Thursday, May 21, 2009

Sailing Yatching in India

SAILING YACHTING SURFING IN INDIA


A sailing paradise “India” offers adventurous destinations to enjoy sailing, yachting and surfing making everything possible - playing with the winds, challenging the currents of sea and crossing it to know nature in a better way. The adventure of sailing, providing an insight into the cultural traditions of the people living near the seacoast, has ample scope on seas of Indian sub continental. Surfing will be a real fun sport if you are able to maintain a good balance and lay on your board adjusting your chin well on mark. Subjugate and tone down the wild winds while crossing the sea on your yachting cruise. Being blessed with the tropical climate summer months are the ideal time to try out sailing, yachting and surfing expeditions. Cosset the celebrated dear moments navigating through the immaculate natural environs.

Amongst many places where you can enjoy sailing, yachting and surfing here are some:

- Mumbai
- Panshet Dam Resort
- Tarsha sports Complex – Tamil Nadu
- Andaman Nicobar islands
- Lakshadweep Islands
- Tamil Nadu
- Kerala

The western state of Maharashtra extends along the coastal line of the Arabian Sea, with the districts of Mumbai, Raigarh and Ratnagiri offering easy access to the sea and ideal location for sailing. The water sports center of Mumbai facilitates all kind of water sports like- Boat sailing, Para-sailing, Water Skiing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Jet boats, Wind Surfing and Rowing. Panshet Dam Resort, developed by the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation, is packed with various thrilling water-sports. There is a water sports complex where water sports like Kayaking, windsurfing, exciting rides in speedboats and on water scooters are available.

The water sports you can dive into at the Tarsha Sports Complex in Tamil Nadu are Water Skiing, Wake Boarding, Knee Boarding and Basic Windsurfing course. There are also activities such as Kayaking, Double Tube rides, Banana Boat Rides, Speed Boat Rides and Para sailing. Andaman & Nicobar Islands have been on every surfer's wish list. Geographic isolation, heavily restricted travel, mysterious Stone Age culture and totally uncharted waters are one of the major reasons why you should include Andaman Islands in your next surf trip. Free-diving, snorkeling, exploration and spear-fishing are also some other water sport options where these islands become an outstanding opportunity.

The other island destination of Lakshdweep has also got a full fledges water sports institute with tourist huts functioning at Kadmat Island. The institute provides facilities for different disciples of water sports such as Scuba Diving, Sailing, Snorkeling etc. The same facilities are also available at Kavaratti Island. Kerala offers some of the most awe-inspiring backwater cruise, drive past the remote villages indulging in the making of coir products or taking up a journey for fish catching. Alappuzha (Alleppey) in Kerala is famous for its backwater charms and the world famous, ' Nehru Trophy Boat Race' held every year which is a great source of attraction among its visitors.



Nothing can surpass the stimulation of surfing. An activity, that just requires a surfboard, massive sea rollers and your balancing skills. If you are a learner, start your adventure on small waves to become acquainted with surfing. Too much weigh in the back and the board will cork the board. This is a common mistake amongst beginners.

Always paddle with the crawl stroke; one arm and then the other alternatively to provide you with a constant speed so you can catch the wave. Never have your board between yourself and the coming waves! To avoid collision with others, keep a safe distance. Ocean yachting is quite an enterprising and dangerous sport, especially when it comes to long-distance solo events, which has caught attention of a lot of extreme sports lovers. Today's ocean racers are equipped with multi-hulled yachts and are aided by modern technology such as sophisticated communication devices and satellite-generated weather reports.

So, get ready and move to cruise in these waters- the source of ecstasy and liveliness.

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