12 Thrilling Adventure Sports in Chennai

Chennai offers a plethora of activities for tourists to engage in. There are parks to chill out at, it has a good nightlife to enjoy, plenty of restaurants to sample delicious food and adventure sports.

Speaking of adventure sports, in Chennai, you can enjoy the thrills and excitement of adventure sports in abundance. Whether it is the wind in your hair or exploring the depths of the sea, in Chennai you can experience adventure sports that will keep the adventure lovers in you thrilled.

Best Adventure Sports in Chenna

1. Paintball

There is nothing more thrilling than enjoying a little fun and games with your friends. Add a challenge to it by battling them, in a fun way of course at a Paintball Arena.

In Chennai, you have many paintball arenas, equipped with challenging layouts. You are given all the safety equipment and are briefed about the dos and don’ts. If you follow all instructions, your paintball experience in Chennai should be a safe one.

• Where to Enjoy: Take Diversion, Old Pallavaram; Off Road Sports, East Coast Road.

2. Scuba diving

Chennai’s gorgeous coastline is a great spot for scuba diving. This is probably why many tour operators have set-up scuba diving facilities around the many beaches in Chennai. But if you are looking to explore the undersea and have a great scuba diving experience, head to Covelong Beach in Chennai.

At the beach, you can enjoy some of the best scuba diving experiences in South India. The water is crystal clear and you’ll get to see old shipwrecks and lovely underwater flora.

• Where to Enjoy: Covelong Beach, Chennai

3. Camping

There are many spots in and around Chennai that are ideal for camping. These sites are surrounded by impressive surroundings During the colder periods, the weather is perfect for organizing a camp.

Near Chennai, there are camping sites that not only let you explore the beauty of the region but offer additions like boating and a few adventure sports too.

• Where to Enjoy: Camping at Yelagiri

4. Trekking

The mountains in and around Chennai are the best setting for a good trek. It is no wonder then that many adventure enthusiasts often enjoy hiking and trekking as a favourite weekend pastime activity.

The peak trekking season is just before the monsoon kicks in full swing. That is when you will see local trekkers heading out to the hills in numbers. A good way of enjoying a trek is to pair it with camping and a few adventure sports such as zip line and rock climbing.

• Where to Enjoy: Nagalapuram, about 100 kilometres away from Chennai

5. Parasailing

If you love a good challenge, then you have got to try parasailing in Chennai. Held on boats off the coast of the Marina and Cove beaches, this adventure sport is popular with most tourists. You can either go solo or with your partner.

Rides cost about Rs. 700 for a 20-minute solo ride during the peak season. If you are scared of heights, you might want to avoid this ride.

• Where to Enjoy: Cove and Marina beaches

6. Surfing

Surfing the tides at the Covelong beach is a lot of fun and Chennai is one of the few places where you can enjoy it in India. Hit the waves and have an exciting time on the sea.

If you aren’t a professional, you can enrol for surfing classes at the Covelong Beach in Chennai and then try your hand at surfing on the high seas.

• Where to Enjoy: Covelong Beach

7. Rock Climbing

When compared to other adventure sports mentioned in this article, rock climbing is toughest. It required a lot of strength and focus. Although it is tough, it is certainly not mundane and boring. You can experience quite a thrill of climbing down the mountain.

The best place to enjoy rock climbing in Chennai is at Kambakkam, the hill stands about 3000 square kilometres above sea level. Before you begin your climb, make sure you have all the safety gear in place and have soaked in all the instructions passed down by the instructors.

• Where to Enjoy: Kambakkam

8. Wildlife Tours

Although a wildlife tour is not strenuous, it can be quite exciting. The greenery and the variety of animal species that can be seen at the many wildlife sanctuaries and parks in and around  Chennai are exciting.

You have the Guindy National Park and the snake park in Chennai as well as the Madras Crocodile Park located close by, that are great places to enjoy nature and explore the wild. If you are looking for more adventure, head out further to the Amirthi Zoological Park to catch glimpses of different peacock species.

• Where to Enjoy: Guindy National Park, Guindy Snake Park, Madras Crocodile Park

9. Sailing in Chennai

If you are looking to escape the hustle of the city life and at the same time enjoy a bit of adventure, head over to the high seas for a bit of sailing. If you know how to maneuver a sailboat, you can hire one from the Madras Boat Club, else you can choose to go sailing on a private boat.

There are many boats that depart from the Marina and the Covelong Beach.  In case you are keen and are in Chennai on a month’s holiday, you can register yourself for sailing classes at the Madras Boat Club.

• Where to Enjoy: Madras Boat Club, Marina & Covelong Beaches

10. Off-Roading

If you love motorsports and adventure then you will be delighted with the Off-Roading experiences in Chennai. Zip-zap-zoom through rocky terrain, slushy pathways and wobbled roads and experience a new thrill unlike ever before.

Most off-roading experiences in Chennai are held on the outskirts, not too far away from Chennai.

• Where to Enjoy: Mamallapuram

11. Paramotoring

If you are an adventure seeker looking to try a new activity, we suggest Paramotoring. Through the sport, you can feel an adrenaline rush and the wind in your face.

Exciting and relaxing at the time, paramotoring is a must-try adventure sport for any adventure sports enthusiast who is in Chennai.

• Where to Enjoy: Adventures aero sports, Palavakkam

12. Obstacle Courses

If you are up for a special adventure or love a good challenge, try the obstacle course at Adventure Zone in Chennai. The course has challenging obstacles to overcome and passing through them will make you feel a sense of great achievement.

To complete the course you will have to climb walls, slide in slush, move up ropes and tyre walls as well as crawl under barbed wires.

• Where to Enjoy: Adventure Zone

Chennai has fabulous places to enjoy adventure sports. The city gives you the chance to try your hand at challenging and thrilling adventure sports. Whether you love the water, sailing in the air or even want to challenge yourself to complete an obstacle course, you can do it all in Chennai.

So, what are you waiting for, head out to enjoy outdoor adventure sports in Chennai?