Move, Recharge, and Explore Throughout Bermuda’s Natural Playground

Sometimes a place simply inspires you to get out and get going! Bermuda’s pink sands, cliffs and caves, brilliant blue waters, and intoxicatingly fresh air—all within easy reach of major East Coast cities—are irresistible invitations to adventures that will be with you forever. Or in the words of Marcus George, the island’s upbeat radio personality and fitness advocate known as DJ Chubb: “Move your body, move your soul!” 

Why not ease into it slowly, with a spectacular beach walk? You can stroll on four of Bermuda’s best by following the South Shore Trail, which leads over sand dunes and rock formations from renowned Horseshoe Bay Beach to intimate pink-sand Chaplin Bay Beach, then to secluded Jobson’s Cove with its vertical rock walls, before ending at Warwick Long Bay Beach, where you can reward your efforts by sunbathing or snorkeling.

Or explore the winding trail and footpaths at Spittal Pond Nature Reserve. It was here that the survivors of a Portuguese shipwreck found dry land—the first known human visitors to Bermuda. Today’s visitors will find coastal panoramas, a serene wetland, and a bounty of wildlife to observe, from skinks to colorful butterflies and a bevy of birds.

Walkers, runners, and cyclists will all enjoy Bermuda’s Railway Trail, 18 scenic miles of track that once felt the wheels of “Old Rattle and Shake,” the train that for decades was the primary means of cross-island transportation. If completing the whole path seems daunting, you’ll find the most dramatic views on the stretch across the north shore.

When you’re ready for a shot of adrenaline, take the plunge—literally—at Admiralty House Park. Once the site of a residence for admirals in the British Royal Navy, the park includes Clarence Cove, where a favorite locals’ activity is to jump from the jagged cliffs above the quiet beach into a sparklingly blue lagoon. Thanks to the depth of the water, the leap is safe, and swimmers can emerge through a limestone cave. 

If you’d rather follow the locals’ lead onshore, take a bite out of a loquat. Picking the juicy yellow-orange fruits and eating them fresh from the trees that line Bermuda’s roads is a beloved tradition here in the winter season. In February and March, you can peel one and suck on the pulp or pop one in your mouth and spit out the seeds. Loquats are a national icon, pictured on souvenirs and contributing to recipes for everything from jams and jellies to chutneys, cakes, and even liqueurs, so be sure to sample those too.

Juiced for more excitement? Bermuda’s turquoise seas harbor a wealth of sights—or, more precisely, dive sites. The 200 square miles of surrounding coral reefs proved rough for mariners, but divers now reap the benefits with some 300 shipwrecks to explore, from the 192-foot American schooner Constellation that sank during World War II to the Mary Celestia, a Civil War era paddle-wheeler. 

As Jamari Douglas, vice president of marketing, PR, and communications of the Bermuda Tourism Authority, notes, however, “Bermuda doesn’t just challenge you physically—it resets you. It’s a place where adventure and tranquility coexist in perfect balance.”

Along with the enticing list of energizing activities, there are other ways to recharge one’s personal batteries . . . by seeking holistic and wellness experiences. What could be more restorative, for example, than early morning yoga on the pink sands of Elbow Beach? Or even yoga on a paddleboard?

If you want to participate with others, yoga, movement, sound, meditation, and holistic therapies are the specialty of Treehouse Bermuda in Hamilton, where healing is a “communal experience,” note islanders Tiffany Paynter and Caitlin Conyers, who established the space in 2024. 

As for massages, facials, and other therapies, treatments with ingredients inspired by the island are on offer at Bermuda’s luxe hotel spas, like Sense Spa at Rosewood Bermuda, The Sisley Spa at The Loren at Pink Beach, or Exhale Spa at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club. Ocean Spa at Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa is home to the Aquarian Baths, where the whirlpools help to release all tension and stress. Perhaps the ultimate Bermudian spot for a massage, though, is the Natura Spa at Grotto Bay Beach Resort, which takes place in a subterranean limestone cavern, where you can stare into the crystalline waters as you feel your muscles relax.

For a truly exclusive way to commune with nature, you can stay at Hawkins private island, with its pristine beach and 25 acres of unspoiled woodland. There are trails to follow and azure seas to swim in, while you and your family or friends enjoy the villa and guesthouse, with meals provided by a private chef.

Whether you want to challenge your physical limits or slow down and take a deep breath, Bermuda is a place that renews the mind, body, and soul.