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Kayaking in Mangrove Forest of Paravur Backwaters near Varkala and Kollam

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Kayaking in Mangrove Forest of Paravur Backwaters near Varkala and Kollam
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About This Tour

Paravur Backwaters is one of the lesser known, tightly kept secret locations in southern Kerala. The Paravur Backwaters is safe and a sheltered waterbody, without much influence of the tidal effects. You can be assured of the safety as the depth of the lake in general is not more than 10 feet and not wider than 1 km. This ensures you don't paddle out and lose orientation in unknown waters. Our paddling center is located on a tiny sandbar (not wider than 70 meters) that sits between Arabian Sea and Paravur Backwaters. Unique and a very rare trail of 10 KM distance which allows the participants to paddle and experience two types of waterbodies (Trip starts from saltwater area and go to east side of fresh water area and return.) – Paddle under and pass the Railway Bridge. – Visit Chithan Thampuran Temple Island. – Paddle through the tunnels and canals inside the Mangrove Forest. – Visit Black Devil Snail Sandbar Islands.

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Kayaking through the narrow mangrove forest tunnel under the green shade.

Kayaking through the narrow mangrove forest tunnel under the green shade.

Kayaking through mangrove forest tunnel.

Kayaking through mangrove forest tunnel.

During 3:00 pm Mangrove Forest trips, you will be able to reach Black Devil Snail Sandbar and experience sunset if weather permits.

During 3:00 pm Mangrove Forest trips, you will be able to reach Black Devil Snail Sandbar and experience sunset if weather permits.

Paddling near Mangrove Forest Island.

Paddling near Mangrove Forest Island.

Paddling inside Mangrove Forest Island Canals.

Paddling inside Mangrove Forest Island Canals.

10 KM route of Mangrove Forest Trip.

10 KM route of Mangrove Forest Trip.

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What's Included

Single or Tandem Kayaks (Sit on top kayaks)
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Public Liability Insurance
TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee

What's Not Included

Food and drinks

Additional Information

Wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age as independant paddler is 10 years
Operates in rain or shine conditions except when it's windy/lightning that makes paddling unsafe.
Please dress appropriately for the weather. Keep a change of cloth.

Meeting Point

Our paddling center is next to beach, with direct access to backwaters. Ample car parking space available inside our facility. Please arrive 10 to 15 minutes earlier to your trip starting time.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather

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