Parasailing in Kerala


Imagine that you are gliding 100 feet above the cerulean sea, clinging to a parachute and slowly but steadily you are landing down on the moving boat, but suddenly your concentration is stirred and you fall in the water with a splash! And again you go up, up in the air! Isn't this experience breath- taking?

Or just think that you are skipping off a steep cliff and then you are soaring in the sky with the aid of a parachute, flying like a bird...amidst the blue sky..the wind caressing your lock..no it is not a dream, but a reality! Come to Kerala to fulfill this dream!

Kerala, God's own country is also known as the land of waterbodies as it is bordered by the Arabian Sea at one side and has an intricate mesh of lazuline backwaters, lakes and 44 rivers with their extensive tributaries and distributaries. Thus availability of such a large number of bodies of water make Kerala a fine destination for water sports and thrilling activities like Catamaran Sailing, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Wind Surfing, Canoeing and obviously Para Sailing.

Such adventurous activities are arranged by numerous Beach Resorts and Sports club. Every beach offers different type of activities owing to the depth of the water and other favorable resources.

Parasailing has gained great popularity among the youngsters. It is a perfect sport for those who are brimming with enthusiasm and zest for life, for those who are not afraid of heights and who are the lovers of risks. Best time-Parasailing can be done anytime except for monsoons.

The Varkala Beach which is located about 51 km from Thiruvananthapuram, offers scuba diving, parasailing, deep sea fishing and windsurfing .The Alappuzha Beach also offers water sports activities. There are three kinds of parasailing- Platform Parasailing, Beach Parasailing and Winchboat Parasailing.

Parasailing Safety Tips

  • You should parasail with a proper licensed company operating from a well-established location.
  • Don't parasail during the monsoon season or while its raining or the weather is foggy.
  • Don't ever fly over 600 feet
  • You should be well aware about the parasailing equipments and methods and never try to experiment.


Last Updated on 26 May 2011