Are you one of those who needs a little action when you visit a destination? Are you always looking for an activity that will raise your heart rate during your vacation? Do you need strong emotions to de-stress? You are in the right place! There are many activities for adrenaline lovers on the Costa Brava and the Girona Pyrenees and here are a few suggestions:

Skydiving:

Skydiving on the Costa Brava is an exciting and popular activity among tourists and locals. Famous for its stunning beaches and natural landscapes, the Costa Brava is the ideal place to skydive, and Skydive Empuriabrava is the paradise of skydivers.

At Skydive Empuriabrava they offer many options to fly with highly trained and experienced instructors who guarantee the safety of the participants, like the tandem jumps, which is a safe and popular way to experience the thrill of skydiving without prior experience.

Wind tunnel:

A wind tunnel is a device that simulates the sensation of free fall by creating a controlled upward flow of air. These tunnels are often used to train skydivers and paragliders as they provide a safe and controlled way to practice flying skills without having to jump out of a plane or off a mountain. In Empuriabrava you will find the Túnel del Vent where you can feel like a real skydiver and experience the feeling of flying safely, always accompanied by your instructor.

Hot air balloon ride:

Seeing the landscape from a bird’s eye view with a 360º panoramic view will leave you speechless.

Flying above the Natural Park of the Volcanic Zone of La Garrotxa, one of the most interesting areas of dormant volcanoes in Europe, is an ideal adventure for nature lovers and for those seeking new sensations. 

In addition, balloon flights over La Garrotxa can be adapted for the elderly, people with reduced mobility or people in wheelchairs!

And what about flying above the Empordà area? And seeing the bay of Roses, the Medes Islands or the Natural Park of the Aiguamolls of the Empordà?

This is an experience you have to live once in your life.

Canyoning:

In the Girona Pyrenees, you can find many ravines with crystal clear waters, waterfalls and natural slides that will offer you a unique experience. It is an activity that combines hiking, climbing and rappelling through idyllic landscapes.

You will also find ideal ravines to start in the world of canyoning in the area of Osor and La Garrotxa, very close to Girona, and its descents will not leave you indifferent.

Kayak: 

The Costa Brava has a wide variety of beaches and coves, many of them difficult to access by land. The best way to explore them is by kayak, as you can access places that would otherwise be impossible to see, such as caves, perforated rocks or islets.

You have the option of getting to know the coast by kayak through a guided tour or if you are already an expert you can rent it by the hour. On many beaches on the Costa Brava there are kayak rental companies.

Bungee jumping:

This activity is ideal for the most daring. Bungee Jumping involves jumping from a bridge or a crane with a rope tied to the ankles. In Girona, you can find several places to jump.

Dive:

There are many diving spots on the Costa Brava to explore, including the Medes Islands Marine Reserve, which is a protected area with an abundance of marine life. There are also a number of interesting shipwrecks to explore, such as the English steamer ‘Gipsy’. You will be able to enjoy a great variety of marine species, from octopus and lobsters, and if you are lucky even barracudas and sharks.

There are several diving schools on the Costa Brava that offer courses and excursions for divers of all experience levels and where you can rent equipment and hire a guide.

Via ferrata:

One of the best-known via ferratas is the one in Sant Feliu de Guíxols. This medium-high level tour is located by the sea and offers stunning views of the coast. The via ferrata is equipped with rungs, cleats and cables to help you progress and is designed for people with some experience in climbing and via ferrata.

Another option is the via ferrata of Tossa de Mar. This route is also of medium-high level and offers spectacular views of the sea and the coast.

These are just some of the activities you can do on the Costa Brava and the Girona Pyrenees, very close to all our campsites. Dare to live a unique and adrenaline-filled experience!