If you are someone who’s scared of adventure water sports but still wants to taste the spirit of Goan waters, Kayaking is for you. Imagine yourself in a small boat-like structure called a Kayak, holding a lightweight paddle, cruising in the backwaters of Goa. During monsoons, Kayaking is banned in the sea due to safety reasons but you can go for river Kayaking with the help of professional Kayaking masters of Goa!
Here Are The Best Kayaking Spots of Goa to Sail Through The Goan Waters!
Konkan Explorers - Chopdem
Konkan Explorers is a multiple award-winning provider of marine excursions in Goa. They believe in engaging responsibly with life in this ecosystem. With their expert guidance, you get to Kayak through the Chapora River. It’s perfect for beginners as well as those with previous kayaking experience. You will be allotted a single and double kayak depending upon the tide conditions and prior experience. They’ll sprinkle some fascinating facts about the ecosystem of the mangroves while you float around in it. Once you’re done with the Kayaking, you get to munch on some snacks & beverages which are included in the package. Contact them at +91 96893 13506 or visit their website to explore the variety of water sport activities they offer.
Timing: 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price: INR 2000 per guest
Google Rating: 4.8 based on 492 reviews
Go Kayaking - Baga
The team of kayakers here say that paddling is not just a hobby but a way of life! They are passionate about everything canoe and kayak. They source the best equipment & trudge along the best water bodies in Goa. So get yourself in these colourful kayaks, enjoy the setting sun with or without a loved one & experience the calmness of being afloat in water.
Contact: +91 82752 80025
Timing: 10 AM - 6 PM
Duration: 1 hour
Price: INR 500 per guest
Google Rating: 4.9 based on 662 reviews
Baga kayaking - Vhoddekar - Calangute
Baga Kayaking Vhoddekar offers two types of Kayaking experiences i.e. river kayaking — for you to relax and explore Goa’s coastline views and wonders and sea kayaking — for you to be in the Arabian Sea with a backdrop of the beautiful horizon where you see the sky meeting the sea! While River Kayaking goes year-round, sea kayaking remains closed until the monsoon lasts for safety reasons. You can contact them at +91 86058 96970 or visit their website to know more.
Timing: 7 AM - 7 PM (Sundays - 9:30 AM - 7 PM)
Price: INR 250 for 30 minutes per guest; INR 500 for 60 minutes per guest
Google Rating: 4.9 based on 501 reviews
Explore Watersports - Nerul
Mandovi, Chapora, Nerul, Zuari, Sal backwaters — you name a river in Goa that you want to explore and they’ll take you there! Bring along a towel, sunscreen, a hat and your sunglasses and get set to Kayak. Their kayaking package includes a training session, instructor, life jackets, water bottles and snacks for a duration of 90 minutes. Call them at +91 75073 60292 to book your time! Tip: If you want to kayak on weekdays, make sure to book at least 2 days prior to the activity date.
Duration: 90 minutes
Price: INR 1750 + 5% GST
Google Rating: 4.6 based on 699 reviews
Goa Kayaking Sal Backwaters - Dongrim
Another OG kayaking organisation of Goa! They claim to be the first to offer curated kayaking experiences in the backwaters and mangroves covering all the major rivers of Goa. This particular spot is where I want to experience the wonders of Kayaking personally. The lure is a variety of birds that visitors get to witness here along with the pink spread of lotus bed!
Contact: +91 94220 56037
Duration: 90 minutes
Price: INR 2200 per guest
Google Rating: 4.4 based on 92 reviews
