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The water sports season is just around the corner in Santa Pola. From April to October, the beaches, with a total length of 11 kilometers, and the water become a true paradise for anyone wanting to swap the mainland for activities in or on the sea. It's not just the long sandy beaches that create ideal conditions. The prevailing winds, calm and relatively shallow waters, and the relatively small tidal differences all help ensure water fun is more or less guaranteed. The range of activities in Santa Pola is not only extensive but also highly varied. Both adrenaline junkies and those seeking serene tranquility will find something to suit them. Kitesurfing is very popular. This spectacular surfing variant gives beachgoers the chance to perform daring stunts. Huge jumps are not uncommon. Beginners can master the basics at one of the many kitesurfing schools. An alternative for beginners is the relatively new wingsurfing. The principle is the same, but by using both an inflatable wing and a board, the whole setup is much lighter and therefore easier to handle. Plus, it's simpler to carry to the beach. Wakeboarding is a sport where the participant is strapped to a board with two foot bindings. Pulled by a fast boat, various tricks and maneuvers are performed in the air. Other activities that provide an "adrenaline injection" include jet skiing or water skiing. And perhaps to a lesser extent, this applies to sailors and sport fishers. But it can all be done in the waters of Santa Pola. Things are a bit calmer with paddleboarding, though a good combination of discipline, balance, and flexibility helps to stay upright—especially for those practicing paddle yoga. Much more relaxing activities are also available, like sailing in a rubber dinghy, kayaking, or pedal boating. Others can go snorkeling by the reefs and rocks near the coast, with a chance to see sea urchins. During organized diving excursions, visits to reefs, caves, and even shipwrecks are possible. The rich marine life makes encounters with octopuses, eels, and corals likely. For those who want to avoid the water entirely, the beach of Santa Pola is also extremely popular with people who enjoy kite flying. Both simple kites and impressive stunt kites are a regular sight.
