Crete is the ideal choice for active people. Many resorts offer guests the chance to combine a relaxing stay with practicing their favorite body exercises like yoga, fitness, tennis, volleyball, golf, swimming, cycling, or horse riding under the guidance of personal trainers. In summer, entertainment water sports centers on beaches promise memorable experiences with a little adrenaline, promoting recreational and fun activities such as jet skiing, parasailing, sea tubing, or motor boating.
Besides these, windsurfing, kitesurfing, wave sailing and paddle boarding are Crete's most popular wave sports. Kayak-canoe amenities are available for those who want to explore the rugged coastline and the beautiful beaches. Guided snorkeling and diving training sessions are available in many places and certified schools and clubs also organize summer camps and exploring tours for fans.
Fewer people know that in wintertime, the highest peaks of the Cretan mountains - Psiloritis and Lefka Ori - are suitable for snow sports, out of which ski mountaineering, snowboarding, and snowkiting are now on-trend. With no cable transport facilities, many Cretans climb the mountains and descend slopes on skis or snowboards. In the warm season, off-road tours by bike or four-wheel drive give visitors the taste of freedom in the wilderness.
Also, Crete is a heaven for mountain lovers. The mountaineering, exploration, and adventure clubs provide a variety of outdoor activities and unforgettable experiences, beyond the places reached by car. Tourists can enjoy hiking, trekking, canyoning, caving, horse riding, and safari, on safe and mapped routes, receiving assistance, and all necessary equipment.
For adrenaline junkies, there are many extreme sports options like climbing, paragliding, paramotors, and bungee jumping. Certified air-sports clubs offer small aircraft rentals and tandem skydiving with instructors for adventurous tourists.
Unleash your inner child in the captivating landscapes of Crete!
