineering, and want to combine each actions right into a single journey.

It’s additionally an amazing possibility for anybody who’s been excited about attempting a swimming vacation, however hasn’t been certain concerning the quantity of swimming concerned. On this journey you may take pleasure in shorter swimming distances, with just one swimming session per day, whereas guaranteeing you continue to get to soundly take pleasure in and discover the vacation spot together with your group throughout the hikes.

We have given this journey a ‘Moderate’ grading for swimming, and in addition a ‘Moderate’ grading for mountaineering.

Most swimmers comfy within the open water will have the ability to participate and luxuriate in one among these journeys. You will want a primary understanding of open water swimming and be able to finishing the common swim distance of as much as 3km per day previous to the beginning of the journey.

The mountaineering on this journey consists of longer strolling sections on diverse terrain, with average climbs and a few uneven footing. Suitable for friends with good strolling health and a few mountaineering expertise. You also needs to be able to finishing the common hike time of round 2 hours previous to the beginning of the journey.

What’s included?

• Fully guided swimming vacation
• Professional swim guides and full security escort on all swims
• Professional mountaineering information and full security escort on all hikes
• Six nights’ lodging
• All breakfasts
• Full ABTOT Financial Protection

What’s not included?

• Travel to and from the beginning of the journey
• All lunches
• Evening meals
• Drinks and extra actions
• Overnight vacationer tax, payable on the lodging

Group of 5 or extra?

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