Adventure Holidays In Greece

The peninsula that makes up mainland Greece is surrounded by more than 1400 islands, of which 169 are inhabited. The islands are divided into six groups: the Cyclades , the Ionians, the Dodecanese , the islands of the Northeastern Aegean , the Sporades and the Saronic Gulf islands. The two largest islands, Crete and Evia, do not belong to any group. Roughly four-fifths of Greece is mountainous, with Mount Olympus forming the country’s highest point, at 2911m above sea level. Western Greece contains lakes and wetlands while Pindus, the central mountain range, has an average elevation of 2650m.

ADVENTURE SPORTS IN GREECE

There are excellent facilities along all coastlines of the mainland and particularly in the islands. Clear waters and interesting sea life helps scuba diving in Greece to thrive, despite heavy restrictions on where you can dive. Water-skiing is especially popular, and divers may only venture out with a recognised diving school. Snorkelling is permitted and is possible practically anywhere.

ADVENTURE SPORTS AREAS AND REGIONS IN GREECE

Best spots for water sports

Dive clubs in Athens , Crete , Corfu and Zante are popular, while the island of Paros is world reknowned for windsurfing and is considered by many as one of the best spots in the Greek islands.

Best spots for hiking & trekking

The best areas for hiking and trekking include the Peloponnese , the Pindos Mountains and the south and west of Crete .