Sailing activities in Asia
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Houseboat
Renting a houseboat designed like a kettuvallam (rice barge) could be one of your most expensive experiences in India, but it's worth every darned rupee. Drifting through quiet canals lined with coconut palms, eating deliciously authentic Keralan food, meeting local villagers and sleeping on the water under a galaxy of stars - it's a world away from the clamour of India.
Houseboats cater for groups (up to eight bunks) or couples (one or two double bedrooms). Food (and an onboard chef to cook it) is generally included in the quoted cost. Houseboats can be chartered through the DTPC in Kollam or Alleppey, or a multitude of private operators.
This is the biggest business in…
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Mr Emdad
Good boat tour operators in Mongla include, Mr Emdad. In recent years, the forestry department has banned any independent boats from Mongla (and other towns) from taking tourists on overnight trips into the Sundarbans. This rule was brought in after a couple of nasty incidents involving lost boats.
Nowadays, no matter what boatmen in Mongla may tell you, the only way to travel independently into the Sundarbans from Mongla is on a day trip to the Karamjal Forest Station. With raised walkways, viewing platforms and a small 'zoo' it's hardly the back of beyond, but surprisingly in recent years it's been one of the best places to see a tiger thanks to a lone cat that has…
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Changi Sailing Centre
This centre rents out j-24s (24ft keel boats) on one-day charters for $180 a day, including petrol. You will need to show a sailing proficiency certificate.
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Airwaves
Airwaves, based at the Sailing Club, is an outfit offering kitesurfing, windsurfing and sailing lessons, plus equipment rentals.
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Rolly Tasker Sailmakers
If you need sails, Rolly Tasker can outfit you. Riggings, spars and hardware are also available.
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Faraway Sail & Dive Expeditions
For information on yacht charters (both bareboat and crewed), yacht sales and yacht deliveries.
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Yachtpro International
For information on yacht charters (both bareboat and crewed), yacht sales and yacht deliveries.
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Sunsail Yacht Charters
For information on yacht charters (both bareboat and crewed), yacht sales and yacht deliveries.
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Thai Marine Leisure
For information on yacht charters (both bareboat and crewed), yacht sales and yacht deliveries.
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