Name: Pondy Yacht Club
Address: White Town
Telephone: 9894966127
Price range: Not available
Rating: 4.8

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Pondy Yacht Club

Pondy’s premier sailing, kayaking and mangrove adventures

White Town

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Open until 1:00 PM

Pondy Yacht Club (PYC), established in 2022 by Aurofilio and Anjali, is situated in the tranquil Thengaithittu estuary, approximately 4 km from Pondicherry’s heritage town and 5 km from Rock Beach.

Services Offered:

Sailing Experiences: PYC offers sailing adventures suitable for all ages and experience levels, providing a unique opportunity to explore the Bay of Bengal.

Training Courses: The club provides sailing courses, including basic introductions to sailing, catering to both children and adults.

Water Activities: In addition to sailing, PYC offers various water sports and activities, enhancing the overall experience for visitors.

Sailing Experience

Mangrove Sail

Duration: 45 mins – Morning / Afternoon
Cost: ₹1,770 per person, taxes included

Bay of Bengal – Short Sail

Duration: 1 hr – Morning, Afternoon and Evening
Cost: ₹2,360 per person, taxes included

Bay of Bengal – Long Sail

Duration: 1h 30mins – Early Morning
Cost: ₹3,540 per person, taxes included

FEATURES

Well Known For :

Sailing & kayak cruises through mangroves and Bay of Bengal aboard seabird-class boats like “Kai

Slot Limit :

Max 4 per boat/sail session

Age Limit :

8+ years for sailing, all ages for supervised kayak tours

Duration :

45 min to 90 min per sail / kayak session

Best Time :

Early mornings (7:30–10 AM) & late afternoons (4–5 PM) for calm waters and good lighting

Activity Locations:

Thengaithittu Estuary, Harbour Rd Extension, Puducherry 605004

Price Range:

₹1,500 – ₹3,000 + GST per person

Age Groups

Teens

Adults

Kids (8+)

Group Size

Small Groups

Difficulty Level:

Beginner

Skill Levels:

Beginner

Includes:

Club Membership

Safety Gears

Boat Charter

Instructor

Refreshments

Type of Activities

Kayaking

Sailing

Lagoon Cruise

Best Time to Visit

Early mornings (7:30–10 AM) & late afternoons (4–5 PM) for calm waters and good lighting

Highlights

Lagoon kayak with mangrove birdwatching
90‑min seaside sail on “Kai”
Eco‑workshops on mangrove & bird lif
Small‑group sessions (max 4 per boat)

Timings :

Daily 07:30 am - 01:00 pm

Daily 02:00 pm - 05:30 pm

Water Sport

Activity Type

Services

Family Friendly

Sailing

Kayaking

Lagoon Cruise

Mangrove

Eco-Experience

Amenities

Parking

Life Jackets

Boats

Clubhouse

Restrooms

Bar & Cafe

Eco-Education

Available on days

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sundary

Languages

English, Tamil

Types of Activities

Kayaking

Sailing

Lagoon Cruise

Nestled in Thengaithittu lagoon, Pondy Yacht Club is perfect for both leisurely paddles and scenic sea sails. Their small-group lessons, eco-awareness workshops, and events like MangroOve Sessions offer a holistic coastal experience curated by a passionate sailing collective.

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