Recreations & Entertainment

As part of DIBEST, several micro‑enterprises offer unique experiences, ranging from cultural activities such as historical tours to more active adventures like cycling excursions, as well as unforgettable moments on — and even under — the sea. These diverse experiences allow visitors to explore the region in inspiring ways.

Cultural Activities

Ferme Saint-Vaast – Fibre de Lin

FRANCE

La Ferme de Saint Vaast is a flax-producing farm that also welcomes visitors in French, English, and German to discover flax cultivation and its transformation process. We also host corporate groups by organizing their events on-site.

Contact

m.lefevre@fermesaintvaast.com

Galway Trails

IRELAND

Explore the heart and history of Galway with stimulating walking tours led by Jim Ward, an experienced Fáilte Ireland – Irish Tourist Board Regional Tour Guide and native of the city.

Contact

jim@galwaytrails.ie

Mellor con Guía

SPAIN

Official tourism guide of Galicia. The company offers guided tours at various locations in Redondela, including the island of San Simón.

Contact

hola@mellorconguia.com

Ornavik – Viking Center

FRANCE

Ornavik Park is an experimental archaeology site in Normandy. It brings together volunteers, experts, schools and social programs to reconstruct history through ongoing building projects and the development of an interpretation center, fostering meaningful encounters and hands‑on learning.

Contact

charlotte.lapiche@ornavik.fr

Panda Motion

FRANCE

Panda Motion is a Normandy‑based company offering fun, eco‑friendly outdoor escape games and guided tours along the coast. It showcases maritime heritage through immersive, accessible experiences that combine sustainable tourism, social inclusion, and digital innovation.

Contact

gaetan@pandamotion.fr

Petits meurtres entre amis

FRANCE

Petits meurtres entre amis designs immersive investigations for team-building events, thrilling murder mystery parties, and offbeat guided tours across Normandy.

Contact

contact@petitsmeurtresentreamis.com

The great Inishowen & Derry tour experience

IRELAND

The Great Inishowen & Derry Tour offers guided experiences either as ride‑along or on‑site visits, as well as cycle tours led by a Cycle Ireland–certified ride leader along the Inishowen‑to‑Derry Greenway.

Contact

petermullan1@gmail.com

Faro Story Spot

PORTUGAL

Located in the heart of Vila Adentro beside the Cathedral, Faro Story Spot offers an immersive multimedia journey through the city’s history, the Ria Formosa ecosystem, and the Mediterranean Diet. Blending culture, gastronomy, and fun, it provides a memorable experience for all ages.

Contact: info@farostoryspot.pt

Maritime & Sport Activities

AlboránPlus

SPAIN

AlboránPlus offers innovation and technology services in the blue economy, with a strong focus on tourism. One project, created with Costasol Cruceros, uses 3D‑printed devices that allow blind and deaf visitors to fully access and enjoy the tourism experience.

Contact

tomas@alboranplus.eu

Aqua Terra Boat Tours

IRELAND

Aqua Terra Boat Tours is a family‑run company on Valentia Island. They share the Skellig Coast’s history, wildlife and stories through immersive tours, blending passion, sustainability and adventure to create unforgettable experiences in Ireland’s only marine park.

Contact

info@kerryaquaterra.ie

Be Surf School

PORTUGAL

Be Surf School is more than a surf school in Portugal. They embody a lifestyle that connects people, nature and the ocean, guiding students through empowering surf programs that spark confidence, inspire growth and shape meaningful, lifelong surf journeys.

Contact

beatriz@besurf.pt

Blue Xperiences

PORTUGAL

Blue Xperience is a nature and adventure tourism company offering surf, stand up paddle and guided kayak or SUP tours to the Benagil caves. They are expanding to Vilamoura Marina with charter trips focused on marine life and cave exploration.

Contact

info@bluexperiences.pt

Costasol Cruceros

SPAIN

Costasol Cruceros specializes in maritime activities on the Costa del Sol, combining passenger navigation with cetacean observation. They promote environmental education, operate two accessible vessels with professional crews, and maintain Blue Flag certification for sustainable management.

Contact

info@costasolcruceros.com

Dingle Sea Safari

IRELAND

Dingle Sea Safari invites visitors to explore Dingle’s dramatic coastline on their top‑rated Sea Safari Rib Experience, encountering towering cliffs, seals, sea caves and, with luck, puffins, whales or dolphins, creating an unforgettable marine adventure along Ireland’s wild Atlantic edge.

Contact

dingleseasafari@gmail.com

Diztinta Paintball Campus

PORTUGAL

Diztinta Paintball Campus delivers adrenaline, teamwork and pure fun in original, safe and sustainable environments, creating dynamic group activities, themed events and local partnerships

Contact

distinta.geral@gmail.com

EcoAlga

PORTUGAL

With Ecoalga, visitors can explore local marine life through seasonal diving trips in Sines or Porto Covo, try winter sport fishing or spearfishing, enjoy a guided first dive near Pessegueiro Island, and even experience underwater wine tasting at the unique “Adega do Mar.”

