Best Places For Adventure Activities In India
India is a unique country with an equally unique and fascinating geography. Adventure tour packages in India will take you across the majestically mighty Himalayas which stand mightily in the northern tip while bordering the southern tip are the Indian Ocean, Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal and Kanyakumari. The Great Thar Desert is located in the northern west part of India while the Gangetic fertile plain is located in the east-northern site. The coastal region has also geographical diversity and vast resources for adventure tourism.
In brief, India is the mystic country that bestowed with snow-clad mountains, glaciers, meadows and verdant valleys, Cascading Waterfalls, Tropical Rainforest, Rich Wildlife, Deltas, coastlines on both sides, just to name a few.
The lakes of the Kumaon region and the tributaries of Ganga like Alaknanda, Bhagirathi are said as the Queen of White Water Rafting industry. The white water rafting expeditions can be classified into two section-day trips and expedition trips. One can also learn the course on whitewater rafting at the riverside camps of Ganges, mostly in Rishikesh.
Here we give a list of the river destinations which are ideal for day trips and expedition trips. The rivers and their location which are perfect for few hours of white water rafting are.
The best time for whitewater rafting is from October to March. Andaman and Lakshadweep-heaven for adventure sports.
The Union territories of India-Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep, the only surviving coral island of Asia are the heaven for water sports like snorkeling and scuba diving. These islands are still in the pure lap of nature and untouched by industrialization. The numerous islands of Andaman and Nicobar are the best spots for scuba diving and snorkeling. The islands of both are hotspot for rich biodiversity and inhabitants are mostly the tribes. Most of the islands are still inhabited. These adventure sports destinations give one Robinson Crusoe feel.
Lakshadweep is the hub of water sports like Scuba diving, Yachting, Pedal boating, Kayaking, Canoeing, Swimming, And Snorkeling. It is also a spot for marine tourism in India.
Scuba Dive Sites in Andaman
Islands for Watersports in Lakshadweep
From north to south, east to west houses a good number of wildlife parks and sanctuaries which are rich in flora and fauna. The most famous wildlife parks are the Jim Corbett National Park, Sariska National Park, Ranthambore National Park, Kaziranga National Park, Manas National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Nagarhole National Park, etc. Wildlife tourism is a major sect of tours and thousands of wildlife lovers visit India in a year. The bird lovers also visit the Bird Sanctuaries. Indian wildlife parks are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. The Kaziranga National Park located in Assam is one of the most visited national parks of the world and it houses the one-horned rhinoceroses and 70 % of world’s populations of rhinoceros belong to this park. Wildlife buffs can tour with us to any wildlife destination and besides wildlife spotting, they can engage in camping, nature conservation meeting, etc.
The trekking and mountaineering enthusiasts can visit for having the fun of trekking in the Himalayan Mountains. Be it Amaranth or the Valley of Flower, India has some of the vast resources for trekking and mountaineering. India is the best destination for trekking holidays, the landscape of the hills, river valleys, mountain valleys thrill the trekkers. The destinations which have trekking possibilities are Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Leh and Ladakh region of Jammu, Darjeeling, Sikkim, Kudremukh, Yana caves in Karnataka; Karla Caves in Maharashtra; Gandhamardan Hill Trek, Mahendragiri Hills Trek, Nilgiri Hill Trek in Orissa; Agasthyarkoodam, Chembra Peak, Pythal Mala in Kerala.
Sailing in the air is a great fun. The aero sports which can be enjoyed in the air of ballooning, paragliding, and hand gliding. The locations for these sports are Kangra, Dasauli, Dharamsala, Shimla, Pune, Mhow, Indore, Mysore, Udhagamandalam and Shillong. The locations best for hand gliding are valleys of Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, Hills of Shillong hill station of Meghalaya, and the Chamundi Hills of Karnataka. Para Gliding and Hang Gliding are safe throughout the year; only in the monsoon period, air sports aren’t safe.
