Strel Swimming Adventure Holidays Reviews 280

Nick and I were apprehensive having never done open water swimming before. Aoife and Toby put us at ease and were amazingly great and patient coaches.
The group we were with were lovely not only to swim with but also to Socialise with.
Sometimes tough but always fulfilling swims. Lots of laughs with the coaches and the group.
Symi is beautiful and we will definitely return.
Thank you Aoife and Toby

Have just spent an amazing, unforgettable week in Symi, Greece. Excellent guides Aoife and Toby were super on every front - organisation, attention to safety, local knowledge, swimming guidance, culinary skills - as well as being great fun! The location was excellent too. Symi is a beautiful island, a very special place. Overall our experience was fabulous. Thanks again to Aoife and Toby. You were FANTASTIC!

I am still trying to process this week long adventure in Symi, whatever my preconceptions were, they have been surpassed. I thought the 400m acclimatisation dash on the first morning had done me in and that I’d bitten off more than I could chew! The monumental 25-30km we have swum was a small part of what made this challenge epic, the melting pot of international characters I have met was another, our paths may cross again, if they don’t, my life has been enriched and enlightened because of them. The Island of Symi, I was expecting to be beautiful, that was part of the draw, but I was not prepared for the stunning coastlines that have mapped out our swims, unimaginable awe inspiring beauty. Our guides Toby and Aoife did a terrific job of keeping us safe, no mean feat with 16 swimmers of varying degrees of swim experience and more wants than a 6 year old at Christmas. If I doubted my ability, Aoife did not, her no nonsense, firm but fair approach backed by years of experience and knowledge meant I pushed myself beyond anywhere I imagined I could ever go. We are not guaranteed any tomorrows, we have only today, book the adventure, take the challenge.

This was my first swim trip, and it truly was the best! The swimming in Kaş, Türkiye was outstanding with the most beautiful blue water. Nimet made so many delicious dishes for each of our lunches on the boat. Osman, the boat captain, was always aware of our safety. Aoife made many great suggestions (and reservations) for our evenings in Kaş. I especially liked Ilgın’s technique tips for each of us. But most of all, I feel it changed me as a person. Leaving my real life to swim with people who weren’t yet my friends, allowed me to see and enjoy the world from many new perspectives.

There enough words in ones vocab to express the appreciation for the unbelievable effort made by our guides , who were world class and made our trip for us. The swims were phenomenal, they were invested and were amazing to be around. nothing was too much trouble for them!!we will be back !!!

An incredible week with amazing guides who were incredible people in and out of the water. Kas was beautiful and the swims were stunning. Huge thanks to Aoife and Ilgin!

Ilgin and Aoife, our guides, were splendid. The food was great and the swims lovely.

If I could be sure to get our guides again - I would definitely do again.

Warm sea, turtles, great individual swim technique analysis, excellent guides & boat staff, great food and most of all, fabulous swims. Loved it all and everyone on our trip. I would recommend this swimming experience.

I just returned from a magical 1 week swim trip
in Kas Turkey with skilled and charming guides Aiofe and Ilgin. Beautiful swims each day- great camaraderie with trip participants, and perfect blend of structure and flexibility to each day’s routine. Can’t wait to sign up for my next one. Carol Gifford, Shaker Heights, Ohio, USA

A Turkish delight on water. Well organised, beautiful locations and charming hosts Aoife and Ilgin. Captain Osman’s vessel was perfect for the task and his wife Mehmet prepared healthy and delicious lunches. We were kept safe and benefited from some patient stroke correction. Highly recommended. Sean Murphy. Bondi, Australia.

Our week long holiday in Turkey was exceptional. Our guides Ilgan and Aoife together with our boat Captain Ozman went above and beyond in every way. We felt safe, well feed and thoroughly enjoyed our journey around the lycan coast. The swim analysis was extremely useful and would highly recommend the trip.

Awesome experience - Ilgin and Aoife were amazing, swimming superb, food sensational - if you enjoy ocean swimming, this is for you!

