Picturesque little villages reflected in the clear waters of the lake, enchanting landscapes, unspoiled nature, and authentic flavours. Lake Garda is a place just waiting to be discovered. If you are thinking of enjoying a few days of relaxation on the shores of Lake Garda to take a break from everyday life, you have certainly chosen the perfect destination. In this marvelous area, you can choose from many activities that will help you get to know the lake better and experience a unique holiday. So here are five small suggestions of experiences to do on Lake Garda that will make you enjoy the lake from a new perspective: let’s go!
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1. Get in touch with nature with a horse ride
For those who want to spend a day in contact with nature, a horse ride is an experience not to be missed. Surrounded by green lakeside landscapes, you will cross plains and hillsides that offer unique panoramic views of the lake.
It is an activity suitable for everyone. Both experts and beginners can participate: an instructor will always be present along the route and will also guide you to discover small secret eye-enchanting corners.
Usually, at the end of the ride, there is a convivial moment where you can taste typical local dishes, local products, and native wines.
Many riding stables organise this activity throughout the lake area. All you have to do is choose the one closest to your accommodation and set off on a regenerating horseback ride!
2. Discover the lake from a new perspective with a sailing tour
Have you ever experienced the feeling of freedom that waves and wind can give you? Then this is the right opportunity to experience a sailing tour on Lake Garda.
If you have decided to spend a weekend at the lake, an experience that is sure to give you a mix of excitement and fun is a small boat trip. Along the shores of Lake Garda, you will find many marinas that organise boat trips every day. You don’t need to be an expert: during the tour, there will be a skipper who will steer the boat and take you to explore the shores of the west or east side of the lake.
In this way you can experience the lake from a new and different perspective, admiring the towns along the shores of the lake from an angle that would be enviable to anyone.
3. A fun, vintage-style experience: the Vespa ride
Motorbike enthusiasts and more adventurous souls can choose a fun, vintage-style experience. We are talking about a tour in the saddle of the legendary Vespa!
Evocative alleys and spectacular corners: thanks to the comfort of a two-wheeler, you can get anywhere and enjoy discovering enchanted and uncrowded places where you can stop to enjoy the view and take a few photos.
If you are interested in this experience and you are in the surroundings of Peschiera del Garda you can turn to Rent Garda Lake to rent a Vespa in all comfort and set off on an adventure. To discover the area of Lake Garda at 360 degrees and experience a sensorial day, you can rely on the organised tours of Rent Garda Lake where gastronomic stops are combined with panoramic routes for an unforgettable day.
4. Dive into the torrents with canyoning!
Are you a sporty person or an adrenaline junkie? Then here’s the right thrill to give your holiday an adventurous twist. We’re talking about canyoning, a sport involving rock and water.
Equip yourself with a wetsuit, harness, and case, and explore the most beautiful natural canyons of Garda between dives, slides, and rope descents. This is a walking route in rivers with little water flow, where you can observe natural pools, gorges carved into the rock, and small waterfalls surrounded by evocative views.
Lake Garda offers many routes, and many accommodation facilities organise outings with professional mountain guides. Find the one closest to your location and set off on this fun adventure in the company of your friends!
5. Panoramic cable car Malcesine - Monte Baldo to admire the lake from above.
Admiring Lake Garda from above? A truly marvellous experience where, at an altitude of almost 1,800 metres, the blue hues of the lake meet the blue tints of the sky, all enhanced by a backdrop of delicate greenery. This is what awaits you when you take the panoramic cable car that connects Malcesine with Monte Baldo.
Once at the top you can take a regenerating walk, opt for a more challenging trekking route, or just indulge in the sweet pleasures of food, tasting some specialties and sipping a glass of wine enjoying the most beautiful panoramic view ever.
In conclusion
The lake is a multifaceted area that offers different activities perfect for every individual: from the most peaceful and calm to the most adventurous and adrenalin-pumping. A panoply of experiences are waiting for you on Lake Garda: all you have to do is pick the one that suits your idea of the perfect holiday most! A piece of advice to kick off? Start with an exploratory tour on a Vespa: contact Rent Garda Lake for every detail!
