All the water sports you could want — in one stunning location on Paravur Lake, just 30 km from Varkala Beach. Kayaking, SUP, speed boat, coracle rides & more. 4.9★ rated. Open daily 6:30 AM–6:30 PM.
Every activity below is available at Mangrove Spot, Paravur Lake — 30 km / 40 min from Varkala.
Paddle through ancient mangrove canals on Paravur Lake, guided by certified experts. The canopy closes overhead as you explore this pristine ecosystem — a unique experience unavailable anywhere else near Varkala.
Test your balance on a SUP board on the calm backwaters of Paravur Lake. Instructors guide first-timers through the basics — no experience needed. A great full-body workout with stunning water views.
Experience the thrill of high-speed cruising across Paravur Lake on a powerful motor boat. Perfect for adrenaline seekers — feel the wind, the spray, and the open water of one of Kerala's most beautiful backwaters.
Step into a traditional round coracle boat — a vessel used by Kerala's fishing communities for generations. Your guide spins and navigates this unique craft on the calm backwaters. Loved by families and children.
Cruise the Paravur backwater channels on a traditional wooden country boat. This leisurely tour through coconut groves and mangrove edges offers a peaceful window into Kerala's backwater life — ideal for all ages.
Grip the handles and hold on tight as the bumper sofa skims across Paravur Lake at speed, pulled by a motor boat. A fun, laughter-filled activity perfect for groups and families seeking a lighter thrill.
| Activity | Duration | Suitable For | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kayaking | 45 min | All ages (8+) | Book → |
| SUP | 30 min | Adults (10+) | Book → |
| Speed Boat | 20 min | All ages | Book → |
| Coracle Ride | 20 min | All ages (3+) | Book → |
| Country Boat | 30–40 min | All ages | Book → |
| Bumper Sofa | 15 min | All ages | Book → |
* Pre-book online to save 25% on all activities. Pricing available on the booking page.
From Varkala Beach
30 km
~40 min by road
From Kollam City
28 km
~35 min by road
From Thiruvananthapuram
65 km
~75 min by road
From Alappuzha
85 km
~100 min by road
Mangrove Spot is open daily 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Ample parking on-site. Perfect for a morning water sports excursion from Varkala, followed by an afternoon at Varkala Cliff Beach.
Mangrove Spot, 30 km from Varkala, offers kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), speed boat rides, coracle rides, country boat backwater tours, and bumper sofa rides — all in one location on Paravur Lake.
Mangrove Spot at Nedungolam, Paravur is the highest-rated water sports destination near Varkala, with a 4.9★ rating from over 5,300 reviews. It offers the widest range of activities — from calm mangrove kayaking to exciting speed boat rides.
Mangrove Spot offers a completely different experience to beach water sports. Instead of ocean waves and currents, you explore calm, protected backwater canals and mangrove ecosystems. It is safer for families and children, more nature-immersive, and includes activities unavailable on the beach — like mangrove kayaking and coracle rides.
Pre-book online for 25% off. Open daily 6:30 AM – 6:30 PM. 30 km from Varkala · Paravur Lake · Kollam, Kerala