Outdoor Activity on a Spanish Holiday

A traveler can choose from the list of diverse options for adventure sports available in Spain. Rock climbers and trekkers can enjoy some adrenaline pumping action by taking part in rock climbing and hill walking expeditions available in the following areas: atones, La Pedriza, Galayos, Muntanyes de Prades, Villarejo, and Riglos.

Fishing is another wealthy sport on offer for the large Carp and Barbel in the lakes and rivers. Cantabrian Range drains around 25 rivers, which are intersected by salmon, offering great sports and awesome eating. There are around 60 fishing reserves or more in the, Las Villas, Cazorta, Sierra Nevada and Segura Nature Parks. One of the popular sports is fishing in the salt water and there are many local competitions for catching Bluefish, Swordfish, Mackerel, Sea bass and big Pampino are held in late summers when the Tuna are also very plentiful. Underwater fishing is banned with scuba equipments unless license is obtained from local authorities.

Rowing and canoeing is another sport for willing tourists who can obtain canoes and kayaks for rent on any lakes and rivers in Spain. The river Guadalquivir is suitable for sailing with the Marinas at Seville and Gelves. Spanish sailors are acknowledged worldwide for their professionalism and brilliance at sailing. The Canary Islands, which are located at the source of trade winds, offer the most viable point of departure for transatlantic sailing. The Bay of Palma and the Bay of Cabiz are both renowned for the best regatta sites and Tarifa are counted as one of the favorite windsurfing spots in the world.

Skiing resorts are another must visit for any tourist during the winter months. Spain offers six different zones suitable for skiing. They offer modern technical resources and are well equipped to meet all leisure and entertainment needs too. The most famous among these skiing destinations are: The Catalan Pyrenees, Aragonese Pyrenees, Cantabrian Mountains and the Iberian and Central Range.