Goa is the perfect beach destination, offering a fabulous mix of scenic beauty, amazing food and a wide range of water sports. The beaches of Goa are not only places to laze around and gorge on sumptuous Goan delights. They offer a large number of entertaining beach activities that will leave you asking for more. These water sports of Goa are ideal for the lovers of sports and adventure. They also make you come face to face with the elements and enjoy the sea up close. Among the various water sports of Goa, Dinghy sailing has become very popular due to its slow, leisurely pace. It is ideal for those who want to enjoy the sea in a relaxed mood along with friends or family.
The boats used in Goa for Dinghy sailing are about 15 feet in length. They can accommodate 3-4 people. The boats have two sails and side decks. Dinghy sailing is chiefly a leisure activity. It does not require any special skills, or athletic abilities. The sport is also known as sandwich and beer sailing, indicating its leisurely nature.
You need to learn the basics, though. Maneuvering the boat and using the sails properly requires training. If you are a beginner, you can get training from trainers provided by the organizations that offer the various water sports on the beaches.
Sailing with your friends or families while the blue sea water passes gently beneath you can be a memorable experience. If you are lucky, you might even catch dolphins and a variety of fishes.
The best time to go for Dinghy sailing in Goa is between October to May. The weather is pleasant during this time, and the sky remains clear too. The monsoon months (July - September) are accompanied by heavy rain and thunderstorms, and as such are not suited for sailing.
The other adventure and water sports of Goa include wind sailing, surfing, water skiing motor boating, jet Skiing, Para sailing, and water scootering.
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