Sports and leisure activities Algeria

Local activities

Algeria is a country with a wealth of sights to see, but also a wealth of leisure activities to enjoy on site!
Here's a short list of the main things to do in Algeria.

Beaches

The beach is definitely the place to go if you're in Algeria this summer! With 1,600 km of coastline, there really is a lot to choose from, and the beaches are every bit as beautiful as the others, as the Thalassa program devoted to Algeria in 2015 so aptly demonstrated. And the good news is that summer is long in this country, so you can easily swim until the end of October. From the crystal-clear beaches of Oran and Tipasa to the pretty coves of Mostaganem and Jijel, swimming here is pure bliss.

For women who want to swim in their bikinis, however, it's advisable to turn to private hotel beaches or to go to coves accompanied by family or friends. This is a good way of avoiding prying eyes and inappropriate remarks from burkini fans. The easiest way to find out if your bikini won't pose a problem is to ask the locals, who will tell you where you can sunbathe without being bothered.

Scuba diving

The Algerian seabed is much better preserved than many Mediterranean seabeds, simply because it has been little exploited and is much less polluted than elsewhere. You can enjoy scuba diving in excellent conditions at the Corne d'Or hotel complex in Tipasa, as well as at Cap Ténès via the Maison du plongeur. Béjaïa and Annaba also offer interesting possibilities. The Taza Marine Park also offers good diving sites. It's a protected area with crystal-clear waters usually frequented by sea turtles and dolphins. Not far from the border with Tunisia and Tabarka, the seabed is also interesting for its rocky tunnels and the large shoals of groupers that frequent these waters.

Sailing

For sailing and windsurfing, head for Sidi Fredj, renowned for its excellent sailing school.

Sand skiing

Even more original: sand skiing! In the Sahara, of course. Many agencies offer this activity in Béni Abbès and Taghit.