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Most of the horses used by various riding
centres in the Algarve are at least part Lusitano, the famously
sure-footed Portuguese breed.
Lusilanos are hardy, medium-sized horses of good temperament. Their
sure footedness makes them ideal for riding either through soft, sandy,
coastal pinewoods or along stony trails in the hills. There is a wide
choice of centres. There are Lusitanos for all levels of riders. Most
of the riding centres welcome everyone, from well-experienced hackers
to young beginners In need of some lessons. for the very young there
are short pony walks. Be sure to have a well-fitting riding helmet.
Watch out for local riding competitions and horse shows, Visitors are very welcome.
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Tennis courts can be booked by the hour, either at one of the
specialist centres with professional coaches on hand to help improve
your game, or at any of the hundreds of private courts. Like golf,
tennis and other outdoor sport, the southern European climate allows
lawn bowls to be played in the Algarve all year round. Visitors are
always welcome and prices, including hire of woods, are reasonable.
Local tennis and bowls competitions are almost all open to visitors.
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Snorkeling and scuba diving facilities are available from many of the Algarve's beaches.
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Pick a calm day and treat the family to a half or full day cruise along
the Algarve's spectacular coast. Cruise boats operate out of Portimão
and the marinas at Vilamoura and Lagos.
You can also go river cruising - an all day trip on the Guadiana from
Vila Real de Stº Antonio, or a shorter trip up to Silves and back from
Portimao.
For a less expensive day out, close to the coasts, join a boatload of hopefuls bottom
fishing with light tackle for Bass and Sea Bass and other inshore species.
Local fisherman bring along their own tackle on these outings but all the essentials are laid on for visitors.
Freshwater fishing is not a big sport in the Algarve and licenses are
required. Tackle can be hired at the Arade Reservoir where there are
Black Bass, Carp, Perch and Eels. In the rivers, notably the Guadiana,
you can catch Mullet and Lampreys.
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