There are plenty of things for the active youth in Zakynthos.

Many organized beaches offer paragliding, hand-gliding, water skiing, canoeing, jet skiing and many other activities.

Many hotels near beaches are also well equipped with gyms, and outdoor exercise facilities.

There are excellent facilities along all coastlines of the mainland and particularly in the island.
Most major hotels can help with arrangements.

Water-skiing is especially popular and there are many water-ski schools in Zakynthos.

Speed boats are also available for hire.

Independent scuba diving is strictly forbidden, in order to guard against the pilfering of underwater antiquities. Divers may only venture out under the auspices of a recognised diving school. Snorkelling is permitted, however, and is possible practically anywhere.

For further information, contact the Hellenic Federation of Underwater Activities, West Terminal Post Office, Agios Cosmos, 166 04 Hellenikon, Athens (tel: (0030 210) 981 9961; fax: (0030 210) 981 7558).

Fishing : Zakynthian waters offer good fishing, particularly during the summer and autumn. Boats and equipment can be found in most villages.