6 Best Adventure Sports In Kochi
Kochi is known for its extensive natural and scenic beauty. It’s time that we break the conventions and lift the more exciting and nerve-racking areas to explore in Kochi. So here are the top five places where you can enjoy life to its fullest engaging yourself in varied adventure sports. Read on to know more!
1. Scuba Diving
2. Water Skiing
3. Beach & Backwater Cycling
4. Kayaking
5. Banana Ride
6. Bhoothathankettu Trekking
1. Scuba Diving
Provided that Kochi is situated on the waterfront, it is only normal for it to have a variety of water sports. Scuba diving is one of them. Here you can watch underwater wildlife and take pictures and shoot videos of it as well. The activity lasts for about 45 minutes and is one of the adventure sports in Kochi that you can’t miss. You do not need to know or be an excellent swimmer to enjoy the activity. It is quite easy and can be enjoyed by every one of us. You will be trained by a coach diver as well before you get ready to jump into the ocean and get to the real deal. It starts at Scuba Kochi Drive Centre and ends there as well.
Location: Statue Rd, Chullickal, Kochi, Kerala 682001
Price: Starts from INR 6000
2. Water Skiing
Speaking of water-related adventure sports in Kochi water skiing is a must. Here you can enjoy the views of the far-spread tranquil waters and explore the waves that are till yet the less inhabited areas. The best part is the security of the sport as all of it takes place in the presence of a professional. The feeling of flying over the water is one to behold for a lifetime. The place for the activity, however, will be informed only after you book for the same. The activity starts from early morning say around 6 am and continues till early evening such as 6 to7 pm. Another thing to keep in mind is to be careful as the activity can turn you dizzy with all the excitement and thrill.
Location: Cherai Beach – Munambam Rd, Cherai, Kuzhuppilly, Kerala 683515
Price: Starts from INR 2250
3. Beach & Backwater Cycling
If you are an energetic person and like to exercise a lot, then this is a sport just for you. The trip begins from Fort Cochin and then soon leaves the busy city road to enter the rural areas where you can enjoy the serenity of life and even interact with the locals. The activity is not much of a risky game, and you will be provided with all necessary amenities such as a helmet for safety and even a gear changing bike. Kochi is a beautiful place. And what better way to enjoy its beauty and sweetness by a slow smooth cycle tour throughout the city, especially the old parts and the beaches and backwaters. The activity starts at around 7 in the morning.
Location: Fact QTS. C 59, PO, Udyogamandal, Eloor, Kochi, Kerala 683501
Price: Starts from INR 4800
4. Kayaking
Kayaking is one of the most adrenaline spiking water adventure sports in Kochi. It uses a Kayak to move about in the water, but differs from canoeing in the sitting postures and the position of the paddles. While in the middle of the sport, the water touches your face and you get the wind in your hair, it is but a moment to cherish for a lifetime. Once you sync with your trainer or whoever the other person is with you, this is the most thrilling and exciting activities of all times. This too, however, takes place around the early morning hours of say 7 am or so and the exact location of the activity will reach you only after you have booked for the same. The times, however, are bendable according to the guests’ preferences.
Location: Princess St, Fort Nagar, Fort Kochi, Kochi, Kerala 682001
Price: Starts from INR 1000
5. Banana Ride
This is an activity that can be performed individually as well as in and with a group. This high-speed water sport is capable of making people feel dizzy from all the excitement and thrill. To avoid any kind of mishap, follow the instructions carefully. During the activity, you get a detailed and beautiful view of the shorelines and for five minutes straight, you feel as though you are sitting on top of the world as you glide over the waves in the banana-shaped boats. This is one of the best adventure sports in Kochi and starts in the early hours of the morning. It has a good managing unit, as once you book the slot for your activity, you immediately get a confirmation voucher. Keep the group small to enjoy the ride to a greater extent.
Location: Cherai Beach – Munambam Rd, Cherai, Kuzhuppilly, Kerala 683515
Price: Starts from INR 500
6. Bhoothathankettu Trekking
This is a dam, which also doubles up as a tourist location. The ambiance and atmosphere that the place gives are enough to spark off a thrill in the minds of those visiting it. The mythical and historical background of the place makes it a must-visit and trekking here makes for one of the best adventure sports in Kochi. It is said that when Tipu Sultan was resting near the dam with this army, to attack Kerala later, some patriotic men had opened the gates of the dam causing a huge flood that forced the army to disperse. Sitting amidst the greenery with the dam’s water just in front of you, you could not have a better idea of a quiet adventure such as this.
Location: The place is situated outside the village of Pindimana, about 10 km from Kothamangalam and 50 km from Kochi.
Price: NA
