Top Girona Outdoor Activities

Each day from your accommodation base you will explore the beautiful scenery of the Baix Emporda region of Catalonia, cycling the selected highlights of the well signposted Cycle Network. The tour starts in Girona city and winds its way gently through the undulating and ever changing scenery of the Baix Emporda. All of the cycling takes place on quiet country roads that are part of the Baix Emporda Cycle Network. The network has been developed to allow cyclists to fully enjoy the splendours of this area. The tour follows the cycling network for 5 nights and finishes in the charming medieval village of Monells. Your luggage will be transported for you from hotel to hotel so you can relax and enjoy the cycling to its fullest. Each day’s ride is approximately 40 km and covers terrain that is mostly flat with rolling hills, so you can pace yourself to stop and enjoy the views.

Cadaqués is one of the most popular resorts along the Costa Brava, known for its whitewashed buildings, pebble beaches, and as the former home of artist Salvador Dalí. On this tour, take the most scenic route to Cadaqués from Roses and cruise along the Cap de Creus peninsula. Land in Cadaqués and enjoy free time to explore the village, take a swim, or visit the Salvador Dalí Museum (own expense).

Soar above Catalonia’s ancient dormant volcanoes on a thrilling hot air balloon ride over the Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park. Soak up panoramic views that stretch as far as the Mediterranean and the Pyrenees on a clear day as the winds carry you up to 6,500 feet (1981 meters) in the air. Sip pink cava and enjoy the spectacular silence during the 1.5-hour flight. After landing, cap off the unforgettable morning with a traditional Catalonian hot breakfast.

Experience the thrill of exploring the underwater world with this introductory scuba adventure for first-time divers. Learn the basics of scuba diving techniques, equipment, safety, and hand signals from your certified instructor, then set off for your very first dive. Admire the colorful marine life off the coast of Girona and take photos and videos as a souvenir of your foray into scuba diving.

Enjoy a relaxed half day sailing along the Costa Brava on a catamaran. After embarking in Lloret de Mar, you will navigate beautiful beaches and coves for an hour before anchoring in a secluded bay. In this quiet and sheltered place you can swim or snorkel, or just relax in the sun. The crew will prepare a delicious barbecue on board while listening to music in the open air.

Experience Girona’s history and culture on this small group walking excursion. After meeting up with your guide Plaça de Sant Feliu, spend a few hours exploring this Catalon city’s esplanades, old walls, bridges, and landmarks. Admire the history of the Jewish Quarter and marvel at Roman artifacts, winding streets, and an impressive artistic heritage while learning about the city from a knowledgeable guide.

Get your fix of ‘Game of Thrones’ fantasy drama on this Viator Exclusive tour of the season six filming sites in Girona. Much of the city’s Old Town was transformed into the streets and landmarks of King’s Landing and Braavos, two fictional towns from the HBO hit series. Learn about key filming sites and hear insider gossip about the show from a guide. You’ll also discover some of Girona’s striking landmarks including the Cathedral of Santa Maria.

Get spectacular views of Cap de Creus, Port Lligat, and Cadaqués from the water on a boat trip along the rugged Costa Brava. You’ll see rocky headlands that can’t be reached by road, and make a 90-minute stop in the scenic village of Cadaqués where the artist Salvador Dalí lived and worked. It’s a dramatic alternative to driving, and ensures you’ll see Costa Brava’s most untouched spots.

Set sail along one of the most scenic stretches of the Costa Brava on this catamaran tour. Cruise around the beaches, sea cliffs, and coves of the Cap de Creus Nature Park, Cap Norfeu, and Cala Jóncols bay. Along the way, spot landmarks such as Punta Falconera, ‘The Cat’ rock, and Tamariu cave.

The Try Dive or Discover Scuba Diving takes place from the Platja del Morro del Vedell, right in front of our Diving Center, There are two parts: - Theory part: In a simple theory session you will receive basic notions about diving theory. - Diving part: The practical part consists of a dive in the sea with a certified instructor to a maximum depth of 8 meters. It is a personalized dive, with a maximum of two people per instructor. After finishing your Discover Scuba Diving you can continue your adventure and become a certified diver enrolling in the PADI Open Water Diver course.

The best Canoeing Kayaking in Catalonia is in Tossa de Mar It is a route of slight difficulty always keeping in mind the good conditions of navigation or meteorology. One of the Excursions has a duration of about 2-3 hours on a stretch from Santa Maria de Llorell GArbí to Ses Alzines (Tossa de Mar) Going through impressive cliffs and large walls in the sea in a landscape of spectacular wild beauty. Pick up location: 10:00 am Bus Bar Parking Tossa de Mar Contact the mobile 625343692, to confirm your reservation please Pick Up Location: 10:00 am Bus Bar Parking Tossa de Mar Contact mobile 625343692 please confirm booking here

Avoid the crowds on land and enjoy unobstructed views of Menorca’s coastline on a boat trip to secluded beaches that are only accessible by water. Traveling with a guide means you’ll tick off natural attractions with ease, and maximize your chances of spotting marine life such as dolphins. Plus, included lunch and round-trip hotel transfers make for a seamless experience.

