THRILLING EXPERIENCE IN WATER SPORTS IN
ANDAMAN
What fun is it for a non-swimmer in Andaman, you’ll only end up watching all your
friends splashing into the water, while you sit and sulk, right? Wrong! ‘Cause
what if you can’t swim, if you have the heart you can have as much fun in the
waters as a pro swimmer can.
There’s a trove of adventure sports in Andaman that
wouldn’t require mastery in swimming, however you have to have the heart to
plunge into the sea with your life jacket on. Don’t worry there’ll be someone
to save you, if you see that big fin coming towards you!
So, here are some of the famed water sports in Andaman
that you can try (no swimming required):
1. Banana Boat Rides
Out of all adventure activities in Andaman,
banana boat rides are splendidly fun and exciting. At a time six people can
ride these boats that are shaped like a banana and are tied behind a speed boat
to gain rush. They are perfectly safe as you’re given life jackets and instructor
is always sent along on the trips.
2. Snorkeling
If you haven’t tried snorkeling before, give it a go and
you’ll know what you’ve been missing. As the colourful reefs of Havelock Island
shimmers through your goggles you’ll know what made Ringo Starr sing “Octopus’s
Garden”. See the underwater marine life and view the rarest of corals while
enjoying one of the best water activities in Andaman at
the North Bay Island.
3. Scuba Diving
There are numerous scuba diving centres in Andaman from
where you can get your PADI certificate and no, you don’t have to know swimming
for that. For other tougher levels and to go into open waters you have to be a
little skilled in swimming but not for PADI. So, what are you waiting for,
those colourful corals and enchanting water life is waiting for you. It is
after all one of the best water sports in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
4. Parasailing
Another one of the incredible water sports
activities in Andaman that non swimmers can enjoy. Parasailing is a
sport that is a wonderful mix of water and air borne adventure. You’re tied
behind a motor boat while harnessed in a parachute. So, you fly like a kite
behind the boat as it speeds off into the sea. Superbly thrilling it is!
5. Undersea Walking
Undersea walking is another superbly fun adventure sports
in Andaman. Absolutely no experience required, no complicated equipment to
handle and you get to walk on the smooth and clean sand of the sea floor with a
helmet which offers a close up view of the underwater world without any hassle.
No wonder it’s one of the most popular water sports in Andaman and Nicobar
Islands.
Quick Fact: It’s
perfectly safe as well because the instructors are constantly available. Also,
you could keep your glasses or contact lenses on and your fancy hairdo wouldn’t
mess up either.
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