9 Incredible Spots You Can Only Visit Using A Small Watercraft

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Are you a wanderer? Has the pandemic rendered you helpless from the call of adventure? The year 2020 had been so long for us who reserved the rest of our lives into going on magical journeys. So while we are waiting patiently for the time we can safely travel again, let's check out some recommendations from other tourists and make the ultimate plan for the next trip.

Working from home has left a lot of us feeling trapped in our own spaces. Long hours of attending meetings on the internet, being prohibited from meeting our own families, and avoiding face-to-face get-togethers with acquaintances and friends have made us all want to break the rules.

Must-see Spots for a Small Boat Ride

In the hopes of helping you relieve yourself from stress, we suggest you consider trying the adventure sport of boating. Below are nine of the must-visit places if you're up for getting into a small watercraft.

1.Charleston Waters

Charleston, SC, is known to have some of the rarest bodies of water you will find in North America. If you are planning on going around this area, boat tours in Charleston SC are the easiest way to access these sceneries. Not only will you have a great experience because of the astounding locations, but you will also acquire sufficient knowledge about each place thanks to the proper assistance of tour guides.

This is a perfect destination to relax and ease up your mind from the busy city life. Hence, a place that will really teach you to slow down and absorb the calmness of nature. 

2.Norway's Svalbard Archipelago 

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Svalbard is one of the Norwegian archipelagos with huge seed banks. These places can be used to regenerate the earth’s plant life in case of a catastrophic event. It is found between the North Pole and mainland Norway. The Svalbard Archipelago is also one of the world’s most inhabited northern areas; known for remote and terrain of glaciers, with the tundra serving as a home for Svalbard reindeer, Arctic foxes, and polar bears. Visibility of the Northern Lights (the Aurora Borealis) during winter and summer brings sunlight from the “midnight sun” throughout the 24 hours of a day. Timing your visit is a must, as you can only get to the Archipelago by ship.

3.Amazon River

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There are a variety of amazing places to visit as tourists or residents in the US; that is if you're aiming for unforgettable boat experiences. If you're planning on something more on the wild side, you must try the Amazon River. This notable location is disputed to be the second-longest river in the world. The source of this freshwater comes from the Atlantic Ocean, and the saltiness decreases as it ventures into the Amazon.

4.Pak Ou Caves

25 km north of Luang Prabang, you'll find the Pak Ou Caves. This attraction has a history of dating thousands of years back. The Pak Ou Caves contain over 4,000 Buddha icons. 

The place is set on top of a limestone cliff, at the juncture of two rivers in Laos: the Mekong and the Nam Ou River. The caves are called Tham Theung and Tham Ting by the locals. 

5.Illa De Tagomago

Illa de Tagomago is a private island located on the east coast of Ibiza, Spain. The etymology of Tagomago means "rock Mago'' - from the name Mago Barca - who is a brother of the Carthaginian general, Hannibal. 

Tagomago is tagged as one of Europe's most exclusive islands. This place will make you rent the entire island for a very remote and private time away from the world.

6.Suwarrow Atoll

South Pacific is home to a lot of majestic geographical locations, including the Cook Islands. Suwarrow is an atoll belonging to the northern group of the Cook Islands.  This atoll was declared as a National Heritage Park back in 1978, and the six-kilometer surrounding area (and reefs) is protected by the Cook Islands' law. Visiting yachts from the neighboring island of Rarotonga must secure special permission before docking on this place.

7.Navagio Beach

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Navagio Beach (or Shipwreck Beach), also popular as  "Smugglers Cove", is located on the coast of Zakynthos, in the Greece Ionian Islands. This beautiful exposed cove has been well-known for a ship that seemed to have parked on its shore. It is one of the most photographed sights in the region.

8.Franklin River of Australia

A part of Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park, this perennial river is sectioned towards the mid-northern area of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area in Australia. 

This destination is a must for experienced rafters. You can see Australia from a whole new point of view by spending two full weeks of rowing through this river. There are heritage sites along the route that are used as sanctuaries for various flora and fauna.

9.Kerala – India

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Kerala is a state on India's tropical Malabar Coast. Famous for its beaches adorned with perfectly-lined palm, it has a network of canals spanning 600km along the shoreline of the Arabian Sea. Venturing inland will expose you to amazing backwaters, plantations of coffee, tea, and spices. Situated on mountain slopes as well are wildlife sanctuaries that are homes to langur monkeys, tigers, and elephants of tremendous sizes.

If your vacation is aimed towards nature, then row to the Indian canal through this scenic beauty, ecotourism initiatives, amazing beaches, and mouthwatering cuisine.

Boating is one of the vacationists' favorite adventures. Every year, millions of tourists and locals travel the world to explore all kinds of waterways and coastlines, partaking in activities such as boating, fishing, and sailing. If you've successfully picked your next travel destination, we urge you to time your vacation well. Always prioritize your safety, but still, make sure that you will have a good time!