The waters of 2026 are calling us...
Every year, we’re looking to blow the previous year out the water and 2026 is no different! We’re running a record-breaking 87 trips with numerous departures to 27 countries, from the coral-bedded waters of the Bahamas to the wildlife-rich reserves of Indonesia.
Our adventure swimming holidays are always being improved. We also have a fresh pod of new trips and popular pioneer locations returning from 2025. Explore lesser-swum places calling out for intrepid swimmers, like Puerto de Mogan in Gran Canaria and Ithaca in Greece.
Dive deep into our unique selection of award-winning trip types, including Liveaboards, Coaching Camps, and Short Escapes. There’s something for every species of swimmer and a variety of favourites well-known to our loyal SwimTrekkers.
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EARLY 2026 (January - May)
The Adventures Begin!
JANUARY
Galapagos Islands (Leaving from 3 January)
- Discover the incredible biodiversity of the Galapagos National Park and Galapagos Marine Reserve
- Swim with sea lions, marine iguanas, sea turtles, manta rays and an incredible range of fish and other marine life
- Complete a breathtaking swim in and around the iconic volcanic crater of Tortuga Island
Galapagos SwimTrekkers
Marine iguana
Whale shark surfaces with swimmers
Belize Barrier Reef (Leaving from 10 January) This is the second-largest coral reef in the world - home to over 500 fish species and 100 coral species…
Oman Fjords (Leaving from 21 January) Enjoy delicious lunches onboard our very own dhow and take in dramatic cliffs that plunge into the fjord waters…
MARCH
Galapagos Explorer (Leaving from 20 March)
- Dive into SwimTrek's most comprehensive Galapagos package for both swimmers and non-swimmers
- Explore local coastal waters and meet the wildlife of 8 different islands with adventurous inland hikes
- Embark on an exclusive swim across the equator, which is only available during this trip
Our explorers!
Hiking the islands
Swimmers meet penguins
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APRIL
Yasawa Islands – Fiji (Leaving from 4 April) Hit the reset button with golden beaches, palm trees and clear seawater teeming with manta rays, dolphins and tropical fish!
Lan Ha Bay – Vietnam (Leaving from 4 April) Swim among over 300 otherworldly limestone islets and karst islands which jut up dramatically from the water...
Long Distance Training - Croatia (Leaving from 4 April) Focused open water training, combined with in-depth video analysis of your technique delivered by world-class swim coaches with extensive backgrounds in endurance swimming...
Lycian Way – Turkey (Leaving from 20 April) Follow a portion of the famous Lycian Way walking path by water - it stretches 509 kilometres from Fethiye to Antalya!
Lycian Way – Turkey (Leaving from 20 April) Follow a portion of the famous Lycian Way walking path by water - it stretches 509 kilometres from Fethiye to Antalya!
Cozumel Escape (Leaving from 24 April)
- Enjoy swimming in current assisted waters, over beaches of white sand and colourful coral reefs, popularised by the pioneering explorer Jacques Cousteau
- Explore a portion of the 12,000 hectares of protected sea and coastline, soaking up the second-largest coral reef system in the world!
- Relax in the inclusive beachside resort of Occidental Cozumel and never stray too far from the call of the open sea
Meet the stripey locals
Your seafront pool
Warm coastal shallows
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Sea of Cortez – Mexico (Leaving from 25 April) They call it the ‘aquarium of the world’ for a reason – the shimmering Sea of Cortez is a paradise for divers and swimmers alike!
MAY
Marathon Swim Camp – Croatia (Leaving from 2 May) Ideal preparation for any adventurous swimmers training for a 10km swim race, or another marathon swim event...
Red Sea Liveaboard – Egypt (Leaving from 2 May) Discover the stunning underwater world of Egypt’s renowned Red Sea...
YogaSwim Bali (Leaving from 9 May) Enter a lost paradise of volcanoes, shanties and rice paddies, and explore the peaceful union of yoga and swimming...
Sea Of Cortez – Short Swims (Leaving from TBC) Stay in the coastal town of Loreto, where the old and new world meet. Roam cobbled streets, visit outdoor cafés and relax on the waterfront to Baja sunsets...
