Wild swimming has never been more popular: not only is it a refreshing and liberating way to immerse yourself in the world, it also boosts our blood circulation and improves our mental health. The trickiest part? The where. Because – let’s face it – home turf doesn’t always lend itself to the best swimming spots. The good news is that head-clearing dips in the world’s purest lakes and rivers are just a click away. Scroll on for some of our favorites…
MYTHICAL CRETE
Along with plenty of swims in Crete’s crystal clear Aegean Sea, this adventure will have you floating in Lake Kournas, a serene freshwater lake surrounded by rugged hills and olive trees. It’s the perfect activity before a long evening of feasting on feta and just-caught fish in a local taverna.
You’ll go totally off-grid on this adventure in Borneo, spending the night in a traditional Iban longhouse, and immersing yourself in local life – making baskets, mending fishing nets and cooling off with swims in the river.
Dive in to Slovenia’s glittering lakes, from mood-boosting pre-breakfast dips in Lake Bohinj to afternoons floating in the water in the warm sunshine – all before journeying into Croatia for truffle foraging and river kayaking.
You’ll have the chance to swim and snorkel on Cambodia’s pristine beaches on this adventure, all before spending the night in a tranquil riverside eco-resort in remote Koh Kong. Kick back on the deck of your thatched stilt bungalow, and swim in the river, to a soundtrack of birdsong.
Don’t just kayak through the glacial waters of the Geirangerfjord – swim in them. This adventure comes with plenty of chances to clear the mind with bracing cold-water dips, with a backdrop of forests and snow-capped mountains.
Wild swimming not for you? From street food tours to healing hammam sessions, there’s an immersive experience with your name on it. And our Travel Experts are on hand to help you – just book a call using the link below.
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