Contact

ecoalga@gmail.com

Grassroutes Bike Hire

IRELAND

Grassroutes Bike Hire, based in Glenveagh National Park, is a social enterprise making cycling accessible to all. Offering electric, hybrid, kids’ and adaptive bikes, plus delivery and route maps, it provides an eco‑friendly way to explore the area while reinvesting profits locally.

Contact

maireadgiles@grassroutes.ie

Gweedore Adventures

IRELAND

Explore Donegal’s natural beauty with ease on our top-quality eBike rentals and tours, journey from beaches on the Wild Atlantic Way through forest tracks with spectacular views of the Derryveagh mountains and into the mystical Poison Glen.

Contact

info@gweedoreadventures.com

Hike Time in Portugal

PORTUGAL

Led by passionate nature guides, Hike Time Portugal explores the wild beauty of the Southwest Alentejo and Vicentine Coast. From dramatic landscapes to rich flora, fauna, geology, and village heritage, each hike offers a unique, immersive way to discover the region.

Contact

geral@hiketime.pt

Killarney Riding Stables

IRELAND

Killarney Riding Stables offers 1‑, 2‑, and 3‑hour scenic rides in Killarney National Park for all riding levels, along with full‑day trail adventures on the Ring of Kerry.

Contact

info@killarneyridingstables.com

Mar Ilimitado

PORTUGAL

Mar Ilimitado is a Sagres‑based tourism and marine research initiative led by marine biologists. They use wildlife‑watching trips to collect scientific data, promote conservation, raise environmental awareness and support responsible tourism through dolphin, seabird and coastal observation experiences.

Contact

hello@marilimitado.com

Morrison Tours

IRELAND

Morrion Tours offers relaxed, tailored guided walks and mountain hikes across County Kerry. From gentle riverside strolls for families to summit adventures with friends, we shape each outing to your pace and interests, creating memorable experiences for every group.

Contact

info@morrisontours.ie

Mundo Marino Catamarán

SPAIN

Mundo Marino Catamarán offers sailing and motor‑catamaran tours along the Mediterranean coast, creating memorable experiences for travellers, teams, and event organisers.

Contact

finanzas@mundomarino.es

National Surf Centre

IRELAND

The National Surf Centre Strandhill offers modern changing, shower and locker facilities, three surf schools, a surf club and a bespoke retail space. With training areas, coastal views and sea or land activities, it delivers memorable ocean‑inspired experiences for every visitor.

Contact

wave@nationalsurfcentre.ie

Northshore

FRANCE

Northshore is a surf school offering lessons and equipment rental for surfing and stand up paddleboarding. They welcome individuals and groups on a natural, unspoiled beach, home to the Cotentin’s most beautiful wave, where they have been based since 2022.

Contact

contact@northshore-school.com

Novojet

SPAIN

Novojet is a nautical activities company located in Sancti Petri, Chiclana, providing services to schools, training programs, hotels, businesses, and individuals since 2000.

Contact

mgarat@novojet.net

Palmira Scuba

SPAIN

Palmira Scuba is dedicated to exploring the underwater world, introducing divers to both the technical and organizational sides of diving. As one of Galicia’s top dive centers, it offers fully equipped facilities for an exceptional diving experience

Contact skatebrothersacademy@gmail.com

Quest and Thrive

IRELAND

Quest and Thrive specialises in delivering diverse wellness experiences, offering festival wellness zones, bespoke retreats, corporate wellness events, and standalone wellness days. It creates immersive, meaningful wellness moments that align with each event’s identity and leave a lasting impact on participants.

Contact

questandthrive@gmail.com

Rebelle Surf

IRELAND

Rebelle Surf offer fun filled surf experiences with experienced surf coaches. The school is located at the National Surf Centre Strandhill with swanky facilities and world class waves. Experience the captivating art of surfing. 

Contact

rebellesurf@gmail.com

Skatebrothers Academy

PORTUGAL

Skatebrothers is a skate school aims to grow the community, support personal development through skateboarding and create events and competitions that expand the sport’s visibility and practice, inspiring skaters of all ages.

Contact skatebrothersacademy@gmail.com

The Talent Sea

SPAIN

The Talent Sea organises teambuilding and corporate retreats for companies from Spain or abroad. These events promote year‑round cultural and sustainable tourism, supporting local health, wellness and sports providers beyond the summer season.

Contact

info@thetalentsea.com

Triskauga SC

SPAIN

TRISKAUGA SC offers accommodation at Camping Rianxo with bungalows, campsites, and glamping near the beach. Through TURNAUGA Active Tourism, they provide rafting, hydrospeed, canyoning, kayaking, and more across Galicia and northern Portugal.

Contact

triskauga@gmail.com