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Stand-Up Paddleboarding in Bekal- Kerela

Activities — Outdoors

Duration: 2 hours
Difficulty: Somewhere In Between
Accomodation: No Accomodation
Solo Friendly

Standup paddleboarding (SUP) is a water sport born from surfing with modern roots in Hawaii. Stand up paddleboarders stand on boards that are floating on the water, and use a paddle to propel themselves through the water.

Located on the west of the Malabar coastline, Bekal is a small town in the Kasargod district of Kerala. It is famous for its beaches, backwaters, forts and some tourists spots. Bekal is home to the largest fortress in Kerala. It's one of the primary landmarks of Kasargod district.

Shaped like a giant keyhole, the Bekal fort is bordered by the Arabian on three sides. A set of 45 caves called the Nityanandashram caves, Kappil Beach and Chandragiri fort are few of the other major attractions

After your arrival at the adventure spot, our team will connect with you and aid you in understanding the activity.

How to Reach?

By Air

Travelers who are planning to get to Bekal by air need to fly to Mangalore airportwhich is the nearest airport being about 50 kilometers away. One can easily get a taxi to reach your final destination in Bekal.

By Rail

The two nearest major railway stations to Bekal are Kasargod and Kanhangad. Both railway stations are around 12 kilometers away from Bekal. One can easily get taxi for Bekal after reaching here. Other nearby railway stations are Kottikulam and Pallikere and only local trains stop at both of these railway stations.

By Road

One can also rely on roadways to reach Bekal as there are numbers of buses ply by KSRTC bus services. The major towns are Kanhangad and Kasargod located just at 12 kilometers distance from Bekal. Apart from this, you can also hire taxi to reach Bekal from major cities like Mangalore. Coimbatore is just 358 km away from Bekal while Bangalore and Mangalore are located at a distance of 381 km and 67 km respectively.

How To Prepare?

SUP requires you to have a good aerobic base along with strength and flexibility.
It's a good work of legs and arms so do stretch both before you start!
When you’re out Stand-up paddling, your legs are just as important as the rest of your body. In order to be agile and quick on your feet, it’s essential to keep them stretched and toned.
Drink plenty of water: SUP can be dehydrating, so it’s important to drink lots of water.
Eat healthy snacks: Bring along some healthy snacks like fruits and nuts to keep your energy up.
Take breaks: If you’re feeling tired, take a break. It’s better to paddle for a shorter time at a leisurely pace than to push yourself too hard and end up exhausted.
Wear sunscreen: The sun can be harmful, even when it’s not that hot out. Make sure to wear sunscreen to protect your skin.
Dress appropriately: Wear the necessary and appropriate clothes.

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