Goa’s pristine shorelines, bustling breezy beaches, placid waters and bright skies create a perfect setting to get high on adrenaline with adventure water sports. Whether you want to ride the waves, plunge into the clear water or fly with a bird’s eye view of the spectacular coastline, the party capital of India has something for everyone.
Here’s your guide to get ready for ‘sun, sand and the sea’ through the thrilling water sports in Goa.
A perfect water sport for those who want to add adventure with sightseeing, we have Kayaking to enjoy in Goa. More of a calm, exploration sport than an exhilarating one, Kayaking is the perfect (gentle) water sports activity in Goa for those who want to spend the afternoon paddling along the mangroves, narrow channels, backwaters and mini bays while witnessing the beauty of nature.
Where to try? Palolem Beach, Dona Paula, Hollant Beach
Best Season: October to May
Windsurfing as an adventure water sport is slowly gaining in popularity in Goa. With a unique blend of surfing, sailing, and gymnastics on water, the activity is the perfect synonym to define one’s exciting and thrilling vibes. Ride on the water or perform jumps and flips along the changing wind direction is the best way to get the best of the sport.
Where to try? Dona Paula Beach, Bogmalo Beach, Vagator Beach, Calangute, Colva, Palolem, Miramar, Baga Beach
Best Season: January to March
Blessed with one of the best marine world, a holiday in Goa stays incomplete if you haven’t delved deep into the gigantic coral reefs and are enamoured by the scintillating underwater life. Level up from snorkeling and try scuba diving as you swim amongst the fishes (and even dolphins if you are lucky.)
Where to try? Grande Islands, St. George Island, Devagh Island, Pigeon Island, Netrani Islands
Best Season: October to April
If you enjoy the feeling of running wind in your hair, the cold water droplets on your face and the speed under the warm golden sunshine, Jet Skiing is one of the most fun, enjoyable and popular water sports for adrenaline junkies in Goa. Glide through the unending cerulean waters on the Goan beaches.
Where to try? Colva Beach, Calangute Beach, Candolim Beach, Mobor Beach, Miramar Beach, Rajbaga Beach
Best Season: October to March
Banana Boat Rides are the most preferred water sports by friends and family when holidaying in Goa. Enjoy the thrilling ride on a giant banana-shaped boat as your move ahead against the ocean waves avoiding being flipped over.
Where to try? Calangute Beach, Agoda Beach, Candolim Beach , Palolem Beach , Miramar Beach, Baga Beach, Vagator Beach, Anjuna Beach.
Best Season: October to March
Imagine enjoying the feeling of flying in the sky with a spectacular view of the sea as a speedboat tugs you along. Parasailing in Goa is an extremely popular and easiest water sport, enjoyed by all.
Where to try? Dona Paula Beach, Majorda Beach, Anjuna Beach, Bogmalo Beach, Calangute Beach, Colva Beach, Candolim Beach, Vagator Beach.
Best Season: October to March
Another exciting and popular water sport to discover the marine world of Goa is Snorkelling. All one needs is a diving mask (known as snorkel) to enter the enchanting world underwater.
Where to try? Suzy’s Wreck, Bat Island and Navy Island situated near Bogmalo, Grande Island
Best Season: October to March
Riding the speedboats is one of the easiest adventure water sports, favoured by all the travellers in Goa. With the speeding boat ride, one can enjoy the thrill of speed while taking in the charming ambience of the state through a quick dash in the waters.
Where to try? Old Goa, Fort Aguada, Sinquerim, St. Jacinto Island and Grant Island
Best Season: October to June
Want to know the best part of exploring the adventurous side of Goa? You get the best of both worlds – while experiencing the exhilarating aquatic water sports yourself; you can even grab a tranquil sight of people enjoying the same that can be seen from the uninterrupted 180-degree panoramic sea view of the Arabian Sea from the Anantam Homes.
