WILD SWIMMING
Wild Sea Swim Adventure on the Pembrokeshire Coast
Uncover the secret treasures of Pembrokeshire’s wild coastline with a knowledgeable local guide, from glittering green sea caves to secret smuggler’s coves, surrounded by spectacular scenery and submerged in crystal-clear waters. Cold-water immersion stimulates the senses and invigorates the mind, body, and spirit, more deeply connecting you with Nature, with each other, and with your own wonderful body. Your trip can include any of the following:
- Sunset swim with a blazing campfire
- Sunrise swim with breakfast on the beach
- Night-time swims: bioluminescence, full moon swims and starlit swims
- Snorkel safaris
- A mini swim trek
- A coastal walk and a swim in a remote cove
- Beach-based well-being
Meeting Point: Various.
Check your confirmation of booking for the exact location.
FAQs
What are the session timings? +
Start times can be flexible.
Morning swims are ideal because parking space is more readily available at the beaches.
Do I need any experience? +
You don’t need any experience wild swimming or cold water swimming. You don’t need to be a strong swimmer, but some level of water confidence is useful.
You will be accompanied by trained safety staff to watch you in the water, guiding you through every step and ensuring you have the right support.
Are there any age restrictions? +
Most swims are adults only, but we can usually cater for 12-17 year olds on adult swims. Please get in touch to arrange, as some sessions depend on swim ability & confidence.
We can cater for younger children and have lots of beach based activities to suit families with young children.
All ages are welcome, but under 12s must be on a family session. All children must be accompanied by an adult. They will not need to participate, but will need to be on the beach.
Should I wear a wetsuit or bathers? +
Most swims offer a choice between wetsuits and swimwear. Wetsuits provide warmth and buoyancy, but they can feel heavy and restrictive. Swimming in bathers allows full movement and a closer-to- nature experience, yet may lead to a shorter swim due to the cold. Wetsuits are necessary for some swims (longer swim treks, snorkel safaris, Swimfit or lessons). If unsure, feel free to discuss this with the guide beforehand.
What do i need to bring? +
Your booking email will include a kit list for your experience/session, please read it carefully.
Please remember to bring any medication you need. If you are asthmatic, you must bring your inhaler.
The essential kit list for each session, swim or experience will usually include:
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Warm clothing, lots of loose fitting layers, wind proof jacket, woolly hat.
You may also need:
- Tow float (most sessions)
- Swim hat & goggles (Swim Treks & Lessons/Coaching/Swimfit)
- Drink & sugary snack (essential unless provided by ourselves)
- Wetsuit (longer swims or some training sessions)
- Appropriate dry footwear (walking boots or sturdy trainers will be necessary for swim walks, flip flops, croc and sandals are not allowed).
- Swim shoes or wetsuit boots (or old trainers may do)
- A bag or backpack
You may also want to bring:
- Something to stand on to get changed, (old hand towel/bath mat).
- Wetsuit gloves
- Extra woolly hat for in the water
- Hot water bottle & flask of hot water
- Torch with fully charged batteries
- DryRobe or similar
Where will it take place? +
The Pembrokeshire coast is home to many marvellous swimming locations. Your venue will depend on what the session includes and the conditions on the day. You will be told by your guide where to meet.
Each venue is chosen specifically to suit the conditions on the day, with shelter available around the peninsula from most wind and swell directions.
Are mixed ability groups okay? +
These sessions can cater for all abilities, allowing faster swimmers to swim further than slower ones. Everyone can choose their own pace. You may only want to dip instead of swim, which is also fine.
