HOTEL new aegli

The beachfront New Aegli Hotel is situated in Askeli Bay, just 1.5 kilometres from Poros Town. This gives us direct access to many of our swim start points, with the support boat picking us up from the beach jetty. All rooms are air conditioned, with free Wi-Fi, and a mini-fridge.

ROOM OPTIONS

Standard Sea View Rooms are allocated on a twin / double share basis as standard. Other rooms may be available as upgrades on enquiry. A sole use supplement is available for £130.

ITINERARY

All swim activities are planned with safety at their heart. Open-water swimming is always governed by the weather, and as a result planned swims may need to be changed, depending on the prevailing conditions at the time. 

SATURDAY

We’ll meet you in the hotel reception at 2pm, ready to begin our adventure. After a warm welcome and safety briefing, we’ll head to Askeli Bay for our acclimatisation swim. Setting off from the hotel, we’ll swim eastward along the stunning coastline of Askeli Bay, giving you the perfect opportunity to get comfortable in the water while taking in the beautiful surroundings.

SUNDAY

This morning, we’ll embark on an unforgettable swim to the historic Castle Island (Bourtzi). After boarding boats at the hotel dock, we’ll make our way to a small islet near Stavros Church, nestled in the channel that separates Poros from the mainland. From there, we’ll weave through tiny islets to reach the impressive Castle of Bourtzi. This breathtaking island is just 1.5 km from our accommodation, but you’ll have the option of swimming a 3 km round trip or a shorter route, with the flexibility to combine both. This swim offers a blend of historical intrigue and mesmerising coastal views. After a well-deserved lunch, we’ll head out once more for a gentle coastal swim, perfect for stretching out your muscles and soaking up the tranquil atmosphere.

MONDAY

We’ll start the day with a swim from Kanali Beach, following the dramatic volcanic coastline of Poros. As we swim, you’ll be captivated by the towering volcanic rock formations and the vibrant underwater world beneath you. After lunch, we’ll continue our adventure by swimming through the emerald waters of Love Bay, framed by overhanging trees. We’ll also pass by Eros Island, known for its heart-like shape, before reaching the historic Old Russian Naval Bay.

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Today, we’ll embark on an exciting full-day adventure, travelling by minibus to Epidavros to swim above the ancient sunken city. After an exhilarating swim, we’ll savour a delicious lunch at a local taverna before visiting the small ancient theatre of Epidavros. In the evening, we’ll return to the hotel for some well-earned relaxation.

thursday

We’ll set out on an adventurous swim to the mythical Modi Island, famously shaped like a resting lion. After lunch, we’ll head out for one final afternoon swim, exploring the rugged north east coastline of before returning to Aegli for our farewell evening together.

FRIDAY

We’ll begin the day with a refreshing sunrise swim. After breakfast, we’ll prepare for departure, with check-out scheduled for 10am.

GETTING THERE

START & FINISH TIME

This trip officially starts at 2pm, and finishes at 10am on the final day.

FLIGHTS

Athens is the nearest airport to Poros. From Athens, there are two routes to get to Poros. You can either get a ferry or hydrofoil from Piraeus Port, or you can book a private car to drive you directly to Poros.

From Athens (Piraeus Port) by Ferry

• High-Speed Hydrofoil (Flying Dolphin) – 1 hour
• Regular Ferry – 2.5 hours
• Ferries depart regularly from Piraeus Port, and tickets can be booked in advance via ferry booking websites.

If you are arriving by ferry, your swim guide/s will meet you at the port in Poros and take you to the hotel.

By Private TAXI / MINIBUS 

• We can put you in touch with a local taxi firm who can provide a direct airport - Poros transfer for about 50€ per person. We will put you in touch with the swim group before the trip so that you can arrange to share a minibus should you wish.

WHAT DO I PACK?

• At least three swimming costumes (putting on a wet cossie is never fun!)
• Wetsuit - our Partners at Zone3 offer a wide range of wetsuits, including the eco Yulex natural rubber range HERE and you get 20% OFF all full price Zone3 products with code : SWIMQUEST
• Two pairs of swim goggles – one clear and one tinted
• Tow float (required) - if you haven’t got one yet, you can purchase from our online shop here
• Rash vest (optional) - available from our online shop here
• Towel(s)
• Small daypack/rucksack to use for your personal equipment/clothing during the day
• Sandals/aqua shoes/flip flops – for getting wet
• Warm shoes for before and after your swim, preferably suitable for walking short distances
• Waterproofs
• Sun hat, sun cream and glasses

 

READY TO BOOK?

We’re excited about meeting you on tour. To book your trip, simply click 'Book Now' for your chosen trip below. A deposit of 30% is required to secure your place, and the final payment is due 10 weeks prior to departure. Payments can be made by debit/credit card or by bank transfer. If you are not yet ready to book and require more information, please click enquire. Once you have complete the form, Sarah (our bookings co-ordinator) will be in touch to help you with any additional requirements.

POROS |  27 SEPT - 3 OCT 2025  |  BOOK NOW  |  ENQUIRE

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In booking with us, you accept our terms and conditions, which can be found here. If at any point you have any questions, feel free to contact us:

• Sarah Broadley | +44 7917 033670 | sarah@swimquest.uk.com
• Charlie Beere | +44 7563 389238 | charlotte@swimquest.uk.com
• Alice Todd | +44 7825 301443 | alice@swimquest.uk.com

Travel Insurance

As a SwimQuest guest, you are required to have in place travel insurance that covers you for all activities you will be taking part in during your trip. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fully covered for these activities.

Whatever travel policy you decide on, you will need to bring a copy of your current Certificate of Insurance to the safety briefing at the start of your SwimQuest holiday. Your swim Guides will need to take a note of your insurer, policy number and the number to call in case of an emergency claim.

Please note, if you are a UK resident and eligible for free health cover via the NHS, you do not need to take our a travel insurance policy for our UK based trips. You may still wish to take out insurance to cover you for events such as trip cancellation, luggage and personal liability.

If you are travelling from the US or another country, we suggest you use a travel insurance comparison site based in your own country in order to decide on a suitable policy.

You can find more information on our Insurance page.

Columbus Direct offers three levels of cover Bronze, Silver and Gold, with differing levels of emergency medical, cancellation and baggage so you can choose the cover to suit your needs. All levels of cover include over 150 sports and activities covered as standard including open water swimming within 12 miles of shore (you will not be swimming more than 12 miles away from the shore on SwimQuest Holidays).

You will also benefit from free airport lounge access if your flight is delayed for 1hr or more*. Optional cover is available including Gadget, Winter Sports and Cruise, along with cover for many pre-existing medical conditions subject to online screening.  Columbus Direct offer single trip cover up to 85 years old and annual multi trip cover up to 74 years old.

*The policyholder can register both themselves and up to four additional travelling companions for Columbus Direct’s Airport Delay service. They will then be eligible to receive free airport lounge access in the event a delay of one or more hours is announced for their flight. View terms and conditions here