What a fantastic experience our trip to Slovenia with Strel Swimming Adventures!
We went in mid-July (me and my best friend), and were welcomed by Borut, Petra and Maks, our swim guides, for this adventure! They were such warm, passionate people who really looked out for us all, and made the holiday even more special.
We had an amazing time swimming in different lakes/rivers in Slovenia and Italy, and I personally achieved more than I ever thought my body could manage (I have a number of significant health problems and physical challenges, and the team were so patient with me), and I always felt safe and cared for.
The other people on the trip with us came from all over the world, and were all absolutely lovely! We had some great laughs, shared fabulous memories, and it reminded me again that the wild swimming community is so friendly, warm and fun!!
I can't wait to come back and do it again!

Such a great swimming holiday in Slovenia! Borut, Petra and Max were amazing (local) guides. The trip was perfectly organized, from the briefing session to the last swim, they chose the best locations for an openwater swim (amazing water clarity, stunning landscapes)... Thanks Borut and team for this amazing experience, I will be back!!

An Unforgettable Swim Holiday with Strel Swimming.

In June, myself and 12 friends went on the most incredible private swim holiday with Stel Swimming in Montenegro, and I honestly can’t recommend the experience highly enough.

From start to finish, everything was seamless and so well organised. Right from the initial enquiry, Borut was fantastic to deal with, responsive, helpful, and really flexible in helping us choose the right dates and itinerary for our group.

The swims themselves were absolutely stunning. Over the five-day trip, we swam an average of 2 to 2.5 km morning and afternoon, exploring the beautiful coastline of the Bay of Kotor, through caves, along dramatic cliffs, and into crystal-clear waters. Each swim felt different and special, and the entire group felt completely safe and supported at all times.

A huge thank you to our amazing swim guide Sarah and our captain Mario & team, who were both so professional, kind, and attentive. They made sure we were comfortable, confident, and got the absolute most out of every swim.

We based ourselves in Tivat, which was a brilliant location, a gorgeous town with a really central and stylish hotel that worked perfectly for our group.

The whole experience was just first class, from the organisation to the location, the support on the water, and the overall atmosphere created by the Strel team. It was such a positive and memorable trip that we’re already in the process of booking our next private swim holiday with them to Symi, Greece in 2027, and we genuinely can’t wait!

Thank you so much to Borut and the entire team at Strel Swimming, you delivered an amazing experience for us all

Just finished my first swimtour holiday in Symi, guided by Aoife and Toby. I loved it! Stunning blues of varying shades in the water, which was also a great temperature. Incredible relief underwater with caves, deep ravines, gentle shelves and drop away cliffs. Not too many fish to be seen but here and there we saw some. Professional guidance, good information and terrific en encouragement from our guides which made it easy to conquer personal fears and stretch myself physically. Lunch on the boat is my personal preference but the tavernas we ate at were all fab also. Symi is beautiful and quiet, very hot, and a place where relaxing is not hard. We were a great team of seven swimmers from various countries and we got along well enough to dine together in the evenings also. Good hotel right on the beach.

As a first-timer to any swim holiday, I could not have asked for a better introduction with the swim adventure in Montenegro. The waters and landscapes were stunning. The guides, Borut and Sarah, were both knowledgeable and super fun! The hotel and its breakfast top marks! + the group of swim enthusiasts from all over the world, with whom I got to spend some amazing days, was just brilliant. (In a group of 13 we managed to get 7 different nationalities!)
Overall, an amazing swim trip! Thanks Strel SAH!

Thank you Aoife and Toby for the most incredible swimming holiday .
This was a bucket list experience for me and I will definitely be back to do it again .
You both looked after us all so well and went over and above everyday with advice , walks, and restaurant recommendations .
You guys are awesome .
Thank you Strel for a very well run swimming experience and wonderful accommodation.

Having just completed my very first ocean swimming experience , I cannot fault the Strel guides Aoife and Toby who made our week absolutely wonderful . Everything was explained carefully and professionally and we were guided around the island in a fun and enjoyable way . It was fantastic ! Perfect water temperature and incredible scenery along the way ! The lunch breaks at beautiful Tavernas were a highlight . Lunch on board was a welcome surprise each time too .
An experience to be repeated ! Thank you .

An absolutely wonderful, fun, well organised and invigorating experience. A highly professional and engaging team and a great bunch of fellow swimmers. The best swim safari I have ever been on with some superb locations.