Lycian Way Long Swims – Turkey (Leaving from 11 May) Dive into some of the clearest Mediterranean waters and swim longer distances along Turkey’s stunning Turquoise Coast...
Bozburun – Turkey (Leaving from 11 May) Join us on the Bozburun peninsula and swim in the crystal clear bays where the Mediterranean and Aegean seas collide...
Shipwreck Coast – Bali (Leaving from 15 May) Swim warm waters and explore a gorgeous jungle coastline, with coral gardens below water and shipwrecks to explore!
Crete Discovery (Leaving from 17 May) Spend a week in the remote seaside village of Porto Loutro, which can only be reached by boat!
Bozburun Short Swims – Turkey (Leaving from 18 May) Enjoy a more leisurely holiday of shorter swims in sunlit bays where the Mediterranean and Aegean seas meet...
Emerald Coast Long Swims (Leaving from 23 May) Be inspired by sunlit island-hopping swims between the three northern islands of Budelli, Santa Maria and Razzoli...
Milos Explorer (Leaving from 23 May) Escape for an unforgettable swimming holiday in the clear, turquoise waters of the Greek Islands...
Montenegro Fjords (Leaving from 23 May) Enjoy an unforgettable swimming holiday in Montenegro and discover hidden coves, tranquil lakes and sheer mountains...
Greek Cyclades (Leaving from 23 May) Visit the home of the very first SwimTrek - Cyclades was where our earliest adventures took place, back in 2003. We’re still exploring its enchanting islets today!
Aeolian Islands Sicily (Leaving from 23 May) Swim the warm waters of the Aeolian Islands and thread between volcanic landscapes, off Sicily’s north coast, which are rich in local myths and legends...
Costa Rica Escape (Leaving from 25 May)
- Explore beyond the surf and enjoy the well-loved waters of Costa Rica with several short crossings and even an island circumnavigation
- Swim the shallow snorkel spots of the Pelonas Islands and thread your way over the local reefs where pufferfish and even hawksbill sea turtles like to roam
- Swim the sheltered Pacific waters of Bahia Culebra. Keep an eye out for parrot fish and cross your fingers for a glimpse of manta rays, or even a passing whale!
Relaxing in the pool
A visitor from the jungle!
Costa Rica seascape
Crete Discovery Short Swims (Leaving from 24 May) Dive into the waters of the Mediterranean’s southernmost islands. Explore some of the world’s most idyllic coastlines on the Greek island of Crete...
Ionian Explorer – Greece (Leaving from 24 May) Enjoy an unforgettable swimming holiday in the crystalline waters of the Ionian Islands...
Intro to Open Water – Mallorca (Leaving from 26 May) Familiarise yourself with important open water skills, tutored by our expert SwimTrek guides, as you make a smooth transition from pool to sea...
Dalmatian Coast Short Swims (Leaving from 30 May) Enjoy shorter daily swim distances, with sunlit coastal swims and crossings on an island-hopping adventure...
Emerald Coast – Sardinia (Leaving from 30 May) Enjoy the abundant flora and fauna as we criss-cross our way around the Maddalena Archipelago...
Milos Explorer - Long Swims (Leaving from 30 May) Challenge yourself with longer daily swim distances on an unforgettable swimming holiday in the clear, turquoise waters of the Greek Islands...
Elaphiti Islands – Croatia (Leaving from 30 May) Enjoy island crossings and a variety of bay and coastal swims as we uncover many more of the Elaphiti Archipelago's hidden secrets...
Kornati Islands – Croatia (Leaving from 30 May) Take in a few of the 140 breathtaking islands of Kornati National Park with beautiful coastal swims and circumnavigations...
Ithaca Odyssey – Greece (Leaving from 30 May) Join us on a modern day Odyssey to the mythical Greek refuge of Ithaca - the fifth largest of the gorgeous Ionian islands...
Intro to Open Water – Cyprus (Leaving from TBC) Gain confidence in the open water with this unique introductory swimming holiday on the island of Cyprus...
Tremiti Islands – Italy (Leaving from 31 May) Leap into calm waters, known not just for their incredible clarity, but also for their sunken wealth of spectacular caverns, caves and arches...
