Are You Seeking the Adventure and Thrill of Water Sports? Pondicherry Offers Some of the Best Water Activities in India - Here are 9 You Must Try (2020)

Pondicherry is a unique tourist destination due to its calm ambiance and pristine beaches. It gives tourists the opportunity to participate in a wide array of water recreational activities that one would relish for a long time. And while there are numerous water activities in Pondicherry one can indulge in, the following five are our absolute favorites.

The best part about scuba diving is that it ticks all the above-mentioned boxes perfectly. And that's why while you are in Pondicherry, don't miss out on scuba diving. Diving not only helps you face your fears but also help you learn about a world that you knew existed but never had a real interaction with. We know that earth is 70 per cent covered in water but our interaction with it is mostly on the surface. Diving helps you to explore it in a more real way and you get the chance to encounter the beautiful world in it and the numerous lives it maintains.

Pondicherry is a beautiful city with so much to see and do. But what really takes the cake is surfing at Serenity Beach. There exist two surfing school on the beach and you will be given lessons on how to surf first by the instructors on the sand first before you finally go in the water. The whole process is so surreal and beautiful that it will leave you awestruck. For those who are unaware, surfing involves riding the sea waves on a surfboard in an upright position. And while it might seem to be too complex, it just requires a bit of patience and practice. And even if you don't excel at it, it's okay. The main purpose is to have fun. There is an old saying amongst the surfers that goes well here, "the best surfer in the sea is the one who's having the best fun".

If you are just looking to have a relaxing time in the Pondicherry waters without doing much, yachting is the water activity you should choose. The wind hitting your face gently while you are just unwinding in a grand yacht is a much-treasured luxury. The same holds true for sailing as well. Many consider sailing to be the water sports counterpart of golf, and we truly agree with this comparison. Just like golf, sailing is also meant to be luxurious and relaxing. Both sailing and yachts in Pondicherry provide to their travelers onboard fun activities, snacks, fishing rods, and other similar supplies.

If you are a water sports lover, then Pondicherry is no less than a paradise for you, thanks to the wide variety of water sports in Pondicherry options provided to the visitors. Kayaking and canoeing are two of the most sought after water sports in the city. Two of the main beaches where you can find properly qualified professionals who can provide you the right guidance and training in these two water sports activities are Karaikal and Paradise Beach.

And you don't have to be an expert in Kayaking or canoeing to try these sports. Just follow the instructions given by your trainer and you'd be good to go.

Karaikal beach in Pondicherry is considered one of the best beaches in the city. The number of water sports activities you can try on this beach is practically endless. There are so many options here that would easily leave you intrigued and wanting more. From kayaking and canoeing to boating, backwater sailing, and scuba diving, there is so much here to experience and enjoy. Water conditions here are favorable for professionals as well as amateurs water sport enthusiasts.

Following are the two best water sports that are perfect for couples.

Pondicherry is a travelers paradise, particularly for young couples looking for some fun ways to bond more with their partners. Parasailing in Pondicherry is special as it is one of the most exhilarating experiences you would ever encounter. Parasailing happens at the Karaikal beach where you are lifted in the air in a motorboat attached to a hot air parachute. Sail away with your partner's hand in yours and the gentle wind in your hair while exploring the beautiful coastline of Pondicherry.

Head to Karaikal and Paradise Beach if you want to give jet skiing a try with your partner. Jet skiing is an extremely fun water sports water where you ride on waves using a motorboat. Jetskiis can fit two people easily so you and your partner can have a gala time enjoying the beautiful scenery and coast of Pondicherry. The whole experience is very unique and beautiful and shouldn't be missed.

Jet skiing here is done under the proper supervision of experts and safety equipment such as life jackets are provided for your protection. However, it is highly advisable that you and your partner know swimming before you try a water activity such as jet skiing.

Following are two water sports ideal for the family to enjoy together.

The banana boat ride is a perfect water sports activity for the family as a banana boat can easily accommodate between 3 to 10 people, and which usually depends upon the size of the boat you hire. To enjoy a banana boat ride, you should go to Paradise or Karaikal beach. These rides are perfectly safe for families as they are monitored closely by experts. Head out on the waters of Pondicherry with your family in an action-packed ride which would help you experience the true beauty of the city.

Enjoy a day relaxing while fishing in the beautiful waters of Pondicherry with your family. There is no water sports activity as safe and comfortable as fishing. It is also safe as you don't go into the water. Head to the Paradise beach if you wish to try your hands at fishing. The instructors or the local fishermen there will help you readily on how to make proper baits for fishes, how to correctly cast the nets and what's the right way to attract a catch. And if you are lucky, you would also be able to taste your catch, freshly cooked in Pondicherry style. Overall, it is a fun family experience that you should definitely give a try while your next trip to Pondicherry.

Pondicherry is a tourist hub cause of the wide variety of water sports activities it has to offer at a reasonable price range, which also means choosing one company can prove to be a chaotic affair. There are so many choices available that one can easily get overwhelmed. If it's your first time in Pondicherry and you do not know which water sports company you should try that are reliable, affordable and provide quality services, go for any of the below two choices: