Watersports in Goa Offering Memories of a Lifetime

To make it easy for you, we bring a list of 11 water sports in Goa that you must include in your itinerary.

1. Parasailing

Parasailing is one of the most thrilling water sports in Goa. Imagine enjoying the feeling of flying in the sky along with the wonderful view of the sea. Parasailing involves flying in the sky on a parasail harness while tethered to the speedboat by a long rope, around 30-40 m. As the speedboat speeds off into the water, you will be hauled up in the air. The beauty of the clear blue sky and the glittering water below is mesmerizing.

Beaches to Enjoy Parasailing in Goa

• North Goa: Sinquerim, Candolim, Anjuna, and Calangute
• South Goa: Mobor, and Majorda

Average Cost: 500 INR – 2000 INR (approx.) per person
Rough Duration: 15 minutes – 45 minutes (approx.)
Minimum Age Limit: 12 years above
What to Wear: Swim Bottoms

Safety Tips for Parasailing in Goa

• Bring cash to pay to the parasailing operator
• Book with a certified parasailing operator
• Learn about safety regulations
• Know the waves of the sea and their power
• Try parasailing only if you are physically fit
• Pregnant women and old citizens should not indulge in parasailing

2. Windsurfing

Windsurfing is an extremely popular water sport here. It is slowly growing in popularity and Goa is perfect for beginners. It combines the thrill of surfing and sailing. The basic requirement of the sports is a surfboard of two to four meters long and a strong wind. The excitement of the sport totally depends on the wind, mostly it’s breezy in the morning, while in the afternoons and evenings the wind gets stronger.

Beaches to Enjoy Windsurfing in Goa

• North Goa: Baga Beach, Ashwem Beach
• South Goa: Agonda Beach, Colva Beach, Mobor Beach

Average Cost: 1,500 INR – 2,000 INR (approx). Per person
Rough Duration: 1-2 hours (approx.)
Minimum Age Limit: 10 years above
What to Wear: Board suits and bathing suits

Safety Tips for Windsurfing in Goa

• Always check the weather conditions before the activity
• Considering your equipment standard is a must
• Staying with the windsurf board is a must
• Swimming trying to ashore should be avoided
• Don’t indulge in windsurfing if you are a faint-hearted person

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3. Jet skiing

Another thrilling water sport in Goa that you must try on your holiday is Jet Skiing. It is a perfect dose of adrenaline for tourists of all ages. It is favored by all as one enjoys the feeling of wind in your face, droplets of water, speed, and the unending spread of cerulean waters of the Arabian Sea. There are many governments as well private organizers of the sport. You will be trained to master balance on the skiboard and then glide on the waters.

Beaches to Enjoy Jet Skiing in Goa

• North Goa: Vagator, Anjuna, Calangute, Baga, Aguada, Candolim
• South Goa: Mobor, Palolem, Colva, Agonda

Average Cost: 1,000 INR – 2,000 INR (approx.)
Rough Duration: 10-15 minutes (approx.)
Minimum Age Limit: 12 years above
What to Wear: Googles, life jacket, and wetsuits

Safety Tips for Jet Skiing in Goa

• Wearing a life jacket is a must
• Avoid collision with other jet skiing enthusiasts by don’t speed up the jet skiing
• Know the operating speed of jet skiing in advance

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4. Banana boat ride

Quite an easy sport, this activity must be definitely included in your itinerary. The Banana boat rides are loved by families, kids, and even the not-so-adventurous. You will be seated on an inflatable boat that is shaped just like a banana and connected to a speedboat, which pulls it along the water at high speeds. Enjoy the speed of rising and falling sea waves. It is a fun and safe sport.

Beaches to Enjoy Banana Boat Ride in Goa:

• North Goa: Calangute, Baga, Anjuna, Candolim, Morjim
  South Goa: Majorda, Palolem, Colva, Agonda

Average Cost 500 INR (approx.) per person
Rough Duration: 5-15 minutes (approx.)
Minimum Age Limit: 10 years above
What to Wear: Swimming attire and life jacket

Safety Tips for Banana Boat Ride in Goa

• • Wearing a life jacket is a must
  • Don’t let infants be your partner for this adventure sport
  • Pregnant women are not allowed
  • Survey the climatic conditions
  • Do not try to pull off any stunts

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5. Ringo Ride Mania

One of the most fun things to do in Goa, you must definitely try Ringo Rides. This sport involves riding on a circular tube over the water’s surface. Participants are made to sit on a circular tube that is pulled by a speed boat. Enjoy skipping on the water surface with air in your hair and water mists in your face. The speedy ride is thrilling, you just have to hold tightly.

Beaches in Goa to Enjoy Ringo Ride Mania: Cavelossim, Mobor
Activity Timings: 9 AM – 6 PM (approx.)
Average Cost of Ringo Ride Mania in Goa: 550 INR – 1,500 INR (approx.) per person
Rough Duration of Ringo Ride Mania in Goa: 10-15 minutes (approx.)
Minimum Age Limit to Participate in Ringo Ride Mania: 12 years above
What to Wear: Sunglasses, swimsuits

Safety Tips for Ringo Ride Mania in Goa

• Apply sunscreen
• Carry extra pair of clothes
• Those who have heart problems and back problems should avoid this adventure sport

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6. Kayaking

A perfect water sport for those who want to add adventure with sightseeing, we come to kayaking. One of the exciting water sports in Goa, kayaking involves thrill and exploring the pristine beautiful surroundings. A special kind of boat, kayak is required and one should have good balance and fitness to try it. Navigate through the unexplored environs of mangroves, backwaters, and mini bays in Goa.

Beaches to Enjoy Kayaking in  Goa:

North Goa: Baga, Candolim, Calangute
South Goa: Mobor, Palolem, Cola, Majorda, Agonda

Average Cost: 500 INR – 800 INR (approx.) per person
Rough Duration: 1-2 hours (approx.): 10 years above
Minimum Age Limit: 12+ years (approx.)
What to Wear: Always wear the personal floating device

Safety Tips for Kayaking in Goa

• Know about off-the-shore winds
• Unfold the best time to enjoy kayaking in the sea
• Don’t weigh the limit of the people
• Learn about the safety standards
• Try adventure sports under the supervision of professionals only
• Always wear the safety equipment

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7. Scuba Diving

Goa is particularly famous for its access to the beautiful marine world. This brings us to one of the experiences in Goa that you must include in your itinerary, India’s Best scuba diving. A holiday in Goa remains incomplete if you have not dived under the waters. Visit the world of technicolor fishes and so many species you never knew of. Go for the sport with one of the PADI-certified tour organizers who help you with training, if you are an amateur and a guide who helps you have a great time. This is an experience of a lifetime and one you must not miss out on.

Beaches to Enjoy Scuba Diving in Goa:

North Goa: Baga Beach, Calangute Beach
South Goa: Palolem Beach

Average Cost: 14,00 INR – 6,000 INR (approx.)
Depth of the Ocean: 8 m – 14 m (approx.)
Minimum Age Limit: 15+ years (approx.) with a certified adult
What to Wear: Diving shorts or fitting short

Safety Tips for Scuba Diving in Goa

• Avoid consumption of any drug before diving into the underwater world
• Know about the best time to enjoy scuba diving
• Check your gear before diving into the waters
• Dive under the supervision of the expert’s instructions

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8. Snorkeling

Another exciting water sport to discover the marine world, snorkeling in Goa must be included in your itinerary. This activity requires participants to wear a diving mask and have a shaped tube called a snorkel. This allows the individual to stay underwater for a considerable length of time to observe the beautiful marine life. Spot the schools of batfish, angelfish, barracudas, snappers, lionfish, etc. There are many war wrecks and other underwater wonders awaiting to be explored. However, avail of the services of only a PADI-certified organizer for this adventure sport.

• Places to Enjoy Snorkeling in Goa: Sinquerim Beach, Bogmalo Beach, Miramar Beach, Monkey Beach, Grand Island, and Bat Island
• Average Cost: 1,200 INR – 2,500 INR (approx.) per person
  Rough Duration: 1-2 minutes (approx.)
  Minimum Age for Snorkeling in Goa: 12-15 years (approx.)
  What to Wear: Mask, rash guard, mask defogger, wet suit

Safety Tips for Snorkeling in Goa

• Stay close to the shore or protected area
• Know about the depth of the water
• Don’t snorkel alone
• Snorkel under the supervision of the certified instructor

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9. Speedboats

Riding the speed boats is one of the easiest water sports in Goa. Therefore, is favored by all visitors on a holiday in Goa, as everyone can give it a try. The speed boat ride offers the thrill of speed and taking in the charming ambiance of Goa. Moreover, a quick dash in the waters is quite exciting and you can try this sport with your entire family.

