TRIP OVERVIEW
Trip Dates
26 Jul - 01 Aug |
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25 Jul - 31 Jul |
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Tour Highlights
Bring the whole family on a sunlit Greek holiday, diving into warm Aegean waters and finding the pearls of laidback island life
Explore lunar-like coasts and swim with water level views of the ‘white mountains’ that define this volcanic Greek island
Stretch your strokes under sea arches and stacks, finding inlets and swim-throughs to otherworldly secret spots
Enjoy an uncrowded cultural scene, enriched with remote fishing villages and ancient catacombs
Reach uninhabited islands and share blue-green shallows with sea turtles, reef fish, octopuses and, if you’re very lucky, the endangered Mediterranean monk seal
Choose between two accommodations in Pollonia, either En Milo or Kymata Studios
Enjoy some quality time as a family with a week on a Moon-like Greek island, escorted by yacht to lesser-known swim spots. This swimming holiday takes you to the uncrowded reaches of the blue-green Aegean. Swim in a seemingly endless summer, seeking out sea caves, grottoes, stacks and arches to explore. The way radial light pierces the depths here is truly unlike anywhere else we visit.
In water, we will find a different side to this geological museum, swimming between uninhabited islands and searching for local marine life – you might share the warm shallows with sea turtles, reef fish, octopi and, if you’re very lucky, the endangered Mediterranean monk seal.
On land, Milos is defined by lunar-like landscapes of bone-white rocks, dry plants and sheltered coves and bays, hugged by fishing villages. There are a few iconic beaches that cry out to be photographed, like Sarakiniko, on the island’s northern shore – here you’ll also find the wrecked remains of a ship that ran aground in 2003.
There’s a reason Milos is synonymous with magic! We settle into the laid-back pace of island life, unhurried by the worries of busy home life. You will have time to enjoy an array of cultural highlights and you can seek out local attractions as well, including ancient catacombs, a Roman theatre and the Venetian Plaka Castle, perched on the hill of Prophet Elias.
Fallen for Milos but not found your perfect match? Explore our other trip variants for differing distances and specialised itineraries: Milos Explorer, Milos Long Swims, and Milos Short Swims.
Who is this trip for?
Designed for families who want to swim together, this trip offers the chance for adults to bring children between 12 and 17 years old to enjoy the full experience of a swimming holiday. A classic SwimTrek break, our Milos Explorer trip features a mixture of calmer coastal swims and short crossings as well as exploring sea caves, tunnels and arches, ideal for a variety of swimming abilities. Our Teens trips conveniently operate during school holidays and provide the opportunity for teenagers to swim with others of their own age as well as with their family.
Swimmers should have a basic understanding of open water swimming and be capable of completing the average swim distance and average daily swim distance (over the course of two swims) prior to the start of the trip.
The average swim distance is around 1.5km. The average daily swim distance is around 3km.
We have given this trip a ‘Leisurely’ grading designed for people who want to swim at a more relaxed pace and enjoy the scenery.
Please note that adults who are not travelling with their own teenage children, or as part of a group with at least one teenage child, are not permitted on this trip. Equally, teenagers must be accompanied throughout the trip by at least one adult.
Please refer to the "Travel Advice" section below, for more details.
What's included?
- Fully guided swimming holiday (swimmers only)
- Professional swim guides and full safety escort on all swims (swimmers only)
- Six nights' accommodation
- All breakfasts
- All lunches (swimmers only)
- ABTOT Protection, in accordance with our terms and conditions.
What's not included?
- Travel to and from the start of the trip
- Evening meals
- Drinks and additional activities
- Overnight Stay Tax
Group of 5 or more?
If you're travelling with a group of friends, family or swim buddies, speak to our Group Travel team to get tailored advice, special pricing and discounts, and early access to new trips and departures.
Sample Trip Itinerary
Please note that the below daily itineraries are an example of the swims that may take place during your trip, however, actual swim locations and distances will vary according to local weather and swim conditions. Your SwimTrek guides and local boat pilots will determine the most suitable swim locations each day and will communicate the plan with all guests as soon as possible.
Trip Schedule
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Reviews
We had the best time on Milos Teen Explorer. Was a great way to spend time with my child, we both loved spending time with the group and getting to know new people as well as the challenge of daily swims.
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Photos (click to enlarge)

Diving in off the Milos boat

A stunning arch to swim through

Milos swimmers in the arch

Milos swimmers 2023

New beachfront hotels!

Taking the plunge!

Our Milos And Teens swimmers

Sunlit archway

2023 SwimTrekkers en route to another spot

Sighting of a Milos turtle.

Floating in the turquoise waters.

Swimmers thread along the coastline.

Headed into a sea cave.
Coastline Swimming Milos
Off we go!

Pre-Swim Briefing

Look at the view!

Excited about Swimming?

Milos in all its glory!

Milos in all its glory!

Swimming in Milos
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