Trekking, climbing, abseiling, kayaking and more – tipsters reveal the ups and downs of their intrepid active holidays Guardian readers Fri 29 Dec 2023 07.00 GMT 54 Climb and kayak in the Aegean Check out the village of Elena on Kalymnos in the Aegean, which is within walking distance of the climbing crags. You can enjoy an amazing breakfast in a lovely apartment here before you set off, too. Masouri, a resort village, is close and is full of climbers. I recommend renting a kayak for a day trip to the nearby island of Telendos – with additional climbing and seafood restaurants. It’s a spectacular place, a real gem. Eva A campervan to Norway’s fjords Family vacation travel RV, holiday trip in motorhome Norway A campervan is handy for getting off the beaten path. Photograph: cookelma/Getty Images I recommend renting a campervan and driving around the Norwegian fjords. It’s the most scenic and cost-effective way to see the country. Flåm, Geirangerfjord and the Atlantic Ocean road are all stunning, and there are plenty more gems to be found off the beaten path. A summer trip can offer swimming in the fjords and trips to snowy glaciers – there’s also the light of the midnight sun! Antony A bit of adventure on the way to the beach, Albania Gjipe Beach Gjipe Beach is 10 miles up the coast from Himarë. Photograph: Sinenkiy/Getty Images Adventure to Himarë in southern Albania. Stay at Sun Bakers hostel, get up early, and ask the staff to take you to the “hidden” beaches. Take a packed lunch and wear sturdy footwear, as a little bit of abseiling is required. On solid ground, take in the vista and swim if you fancy it. It’s not a long walk back to the hostel, so you can safely stay until sunset. Cool off with a pint of Birra Tirana upon your return – you deserve nothing less!