True Adventure is a tourist agency specialised in alternative tourism, organising all kind of outdoor trips, adventure holidays in Greece and all around the world.
Our office is located in Volos, an Olympic City in the games of 2004 in Greece, at the base of Mount Pelion. Volos (ancient name: Iolkos) is the place where the Argonauts started their mythic journey from, in order to bring back the Golden Fleece and where the famous Centaurs (half men-half horses, according to Greek mythology) used to live.
Pelion, is a hidden gem lying somewhere between Athens and Thessaloniki just waiting to be explored. With over 70 villages spread across the Pelion peninsula, from traditional mountainous villages to seaside fishing settlements.
Pelion is an all-year-round destination with so many things to do and see. So here we are to help you explore this fantastic nature, that people from all around the world have loved, with our team and our equipment.
True Adventure focuses on experiences and adventure activities in nature, both in mountain and sea. Adventures that anyone can do all year round, from skiing the Greek mountains to sailing the crystal clean waters. We love travelling and exploring nature by hiking, rock climbing, paddling and sailing.
Our programs are organised by experienced and distinguished professionals, well known for their achievements.
We visit places where only a few people have dared to visit before, in unique destinations, experiencing the true beauty of nature and the spirit of mother earth. From the top of the mountains, all around the world until the striking beaches of Greece with the mesmerising blue waters in the summer at seaside villages.
George – Apostolos Raios was born in Volos in 1989 and is based in Agria, Magnesia. He is a Physical Education Teacher, specialized in Skiing, Outdoor Sports, and Sports Management, and a certified Outdoor Activities Guide.
He has extensive experience in mountaineering, ski touring, rock climbing, sea kayaking, mountain biking, trekking, and expedition leadership, with a strong focus on safety, risk management, and high guiding standards. He is a member of the British Canoeing Union (BCU), the Hellenic Alpine Club of Volos, and Mountain Leader Greece.
George has led and participated in high-altitude and international expeditions, including the Himalayas, Aconcagua, Kilimanjaro, Mount Kenya, the Alps, and the Caucasus. His guiding philosophy combines technical expertise, sustainability, and a refined adventure approach, offering authentic and well-designed experiences for small groups and private clients.
Christos Papageorgiou is a native of Agria, born in 1985. He graduated from the Merchant Marine Captain’s Academy and works as a Merchant Marine Captain in ocean shipping. He is a BCU-certified sea kayaker and an outdoor enthusiast, with extensive experience in international mountaineering expeditions, having summited numerous mountains worldwide.
He is a member of the BCU and the Hellenic Alpine Club of Volos. His activities include survival expeditions, ultra-trail races, triathlons, sport climbing, and high-altitude mountaineering across multiple continents. He also has significant sea passage experience in demanding regions such as the Patagonian straits and polar ice areas.
Evanthia Bellou was born in Athens and lives between Athens and Volos, with the sea always being her natural home. A Marine Biologist with a deep-rooted love for nature, she is dedicated to creating and delivering educational programs that foster meaningful connections between people and the natural world.Through her work, she combines scientific knowledge with experiential learning, designing activities and journeys for all ages that take place both on land and at sea. Traveling across the Aegean Sea, she invites participants to explore marine and coastal ecosystems, cultivating curiosity, environmental awareness, and a sense of respect for natureHer approach is grounded in hands-on experience, exploration, and storytelling, bridging science and adventure to inspire a deeper understanding of the natural environment and our relationship with it.
Born in 1986, Georgios Kyriakos has built his life around movement, nature, and adventure. With a degree in Sports Science and Physical Education, and a specialization in maximizing athletic performance, he began his career as a fitness coach and personal trainer to climbing, football and handball teams. Yet his true calling has always been outdoors, where the mountains, rivers, and cliffs became both his playground and his classroom. For many years, Georgios has guided children and adults through camps and outdoor expeditions, introducing them to hiking, climbing, kayaking, and archery. His approach blends technical skill with a deep respect for nature, inspiring confidence in those who follow him into the wild. In winter, he shifts seamlessly to snow-covered slopes, teaching skiing and snowboarding on Mount Pelion, where he has spent over a decade helping others discover the exhilaration of winter sports. Climbing, however, is at the heart of his journey. Whether scaling rock faces, balancing on a highline, or skiing across untouched terrain, Georgios thrives in the challenge of pushing limits and embracing risk with discipline and care. His free time is devoted to exploring mountains with friends, chasing the harmony between human endurance and the raw beauty of nature. Georgios embodies the spirit of adventure: a guide, a teacher, and a lifelong student of the outdoors. His story is one of passion, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of the heights — both literal and personal.
