Adventure Travel in Poland: Thrilling Activities for Adrenaline Junkies

You are not exactly right if you think that all you can find in Poland are historical places, old castles, and endless forests. Poland is famous for the above, but with nearly 40 million people living here and millions of tourists visiting yearly, there must be more to do there. Here is a guide to the best ideas for adventure travel in Poland. Hold tight and let’s go.

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Energylandia

Half an hour’s drive from majestic Krakow, there is a place, that all adrenalin junkies love. Energylandia in Zator is an amusement park with slides and rollercoasters that make everyone scream. Mega Roller Coaster Hiperion with a speed of 140 km/h and 80 meters drops is the faster and the tallest in Europe. Only looking at it, raises the adrenaline levels.

And there are more of such busters in there. Zadra, the biggest WOODEN ROLLER COASTER in the world, is another high-adrenaline attraction with a speed of 100 km/h. The park is built of themed sections, extreme, moderate, and easy zones for kids plus those, who don’t like the adrenaline rush so much. This is the number one destination for adrenaline adventure in Poland.

Tickets: One-day pass in high season is at 200 PLN, and a two-day pass is at 360 PLN, full price.

Mountain Climb

Climbing Mountains is one of the activities that bring heart-pounding thrill, and for sure, it is not for everyone. Many peaks in the Polish Tatra Mountains are accessible to all, even children, however, there are mountains, that require equipment, experience, and courage. Rysy, the highest peak of the Polish Tatra Mountains, is one such place. Although no heavy equipment is required there, you need to prepare yourself well for the climb. No prior experience is required, but good health condition is a must.

For a higher adrenaline rush, you can choose to climb such summits as Mnich or Gran Kościelców. Here it is necessary to have equipment, some experience, an excellent fitness level, and a team to go with. There are climbing teams, that organize climb tours, so you can book with them, and climb with professionals. I honestly recommend that, if you are a beginner.

Bungee Jumping

Bungee jumping has been known all over the world for a long time now, and it is not any less popular in Poland. Many places offer this spine-tingling adventure, Krakow has one of the best, and Warsaw offers also a few very good places.

But if you want to go extreme, opt for Dream Tower in Szczecin. It is the highest one in Poland. You get to jump from the top of the industrial freestanding chimney, from a height of 252 meters.

Here is a list of the best bungee jumping places in Poland:

Gdańsk Energa Stadium
Kraków, Grzegórzecki sports club
Wrocław, near the ZOO
Waraszwa, Bungee Jumping “Mario”

Skydiving

When jumping with rope is not enough of an adrenaline rush for you, you can try skydiving. Skydiving is quite popular in Poland, and you can find it in many regions.

Skydiving ranks among the most thrilling extreme sports, and it is a dream for adrenaline junkies and a test of courage for even the boldest individuals. It is accessible to most people, considering the age limitations, and has become very popular in Poland. Through tandem jumps, anyone can experience the sensation of free-falling from several thousand meters above ground, without the requirement for medical checks or completing specialized courses.

Here are the most popular places to go Skydiving in Poland:

Aeroclub Warsaw, Chrcynno Airport (approximately 50 km from Warsaw) – a jump from an altitude of approximately 4000 meters.
Mirosławice Airport, approximately 30 km from Wrocław – a jump from an altitude of approximately 4000 meters.
Aeroclub Wrocław, Szymanów Airport, approximately 15 km from Wrocław – a jump from an altitude of 4000 meters.
Pobiednik Wielki Airport, approximately 25 km from Krakow – a jump from an altitude of 3500 meters
Kobylnica Airport, approximately 10 km from Poznań – a jump from an altitude of 4000 meters.
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The Warmińsko-Mazurski Aero Club, Olsztyn-Dajtki Airport, approximately 5 km from Olsztyn – a jump from an altitude of approximately 3000 meters.
The Rzeszowski Aero Club, Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport, approximately 10 km from Rzeszów – a jump from an altitude of approximately 3500 meters.

The skydiving costs an average of 800-900PLN when tandem skydiving.

Deep Diving

Now this one is a real extreme. Imagine diving into the tube-like swimming pool, that is 45 meters deep. I get goosebumps only by imagining it… Such a thrilling attraction is offered to you, by Deepspot in Mszczonow, near Warsaw.

This attraction is offered for experienced divers, they can try to dive to the bottom, for beginners 12 meters is enough depth. An interesting adventure next to scuba diving, and freediving (diving on held breath) is mermaiding. It is swimming in a mermaid’s uniform with a mermaid’s tail. This attraction is not just for kids.

