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India's classics.
The 8 best canoes & kayaks tours in India, gathered in one place. What each one includes, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
Paddle Goa’s Sal Backwaters through mangroves and lotus ponds. Spot kingfishers, herons, otters, and local plants on a 1.5h tour.
“Really relaxing activity... tranquil kayaking, beautiful scenery, guides were really great before, during and after!”
Shikara canoe cruise from Cochin to Alappuzha: paddy fields, coconut palms, and village life on a calm 3-hour backwater ride.
“The tour was great. The only concern was that the ride was too long but we survived. Both the car driver and the boat driver/guide were great.”
Kayak the Paravur Backwaters mangrove canals near Varkala and Kollam with guide Samson, stable sit-on-top boats, and calm motorboat-free paddling.
“Beautiful activity ! experienced and kind staff . Professional accompaniment . Great bang for the buck”
Sunrise kayaking in Alleppey backwaters with a small group, guided paddle through canals and lakes, and a mid-trip tea snack by an island village.
“The young guides spent the whole time at the front chatting to each other or on their phones. They glanced back approx 3-4 times in total to check we were there, but weren’t really bothered about anyone’s safety. Seeing the sunrise Read more”
Kayak Alleppey backwaters in a 6-hour private tour: Chennamkary, Kainakary, Venattukad villages, birds, optional open-water swim.
“I only had 24 hrs in the backwaters and this was a perfect way to experience and get emerged in it. I absolutely loved paddling around the backwaters, observing and interacting with the locals, and taking in the beautiful scenery and seeing incredible birds. My guide was pRead more”
Paddle Goa’s Salonia backwaters by kayak for 1.5 hours, with a guide, included gear, fruit juice, and big birdlife in North Goa.
Goa mangrove kayaking timed to high tide for calm paddling, wildlife spotting, family-friendly safety, and snacks included near Candolim.
“Calm and peaceful experience guided by warm and welcoming people. We did not expect to enjoy as much as we did and can’t wait to go back and do it all over again soon.”
Kayak through Goa’s mangroves on Spike’s River for wildlife spotting, pro instruction, and included snacks and drinks in about 2 hours.
“A good experience, safe and excellent instruction. Kayaks great to ride and a lovely local guide took us out on the river.”
