WATER SPORTS MULTI ACTIVITY HOLIDAYS
If you think holidaying by the water should about a bit more than lying on the beach and taking the odd dip in the sea, then a water sports activity holiday could be for you. You’ll be able to get your thrills both above and below the water, while taking in beautiful surroundings, and you’ll get a unique handle on local culture, too.
Bypass the beach and dive straight into the action on an all singing, all dancing water bound adventure.
One of the best things about water sports multi activity holidays is that you can throw yourself into something new every day instead of focusing on one particular pursuit for an entire week, and there’s time to pick up new skills as well as perfect old ones. You could, for example, go snorkelling and river rafting in Croatia, wild swimming and canyoning in France or learn how to dive and windsurf in the Maldives. Read our water sports multi activity holidays guide for further inspiration.
Our Water Sports Multi Activity Holidays
Activity holiday in Montenegro
An active villa holiday at stunning Lake Skadar, Montenegro
From
£645 to £745
7 days
ex flights
Croatia holiday, activity week
A 'Relaxingly Active' holiday with flexible activities
From
€1090 to €1250
7 days
ex flights
Multi activity holiday in Greece
A multi activity holiday in Greece
From
€720 to €860
8 days
ex flights
Watersports activity holiday in Croatia
Multi activity adventure: kayak, sup, raft, hike in Croatia
From
€670 to €840
8 days
ex flights
Water multi sport holiday in Croatia
Kayak, canoe, rafting and hike, plus nature and culture
From
€720 to €890
8 days
ex flights
Vis Island activity holiday in Croatia
An active holiday on the beautiful island of Vis
From
£759 to £1249
7 days
ex flights
Croatia multi sport tour
Dubrovnik to Zagreb with daily outdoor activities
From
€1240 to €1340
8 days
ex flights
Sweden kayaking and camping holiday
Kayaking and wild camping among thousands of islands, Sweden
From
€670
5 days
ex flights
Dubrovnik and the Islands activity holiday
Fun activity holiday, stunning nature and gourmet food
From
€995 to €1050
8 days
ex flights
Lycian activity holiday
High adventure under the Mediterranean sun
From
£849 to £1099
8 days
inc UK flights
Alentejo Coast family activity holiday, Portugal
Family multi-activity week on the Alentejo coast, Portugal
From
£840 to £950
8 days
inc UK flights
Multi-activity holiday in the French Alps
Enjoy a multi-activity holiday in the French Alps
From
€410 to €967
7 days
ex flights
Catalan Pyrenees family activity holiday
Adrenalin-filled family adventure in the Catalan Pyrenees
From
£945 to £1145
8 days
inc UK flights
Hawaii Islands adventure holiday
An active island hopping adventure
From
£2380 to £2610
10 days
ex flights
Family Croatia active adventure holiday
A week of exciting activities in beautiful Croatia.
From
£1355 to £1535
8 days
inc UK flights
Costa Rica family activity holiday
Experience the natural wonders and activities of Costa Rica
From
£3040
13 days
ex flights
Croatia multi activity holidays
Adventure holiday in Croatia, kayak, trek & sup
From
€860
7 days
ex flights
Madagascar adventure holiday, 21 days
Small group Madagascar adventure vacation
From
£2650 to £2730
21 days
ex flights
Sailing and activity holiday in Spain & Portugal
Sailing and activity holiday in Spain and Portugal
From
€1150 to €1400
13 days
ex flights
Azores island hopping holiday
Faial, São Jorge and Pico - a three island Azores tour
From
£1075 to £1215
11 days
ex flights
Family activity holidays in Turkey
Activities, adventure & stunning coastal views
From
£885 to £1065
8 days
inc UK flights
Azores activity holiday, incl swimming with dolphin
Snorkelling with dolphins on São Miguel Island, The Azores
From
£1485 to £1655
8 days
inc UK flights
Galapagos activity holiday
Trek, bike, kayak and snorkel on this fantastic adventure
From
£2395
7 days
ex flights
Madeira family holiday
Snorkel with dolphins in the crystal clear waters of Madeira
From
£1315 to £1515
8 days
inc UK flights
Fjords of Norway activity holiday
Experience the fjords by hiking, biking and kayaking!
