Bond Safari Paddle Sports

About Bond Safari

Kerala,from the water.

Discover a different side of Kerala through paddling, outdoor adventure, and meaningful experiences on the water.

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The Bond Safari team, many in Muziris Water Trails T-shirts, standing behind a row of colourful kayaks and yellow paddles under green trees

Our story

A different way to experience Kerala.

Bond Safari Paddle Sports invites people to experience Kerala through its waterways. From guided paddling experiences to opportunities to learn new skills, our aim is to help more people discover the joy of being on the water.

Whether you are trying paddling for the first time, exploring with friends and family, or developing your skills through the Academy, Bond Safari brings together outdoor adventure, healthy living, and a connection with nature.

  • Discover the outdoors
  • Learn and grow on the water
  • Share experiences together

Our purpose

Why Bond Safari exists.

01

Adventure

Discover new perspectives and explore Kerala’s waterways through paddling experiences.

02

Healthy living

Make time for movement, outdoor activity, and the simple pleasure of being on the water.

03

Connection

Share experiences with friends, families, teams, and communities while building a deeper appreciation for nature.

Underpinned by safety and respect for nature, on every paddle.

Our experiences

Find your way onto the water.

All activities

Discover Kerala

Every waterway has a story.

Explore places where water, landscape, local culture, and outdoor adventure come together.

Explore all locations
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Muziris–Kottapuram

Kottapuram, Kerala · Backwater

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Muziris–North Paravur

Thattukadavu Jetty, North Paravur · Backwater

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Kovalam

Kovalam coast, Kerala · Sea

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Poovar

Poovar, Kerala

Bond Safari Academy

From your first paddleto new possibilities.

The Bond Safari Academy supports people who want to discover paddling, develop their skills, and explore opportunities for further learning.

  1. 01TryGet on the water for the first time.Personal awards
  2. 02LearnBuild personal skills and confidence.Personal awards
  3. 03QualifyTrain to teach paddlesport.Instructors
  4. 04LeadTake responsibility for groups on the water.Leaders
  5. 05CoachDevelop other paddlers.Coachs
  6. 06TutorHelp train the next generation of paddlesport professionals.Pathway details

Paddle UK courses from 2027, subject to approval.

Courses and professional development opportunities depend on course availability, eligibility and the applicable requirements. Professional courses are launching in 2027.

Explore the Academy

Our approach

Adventure, with care.

We want every paddling experience to be enjoyable and responsibly planned. Activity suitability, conditions, equipment, and guidance all matter when choosing an experience on the water.

Safety on every paddle

  • 01Appropriate activity selection
  • 02Clear participant requirements
  • 03Responsible preparation and equipment
  • 04Respect for water conditions and the environment
Read our safety guidelines

Responsible tourism

Kerala’s waterways are part of a wider natural and cultural landscape. Responsible paddling means approaching these places thoughtfully, respecting local communities, and following guidance appropriate to each location.

  • Respect the environmentBehave responsibly and care for the places you explore.
  • Respect local communitiesBe considerate of local residents, livelihoods and shared waterways.
  • Paddle responsiblyFollow location guidance, participant requirements and instructions from the team.
Learn about responsible tourism

The team

Operators who have run water sports for decades.

  • Portrait of Jackson Peter, Founder & MD, Bond Group

    Jackson Peter

    Founder & MD, Bond Group

    Jackson Peter is an award-winning adventure entrepreneur, ocean conservation advocate, and Managing Director of the Bond Group of Companies. He leads pioneering ventures in scuba diving, marine tourism, adventure sports, and ocean education across India. His mission focuses on advancing UN Sustainable Development Goals through sustainable tourism, creating one million Ocean Ambassadors, generating 100,000 direct employment opportunities and 1,000,000 indirect jobs, while building globally respected marine adventure and conservation ecosystems.

  • Portrait of Kishor Kumar, Co-Founder & Director, Marketing

    Kishor Kumar

    Co-Founder & Director, Marketing

    Entrepreneur and business strategist with 20+ years of experience across FMCG, telecom, and international business development. Formerly associated with Samsung and Nokia, now leading tourism and blue economy ventures focused on sustainable growth and innovation.

  • Portrait of Suraj Khan, Co-Founder & Director, Sales

    Suraj Khan

    Co-Founder & Director, Sales

    Founder of Suraj Khan Photography, Co-Founder & Vice President (India) of South Asian Travel Awards, and Founder & Secretary General of Indian Ocean Divers Association. Entrepreneur and management professional leading marine tourism, photography, and sustainability initiatives, with active roles in tourism development, ocean conservation, and business leadership.

  • Portrait of Shyamkumar Balakrishnan, Co-Founder & Director, Finance

    Shyamkumar Balakrishnan

    Co-Founder & Director, Finance

    Entrepreneur and senior business executive with over 25 years of leadership experience in establishing and managing businesses across India and East Africa. Brings extensive experience in business strategy, operations, finance, sales, and project management across diverse sectors including consulting, business development, skill development and training, construction, and tourism ventures.

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Membership & community

Be part of the Bond Safari community.

Whether you are joining us for your first paddle or looking for ways to enjoy the water more often, discover the membership options designed around your adventures.

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Ready when you are

Your Kerala adventurestarts here.

Find a location, choose your activity, and discover a different way to experience the water.

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