{"id":6029,"date":"2020-04-30T13:44:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-30T11:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/?p=6029"},"modified":"2020-05-04T13:08:45","modified_gmt":"2020-05-04T11:08:45","slug":"watersport-activities-in-benalmadena-4-fun-options","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/holiday-tips\/things-to-do\/watersport-activities-in-benalmadena-4-fun-options\/","title":{"rendered":"Watersport Activities in Benalm\u00e1dena: 4 Fun Options!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"float: right; margin-left: 10px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/share\" class=\"twitter-share-button\" data-via=\"sunsetbeachclub\" data-count=\"vertical\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/holiday-tips\/things-to-do\/watersport-activities-in-benalmadena-4-fun-options\/\">Tweet<\/a><\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7832 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Watersports-in-Benalmadena.png\" alt=\"Water sports in Benalmadena\" width=\"760\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Watersports-in-Benalmadena.png 760w, https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Watersports-in-Benalmadena-480x384.png 480w\" sizes=\"((min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px)) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 760px, 100vw\" \/>If you\u2019re looking for a bit of <strong>watersport fun during your holiday in Benalmadena<\/strong>, we\u2019ve got you covered. Whether you\u2019re looking for an exhilarating adrenalin rush or a more leisurely activity like paddle surfing, Benalmadena\u2019s beaches offer a fantastic range of activities for all the family. Below we\u2019ve listed some of our favourites.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h3>&nbsp;1.&nbsp;Sunset Beach Watersports<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7834 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Watersports-in-Benalmadena-1.png\" alt=\"Watersports in Benalmadena\" width=\"760\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Watersports-in-Benalmadena-1.png 760w, https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Watersports-in-Benalmadena-1-480x384.png 480w\" sizes=\"((min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px)) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 760px, 100vw\" \/>Whilst nothing to do with our hotel, our friends at Sunset Beach Water Sports are located on the beach just next door. They offer a massive choice of water sports and activities which will keep you busy for hours. Here are a few of their most popular ones:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Flyfish<\/strong> \u2013 Hover and skim over the waves as you\u2019re pulled behind a high powered speed boat!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parasailing<\/strong> \u2013 You\u2019re guaranteed the best views of Benalm\u00e1dena Costa when you reach \u2018cruising altitude\u2019 of approximately 150 metres Probably best to avoid this one if you\u2019re not keen on heights. \ud83d\ude09<\/li>\n<li><strong>Banana<\/strong> \u2013 This classic ride guarantees fun and laughs with friends and family. Remember to hold on tight!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rings<\/strong> \u2013 Skim over the waves on this exhilarating ride which will get your adrenalin pumping. If you like speed, this is the ride for you.<\/li>\n<li>Jetski &#8211; Pure speed rush as you &#8216;literaly&#8217; fly over the waves!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>&nbsp;2.&nbsp;Scuba Diving<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7835 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Scuba-Diving-at-Sunset-Beach-Club.jpg\" alt=\"Scuba diving at Sunset Beach Club\" width=\"720\" height=\"502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Scuba-Diving-at-Sunset-Beach-Club.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Scuba-Diving-at-Sunset-Beach-Club-480x335.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"((min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px)) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 720px, 100vw\" \/>We\u2019re fortunate enough to have our own <strong>5 start Padi Dive Centre onsite here at Sunset Beach Club<\/strong>. If you\u2019d like to give it a go, our dive team would be delighted to show you the basics of scuba diving. You\u2019ll start off in the pool and, once you\u2019ve reached the required level, you\u2019ll be taken into the sea just off the hotel to a nearby dive site.<\/p>\n<p>For the more experienced and adventurous, they also offer excursions to 15 different dive sites along the coast which include reefs, wrecks and caverns.<\/p>\n<h3>&nbsp;3.&nbsp;A Ride on \u2018Gran Tiburon\u2019<\/h3>\n<p>This is an adrenalin junkie\u2019s dream ride. Jump aboard this Moggaro M700 Waterjet speedboat with more than 440 horse power where extreme sensations are guaranteed! 360\u00ba turns and power breaks which will have you screaming in delight (or terror) is what awaits on this fun ride. Take a look at the video below to get a good idea of what to expect when you ride the\u2018Gran Tiburon\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>The boat seats up to 12 people so is ideal for small groups and the ride lasts approximately 20 minutes. The price is 35\u20ac per person and you can buy your ticket by visiting them in Benalmadena Marina.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gShWd-V1tUg?rel=0\" width=\"650\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h3>&nbsp;4. SUP &#8211;&nbsp;Stand Up Paddle<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6505 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/La-Mar-de-Bien-SUP.png\" alt=\"La Mar de Bien SUP\" width=\"596\" height=\"443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/La-Mar-de-Bien-SUP.png 596w, https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/La-Mar-de-Bien-SUP-300x223.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px\" \/>The latest craze in the surfing world, SUP (Stand Up Paddle) is the perfect activity for those looking for a quieter and more relaxing experience. Equipped with just a long surf board and a paddle, you\u2019ll be testing your balance skills &#8211; and getting a serious abdominal workout in the process \u2013 when you head out to sea on one of these.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re staying with us at Sunset Beach Club you can head down to Salitos Bar&nbsp;for your SUP experience. We&#8217;ve teamed up with &#8216;La Mar de Bien Company&#8217; who offer SUP (and surf) lessons and board rental throughout the summer.<\/p>\n<p>Prices are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong>Rental of a board:<\/strong><\/em> \u20ac15 for two hours<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Lessons<\/strong><\/em>: \u20ac25 for 1.5 hours<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These four watersport options should keep you busy during your holidays. Let us know if you think of any other fun activities we can add to the list.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for accommodation for your Benalmadena Holiday, be sure to check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sunset<\/span><\/strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> Beach<\/span><\/strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> Club website<\/span><\/strong><\/a>. We\u2019ve got comfortable apartment-style accommodation and fantastic facilities for a fun &nbsp;and value-for-money &nbsp;family holiday \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tweet If you\u2019re looking for a bit of watersport fun during your holiday in Benalmadena, we\u2019ve got you covered. Whether you\u2019re looking for an exhilarating adrenalin rush or a more leisurely activity like paddle surfing, Benalmadena\u2019s beaches offer a fantastic range of activities for all the family. Below we\u2019ve listed some of our favourites.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[533],"tags":[238,233,1977,841,1976],"class_list":["post-6029","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-things-to-do","tag-activities","tag-fun","tag-paddle-surf","tag-scuba-diving","tag-water-sports"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack-related-posts":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6029"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6029"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6029\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7836,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6029\/revisions\/7836"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6029"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6029"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.sunsetbeachclub.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6029"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}