Mallorca is an island of many different landscapes and benefits from a long coastline, so it is no surprise to find that that there are so many and varied opportunities for sports and leisure pursuits.  Imagine getting home and being able to tell the folks about your caving or kayaking adventures – could be the start of a whole new you!

Mallorca mountains, Spain by Luke Wisley

Jet Ski

The coastline of Mallorca means that water based sports can be enjoyed pretty much all year round.  Many people like to travel to Mallorca to indulge in jet skiing, since the waters are generally calm and both novices and experts can get plenty of speed up.  Hire jet ski in Palma through a registered center, as they will have all the necessary licenses and safety checks in place.

Kayaking and diving

The beautifully pure and quiet waters off Mallorca mean that kayaks will glide effortlessly wherever you choose to go, affording priceless views of the coast and the islands beyond.  There are English speaking instructors available if you haven’t taken part before.

You can scuba dive from centers such as Scuba Mallorca, and there are lessons available for beginners.  The experts can take you out to the best diving areas so you can experience the underwater world of Mallorca at its best.

Mallorca Cliffs, Spain by Random_fotos

Rock climbing

Mallorca is a mountainous island and this attracts fans of rock climbing, caving, canyoning and hiking.  Extreme sports experts can act as guides from the major resorts such as Cala Mayor and will transport you up to the best sites, as well as providing instruction where needed.

Golf

Golf is very popular on Mallorca, and the temperate climate means you can play uninterrupted by bad weather.  Don Vida Golf is probably one of the best known 18-hole courses.

Cycling, walking and running

With Olympic champions like Bradley Wiggins favoring Mallorca as a training ground, cycling has really taken off on the island and you can hire decent bikes if bringing your own is not practical.

There are many companies offering walking tours of the island, where you get your bags taken ahead for you, so all you have to worry about is your sun cream and bottle of water.  Some of the cliffs reach over 4000 feet and the views are unmatched by any other island in the vicinity.  While out walking with your expert guide you will see many species of birds and mammals native to Mallorca, then there are the caves and archaeological sites.  If you are very fit or very determined, you can book running tours of the island too, for example around the Serra de Tramuntana.

If you travel to Mallorca (Do you know that the Danes use the term rejser til Mallorca) you will find that it is one amazing place for vacation. You can enjoy the relaxation or get involved in some of the many activities that the island offers to its visitors.

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Oberstdorf is the gateway to the five ski areas (Nebelhorn, Söllereck, Fellhorn / Kanzelwand, Ifen, Walmendingerhorn) which together have “only” 50 km of slopes, but this may just be ideal for a long weekend.

Right above the city rises 2224 metres high mountain of Nebelhorn with the skiing season lasting until May. It is a good place for snowboarders and freestyle enthusiasts. On the other side, six kilometers from the city you can get into the main and largest site of Fellhorn / Kanzelwand that overflows to the Austrian valley Kleinwalsertal. It offers a nice mix of shorter and longer rugged trails with modern comfortable lifts.

Söllereck and Ifen offers rather easier descents and are suitable especially for families with children. The smallest of the local centres is Walmendingerhorn primarily offering a unique experience of skiing in deep snow.

Oberstdorf is naturally very attractive, from Nebelhorn you can enjoy amazing views of 400 Alpine peaks.

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Fares are different in each of five centres, e.g. one-day ski pass to Nebelhorn will cost €37.50 for adults and €14 for children. In the centre of Ifen you will pay €32 for adults and €14 for children.

Oberstdorf ski resort offers all kinds of services at the highest level including spa and wellness activities, rich cultural program and great restaurants and bars. Right on the slopes you will find children’s areas, fun parks, several snowboard parks and a range of extreme sports. Practically under each lift you will find parking place, but you can travel by skibus for free. In addition, a resort offers the longest downhill slope in Germany.

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It is perhaps mistakenly called water park, because in addition to all kinds of aquatic attractions you can find also the animation programs (such as Latin-American dance, diving lessons, water spinning), or even a gym, bungee jump, climbing wall. There are several thematic attractions – FUNNY LAND for kids, Hemingway port, great acrobatic shows at the 30 m long pirate ship.

In short – it makes no sense to describe all of the largest Italian aquapark in this article. If you want to know more about how to spend time here, we recommend to check out the interactive map at the park official website.

Aqualandia Water Park is open daily from May to September from 10:00 to 18:00.

Admission:
Children up to 100 cm – FREE
Children up to 140 cm – €23
Adults – €27
Adults over 60 years – €23

Admission only for the afternoon (2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Children up to 140 cm – €19
Adults – €23

All attractions except bungee jumping are included in the price.

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