Aberdyfi, Wales
Unforgettable experiences since 2017.
21 Jun 2026
Eliminator Aberdyfi
13 Sep 2026
Dyfi Aquathlon 26KM
13 Sep 2026
The Dyfi 13km Swim
First held as a race in 2017, this is a very special point to point tidal swim journey from coast to mountain, sea to river. At 13km this is the longest estuary swim race in the UK.
Note it is significantly harder than The Hurly Burly and Dart 10K swims. A minimum swim speed of 3.2km/h is required.
Note it is significantly harder than The Hurly Burly and Dart 10K swims. A minimum swim speed of 3.2km/h is required.
The Dyfi 13km swim will take part alongside the Dyfi Aquathlon event.
Dyfi Aquathlon GPX
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Near the 8km mark of the Dyfi 13km swim
The Run Detail
TBA 2026
Beat The Tide 4KM Swim
SIMPLY THE BEST!
It's not really about beating the tide, it's about working the tide! Simply the best 4km swim.
Peter took part in Beat The Tide 4km, 2023, and kindly emailed in his thoughts on the challenge:
"I am 41 and have had a desk job and otherwise been sedentary for the last 20 years. Entering and training for a 4km swim to meet the race requirements has been a heady mix of rewarding, challenging, fun and somewhat life changing.
I've made friends at local outdoor swimming lakes, lost weight, improved flexibility, ... I realised about a month ago that I was going to be able to complete the swim which meant that I was able to relax and really enjoy the training and subsequently the race. I had a super time on the day which has really come across on the photos.
I'll be swimming with you again as soon as I can. I have started training for a long swim and am really hoping a 2024 Dyfi 13km will be a thing.
Thanks again for organising and putting together such an enjoyable day."
"I am 41 and have had a desk job and otherwise been sedentary for the last 20 years. Entering and training for a 4km swim to meet the race requirements has been a heady mix of rewarding, challenging, fun and somewhat life changing.
I've made friends at local outdoor swimming lakes, lost weight, improved flexibility, ... I realised about a month ago that I was going to be able to complete the swim which meant that I was able to relax and really enjoy the training and subsequently the race. I had a super time on the day which has really come across on the photos.
I'll be swimming with you again as soon as I can. I have started training for a long swim and am really hoping a 2024 Dyfi 13km will be a thing.
Thanks again for organising and putting together such an enjoyable day."
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Live Webcam
Aberdyfi webcam is back up and running, big thanks to Dovey Yacht Club and Aberdyfi Advertising & Improvements Committee. Also check out the Visit Aberdyfi page for daily photos of current conditions and hidden gems in and around the village.
Sea Temperature
Check out the latest sea temperature for the mouth of the Dyfi Estuary, on an incoming tide.
PHOTOS 2022
Feel free to download and share.
Feel free to download and share.
RESULTS 2022
High resolution photos are available from Evan Davies Photography here.
Start of The Dyfi 13km, 2022
Accommodation
You are coming to visit a beautiful part of the UK and there are plenty of options to make your stay here a memorable one. The Penhelig Hotel, The Britannia Inn and The Dovey Inn offer Hotel accommodation within 5 mins walk from registration. The Treffedian Hotel is 10 mins walk away.
ABERDYFI CAMPING
Tyddyn Rhys Farm has basic camping with stunning views over Cardigan Bay, 10 mins walk to registration. Also check out the all new Dyfi Wild Camping around 3km from the village.
Accommodation a little further out:
Further visitor information: aberdovey.org.uk
ABERDYFI CAMPING
Tyddyn Rhys Farm has basic camping with stunning views over Cardigan Bay, 10 mins walk to registration. Also check out the all new Dyfi Wild Camping around 3km from the village.
Accommodation a little further out:
- The Old Vicarage B & B
- The Tyn Y Cornel Hotel
- Smuggler's Cove
- Nyth Robin Campsite
- Gwern Iago Campsite
- Vaenol Caravan & Camping
- Dyfi Adventure Campsite
Further visitor information: aberdovey.org.uk
Charity Fundraising
The coffee & cake morning hosted by Dovey Yacht Club on 1st Oct, raised £708 for Macmillan Cancer Support, thank you for helping to make it such a successful morning.
All finishers of the Dyfi 13km received a hand painted rock made by the team from Aberdovey Rock Shop. 100% of their work is dedicated to the fundraising efforts of local woman Jan Jeffrey who is currently carrying out her charity work in Losotho, Africa - read about Jan's work here. The Dyfi 13km raised £300 towards Jan's charity work.
The start of The Dyfi 13km, 2022
THE TAFOL TUMBLE 8KM
Starting form Aberdyfi beach swim all the way to a pebbly beach where the River Tafol joins the Dyfi Estuary. Here you will "tumble-turn" and swim back to Aberdyfi, your tumble will coincide with the turning of the tide, more or less! A total of 8km.
We provide expert guiding for small groups on The Tafol Tumble route, and on the "Hurly Burly" route on the Mawddach estuary.
Starting form Aberdyfi beach swim all the way to a pebbly beach where the River Tafol joins the Dyfi Estuary. Here you will "tumble-turn" and swim back to Aberdyfi, your tumble will coincide with the turning of the tide, more or less! A total of 8km.
We provide expert guiding for small groups on The Tafol Tumble route, and on the "Hurly Burly" route on the Mawddach estuary.
The final 200m of The Dyfi 13km
