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Swimming -

You can't go wrong with swimming! Not only is it a great workout, but it's also an amazing way to be immersed in nature, literally.

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Surfing -

Surfing is the king of wave sports, and has been for a very long time. If you want to give it a try, you'll easily find a school at popular surf spots. It's not easy, but it's totally worth it when you can finally stand up!

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Bodyboarding -

You might associate boogie boarding with kids, but bodyboarding can actually be a pretty extreme sport. If the learning curve of surfing is putting you off, then grab a bodyboard and a pair of swim fins and go ride some waves.

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Skimboarding -

You can have a lot of fun with this thin, small board. You will often see experienced riders enjoying shorebreak waves, but you can also do it in shallow water, with no waves at all. Just be prepared to fall a few times!

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Windsurfing -

You're probably familiar with this sport. However, you do require a certain amount of wind to practice it, and the sail can be difficult to maneuver. But once you get the hang of it, you can have tons of fun!

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Snorkeling -

This is the cheapest and easiest way to see what's going on underwater. You can spend hours admiring beautiful coral reefs and fish swimming. Just buy a kit and go for it.

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Scuba diving -

This is the ultimate way to explore the depths of the ocean. Book a scuba diving course and reap the benefits. There are numerous diving spots around the world to explore!

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Free diving -

How long can you hold your breath? If you're an experienced swimmer looking for a challenge, and oxygen tanks are not your thing, then free diving might just be what you need to try this summer.

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Kayaking -

Kayaking is such a great way to explore a body of water and the surrounding areas. And the great thing is that you can do it with other people or on your own.

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Canoeing -

There is just something really nice and peaceful about this traditional type of vessel. You can't go wrong with jumping on a canoe and soaking in the nature around you.

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Standup paddleboarding -

SUP has become increasingly popular in recent years. You can start on your knees and progress to standing up on the board. It's not as easy as it looks, but it's a great way to exercise, have fun, and enjoy the scenery.

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Rafting -

Whitewater rafting can be truly intense, and so much fun! You need to be comfortable with water though, otherwise it can become extra stressful. Get your friends together and try it!

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Kitesurfing -

Kitesurfing involves both a board and a kite. You will need a windy location. Kitesurfers can jump really, really high, especially if there are waves!

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Wakeboarding -

If the idea of standing on a board while being towed by a boat at high speed sounds appealing to you, then you should give wakeboarding a try. Who knows, you might get really good at it, and pull all sorts of moves!

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Water skiing -

This sport is essentially what it says on the tin: it's a water surface sport where you stand on one or two skis. Just like skiing and snowboarding on land, you can do water skiing and wakeboarding on water.

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Barefoot skiing -

But if you're all about going barefooting, then, by all means, try this version!

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Kneeboarding -

If want to be towed by a boat, and want to waste less time learning how to stand up, then kneeboarding is the perfect alternative. It's not as easy as it looks, but it is easier than standing up variations.

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Cliff diving -

Are you a bit of an adrenaline junkie? Then why not look for specific places where you can jump off cliffs? It goes without saying that you should be extremely careful where you do it, and how you do it.

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Hydrofoil -

A hydrofoil board can be great, especially if you have experience in other standup board sports. You can achieve great speeds solely generated by the kinetic energy of the foil under the board.

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Parasailing -

This is as fun as it looks! Plus, it doesn't require any particular skill, as long as you don't freak out with heights and are comfortable with falling into the water.

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Rowing -

Whether on a river, lake, or the ocean, rowing is a challenging sport. You will need more people to do it, so it's a good idea to look for a rowing club if you want to try it.

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Jet skiing -

Are you a fan of motor sports? Then why not bring your passion onto the water? You can just leisurely go for a ride, or, if you're feeling adventurous, push it a bit more.

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Water aerobics -

Low impact and fun, water aerobics can be a great way to exercise. Your body feels lighter in the water, so working out will feel different too.

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Fishing -

Why not give good ol' fishing a go this summer? It can be quite relaxing. Plus, you could catch dinner!

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Spearfishing -

If you're an experienced swimmer and like the thrill of hunting for dinner, then spearfishing may be exactly what you're looking for.

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Sailing -

Want to become a regatta star? Then sailing is your sport. You'll be surprised how much you need to learn in order to navigate with sails.

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Water polo -

When it comes to water team sports, not many beat the intensity of water polo. If the idea of being in the water playing a ball sport appeal to you, this is the sport for you.

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Powerboating -

If you're itching for a speed fix this summer, then powerboating will certainly hit the spot. You won't find it everywhere, and surely you can't rent one at your local beach. But you can book yourself into a course and learn how to drive one.

Sources: (Women's Health) (Thrillspire)

See also: How to avoid getting sick or injured on vacation

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