TOSSASUB Instructor Training Center Scuba diving in the sea One day activity, three hours approximately. An instructor will make an introduction to explain the operation of the equipment, how to breathe, move underwater, communication signals. Then, after giving you the necessary equipment to make the dive, you will be transferred to the beach to do the diving baptism, always under the supervision of an instructor and at most 12 meters deep and for about 40-45 minutes, diving. After having enjoyed an entire experience that is hard to forget, they will take you back to the center so you can shower and change. REQUIREMENTS: Do not have heart problems, respiratory system, ears or being pregnant. Do not fly at least 12 hours. Minimum age 8 years always with parental authorization or guardian, in the case of having a child, we ask you to inform us, please (children 8 and 9 years maximum depth 6 meters)

The PADI Open Water course is divided into three modules: - 4 dives in shallow waters in the sea where you can practice basic diving skills. - 4 open water dives in the sea where you will practice these skills in a typical diving situation. - 5 theory sessions where you learn the basic principles and knowledge necessary to dive in a safe and fun way. You will also receive a PADI eLearning code to download the theory to your mobile or tablet. In this way, you will be able to follow the classes and have the course content available at all times. Once you finish your Open Water Diver course you can continue with your training and start the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course or do one of the PADI Specialty courses.

Get a bird’s eye view of Catalonia on a 75-minute hot air balloon ride. Comfortable and convenient transportation takes you from your hotel to the launch site.  Experience Montserrat, the Pyrenees, and Costa Brava from 3,000 feet (900 meters). Upon landing, celebrate with a champagne toast and cookies. Leave with a complimentary flight certificate, as well as a professional photo from your ride.

A hot air balloon tour of Barcelona is a classic way for adventurous travelers to see the city from a new perspective. Float over rolling farmland, the stunning Pyrenees, and historic sights such as in the city of Vic, reaching a height of nearly 3,000 feet as you fly (914 meters). Celebrate your trip with an included flight certificate and Champagne toast upon landing.

You are going to reconnect with nature in a unique, intimate, fun and entertaining way. You will use your 5 senses so that this experience is difficult for you to forget. You will learn about plants, mushrooms, fauna and flora. Medicinal and gastronomic properties that our ancestors knew and we have forgotten. Ideal experience for couples, families and groups of friends.

Whether you have experience kayaking or have not tried it before, this active kayak excursion from the port of Playa de Aro promises beautiful views and lots of fun. After a technical introduction, you will paddle through turquoise waters until you reach spectacular caves and coves. Stop for snorkeling and take a look at the underwater world.

Be in seventh heaven as you fly in a private hot air balloon near Barcelona. Live an unforgettable experience with Camins de Vent and start your day in a exclusive hot air balloon with those you love. Enjoy a 1h15min flight near Barcelona in a private flight. Discover Montserrat, Vic, Pyrenees, Costa Brava and more magical places as you climb to heights of up to 3,000 feet (900m). Take stunning pictures from the air and feel like a bird during the flight. Once we come back to earth, celebrate your flight with a Champagne toast and some biscuits and receive your personal flight certificate. - Free hotel pick-up - Private hot air balloon flight - Champagne toast with pastries - Personal Flight Certificate  - Stunning Photoreport of the activity Your flight includes a free pick up from your hotel and a drop-off in the train station direct to your hotel.

Whether you're celebrating a birthday or a stag or hen party, party in style with other groups on board on this spacious catamaran. There will be lots of fun and games, music, floating mats and even a trampoline to jump on. The package includes a barbecue for lunch, with sausages, hamburgers, salads, bread, sauces and fruit, and five drinks of your choice (beer, sangria, soft drinks and water).

While contemplating the bay of Roses, we go along the pretty small coves of the Natural Park of Cap de Creus until joining Cala Murtra which is in the middle of this protected site, surrounded by cliffs. It is a creek with lush vegetation, one of the wildest of the Costa Brava, with turquoise waters, sparkling and crystalline, which, with the green of the pines and the azure of the sky, make this place a paradise where nature is sovereign. It is the only authorized naturist beach. On this idyllic cove of the natural park, you can explore the seabed in the air-conditioned underwater viewing rooms of our catamaran Aquarium II.

Experience the thrill of riding in a hot air balloon on a scenic flight that includes views of the Pyrenees as you glide over farmlands. Perfect for friends and families, this balloon can host four guests, making it more inclusive than the common two-person baskets but still creating an intimate experience. After landing, relive the ride with photos and videos displayed over champagne and breakfast.

This is a week of road riding that you will want to repeat over and over again and perhaps look for some new routes on your next visit. With the climate of the Baix Emporda so suited for cycling you really can enjoy this tour at any time of year.

Exciting tour aboard a jet ski, unforgettable sensations, we will glide over the waters of the Costa Brava.