There are many swimming pools in main centres and hotels, particularly in Abidjan and the surrounding coastal resorts. All along this stretch of coast there is a dangerous deep current and all but the strongest swimmers should stay near the shore. Local advice should be taken. There is good coastal and river fishing. Red carp, barracuda, mullet and sole can all be caught from the shores of the lagoons. Sea trips can be organised through travel agencies to catch sharks, swordfish, bonito and marlin. Boats and instructors are available in Abidjan, where water-skiing facilities are also available.

The national parks are largely inaccessible for visitors without their own vehicles. Local guides are necessary and easily available. The largest and oldest national park is Comoë National Park, where lions, waterbucks, hippopotami and other animals can be observed. A landing strip nearby facilitates access. Before visiting the Tai National Park travellers must obtain a permit from the Ministerie des Eaux et Forets in Abidjan.

Although much of Côte d’Ivoire has been deforested, there is good hiking in the west near Man (nicknamed the ‘city of 18 mountains’). A guide is necessary for longer walks.

Most major centres have a golf course. In Abidjan there is a course at the Hôtel Ivoire on the Riviera. Many hotels have tennis courts and jogging tracks.