Dubrovnik – Croatia (Leaving from 30 May)
- See the best of Dubrovnik and spend an evening in the historic Old Town
- Swim along the iconic city walls of Dubrovnik and see the popular city from a fresh perspective
- Enjoy adventurous island crossings and a variety of bay and coastal swims, seeking out old Roman villas
Quiet bays and charming views
Post-swim refuelling
The walled city from above
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PEAK SEASON (June - August)
Our most action-packed months
JUNE
Open Water Development – Mallorca (Leaving from 1 June) Develop your existing base of open water skills with multiple sea swims mixed with pool coaching sessions…
Dalmatian Coast – Croatia (Leaving from 6 June) Complete a variety of coastal swims and crossings among roughly 500 islets and 79 islands just off Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast…
Greek Sporades (Leaving from 6 June) Swim in the waters of Europe’s largest marine protected area: the National Marine Park of Northern Sporades…
Komodo National Park – Indonesia (Leaving from 6 June) Experience unforgettable swims in Indonesia's 'Coral Triangle’ - known for its coral and fish diversity...
Ionian Liveaboard – Greece (Leaving from 6 June)
- Launch your adventures from Corfu, where Odysseus was shipwrecked after the Trojan War - explore the town and castle on sunny afternoons
- Swim in the stunning Blue Lagoon off Syvota and discover secret bays, coves, and sea caves in warm Ionian waters
- Complete the adventurous swim crossing between Antipaxos and Paxos. Also, thread through a small canal between rocky Mongonisi
Swimmer floats in bay
Drone view of marina
Sunlit bay and beach
YogaSwim Montenegro (Leaving from 6 June) Relax and unwind with a combination of yoga and swimming in Montenegro's local waters…
YogaSwim Costa Rica (Leaving from 6 June) Enjoy short swims beyond the surf and explore the tropical waters of Costa Rica with island crossings and even a full circumnavigation...
Malta Escape - Short Swims (Leaving from 12 June) Take your time and enjoy some of the best swimming the south of the Mediterranean has to offer - explore the many coves and sheer cliffs along the Gozitan coastline…
Milos Explorer - Short Swims (Leaving from 13 June) Enjoy shorter daily swim distances in the clear, turquoise waters of the Greek Islands. Explore a variety of caves, tunnels, arches and underwater topography…
Montenegro Coast (Leaving from 8 June)
- Do as the Romans did and summer in style with views over the bay of Petrovac, soaking up the sun and sea
- Explore the stunning Montenegrin coast and swim freely in the Adriatic, seeking out bays, coves and hidden beaches
- Journey north to uncover the treasures of Sveti Stefan and both King and Queen’s Beach - where Queen Marija, wife of King Alexander, used to stay at their family villa
Incredible local beaches
The Montenegro coastline
The beaches from above
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Greek Cyclades Short Swims (Leaving from 13 June) Join a smaller group for shorter island-hopping swims around the most scenic islands in the Mediterranean…
YogaSwim Crete (Leaving from 14 June) Roam the sunlit coastlines and stunning waters of southernmost Europe. Dive into idyllic coastal swims as you explore the Greek island of Crete...
Lakes and Tarns - Lake District (Leaving from 16 June) Swim the iconic Lake District among stunning valleys, lakes, tarns and waterfalls...
YogaSwim Lake District (Leaving from 19 June) Get back to nature with freshwater lake and tarn swims, as well as restorative yoga sessions in the Lake District!
Montenegro Fjords - Long Swims (Leaving from 20 June) Challenge yourself with longer daily swim distances in Montenegro, surrounded by stunning mountains…
Aeolian Islands - Short Swims (Leaving from 20 June) Explore a region's history entangled with local myths and legends, while based on the southernmost island of Vulcano…
Kornati Islands - Short Swims (Leaving from 20 June) Take shorter swims in the warm waters of Kornati National Park with coastal swims and island hopping…
Greek Sporades Short Swims (Leaving from 20 June) Discover the diverse range of marine life that exists in this part of the Aegean Sea, including the rare and endangered Mediterranean Monk Seal…
Elaphiti Islands - Short Swims (Leaving from 20 June) Enjoy island crossings and a variety of bay and leisurely coastal swims as we uncover the archipelago's secrets...
