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Tennis
There are tennis courts at most major hotels. The Aruba Racquet Club is at Rooi Santo 21 in the Palm Beach area and has eight lit courts, an exhibition center court, pro shop, pool, aerobics classes, fitness center, bar and restaurant.
Open 8 to 23. For reservations, T 586-0215
Horseriding
At Rancho El Paso, Washington 44, near Santa Ana Church, has Paso Fino horses. It offers daily rides of one hour through the countryside for US$15, except on Sunday, or a two hours ride part beach, part Cunucu for US$30. The National Horse Fair, a three-day international competition for Paso Fino horses is held in April.
Contact T 587-3310
Rancho Dalmari also has Paso Fino horses and offers 2½ hours rides daily at 0900 and 1500. An a/c transport from your hotel and snorkeling is included in the package.
Contact T 586-0239.
Rancho del Campo takes riders into the national park for 2½ hours at 0930 or 1530 for US$45. Charges are inclusive of transport and snorkeling.
Contact T 582-0290.
Bowling
The Eagle Bowling Palace at Pos Abou has 16 lanes of which six are for reservation and also has three racquetball courts. Open 1000-0200, charges are US$9 from 1000-1500, and US$10.50 from 1500-0200. Shoes are available at a rental of US$1.20.
Contact T 583-5038.
Parasailing
Parasailing is a unique and thrilling way to look at Aruba from above the water at 600 feet in the air. The ride typically takes around 15 minutes and ascends and descends directly from the boat. There are several watersports centers offering parasailing located along Palm Beach.
Sky Diving
Sky diving is now available in Aruba with Sky Dive Aruba. Beginners can do a tandem jump from 10,000 ft to a drop zone near the Fisherman's Huts on the salt pans on the northwest coast. An early morning jump is US$195 and afternoon US$215. There are plans to cater to certified jumpers and those who want to get their TAFF certification.
