Wherever you choose for your accommodation in Zakynthos, you can be
sure that a wide variety of recreation facilities will be available to
help keep your holiday in Zante interesting and active.
The receptions of most hotels and studio accommodation in Zakynthos
will provide you with some information about trips in Zakynthos, as well
as car hire options. Nevertheless, it is a good idea to have a read of
Explore Zakynthos before you leave, to decide exactly what activities
you want to do to make the most of your holiday in Zante.
Rent a bicycle to see the island of Zante
Discover the natural charm of the Zakynthian countryside on a
bicycle. You’ll find bikes for hire in all the main resorts and from
many resort hotels.
Cycling is a fantastic recreational activity in Zante as you get to
see the island at a slow pace, take everything in, and stop off at the
most charming places along the way. Always wear a helmet for safety.
Take a Scuba Diving Lesson
A very popular holiday activity in Zakynthos is scuba diving. Many
tourists enjoy a lesson, adding a bit of adventure in the sea to their
holiday in Zante.
The scuba diving schools in Zakynthos put a tank on your back to
ensure you get a great underwater view of the Zakynthian world. The main
schools are in St. Nicholas beach in Vasilikos and in Keri beach in the
South West of the island. They all have licensed instructors ready to
teach you the ropes.
Water Sports Galore in Zakynthos
Another fun recreational activity in Zante is water sports. You are
spoilt for choice with a variety of water sport activities in Zakynthos.
You can refine your balance and agility on a windsurfer or take a trip
around the bay on a pedalo. Kids always love the banana ride bouncing
along in the sparkling seas!
Start Sailing in the Greek Islands
A very exclusive activity available in Zante is sailing. You can tour
around the island of Zakynthos, with docks available in Zakynthos Town,
Laganas, Alykes and Limni Keri.
There are also a number of opportunities to rent a sailing boat
privately for just a day with a captain supplie, this way you can enjoy
your own private tour of Zante Island without the stress of taking the
wheel.
Enjoy a game of tennis in Zante
Not many of the hotels in Zakynthos provide tennis courts, but there
is a great tennis club in Zakynthos which you are welcome to use for a
game of tennis on holiday in Zante. You can even book professional
tennis coaching sessions if you are keen.
There are also three free courts in Zante Town, right on the
waterfront, on the Krioneri Road. You can turn up and play here if the
courts are free, and there is a chalk board to book a court in advance.
Hiking and walking on holiday in Zakynthos
Depending on which region you are about to explore in Zakynthos, you
will soon discover that Zante has a variety of terrain, from peaceful
bays and beaches, to steep cliffs and mountains, all of which are quite
easy to explore when hiking.
There are many hiking paths in Zakynthos,
our favourite being the Gerekas trail around in the Southern Vasilikos
region. The mountain villages of Kilomeno, Keri and Maherado are ideal
for exploring, with pretty views and villages where you can stop and
enjoy local hospitality while out and about.
Horse riding in
Zakynthos
A favourite recreational activity with many tourists on holiday in
Zante is an afternoon horse riding through the countryside. There is
quite a variety of horse riding farms around Zakynthos, close to all of
the main resorts.
Horse riding in Zante provides a really adventurous recreational
activity, with beautiful views over Zante. Riding horses in Zakynthos
helps you explore routes through the woods and olive groves where you
can catch a glimpse of parts of Zakynthos island that most tourists
don't get to see.
Gym Workouts on holiday in Zante
Many of the larger hotels will provide basic gym facilities where you
can work out during your holiday. Alternatively, if you are looking for
a gym workout while in Zakynthos, ladies can visit Silhouette Gym, on
the river in Zakynthos Town, where you can pay by the hour for a class,
or to use the gym equipment. Telephone 26950 27502
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