Water Sports Destinations in India

Summer is coming and so are the holidays, and the summer in India can be very exhausting, irksome, and dehydrating!!! Both physically and mentally. Water sports can be a very good way to hydrate your system and regain your composure. But where to head for?

Here is a list of the best water sport destinations in India where you can take a plunge or just while away, sitting aside.

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1. Goa

The list is being topped by Goa, the Queen of the beaches, whatever you term it. Its white beaches and azure water foaming with waves lashing on the shore will attract you. A variety of sports, including jet skiing, water skiing, paragliding, windsurfing, wakeboarding, white water surfing in the monsoon, kite surfing, along with many other kids' activities.

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The Calangute and Baga beaches of North Goa are very famous.

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2. Gokarna, Karnataka

Termed as the Land of Beaches, this is another destination for frolicsome water sports.  The Om beach's beach breaks are famous for learning water surfing. Also, the Cocopelli Surfing School offers surfing and various other activities.

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3. Andaman Islands

Along with other sports, snorkeling and scuba diving are the main attractions of this Union Territory of India in the Bay of Bengal. Havelok Island has many scuba diving companies that provide a better experience than Port Blair. Training is also provided for beginners.

The Rajib Gandhi Water Sports Complex and the North Bay of Port Blair also offer snorkeling and other water sports activities. The tourist season is from October to May.

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4. Kerala

Daily kayaking through backwaters and villages is offered by many companies in Kerala, which starts at Alleppey.

For bamboo rafting, you can check out the Periyar Tiger Reserve or the lush greenery of  Wayanad, Kuruva Island, and Pozuthana.

If you are looking for some brush, you can head to Payamvalam or Kovalam, or Varkala beach for wind and water surfing, parasailing, and jetskiing.

The Chaliyar River of Calicut is dedicated to stand-up paddling and kayaking.

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5. Ladakh and Zanskar

The Indus and Zanskar rivers, which flow through this region, are unique spots for rafting with their unusual backdrop of Buddhist Monasteries and the Himalayas. The Zanskar river has a reservation for level III and IV rapids who are adventurous. Leh hosts easy rafting for beginners. The best season is from June to August, with high water levels. Kayaking is also offered by a handful of travel agencies along with boarding facilities.

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6. Rishikesh

With the added fun of river rafting and kayaking, coupled with trekking, camping, and zip lining, the river Ganga in Rishikesh is an ideal place for adventure. Stand-up paddling is also offered here by many companies, along with equipment. Paddle Board Yoga can also be given a try if you are keen on Yoga. 

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7. Nainital, Bhimtal, Uttarakhand

With water zorbing introduced as a new hit for tourists in the Bhimtal lake, along with kayaking and other water sports, this region is ideal for escaping the summer heat.

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8. Covelong and Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu

The coastal village offers fishing and surfing along fine beaches. The Mumu Surf School gives lessons on water sports. The Mahabalipuram coast has thriving surf and a backpackers' site.

Having a detailed list, it’s time to start you're tour plan.

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