• Places to Enjoy Speed Boat in Goa: Calangute Beach, Vagator Beach, Baga Beach, Arambol Beach, Candolim Beach, Palolem Beach, Sinquerim Beach
• Average Cost: 500 INR – 2,000 INR (approx.)
  Minimum Age: 8 years above (approx.)
  What to Wear: Non-slip boating shoes, sunglasses

Safety Tips for Speed Boat in Goa

• Follow proper anchoring procedures
• Don’t overweight the boat
• Check the weather beforehand
• Wear proper equipment like a life jacket before boarding the speedboat

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10. River Rafting

Not just for the waters of the sea, Goa is known for the many swift rivers descending from the Western Ghats. River rafting in Goa is one of the exciting water sports in Goa that you must include in your tour if you are visiting during the monsoon. The flow increases after the rains so you must plan a visit then. The white foaming waters of the rivers are available in various grades of difficulty. Rafting down the thrilling stretch is an adventure you cherish.

Places to Enjoy River Rafting in Goa: Mhadei River, Mandovi River, Valpoi River
Average Cost: INR 1,500 INR – 1,700 INR (approx.)
Rough Duration: 3-4 hours (approx.)
Minimum Age: 12 years above
What to Wear: Sturdy footwear, bathing suit, swim, life jacket

Safety Tips for River Rafting in Goa

• Educate yourself about the inside and out of rafting sports
• Know about your endurance
• Raft under the supervision of the expert rafting operator
• Don’t show any stunts on the boat
• Always listen to your instructor
• Do not ride the waves after sunset

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11. Water zorbing

Water Zorbing is the newest addition to the best water sports in Goa. Would you not love to roll on water? Zorbing is a sport where you are put inside a huge transparent ball which is further set on water to have pure fun. While it is safe and secure, it offers truly memorable experiences. You can float on the water surface or go rolling, it’s an amazing experience. The orb can accommodate one or two people at a time.

• Places to Enjoy Water Zorbing in Goa: Mayem Lake, and the outdoor pools of the luxury hotel chains
• Average Cost: 800 INR – 2,000 INR (approx.)
  Rough Duration: 10 – 20 minutes (approx.)
  Minimum Age: Above 6+ years (approx.)
  What to Wear: Normal clothes

Safety Tips for Water Zorbing in Goa

• Take off your expensive jewelry
•  Hear the call of the instructor

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12. Flyboarding

Do you want to splash out of the water just like Hrithik Roshan has done in the movie Bang Bang? If you are shaking your head in agreement, try Flyboarding in Goa. It is one of the best water sports in the sunshine state of India. This adventure sport is a combination of jet skiing and a jetpack with a flyboard attached to it. You will rise up 15 – 30 feet (approx.) in the air for a while, which is sure to pump your adrenaline with excitement.

Places to Enjoy Flyboarding in Goa: Calangute Beach, Chapora River
Average Cost: 2,000 INR (approx.) per person
Rough Duration: 15 – 20 minutes (approx.)
Minimum Age: Above 16+ years (approx.)
What to Wear: Swimwear

Safety Tips for Flyboarding in Goa

• Don’t indulge in flyboarding during the high tide and high wind speed
• Be sure to wear safety gears
• Hear the call of the instructor

13. Wakeboarding

Also called knee boarding, this adventure sport in Goa is all about flaunting your controlling skills. All you need to do is to maintain a balance on the wakeboard with a single hand as you are pulled forward on the water by the speedboat. If you are looking for adrenaline-pumping watersports in Goa under the balmy skies, bookmark wakeboarding in your Goa itinerary.

Places to Enjoy Wakeboarding in Goa: Calangute Beach, Vagator Beach, Ashwem Beach, Sinquerim Beach, Candolim Beach, Mobor Beach
Average Cost: 1,500 INR – 2,000 INR (approx.) per person
Rough Duration: 15 – 20 minutes (approx.)
Minimum Age: Above 16+ years (approx.)
What to Wear: Swimwear

Safety Tips for Wakeboarding in Goa

• • Keep your arms straight, and knees bent
  • Learn how to maintain the balance
  • Start with slow and safe surf

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Debashree Chakraborty

A travel writer by profession and self-professed addict to literature and travelling. Go through her penned down travel experiences on indianholiday.com