Kayaking at Port Blair

Overview

What this activity is, and why travellers book it.

Paddle through calm waters and peaceful mangrove creeks and enjoy the quiet, natural side of the Andaman Islands

Paddle through calm sea water and peaceful green mangrove creeks near Port Blair.
No kayaking experience or swimming skills needed; you learn the basics in just a few minutes.
A trained and experienced guide stays with your group throughout the whole trip.
Spot coastal birds, crabs, small fish and mudskippers living in the mangrove forest.
Learn interesting facts about mangroves and the local island ecosystem from your guide.
A relaxing, eco-friendly adventure perfect for couples, families, friends and nature lovers.

What to expect

How the session runs, step by step.

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Step 1
<p>Your kayaking adventure begins at the starting point near Port Blair, where our friendly guide welcomes you and gives a short safety briefing. In about 10 minutes, you will learn how to sit in the kayak, hold the paddle and steer easily. After wearing your life jacket, you will get into a single or double kayak and start paddling across calm, open water. Soon, you enter quiet mangrove creeks where tall trees, twisted roots and green canopies create a peaceful natural tunnel. Paddle at a relaxed pace, listen to the birds and look out for crabs, small fish and mudskippers along the way. Your guide shares interesting facts about the mangroves and island life and helps you whenever needed. With short breaks in between, the trip lasts about 1.5 to 2 hours and leaves you feeling refreshed and close to nature.</p>