The beaches of Clare are ideal for surfing and swimming,
whilst River Ocean Kayak, based in Ballyvaughan offer sea
kyaking tuition and trips of varying lengths
The unrivalled asset of Lough Derg and the Shannon waterway
in East Clare provide world-class water skiing and other water
sport facilities, including cruising, sail boarding,
The activity centre in Kirush provides a wide range of
equipment and tuition for the watersports
enthusiast.
On the Southern shores of Galway Bay,
Ballyvaughan harbour offers pleasure craft including an
expanding sailing fleet and is a starting point for boat trips
to the islands.
The clean clear waters off the Atlantic
coast are perfect snorkelling and scuba diving. A little
further afield, there are shark, skate and tope to test the
mettle of the deep sea enthusiast. Scuba diving is available
in Doolin.
Ireland's traditional preoccupation with horses and horse
riding is particularly evident throughout the Shannon
Region.
Trail riding and treking are available in nearby
Ennistymon and several other places around Co. Clare.
The wide-open spaces and hills are also ideal for cycling,
with bike rental outlets in many towns.
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