Best Spots for Wilderness Swimming

Float your worries away. These are places where travelers can escape from the bustle of the modern world and reconnect with nature through one of the four elements - water. These are the best hotels in stunning destinations offering you the opportunity to indulge in a wilderness swimming experience - the perfect way to unwind while surrounded by breathtaking beauty.

Long celebrated for its water sports, the long and wide beaches that have made the City of Angels a world-renowned destination are hosting Swim Across America this year. Swimmers of all ages and skill levels are invited to join the Swim Across America Foundation on October 16 at Veteran’s Park, Redondo Beach. The event will benefit local cancer research and clinical trials at UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center. Definitely a trip worth booking for those open water aficionados. Stay at SIXTY Beverly Hills when you visit here for sun, sand and swimming.

Langata is a residential area of Nairobi, completely immersed in lavish nature. It has several attractions such as the Giraffe Centre, the Uhuru gardens, and the tourist village Bomas of Kenya. Eden Hotel, a retreat located in the heart of the suburb, overlooks a beautiful lake suitable for wilderness swimming, where one can engage with nature in an organic yet safe way.

Find pristine bodies of water and picturesque woods to escape from the bustle. Enjoying solitude in a lush forest and swimming in a wild river - what can be a better activity for those who want to reconnect with nature? The Merse River, part of which runs through Borgo Santo Pietro’s estate, is nestled in dense woods providing refreshing and shaded river swimming for nature lovers. In addition to the striking beauty of the natural landscapes, you are surrounded by llamas, chickens, and rabbits happily living on the estate in harmony with the environment. Consider the Borgo Santo Pietro for your stay when you head here.

The seaside resort of Taghazout Bay in South Morocco, a short distance from Agadir, remains a fairly unknown beach destination for many. While ocean swimming and surfing remain at the top of the water sports list, the proximity to the Imouzzer region reveals picture perfect oasis nestled in the rolling foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Fresh pools of azure water and sublime views elevate the experience of swimming in the wilderness. Fairmont Taghazout Bay should be top of mind for your stay during your trip to this area.

The small fishing village on the coast of Uruguay turns into a lively upscale resort during the summer months (December to March). Stay at Posada Ayana and enjoy wilderness swimming and kayaking as you get close to nature and cherish serenity.

Colorful, serene, and surrounded by turquoise waters, Holbox Island stuns for its unexpected vibrancy combined with a tranquil atmosphere. Lying within the Yum Balam reserve, in the Yucatán Peninsula, its impossibly greenish waters are a unique mixture of ocean currents and its wildlife. Immerse yourself in its outstanding natural beauty whilst enjoying such activities as snorkeling and diving, and whale shark and dolphin watching. Head to CasaSandra for your stay.

The Emerald Island is famed for its rugged landscape, upscale hotels, shopping, and La Dolce Vita lifestyle. The Palazzo a Mare beach, on the Marina Grande side, is a place of seclusion that can only be reached by boat, shuttle, or - for the more adventurous - on foot along a route through the area near the Da Paolino restaurant. Whichever way one chooses to get there, crystal clear waters and stunning views await. Capri Tiberio Palace is the perfect spot to call home when here.

The tiny isolated island, located more than 25 miles off the coast of Massachusetts, is a highly popular summer destination. It’s a place with picture-perfect beaches and a remarkable history: in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, Nantucket was the whaling capital of the world and one of the wealthiest communities in America. Nowadays, the cobblestoned streets of the small town are lined with restaurants, high-end boutiques, and luxury hotels, including Life House Nantucket. Its coastline remains an ideal place for seclusion and, of course, also for wilderness swimming.

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