Windsurfing

Windsurfing is one of the most popular water sports in Goa. The beaches of Goa offer a host of entertaining and adventure activities. Windsurfing is very popular among the tourists, Indian as well as foreign. The stylish sport has many followers all over the world, and in Goa, you will come across numerous operators specializing in water sports offering windsurfing equipment and training.

Windsurfing is an attractive sport, involving the use of fiberglass surfboards that are attached to small sails. There are five components of a windsurfing board - the board, sail, mast, boom and mast base. Additional equipment like wet suits and other gear can be hired from the operators. The colorful boards look beautiful, especially when a large number of windsurfers flock together around the popular beaches of Goa.

The sport requires fine balance and the use of the sail in addition to agility and muscle power. Maneuvering the sail and balancing the board on the waves test both the above skills. Efficiency comes with practice and proper training. The sport is a fine combination of surfing and sailing, both of which are among the popular adventure sports in Goa. Various competitions and other events are regularly held in Goa from time to time, and windsurfing always features in them as a major attraction.

All the major beaches of Goa offer equipment and training facilities for windsurfing. Dona Paula is the main spot for windsurfing. On a clear day, you will come across numerous boards on the water, creating a colorful collage. The other beaches offering facilities for the sport include Calangute, Baga, Miramar, Bogmalo and Vagator.

Windsurfing is a wonderful way to enjoy the sea and the sunny weather of Goa. You can learn the basics in a very short time, and enjoy the sport along with your friends, or family.

The sunny and uniform weather of Goa is perfect for the sport. The gentle winds and the relatively calm sea make wind surfing very easy. November to March would be the best time to go for this sport. The monsoon months, (July - September) should be avoided, as you may encounter heavy showers and thunderstorms.