Adventure in Florence and surroundings
Adrenaline seekers grab your backpacks, something exciting is awaiting you.
You've worked hard all week, now the weekend is stretching out in front of you, and you're looking for things to do that will fill it with some adventure. Or perhaps you need to get out of the city and look for somewhere green to go. You’re certainly not short of options for adventure in Florence and surroundings. From those just looking for light exercise and a breath of fresh air to the bold sporty types, there's an activity for all.
Fun and Exciting Things to do in Florence
Lying just beyond the inner circle of Florence is a wealth of green landscapes and deep blue waters waiting to be explored. Climbing along via Bolognese towards Pratolino, you'll find the entrance to Il Gigante Adventure Park. Pop on a helmet and harness and make your way into the trees to tackle the picturesque tree-top routes. With various difficulty levels and the assistance of expert instructors, you can challenge yourself physically while breathing in the invigorating fresh air. Other energetic things you can do near Florence await you at the Vincigliata Adventure Park, between Settignano and Fiesole on the hills just outside the city. Vincigliata Adventure Park offers a variety of paths for everyone: even the youngest of adventurers can have a go grappling with nature.
Canoe and Kayak Adventures
What could be more thrilling than a canoe adventure on a river? Those with experience will enjoy a guided descent of the Lima torrent on a kayak, one of the rivers of the Appennino Toscano mountains. Work on your skills while taking in breathtaking sights, completely immersed in the beauty of Tuscany. Not so experienced? There's an adrenaline-filled excursion perfect for you too! Rafting on the Sieve river in the Mugello area just 30 minutes from the centre of Florence alternates between a gentle route in the quiet and relaxed countryside to slightly more adrenaline-inducing rapid like Masseto's dam; just the right mix between adventure and chill! Take a dip in the idyllic waters after the experience and keep an eye out for local fawn and fauna; you may even encounter a heron, gull or roe deer!
Fun Tours in the Tuscan Countryside
Looking for something more land-based? Set off into the wild and surround yourself with Tuscany's animals and nature's bounty with a Safari Tour at the Maiano Farm. Hop on board a Land Rover Defender off-road car, gaze in wonder at breathtaking views of Florence, and snap some pictures of the wild animals in their natural habitat. Admire ostriches, donkeys, horses and more.
The Farm Safari tour is a guaranteed fun day out for families or a group of friends if you're looking for out-of-the-ordinary things to do near Florence. Through woods, olive groves and rocky paths, discover the parts of Tuscany you never would otherwise with off-the-beaten-track paths through the hundreds of acres at the Fattoria di Maiano. The remarkable landscape is also perfect for trekking, hiking, or packing a picnic. Be careful it doesn't get pecked by a goose or hen, though!
Looking for something a bit different? A night safari through the forest is pure magic. Discover nature when there's not another soul nearby, lit only by the stars.
Whether you choose land or water, you're not short of things to do in Florence to get your blood pumping and make some memories in new surroundings that will let you experience Florence and Tuscany at a whole other level.
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