From
NKr21500
6 days
ex flights
Family activity holiday to Sicily, Etna to Isola Bella
Family active holiday to Sicily, volcanoes, walks & water
From
£910 to £1250
8 days
inc UK flights
Amalfi Coast hike, boat & kayak holiday
From Naples to Amalfi, explore Italy's spectacular coastline
From
£1350 to £1675
8 days
ex flights
Galapagos activity & wildlife holiday, land based
Tailor-made land-based activity holiday in Galapagos
From
£4240
10 days
ex flights
Pembrokeshire activity holiday in Wales
Blend of adventures and exploration in Pembrokeshire, Wales
From
£675
6 days
ex flights
Croatia multi sport activity holiday
Trek, bike and kayak on this active Croatia adventure
From
£1135 to £1175
8 days
ex flights
WHAT DO WATER SPORTS MULTI ACTIVITY HOLIDAYS ENTAIL?
What types of water based activity are there?
Messing about in boats is high on the agenda, with kayaking a common feature, whether it be on rivers, lakes, through Caribbean mangroves or along stretches of Croatian coastline. White water rafting often puts in an appearance too, or, for something a little gentler, sailing pops up on several itineraries. You might also get to climb, scramble, slide and swim your way through gorges and caves with a bit of canyoning; or steer yourself about the waves with paddle boarding, kitesurfing, windsurfing or just plain old surfing. Snorkelling and diving are also popular, with options on offer for beginners and qualified divers.
For a gentler experience there’s wild swimming in lakes and rivers. For something a little offbeat, coasteering is a blend of shore scrambling, wave riding, cave exploring and cliff jumping.
How tough are they?
Water sports multi activity holidays range from easy to challenging. A decent level of fitness is required for most trips as you’ll be keeping active all day, and for the most part, you’ll need to be able to swim. On some trips you’ll spend the night in comfortable hotels and lodges, with plenty of time to rest and the option to do as little or as much as you like; whereas on others you’ll move from place to place, with an action-packed schedule to keep you going.Our top Water Sports Multi Activity Holiday
Activity holiday in Montenegro
An active villa holiday at stunning Lake Skadar, Montenegro
From
£645 to £745
7 days
ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 14 Apr, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct
2019: 14 Apr, 12 May, 19 May, 26 May, 9 Jun, 16 Jun, 23 Jun, 30 Jun, 7 Jul, 14 Jul, 21 Jul, 28 Jul, 18 Aug, 25 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 15 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep, 6 Oct
Helpdesk
Hello. If you'd like to chat about Water Sports Multi Activity or need help finding a holiday to suit you we're very happy to help. Rosy & team.
Small group or tailor made?
Joining a group of around six to 12 others means you don’t have to worry about the nitty gritty. You get the services of an expert guide who knows all the secret spots and can make sure that all the activities run smoothly. Plus, there’s the added bonus of sharing your experiences with a group of likeminded travellers – and there’s nothing like a day of thrills, aches and pains to help with the bonding experience!
The advantage of taking a tailor made tour is that the activities can be adapted to suit you and any other members of your party. You choose your destination, your accommodation and the activities you would like to do and then hand the organisation over to your tour operator. You’ll be able to go at your own pace and won’t have to worry about keeping up with the group.
The advantage of taking a tailor made tour is that the activities can be adapted to suit you and any other members of your party. You choose your destination, your accommodation and the activities you would like to do and then hand the organisation over to your tour operator. You’ll be able to go at your own pace and won’t have to worry about keeping up with the group.
Are they family friendly?
Many operators offer water sports multi activity holidays aimed at families; each will have their own minimum age. Small group tours are best suited to teenagers, who will appreciate having others of a similar age to socialise with. If you’re travelling with younger children, then a tailor made holiday including gentle kayaking, sailing and snorkelling tours and bypassing some of the more adventurous activities is probably your best bet.Nomadic or centre based?
If you prefer to go out on adventures every day safe in the knowledge that you’re returning to the same place, then a centre based holiday allows you time for water based fun, without the hassle of packing and unpacking. Alternatively, a nomadic holiday will allow you to stay in a variety of accommodation and your bags will usually be transferred for you. This can put you within reach of different settings, coastal and inland, for your water sports holiday.
More about Water Sports Multi Activity
Decided to take the plunge and book a water sports multi activity holiday? Then the first step is deciding where in the world you’d like to go, as every destination has its own particular speciality. Peruse our map and water sports activity highlights to help you choose a destination that’s perfect for getting your feet wet; and read our water sports holidays advice from fellow travellers and local experts.
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Photo credits: [Page banner: Dudarev Mikhail] [What types?: Filip Mroz]
[Small group or tailor made?: Phuket@photographer.net]
[Nomadic or centre based?: Spencer Watson]
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