Deep-diving and scuba diving cost about 430PLN

Kite Surfing

Kitesurfing is increasingly popular in Poland, offering diverse sports for its enthusiasts. It involves riding waves using a kite-powered board. It is dynamic and thrilling, and it gains global popularity. Optimal conditions include light to moderate winds (10-25 knots) and sunny weather. Check forecasts before heading out.

Best Spots:

Hel Peninsula: Known for consistent winds and beginner-friendly beaches.
Jastarnia: Offers strong winds and well-prepared shores.
Rewa: Ideal conditions and kitesurfing schools.
Masurian Lakes: Stunning landscapes with good wind conditions.
Puck: Varied windy conditions, suitable for most of the year.

Lakes for Kitesurfing:

Zegrzyńskie lake
Jamno lake
Żywieckie lake

Whether you are a pro kitesurfer or you’re just beginning, prioritize safety with proper equipment like life jackets and helmets. Learn basic safety rules before starting. Kitesurfing in Poland offers excitement and challenges, but always ensure safety and adhere to local regulations.

Safari And Off Roads

Although, you won’t spot a lion during a safari in Poland, going off-road is still a pulse-pounding experience. If you’re an adrenaline junkie, and you love outdoor adventures, this is it. Poland is a very big country, and many places offer such adventure.

There are going to be places offering a few hours-long safaris, but you will also find many day-long offers, or even a few days long., with sleeping over at different places, a perfect way for adventure travel in Poland.

Best places to go off-road:

The area around Miłomłyn in Masuria is perfect for off-road adventures.
The track in Łęknica offers a specially designed course for off-road driving with cars or quads.
The Royal Trail in Mazovia winds through rural and forest roads. You’ll encounter marshy areas and a stream along the way.
The off-road track in Wisła is a specially designed area for 4×4 vehicle enthusiasts. It offers trails of varying difficulty levels to cater to all skill levels.

The price mainly depends on the conditions, and it ranges from 200 to 500 PLN, for basic offers.

Race Track

Fast cars are fast ways to give yourself a thrill ride. No matter how cool you find it, though, it should never be practiced outside from designated places. An answer to speed lovers is a racetrack. The best racetrack in Poland is located near Poznań.

Fast drive, curves, and long straight ahead, are what fast car drivers love, and all in secure surroundings. This is a professional racetrack, for those who know how to handle a car, and how to race. If you are curious and would like to try, but you are not a professional, opt for smaller tracks. Here is the list of racetracks for beginners:

Modlin Circuit (30 km from Warsaw)
Łódź Circuit (near the Stryków junction on the A2 freeway)
Koszalin Circuit (almost in the very center of the city)
Rising Białystok Circuit (Krywlany airport near Białystok)

Professional Racetracks in Poland:

Poznan Race Track
Kielce Race Track
Slomczyn Race Track
Silesia Ring

Escape Rooms

Escape rooms are a great adventure for friends and families. They are suitable for kids and available in most cities and bigger towns in Poland.

An escape room is a team-based entertainment where players solve puzzles, riddles, and tasks within a time limit. Originally about escaping, now it’s more about uncovering secrets and stories. They come in various themes like horror, adventure, and fantasy, and are inspired by movies, series, myths, books, and games. It’s immersive and suitable for everyone.

The mysteries are usually designed so that the team figures out all of them just before the time runs out. The adrenaline and the tensions in the group go up to the roof, and this is always a fun activity to do for all ages.

Best Escape Rooms in Poland:

Abandoned Hotel -Wroclaw
Dead Man’s Revange – Poznan
Warsaw Uprising – Warsaw
Cicha Noc – Gliwice
Missing – Warsaw

In an escape room, teams have 60 minutes to solve puzzles. If they fail to solve them within this time, they remain trapped in the room and lose the game.

The prices are usually within the range of 200 – 300 PLN.

Sky Walk

A skywalk is another outdoor adventure travel in Poland for a whole family. The spa town of Świeradów-Zdrój (2 hrs drive from Wroclaw) offers a unique experience, a 62-meter tall tower, that takes you to a fantastic above ground. From this beautiful curled-up landmark you get the enjoy the uninterrupted view over the entire river valley, and surrounding mountains. The footbridge is 850 meters long and it twists along the way up, and the climb itself is very interesting.

On the top, you can rest on a drop-shaped net or step out onto a glass platform and experience an unforgettable feeling of floating in the air.

The entry ticket costs about 70 PLN, with discounts for children and bigger groups.