Testimonials
I’ve not long returned from a wonderful 5 night guided swim trek holiday in Mull and Iona. Such lovely memories!
The trip was packed full, with varied swims, usually two per day. Of course, the amazing settings and scenery helped as did the weather. The highlight for me was swimming into Fingal’s Caves after a lovely boat ride. I love challenging myself whatever the activity and on this trip I’ve learned that you don’t need to increase swimming distance to find the next challenge. For a somewhat fair weather swimmer, swimming in quite cold water with or without a wetsuit was the challenge and has given me a different outlook.
I came away from my holiday really appreciating the sense of community in Mull and Iona.
I’d thoroughly recommend this trip. Thanks so much Emma for the opportunity!Lesley, may 2024Wow! Just returned from a magnificent weekend. Everyday was an adventure, sea dips or swims depending upon how you felt. Beautiful beaches and sunshine all the way! Yoga, massage and those packed lunches! Then the big challenge of Staffa. Special thanks to Emma and the wonderful group for giving me the courage to climb the stairs to see the puffins! Finally the moment we all shared in the magical Fingals cave – I will never forget it. I highly recommend and want to return.
Ann, April 2024Just back from a 3 night Dip & Chill retreat and feel incredible. As a newcomer to open water swimming it was the perfect blend of water and land activities and relaxation – from a variety of beach dips to yoga and massage, gentle walks and boat trips … I have gained so much confidence about getting into open water and feel the benefits! Taking a trip to swim at Fingal’s cave and hanging out with the puffins was just out of this world. It was a truly memorable and enjoyable experience.
Pauline, April 2024Just returned from the Dip and Chill weekend. It was the perfect break, I’ve come away feeling incredibly restored by the clear, cold Scottish waters, the expertise of Emma and her team and the wonderful company of our brilliant group. Cold dipping, hot tub dipping, yoga, massages and incredible food with home baked bread and nourishing meals. And have met a group of folks that I feel like I’ve known for years. I didn’t want to leave, and I will definitely be back. Highly recommended 💙💙💙
Kate, April 2024
Thank you for such an amazing trip. I have had a fantastic time. Mull is so beautiful. I hope to be able to return to some point.
Sarah, July 2023In July I had an amazing 5 days in Mull with Wild Hebridean Swimming. Each swim was different and special. We dipped in fairy pools under waterfalls, swam off secluded beaches and even explored Fingal’s Cave! Emma is friendly, helpful and sensitive to all the swimmers’ needs. Achaban House is the perfect base and we were well fed with delicious home cooked, locally sourced food. A wonderful trip for swimmers.
Jane, July 2023A really big thanks for a great holiday and new experiences. Loved it.
Willie, July 2023Thank you Emma, I loved every minute of it! Thank you for being such a lovely host. Until we meet again.
Julie-May, July 2023
I can’t say enough about how incredible Emma and the Wild Hebridean Swim Retreat was! It was such an amazing experience. The location itself is just stunning – the beaches, the scenery, the clear turquoise sea – it’s beautiful. And the food was amazing!
As someone new to open water swimming, Emma was a game-changer. She made me feel comfortable and confident, and her coaching did wonders for my front crawl technique.
The added bonuses of massages and yoga really added to the relaxation of the retreat.
The 5-day retreat managed to be both action-packed and relaxing at the same time. It was the perfect balance.
If you’re even considering it, I highly recommend going. It’s an experience you won’t regret!Deb, June 2023I have only great things to say about my experience with Wild Hebridean Swimming Retreats.
Our retreat group was small, but perfectly formed and made up of a mixture of experience and open water swimming levels. . To add to this the food from Anna was out of this world!!!Rachel, June 2023This retreat was the best thing I’ve done in years! Emma has such a warm friendly personality and her confidence, knowledge and capability made me feel thoroughly safe and secure in all situations we encountered in the water. The retreat was a truly exhilarating experience and I learnt a great deal about myself and all the different aspects of wild swimming. It really opened my eyes and I would recommend it to anyone!
Lucille, June 2023