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Casinos and Betting
There are many casinos in Cyprus
for those of you who enjoy betting. Many have their own bus
service to take you to and from the casino. They are open
late and often provide live entertainment.
Horse
Riding
In Cyprus there are quite a few horse riding centres, where
you can enjoy trekking through nature. All centres have also
professional training facilities and instructors who provide
lessons for riders at different levels. If you want to experience
horse races in Cyprus, these are organized by the Nicosia Race Club
every Wednesday and Sunday in Nicosia. Tel: +357 22782727
Bungee
Jumping
For the more adventurous visitor to Cyprus,
bungee jumping is available in Agia Napa. It conforms to the
Australian & New Zealand safety standards.
Golfing
Cyprus is fast becoming a favorite with
many golfing travelers due to an improvement in cyprus golfing facilities
and, of course, its superb all-year round climate. There are
several golf schools, golf development classes and academies,
in many locations in Cyprus to help you improve your game.
Bird
Watching
It is possible to watch 347 different species
of bird in Cyprus. However, only 46 of these are native of
Cyprus, and 7 of these are only found in Cyprus. 119 out of
the 347 birds that can be observed on the island are of winter-migrant
breeder type, and 90 of these migrate to Cyprus regularly
every winter-time.
Turtle
Watching
Since 1992, Marine Turtle Research Group,
in conjunction with the Society for the Protection of Turtles
in Northern Cyprus and the Department for Environmental Protection,
has been undertaking an annual survey, recording the turtle's
activity in Cyprus during the summer months. In the company of the team
at Alagadi Beach you can share this unique event.
Paintball
Play the fun and adventurous sport of paintball
in one of the paintball parks in Cyprus.It is safe and equipment
is provided.
Carting
There are many go carting centers in Cyprus.
Most are open seven days a week. They are reasonably priced
and nearly all have a restaurant or café.
Camping
There are several official camping sites
in the Kyrenia and Famagusta areas which offer services such
as washrooms, toilets, restaurants, bars, etc.
Diving
Warm seas, clear water and year-round sunshine
ensure that diving in Cyprus remains a popular pastime. The
varied nature of the dive sites as well as the lack of tides
and currents means that both beginners and more experienced
divers can enjoy the experience. There's plenty of underwater
life and a huge variety of fish.
Mountain
biking
In the North Cyprus as well in the South Cyprus the uplands are ideal
for mountain biking. Both the Troodos range and the Kyrenia
Mountains are covered with network of dirt forest trails which
would be extremely tedious for hiking but are paradise. |
