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Outdoor activities
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Sunny weather, sandy beaches, exquisite reefs, shallow water, steady winds, and proximity to the gulf stream make the Bahamas an ideal choice for all manner of
sports
and
outdoor activities
. Islands like
Bimini
are rightfully regarded as great spots for
fishing
(especially for wahoo, tuna, barracuda, shark, grouper and snapper), while many Out Islands like Andros, Cat Island and Abaco are famous for their
bonefishing
- so named after the silvery catch. Likewise, the islands' shallow, calm waters have made
sailing
a popular activity, especially on New Providence, the Exumas, Abaco and Eleuthera.
Nearly every resort, hotel and lodge offers a full range of aquatic sports, including diving, snorkelling, boating, sea-kayaking, windsurfing, parasailing and swimming , with the cost often included in with accommodation.
Golf
and
tennis
are provided at resorts and hotels on the major islands, with the best golf courses being located at Cable Beach in Freeport, and on Paradise Island.
Biking, hiking
and
eco-tours
are growing in popularity as well, and a number of operators specialize in trips to isolated spots throughout the islands.
Birdwatching
is a major draw, especially for seabird species like the rare
Bahamian parrot
on Abaco, and the
flamingos
on Inagua. There's also
horseback riding
at stables on New Providence and Grand Bahama. Other useful information
for tourists (each section contains more specific sub-sections): |
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