Are you into water sports? Read on as You! takes a look...
Let’s face it, there’s not much that we get to do in the city. Either we go to restaurants, cafes or dhabas or simply gather at a friend’s house to chill out. But is all of this really fun? We have been doing this for years now haven’t we? Well, if you want to change things up a notch and really do something fun then water sports is the way to go. Many of us may not know about this but since the past few years, a few groups of experienced individuals have brought to the city the activity of water sports. And no you don’t have to be a swimmer to enjoy these water sports. All you need is the heart and energy to go ahead with it, as well as a little bit of money. Yes, guys it’s summer time and what better way to enjoy the last days of your vacations than by indulging into a day filled with water sports. Where can you do this you ask? Charna Island, of course. Open up Facebook or Google and look for Diver’s reef Karachi, Indus scuba, Karachi water sports club and Karachi Scuba diving centre. The team of people handling these clubs are highly experienced and trained and will provide you with all the equipment and training you need to indulge in water sports. They provide the transport and the boat to take you to Charna Island and there you can go crazy amidst the beautiful cliffs and sparkling clear water. Here are a few of the activities being offered:
Cliff jumping
This water sport also requires no training and one can go ahead cliff jumping with just a few tips from experienced individuals. It also requires no equipment but those who can’t swim can jump while wearing an inflatable vest. Why is cliff jumping so exciting you ask? Well, imagine yourself standing on a cliff that is at least 50 feet high. Now imagine jumping from that very cliff and falling into the arms of a cold blue sea. It might sound scary to many but those who have done it, know how invigorating the experience is. And the best part is that it’s safe and anyone who has an energetic spirit can do it.
Kneeboarding
This is an aquatic sport where the participant is towed on a board that’s tied with a rope to a motorboat. Kneeboarding on a surf style board with fin(s) is also done on waves at the beach. This requires little training and all the rider has to do is kneel on their heels on the board, and secure themselves to the deck with a strap over their thighs.
The fun part is that the rider hangs on to a tow-rope while the motor boat speeds away. This sport is not scary at all to perform and is fun at the same time as you get to float on water with great speed while the wind rushes through you. It is truly an exhilarating experience.
Scuba diving
Scuba diving is a form of underwater diving in which a diver uses a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba) to breathe underwater. Scuba divers carry their own source of breathing gas, usually compressed air, allowing them greater freedom of movement. A scuba diver usually moves around underwater by using fins attached to the feet, but external propulsion can be provided by a diver propulsion vehicle, or a sled pulled from the surface.
Amongst all other sports, scuba diving is by far the best as it allows you to go underwater completely where you can see and feel marine life up close. It requires some training though and you need to know to swim if you are interested in scuba diving.
Snorkelling
Snorkelling is not a difficult sport at all and can be enjoyed by anyone. It is the practice of swimming on the upper layer of water while equipped with a diving mask, a shaped tube called a snorkel, and usually fins. Use of this equipment allows the snorkeler to observe underwater attractions for extended periods with relatively little effort. The appeal of snorkelling is the opportunity to observe underwater life in a natural setting without the complicated equipment and training required for scuba diving. Snorkelling requires only breathing through the snorkel. All one has to do is take their heads and feet under water and you will be able to see all sorts of marine life including fishes of various colours as well as under water rocks and formations. For those who can’t swim, an inflatable vest can be worn so they can float away in the water. Trust us, this is one sport that all adventurous individuals and nature lovers should go for. You will definitely be mesmerized with the glimpses of underwater life.
So what are you waiting for guys? Go ahead and look up these amazing water sports clubs in Karachi and head out for a fun day with family and friends. We guarantee you will love every bit of the experience.