Lake Bled and the Slovenian Alps (Leaving from 29 June) Join us in the epic Slovenian Alps for an unmissable adventure of freshwater swimming and walking…
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JULY
Dalmatian Coast - Long Swims (Leaving from 4 July) Challenge yourself with longer daily swims on this island-hopping adventure, including coastal swims, crossings and circumnavigations…
Isle of Skye and the Small Isles (Leaving from 5 July) Explore the breathtaking scenery of Scotland's Isle of Skye and Small Isles on this once-in-a-lifetime liveaboard adventure!
Egadi Islands - Sicily (Leaving from 6 July) Dive into the warm Mediterranean Sea and experience an adventurous crossing from Favignana to Levanzo…
Montenegro Fjords - Short Swims (Leaving from 11 July) Enjoy an unforgettable holiday of shorter swims in Montenegro - discover hidden coves, tranquil lakes and sheer mountains!
Outer Hebrides – Scotland (Leaving from 19 July) Discover some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery as we traverse 10 islands in the southern Hebrides...
Milos Explorer with Teens (Leaving from 25 July) Explore a breathtaking variety of caves, tunnels, arches and underwater topography…
St Vincent and the Grenadines (Leaving from 11 July)
- Experience the breathtaking volcanic coastline of St. Vincent, ruled by the peak of La Soufrière
- Explore the vast and impressive islands on offer, covering as much of the location as possible
- Swim with the sea-grass-grazing turtles of Tobago Cays and explore the coral gardens
Your tropical transport
Colourful local harbour
Palm-edged white sands
LATE SEASON (September - December)
Last trips of the year
AUGUST
Crete Discovery with Teens (Leaving from 2 August) Explore some of the world’s most picturesque coastlines around the idyllic Greek island of Crete...
Western Lakes – Lake District (Leaving from 7 August) Experience an unforgettable swimming holiday among the rolling green fells of the Lake District…
Inner Hebrides – Scotland (Leaving from 9 August) Enjoy an exciting combination of adventure swims, including a crossing of the famous Gulf of Corryvreckan…
Lycian Way With Teens – Turkey (Leaving from 17 August) A family swimming holiday in some of the clearest Mediterranean waters off Turkey’s turquoise coast…
The Bahamas (Leaving from 9 August)
- Meet the famous swimming pigs of Piggyville on No Name Cay. Reconnect with nature and follow languid turtles near CocoCay
- Taste the quintessence of life in the Bahamas with a beach cookout
- Rent a golf cart and explore the island, take a trip into town, enjoy a local traditional Conch Salad relaxing on one of the many stunning beaches or visit the local sculpture garden
Tropical reefs
Dolphins rise from clear depths
Spotted eagle ray
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Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swim (Leaving from 21 August) Take part in the world-famous Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swim at the heart of Istanbul…
Hellespont Week Tour (Leaving from 25 August) Enjoy a multicity tour discovering the best of Turkey. Enjoy a truly unique experience as one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes is closed for the race…
Hellespont and Dardanelles Swim (Leaving from 27 August) Compete in the ‘World’s Oldest Swim’ in the annual 'Victory Day' Hellespont swimming race in Canakkale, Turkey…
SEPTEMBER
Patmos – Greece (Leaving from 5 September) Explore Aegean waters once sailed by Odysseus and Alexander, seeking out uninhabited islands and tranquil bays where marine life thrives…
Malta Escape (Leaving from 22 September) Dive into the waters of the Maltese archipelago and explore the perfect turquoise seas, with great underwater visibility…
NOVEMBER
Big Island – Hawaii (Leaving from 7 November)
- Travel to the ‘Island of Discovery’ and explore the youngest and largest island in the Hawaiian archipelago
- Uncover the secrets of volcanic coastlines and waters teeming with marine life, including the many friendly denizens of Kahalu’u Bay
- Swim over coral reefs along the tropical Kona coast and explore a bay filled with spinner - dolphins, making your way to the Captain Cook Monument
Local pool training
The Big Island
Hawaii dolphins visit
DECEMBER
Raja Ampat - Indonesia (Leaving from 11 December) Join us on a unique and remote swimming adventure in the far eastern reaches of Indonesia. Based on a live-on-board boat, we’ll enjoy the week-long freedom of our floating home as we seek out the best swimming in this group of islands…
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