Ready for an adventure but not sure how long you can get away for? Try our Short Escapes and make lifelong memories and new swimming friends in less than a week...
Some of our most beautiful locations cater for a few days of unforgettable freedom, away from the realities of everyday life, like Lake Bled in the Slovenian Alps and the newly introduced island of Tolo in sunny Greece.
These trips are the shortest open water adventures we offer, briefer than our week-long Classics, and perfect for a special long weekend in the water with like-minded swimmers. What better way to spend a 4-5 day break than on a professionally guided swimming holiday somewhere you always dreamed of going?
| Location | Leaving From |
|---|---|
| Lake Bled – Slovenia | 13 July (2026) |
| Lakes and Tarns - Lake District | 21 July (2026) |
| YogaSwim - Lake District | 24 July (2026) |
| Western Lakes - Lake District | 7 August (2026) |
| Malta Escape - Short Swims | 18 September (2026) |
| Puerto de Mogan – Gran Canaria | 1 October (2026) |
| Puerto de Mogan – Short Swims | 4 October (2026) |
| Malta Escape | 6 October (2026) |
| Cozumel Escape | 30 October (2026) |
| St Kitts and Nevis – Caribbean | 4 November (2026) |
| Tolo Escape - Greece | 10 June (2027) |
| Tolo Escape Short Swims - Greece | 13 June (2027) |
Following is a selection of trips we still have available for this year and next. Most run between 4-5 days, with up to 6 kilometres swimming each day (usually less) and plenty of opportunities to unwind and reset in natureful settings. Most carry the Moderate grading, so these are suited for a combination of seasoned and less experienced swim travellers. An ideal way to find out whether you're ready for a longer trip!
Welcome to Tolo!
Swims with turtles
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JULY
Lake Bled – Slovenia (Leaving From 13 July, 2026)
Join us in the epic Slovenian Alps for an unmissable adventure of freshwater swimming and walking. Swim to the picturesque 17th Century pilgrimage church on Bled Island…
"My latest SwimTrek trip was the most memorable yet! Stunning lake swimming in the Julian Alps. Highly recommended." - Eoghan, Ireland (Lake Bled, 2025)
Lakes and Tarns - Lake District (Leaving From 21 July, 2026)
Get back to nature for a Short Escape swimming holiday in the UK’s picturesque Lake District. Enjoy freshwater swims in some of the region’s most iconic waterfalls, lakes and meres…
YogaSwim - Lake District (Leaving From 24 July, 2026)
Get back to nature with a blend of freshwater lake and tarn swims, as well as restorative yoga sessions in Cumbria's iconic Lake District! Also, hike on stunning fell walks, where the Lake Poets roamed, and seek out unforgettable local lake and tarn swim spots...
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AUGUST
Western Lakes - Lake District (Leaving From 7 August, 2026)
The Western Lakes and fells are undoubtedly some of the most striking in the UK’s famous Lake District. A world away from the bustle of the northern and southern Lakes, this area offers you the chance to truly relax and take some time out – disconnect from your busy every day and reconnect with nature...
SEPTEMBER
Malta Escape - Short Swims (Leaving From 18 September, 2026)
This short swimming escape in Malta boasts perfect turquoise seas, great underwater visibility and cliffside swims with epic backdrops. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to discover the best swims the Southern Mediterranean has to offer...
"Malta Escape was a great trip with different coastal swims, great guides and hotel. Gozo was beautiful island and swimming the coast was a great way to see it. Loved it!" - Jo, UK (Malta, 2025)
OCTOBER
Puerto de Mogan – Gran Canaria (Leaving From 1 October, 2026)
Journey with us as we explore the Canaries’ archipelago, diving into warm waters off the volcanic southern coast of Gran Canaria…
Puerto de Mogan – Short Swims (Leaving From 4 October, 2026)
Join us for a Short Escape adventure along the dramatic volcanic coastline of southern Gran Canaria, with shorter swimming distances designed for a more relaxed open water experience…
Malta Escape (Leaving From 6 October, 2026)
Dive into the waters of the Maltese archipelago and explore the perfect turquoise seas, with great underwater visibility. Swim in like-minded groups among the three main inhabited islands: Malta, Gozo and Comino...
Cozumel Escape (Leaving From 30 October, 2026)
Explore a portion of 12,000 hectares of protected sea and coastline, soaking up the second-largest coral reef system in the world! These waters are home to sea turtles and a colourful variety of fish, including parrotfish, wrasse, and butterflyfish…
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NOVEMBER
St Kitts and Nevis – Caribbean (Leaving From 4 November, 2026)
Swim ‘The Narrows’ from Nevis to St Kitts. You can see the sea floor the whole way across this shallow channel. Keep an eye out for turtles grazing in seagrass beds below you…
"This is a delightful short break. Guides are amazing and both Nevis and St Kitts are beautiful with warm, clear waters and plenty of sea life." - Jacqui, UK (St Kitts & Nevis 2025)
JUNE (2027)
Tolo Escape - Greece (Leaving From 10 June, 2027)
Marvel at the incredible water clarity, with an increased likelihood of spotting sea turtles, dolphins and even the endangered Mediterranean Monk seal as we roam the Aegean together...
Tolo Escape Short Swims - Greece (Leaving From 13 June, 2027)
Experience an itinerary of shorter swims in the Argolic Gulf, first described in Homer’s Iliad – a calm refuge for sail-powered seafarers and swimmers alike...
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Costa Rica Escape (Join The Waiting List)
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. Also, explore 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!
Discover Open Water - Mallorca (Join The Waiting List)
Benefit from flexible coaching with sessions tailored for your abilities. Enjoy technique coaching sessions in a heated 50m open-air pool, then take your new skills to the open water in neighbouring bays...
Bahamas Short Escape (Join The Waiting List)
There are countless reefs around roughly 2400 cays and 700 subtropical islands – many are uninhabited. Out here you will uncover a world untouched, coloured with coral gardens and spanned by ocean trenches. Leap into warm, green-blue waters and share swims with schools of reef fish, stingrays and sea turtles...
"Green Turtle Cay in the Bahamas is an ideal location to unplug, see a variety of marine life, and experience the welcoming and friendly Bahamian culture." - Jennifer, USA (Bahamas, 2025)
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