TRIP OVERVIEW
Trip Dates
20 Jun - 22 Jun |
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25 Jul - 27 Jul |
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Tour Highlights
Get back to nature with a blend of freshwater lake and tarn swims, as well as restorative yoga sessions in Cumbria's iconic Lake District!
Hike on stunning fell walks, where the Lake Poets roamed, and seek out unforgettable local lake and tarn swim spots
Reset and stretch your open water skills with a group of like-minded lake swimmers and expert guides
For this YogaSwim experience we are based in Cumbria’s picturesque Lake District National Park. The Lake District covers around 700 square miles of England’s most beautiful natural scenery. It’s a region of high mountains, deep valleys, large lakes, remote tarns, and spectacular waterfalls. Return to nature with freshwater swims in lakes and mountain tarns, walks to clear the mind and free the senses, and yoga to relax and strengthen the body.
We stay in The Inn at Grasmere (a relaxed hotel in the centre of the village) perfect for the adventurous blend of lake and tarn swimming, supported by daily yoga sessions. You’ll have plenty of chances to enjoy some of the region’s most breathtaking locations. All swims cover manageable distances and are broken up with some challenging, but spectacular, fell walking between locations. All this creates a perfect opportunity to leave the bustle of everyday life behind - simply disconnect for a few days of immersive yoga and swimming in the most iconic northern patch of English countryside!
Who is this trip for?
This trip is designed for swimmers who enjoy yoga, or who want to explore the benefits of yoga and how it naturally complements and enhances our swimming. We swim twice per day in freshwater and among some of the country’s most beloved scenery.
The trip explores the beautiful surroundings of the Lake District so swimmers should also be comfortable walking at variable gradients for at least 45 minutes whilst carrying your own kit to reach remote swimming spots.
Swimmers do not require open water experience but should be capable of completing the average swim distance and average daily swim distance (over the course of two swims) prior to the start of the trip.
The average swim distance is around 1km. The average daily swim distance is around 2km.
No prior experience of yoga is required.
We have given this trip a ‘Leisurely’ grading designed for people who want to swim at a more relaxed pace and enjoy the scenery.
This grading is for the swim only and does not take into account the challenging walks to each remote location.
Swims are shorter than an average SwimTrek Trip, so if you prefer to cover more kilometres per day then you may like to explore our Lakes & Tarns trip.
Why yoga and swimming?
Yoga and swimming are a perfect combination. For swimmers, yoga offers both physical and mental benefits. Yoga increases awareness to breathing, develops strength and increases mobility, especially if you can work yoga into your daily routine. Through meditation, relaxation and stretching, yoga has incredible restorative qualities, relaxing the nervous system and muscular tension. It can help you centre and focus, and to find the perfect rhythm for your swims.
What's included?
- Fully guided yoga and swimming holiday
- Professional swim guides and full safety escort on all swims (swimmers only)
- Yoga practices designed for swimmers
- Experienced yoga teacher
- Yoga mat for the duration of the trip
- All breakfasts
- All lunches (swimmers only)
- Full ABTOT Financial Protection
- Two nights' accommodation
- Dinner on the first night
What's not included?
- Travel to and from the start of the tour
- Evening meals other than the evening meal on the second night
Sample Trip Itinerary
Please note that the below daily itineraries are an example of the swims that may take place during your trip, however, actual swim locations and distances will vary according to local weather and swim conditions. Your SwimTrek guides and local boat pilots will determine the most suitable swim locations each day and will communicate the plan with all guests as soon as possible.
Trip Schedule
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Reviews
Fantastic people looking after us and helping us to explore, enjoy and achieve.
Absolutely amazing trip!! It was so much better than expected and the beauty of the lakes totally blew my mind!
Such quality, variety and fun with lovely people - thanks so much!
Best of British - can't beat the beautiful Lake District for Lake and tarn swimming, with the added bonus of yoga to stretch our swimming muscles. Thank you SwimTrek
Was an amazing experience . The staff were amazing so connected with the group . Safety was paramount at all times . The most amazing locations and nothing at all to fault .
Beautiful lake swims in amazing scenery with friendly and experienced support team!