The Top 4 Extreme Sports to Practice in Europe

A fan of high-octane thrills and sports activities? An enthusiast of all experiences that make your heart jump out of your chest and give you an adrenaline fix? This bodes well! Europe is on your side, offering countless opportunities to take part in extreme activities that make for unique and memorable trips. Here are our top 4.

Surfing in Lanzarote

Located in the Canary Islands, Lanzarote boasts the perfect marine ecosystem for surfing. Known as the European Hawaii, Lanzarote has unique advantages that make it a favorite destination with surfers: a stable climate, all year round water temperatures of about 20° C, and of course, sunshine! This island is a one of a kind destination for the European surfing crowd, and there are many beaches and different spots to catch waves. Moreover, you’ll find plenty of surf schools and equipment rental outlets run by friendly staff that will guarantee the perfect atmosphere for your sports holidays. For experienced surfers, there are many specialized websites that can guide you and give you tips on which spots to visit, as well as info relating to tide and wind conditions. So, what are you waiting for? Book your flight and surf the waves while soaking in the sun rising over the horizon.

Skydiving in Tuscany

Skydiving is eye-catching and impresses us in a unique way. It’s an activity that many dream of one day doing without really ever daring. It’s a one of a kind experience that is not easy to describe in words, as it is compelling, convincing, and at times even addictive! If the skies are calling and you want to experience the excitement of freefalling, a delicious adrenaline rush, as well as physical and mental liberation, you have to go jump in Italy. Tuscany, in particular, is an ideal destination, as its stunning coastal location will grant you amazing views over its blue sea, sandy beaches, and vegetation while you glide in the air. Ready to take that step and make the sky your turf?

Zorbing in London

Born in New Zealand, zorbing is an extreme sport that entails traveling at full-speed down a slope inside a plastic sphere known as a zorb ball. This activity, rich in intense emotions, can be carried out on water or down grass or snow-covered slopes. It can be done in London, just a ten minutes’ walk away from Whyteleafe South Station. The zorbing place is located in a picturesque forest over Salmons Lane, and it offers exceptional views so you can watch your friends and family members roll down the slopes. A unique activity that will definitely have you laughing out loud!

Canyoning in Slovenia

Canyoning or canyoneering is traveling down a canyon, following a route that will take you to the very heart of nature, a fun and active way to explore a country’s landscapes, flora and fauna. Slovenia is the perfect country to practice this sport, with its abundant vegetation, its clear blue-green waters, and its glossy skies. Routes laid out for canyoning tend to consist of narrow slots that follow the course of the river, in virgin terrain. If you love the outdoors and hiking, whether beginner or advanced, this experience is made for you! The most popular places to practice this activity are the canyons of Sušec, Mlinarica and Fratarca near the Soča and Grmečica Valleys, as well as Mostnica and Jerečica near Lake Bohinj. Give this exciting experience so full of adrenaline a go, and let it take you to the heart of the Slovenian outdoors.