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Guide to Costa Calida


	Activities in and around the Mar Menor The exceptional year-round climate (320 days of sun) is ideal for discovering this beautiful region of Spain. With a diversity of stunning landscapes and natural spaces, the region of Murcia offers endless possibilities for outdoor pursuits and many different sports and activities. - All along the coast and in the inland areas, you will find many interesting walking routes. - Cyclists can take advantage of the warm climate and extensive network of roads and trails for both mountain and road biking. - Other popular activities in the area include horse riding, rock climbing and diving. - Two Seas: bordered by the blue Mediterranean, the coast of the region of Murcia boasts endless sandy beaches and spectacular scenery. And then there is the Mar Menor, Europe's largest saltwater lagoon, a delight for water sports enthusiasts. Watersports Covering an area of some 180 square kilometres, the Mar Menor is Europe's largest saltwater lagoon, surrounded by golden sandy beaches. This unique setting has everything you need for water sports: great weather, a constant breeze, warm, calm and shallow waters (less than seven metres at the deepest point)... all of which explain why it is considered one of Europe's best watersport destinations. Sailing & Wind Surfing If you would like to learn to sail while on holiday there are two main sailing schools in the area: Pro-Vela in Los Alcazares or Aqua Adicta in Mar de Cristal. Both offer rental and tuition and can be booked via the Independent Activity Centre at La Manga Club (www.abclamanga.com). Pro-Vela is the only RYA recognised dinghy sailing school on the Mar Menor. Pro-Vela offers dinghy rental and tuition (beginner to advanced) and has a wide selection of craft, including Laser SB3 keelboats, Laser, Laser Bahia and RS QBa dinghies and the high performance Bladerider. Check the details at www.pro-vela.com. Aqua Adicta is based in Mar de Cristal, only a 10 minute drive from La Manga Club. They offer dinghy, windsurf and kayak rental, dinghy and windsurf tuition, and the very popular kayak excursions on the Mar Menor. The range of craft includes Laser Pico, Topper Topaz, and the Spanish Pastenaca. Find out more at www.aqua-adicta.co.uk. Jet Skiing At the nearby La Manga Strip you can enjoy jet skiing, wake boarding, water skiing and banana and donut rides. Bookings can be made at the Independent Activity Centre at La Manga Club. Scuba-diving and Snorkelling The Islas Hormigas is one of the Mediterranean's best preserved and most varied marine reserves, located just off the coast near Cabo de Palos. The exceptional beauty and conservation of the depths here has earned it a reputation as one of the Mediterranean's best dive sites. The clear waters of the Mar Menor lagoon and the variety of its species make it an excellent place for snorkelling. Whether you are a beginner or a qualified diver, you can experience diving in the Mediterranean in the safe hands of Adventure Divers. Adventure Divers is a small PADI dive centre based on La Manga Club offering shore, boat and wreck dives. Children only have to be 8 years old to participate in Bubblemakers - a safety first introduction to diving. For children less than 8 years old, guided snorkelling tours are available. For further information contact www.abclamanga.com or www.adventuredivers-spain.com. Horse Riding Riding lessons and excursions, and picnic beach rides are available through the Rancho de la Fuente stables, a short drive from the resort. Hill Walking and Trekking The hills surrounding the resorts offer some excellent walking country, with well-marked paths and many stunning views. Boat Charter Private boat charter is available on the Mar Menor or the Mediterranean and can be arranged by the Independent Activity Centre at La Manga Club - www.abclamanga.com. Mountain and Road Biking The Resorts are surrounded by some great mountain bike trails. Alternatively you may just want to hire a bike to get around the resort. Whatever your needs Biking La Manga has the bike for you. Guided rides are also run weekly. Mountain Bike Hire There is a great selection of the latest generation of mountain bikes for all levels of experience. The younger members of the family need not be left behind, as there are also junior bikes for all ages, with or without stabilisers. For the toddlers a baby trailer or child seat can be attached to an adult's bike, so they need not miss out on the family excursion. Similarly, for those aged six and over who are determined to keep up with mum and dad, trailer bikes provide the ideal solution. Bikes can be hired from as little as one day to as long as a week or more. Helmets, locks and maps are all provided. Road Biking Regularly used by locals but otherwise undiscovered, the Murcian roads provide a perfect training ground. Ride on roads ridden previously by Armstrong and Ullrich in the Vuelta and Tour de Murcia. Biking La Manga have a wide selection of road bikes for rent with models from Specialized, Bottechia, and BH. Contact www.bikinglamanga.com for more details.