Activities
Live the ultimate experience
in beautiful Pelion.
Visitors to Pelion can enjoy many activities and sports during their vacation. The beautiful peninsula is an ideal destination for trips, holidays and tours throughout the year, which offers the possibility at any time of the year to enjoy numerous activities. The waters of Pagasitikos and the Aegean invite you to try diving and water sports in beautiful sea corners of Pelion. In addition, you are given the opportunity to get to know places and points of Pelion either by hiking on recorded trails, or by riding on special routes. The landscape will in any case compensate you!
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Diving
Getting to know the bottom of both the Pagasitic gulf and the the Aegean sea, which embraces the Pelion peninsula, will undoubtedly fascinate you! The underwater world of Pelion's coastline is captivating. Through diving you will enjoy the crystalline waters of the area, their changing colors, the underwater fauna and flora while at the same time, you will have the opportunity to visit various caves, islets, idyllic locations and shipwrecks, which will really impress you. Many visitors took their first diving steps in the area and since then, they come again and again to enjoy the sights and underwater life of the peninsula. In short, Pelion is an ideal destination for both more experienced and more novice divers, but in the end it compensates both in its own unique way! Experienced diving centers and schools operating in the area can provide you with accurate information about excursions and courses they organize.
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Horse riding
It is true that the morphology of the terrain in Pelion lends itself to unique riding experiences. Crossing areas on the peninsula by riding a horse creates the feeling of exploring the legends and ancient Greek mythology that dominate Pelion,so one can treat themselves with a ride on the way of the Centaurs! Horseriding on cobblestone paths and mapped trails in the area, give the visitor an alternative opportunity to get close to nature, relax and enjoy the Pelionian forests. During your trip, you will also be able to enjoy the unique view of the Aegean sea, an event that will remain unforgettable, especially if your activity coincides with the sunset. Around the peninsula you will find various riding centers and farms, which can guide you on both mountain and coastal routes. Just remember to definitely take long pants and an appropriate pair of shoes with you!
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Boat cruise in Pagasetic Gulf
The view of Pelion from the side of the sea and especially of the Pagasitic gulf definitely provides the visitor with a unique experience of a sea breeze. On a day cruise, you can explore the calm and picturesque beaches of Pagasitikos, the turquoise waters as well as the nearby islets, which few people know that exist. On the same time, the day cruise it is an easy way to reach the picturesque and historical island of Trikeri, and enjoy your meal in the traditional fish taverns by the sea. The ride will surely reward and repay you.
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Hiking on the paths of Pelion
As it is known, a characteristic feature of Pelion is the combination of mountain and sea. Through mapped routes one can cross forests and find themselves on magical beaches or vice versa, starting from a wonderful beach and ending up in a mountain village enjoying the shade of a centuries-old plane tree. Springs, waterfalls, stone bridges and unique natural scenery are elements that will captivate you. Wildlife will of course be constantly present as you walk, reminding us that we are part of this ecosystem and that it is our duty to respect, love and protect the environment. So if you're a lover of the natural landscape, all you have to do is put on your hiking shoes and get ready for a rejuvenating experience of a lifetime.
Lefokastro, South Pelion, 370 06
