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A wide variety of sporting and leisure activities are available to the visitor on St Helena Island.

St Helena can offer the holiday maker either peace and tranquility or the pleasure of more active entertainment and fun such as sport fishing, scuba diving, hiking and walks or a round on the world's most remote golf course!

Sea and Sport

Scuba Diving in the South Atlantic is a memorable experience enjoyed by many visitors. The visibility is often 20 meters plus with the bottom temperatures ranging between 20 - 26° C. Many fish and underwater fauna are unique to St Helena with 10 endemic species.

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Sport Fishing enthusiasts can join the boats which set out around dawn and collect bait on route to the fishing grounds, which usually takes about 1.5 hours.
Popular "saint" sports include cricket, golf and rifle range shooting (introduced to the island in the late 1800's), football, tennis, basketball, badminton, skittles, table tennis, darts, euchre drives, water sports and line dancing.
Bookings for various activities can be arranged on the island. Long term pre-payments for most activities are not necessary.
Questions & Answers about our sports and leisure activities can also be read in our FAQ pages.

Looking for specific activities on our island? Contact the St Helena Tourist Office today.

Relax and Reflect

St Helena is a walker's paradise, with many interesting walks ranging from gentle strolls along country and climbing up grassy paths to exhilarating hikes where one can appreciate the Island's dramatic contrasts and spectacular scenery.

Longwood has probably the most remote 18-hole golf course in the world. Though not long (4783 yards), it can be challenging. There is a thriving club, with weekend competitions and modest green fees. Visitors are always welcome.

If you are a biking enthusiast, canoeist or other sport hobbyist you can always bring your own equipment. Questions in this regard can be addressed to our Tourist Office.
Enquiries or questions about visiting the Island of St Helena can be addressed to the St Helena Tourist Office. Remember to include your full name and return contact details.
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