About 36 km from Chennai, on the road to Pondicherry, Muttukadu Boat House run by TTDC (Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation) is situated on the edge of backwaters. Known for its prawn and jellyfish population, Muttukadu is an ideal picnic spot which has facilities for boating and wind-surfing. A windsurfing regatta is organised in Muttukadu, in February every year. Competitions in windsurfing and other water sports are also held. Training and demonstration programmes are held for youth.