One example of the unconventional type of swim holiday is his tour of theLofoten Islands within the Arctic Circle in Norway. Offered at £2,545 per person, thetrip is ideal for an adventurous week of swimming in water 11oC to 15oC (in August due to the warmth of the Gulf Stream) 1 – 4 km per day for six nights with a maximum size group of 12 individuals.
For more information, visit swimquest.uk.com. For the Lofoten Islands tour, visit here.
How surfers enjoy the cold and waves of Lofoten Islands
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