Jet Skiing in India

What it is

The fastest thrill-per-minute ride on this list. Short guided runs are everywhere on tourist beaches; longer solo rides are available where operators are licensed for them.

When to go

October to May. Beach water sports counters close during the monsoon when the surf is rough.

First time?

Standard rides are pillion or short supervised runs after a safety briefing, so there is nothing to learn first. Life jackets are mandatory and provided.

Where to do it

• Baga and Calangute, Goa

  the busiest jet ski beaches in India

• Andaman Islands

  clearer water, rides from Port Blair and Havelock

• Kerala beaches

  seasonal operations at Kovalam and Varkala