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An Introduction to SwimTrek

Whether you are looking at taking those first strokes in the open water or you are an experienced open water swimmer, we will certainly have the right trip for you. It’s also a great way to discover a new location or explore an old one. SwimTrek provides tours to over 50 destinations worldwide so you are sure to find a trip that suits you.

Galapagos Islands

The Galapagos Island

Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime swimming holiday in one of the most breathtaking locations on the planet: the Galapagos Islands! Lying on either side of the equator in the Pacific Ocean, this vast volcanic archipelago is home to an abundance of plant and animal species not found anywhere else on earth.

Egypt

Red Sea Liveaboard, Egypt

Discover the remote islands, colourful reefs and abundant marine life of Egypt’s breathtaking Red Sea on this spectacular liveaboard swimming holiday. Based on board the M/Y Dreams motor yacht, this trip gives you the chance to explore some of the Red Sea’s most remote and isolated destinations from a truly unique perspective.

Greece

Crete Discovery

Discover the stunning coastlines and crystal clear waters of one of Europe’s southernmost destinations with an unforgettable swimming holiday on the idyllic Greek island of Crete. From dramatic coastal cliffs to isolated coves, bays and beaches, the island is full of spectacular locations to explore and enjoy.

Milos Explorer

This stunning Greek Island swimming holiday gives you the opportunity to explore the beautiful volcanic coastline of Milos. Featuring spectacular sea caves, multi-coloured tunnels and breathtaking arches, Milos and its surrounding islands are an open geological museum just waiting to be explored.

Greek Sporades

Staying at the stunning 4-star Hotel Atrium, this is a truly unique swimming holiday experience which takes in the spectacular 24-island archipelago of the Greek Sporades. Located in the Aegean sea, the islands run along the east coast of Greece and are characterised by their dense vegetation and mountainous terrain.

The Maldives

The Maldives

Join us on this unforgettable open water swimming holiday in the island paradise of the Maldives. Our traditionally-crafted liveaboard gulet, the MV Felicity, is the perfect base from which to explore one of the most spectacular and idyllic destinations on the planet with a small and intimate group of swimmers.

Italy

Emerald Coast, Sardinia

There is no better way to experience the stunning natural beauty and idyllic waters of Sardinia’s Emerald Coast than with this fully guided swimming holiday in one of Italy’s most picturesque locations. From gorgeous turquoise seas to stunning island coastlines, this beautiful Mediterranean destination is just waiting to be explored.

Tremiti Islands

An open water swimming holiday in Italy’s Tremiti Islands is the perfect way to experience this beautiful and remote part of the country. Located in the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea, the four islands that make up this tiny archipelago also form part of the larger Gargano National Park.

Oman

Oman

Unleash your inner adventurer on this stunning swimming holiday amongst the fjords of Oman’s spectacular Musandam Peninsula. From the the incredible swims to the breathtaking scenery, this really is a SwimTrek trip like no other!

North America

Arizona Canyons

Discover some of the most breathtaking landscapes in North America with this truly unique swimming holiday amongst the rivers, lakes and canyons of Arizona’s stunning Salt River region. This is a jaw-droppingly beautiful trip with an action-packed itinerary which takes in the remarkable natural scenery and local wildlife that exist in the area.

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Spain

Ibiza

Join us on an incredible swimming holiday in Ibiza as we explore some of the most rugged and isolated parts of this beautiful Balearic Island. With a mix of cliff-side coastal swimming, iconic island-hopping and exciting cave exploration, this trip gives you the opportunity to discover a side of Ibiza that most visitors will never have the chance to experience.

Long Distance Training, Mallorca

Join us on the original channel and long distance swim training camp in Mallorca which we’ve been running for the past 14 years. With more than 200 successful English Channel solo swimmers having completed this trip in the past, it is the perfect way to prepare yourself, both physically and mentally, for any long distance swim challenge that you’re planning to undertake.

10k Training Camp, Mallorca

Whether you are preparing for an upcoming long distance open water event, an English Channel relay swim or you are a triathlete looking to improve your swim leg, this swim training camp in Mallorca is the ideal way to ensure that both your body and your mind are prepared for your next big challenge.

Introduction to Open Water Coaching, Mallorca

If you are looking to make the transition from the pool to the open water, this introduction to open water swimming trip in Mallorca is the perfect way to do it. Under the expert guidance of our qualified swim coaches, you will have the opportunity to discover the joys that come with taking part in a swimming adventure in the great outdoors.

Caribbean

St Kitts and Nevis

Join us on a Caribbean escape to the picturesque and unspoilt islands of St Kitts and Nevis. With its volcanic landscapes, clear waters and idyllic white sand beaches, this tiny island nation offers some stunning swimming opportunities as we explore the bays, beaches and shipwrecks which make up the country’s beautiful coastline.

Haiti

Join us on the unique swimming holiday in Haiti as we take part in the annual 10km ‘Swim for Haiti', a special event to raise funds for teaching local children the fundamentals of swimming. Staying on the palm-fringed Côte des Arcadins, overlooking the island of Isle de la Gonave, we stay at the locally-owned Wahoo Bay Resort which is nestled between the majestic Matheux Mountains and the Caribbean Sea.

Nevis to St Kitts Cross Channel Swim

The Caribbean Islands of St Kitts and Nevis are the perfect location for an Easter getaway. Over the week explore the coastline of both islands and take part in the Nevis to St Kitts Cross Channel swim race.

Croatia

Kornati Islands

Enjoy swimming in Croatia's crystal clear Adriatic sea, as we explore the scattered islands of Kornati National Park. Comprised of over 130 islands which are renowned for their barren, lunar-like appearance, this beautiful section of Croatia's famous Dalmatian Coast offers a huge range of unforgettable swims.

Lithuania

Lakes of Lithuania

Get away from the everyday hustle and bustle and join us on a short escape to Lithuania on this freshwater swimming holiday in the country’s beautiful Aukštaitija National Park. With accommodation in the remote and relaxed Tiki Inn and a combination of swims and walks amongst some of the area’s most spectacular scenery, this really is the perfect way to experience this part of the world.

Turkey

Hellespont and Dardanelles Swim

Hellespont and Dardanelles: THE WORLD’S OLDEST SWIM. It’s been said that you can’t call yourself a true open water swimmer until you’ve completed this historic cross-continental swim from Europe to Asia in Turkey. From the challenge of the swim itself to the region’s incredible history, this event is a must-do for open water swimmers from around the globe

Bosphorus Cross Continental Swim

Take part in one of the most iconic open water swimming events in the world as SwimTrek offers pre-registration for the 2018 Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swim. Complete the crossing from Asia to Europe as the Bosphorus strait in Istanbul comes to a standstill for the duration of the event.

British Isles

Cornwall and The Isles Of Scilly

Discover some of England’s most beautiful coastlines and picturesque islands on this liveaboard swimming and sailing holiday in Cornwall and The Isles of Scilly. For the past 14 years we have been coming back to this spectacular part of the world to explore the rugged Cornish coastlines and the white-sand beaches of ‘The Scillies’.

Lakes and Tarns Weekender

Get back to nature with a short escape swimming holiday in the UK’s picturesque Lake District. With freshwater swims in some of the region’s most iconic lakes, this weekend getaway is the perfect way to spend some time in the great outdoors and discover this beautiful part of the British countryside from a unique and unforgettable perspective.

Burgh Island, Devon

Join us as we take part in a wonderful open water swim around Burgh Island in Devon. Measuring one mile in circumference, this small tidal island is located approximately 800 metres off Bigbury-on-Sea and is an excellent introduction to open water swimming along Britain’s beautiful southwest coastline.