Planning a trip to Halkidiki? Don’t miss the opportunity to explore Halkidiki’s beautiful nature! Check out the top 5 outdoor activities for the best summer holiday!
Halkidiki’s blessed nature is ideal for any adventure lover. With diverse and rich landscapes, Halkidiki has many outdoor activities to offer. Frankly, the possibilities are endless. That’s why we gathered the top 5 outdoor activities for every taste and preference.
Check out activities from mountains to sea, recreation, and sports for your next trip to Halkidiki.
1. Hiking
Mavrobara route (Kassandra, Polichrono): circular route
distance: 3,2 klm
duration: 1 h
difficulty level: Easy
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Discover a hillside haven for two endangered water turtle species! The route from Polychrono to Kassandrino serves as the starting point. If the weather is clear, you can view Mount Olympus to the west and Mount Athos to the east.
Aristotle’s route (East Coast, Olympiada):
non-circular route
distance: 14 klm
duration: 3 h & 30 min
difficulty level: medium to hard
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In Halkidiki, you don’t just hike to explore beautiful landscapes. You hike to follow the footsteps of many great Ancient Greek philosophers. Specifically, here you can follow Aristotle’s footsteps and the paths that gave him his ideas about life and man. The Aristotle Trail of 14km is only one of the Halkidiki routes, hidden among rich vegetation and nature’s aromas, leading to small, hidden paradise destinations.
2. Bird watching
If you want to discover the magical world of birds, in Halkidiki, you can go birdwatching in the calm waters of the wetlands of Agios Mamas. Boasting over 215 bird species, many of which are rare or endangered, you will be enchanted by the spectacle of collared pratincoles, black-winged stilts, and impressive flamingoes.
3. Scuba diving
If you are in Halkidiki, then you need to experience the power of Halkidiki’s waters. And the best way to do that is by diving underwater and experiencing the unique world of the Aegean Sea.
Choose between crystal-clear waters, dark underwater caves, sandy seabed, or steep peaks, and let Halkidiki’s sea captivate you. There are over 20 locations in the entire region where you will have the chance to explore in an organized manner and with the help of experts.
4. Bicycle tour of Mount Holomontas
The enchanting forest of Mount Holomontas is the perfect escape destination for those that wish to discover wildlife on two wheels, breathing in the fresh mountain air.
5. Sailing Cruises in Halkidiki
The greatest way to experience Halkidiki’s hidden beauty is on a sailing cruise. For a day, sail away from the throng with your family, friends, or coworkers.