🌿 1. Wills Boat House (Arts & Crafts Village, Murungapakkam)
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What they do: Sit‑on‑top kayaks through Gingee River mangroves. Single & double kayaks.
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Prices: ₹800 (double) / ₹1,000 (single) for 60 min; ₹1,450 / ₹1,800 for 120 min
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Timings: Morning (6–9 AM) & evening (3–6 PM), tide‑dependent
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Booking: Advance via WhatsApp +91‑76049‑42994
🚣 2. Neelakkadal (Ariyankuppam / Arikamedu Road)
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What they do: Mangrove kayaking—guided tours, plus sunrise/sunset boat rides, fishing, birding
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Prices: From ₹700 / person for a mangrove kayaking session, plus boat rides from ₹500
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Equipment & Safety: Life jackets, certified instructors included
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Contact: +91‑87546‑44366,
🌀 3. Jolly Tourism / Wills Boat House
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Located near Arikamedu backwaters, this operator offers mangrove kayaking sessions:
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Double kayak: ₹450 (30–40 min) or ₹700 (1 hr)
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Single kayak: ₹600 (30–40 min) or ₹900 (1 hr)
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🚤 4. Sandunes Beach (Beachside Operator)
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What they do: Coastal kayaking along Sandunes Beach.
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Details: 2-person max, guided by staff, min age ~15 years, sessions ~30 min
🛥️ 5. Pondicherry Beach Escapes
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What they offer: Backwater/mangrove kayaking tours with safety briefings; suitable for all ages (7+) and abilities .
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Focus: Eco-friendly paddling, environmental awareness .
🧭 6. Universal Adventures
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What they do: Short 15‑minute kayaking experiences with guided paddling.
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Price: ₹200 per person
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Timing: 9:30 AM–6 PM .