India has lots of opportunities for mountain biking and cycling expedition. Indeed cycling is the best way to explore the rural attractions of each destination. Mountain biking is sure to be a great adventure in the Shivalik or lower Himalayas. The wild buffs can ride the mountain bike in the Himalayan Mountains and hills of southern India. The cycling buffs can explore Rajasthan and Kerala riding on a bicycle. The best time for a cycle riding is in between October to December.
Caving expedition tour is not so popular in India, yet a few tourists prefer to explore the caves of northern and northeastern India. Cave enthusiast can explore the underground of the caves. Caving buffs can plan a tour to the Caves of Meghalaya states located near Cherrapunji, the Wettest Place on Earth. There are also lots of caves near Shillong and in the Garo and Jaintia Hills.
The incredible India destination for camel safari is Rajasthan; camel camping and safari in Rajasthan is sought after by a large number of travelers. Being a desert state, camel is the main mode of transportation in Rajasthan. Camel safari in Rajasthan explores one the rich cultural life of the villages, the wastelands and oasis of deserts. Jeep safari can be planned to any rural area, or wildlife destination of India.
In brief, India is the mystic country that bestowed with snow-clad mountains, glaciers, meadows and verdant valleys, Cascading Waterfalls, Tropical Rainforest, Rich Wildlife, Deltas, coastlines on both sides, just to name a few.
White Water Rafting
The lakes of the Kumaon region and the tributaries of Ganga like Alaknanda, Bhagirathi are said as the Queen of White Water Rafting industry. The white water rafting expeditions can be classified into two section-day trips and expedition trips. One can also learn the course on whitewater rafting at the riverside camps of Ganges, mostly in Rishikesh.
Here we give a list of the river destinations which are ideal for day trips and expedition trips. The rivers and their location which are perfect for few hours of white water rafting are.
- Ganga - Uttarakhand
- Teesta - Sikkim
- Beas - Himachal Pradesh
- Kaveri - Karnataka
- Brahmaputra, Jia Bharali - Assam
- The rivers for expedition trip are
- Alaknanda, Bhagirathi, Maha Kali, Sarda, Saryu, Yamuna - Uttarakhand
- Sutlej - Himachal Pradesh
- Zanskar, Indus - J&K
- Brahmaputra - Assam
- Teesta - Sikkim
- Lohit - Arunachal Pradesh
The best time for whitewater rafting is from October to March. Andaman and Lakshadweep-heaven for adventure sports.
The Union territories of India-Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep, the only surviving coral island of Asia are the heaven for water sports like snorkeling and scuba diving. These islands are still in the pure lap of nature and untouched by industrialization. The numerous islands of Andaman and Nicobar are the best spots for scuba diving and snorkeling. The islands of both are hotspot for rich biodiversity and inhabitants are mostly the tribes. Most of the islands are still inhabited. These adventure sports destinations give one Robinson Crusoe feel.
Lakshadweep is the hub of water sports like Scuba diving, Yachting, Pedal boating, Kayaking, Canoeing, Swimming, And Snorkeling. It is also a spot for marine tourism in India.
Scuba Dive Sites in Andaman
- Around Port Blair
- Cinque Island
- Rutland Island
- Snake Island
- Havelock Island
Islands for Watersports in Lakshadweep
- Kavaratti
- Kalpeni
- Minicoy
- Kadmat
- Agatti
Wildlife Safari
From north to south, east to west houses a good number of wildlife parks and sanctuaries which are rich in flora and fauna. The most famous wildlife parks are the Jim Corbett National Park, Sariska National Park, Ranthambore National Park, Kaziranga National Park, Manas National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Nagarhole National Park, etc. Wildlife tourism is a major sect of tours and thousands of wildlife lovers visit India in a year. The bird lovers also visit the Bird Sanctuaries. Indian wildlife parks are home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. The Kaziranga National Park located in Assam is one of the most visited national parks of the world and it houses the one-horned rhinoceroses and 70 % of world’s populations of rhinoceros belong to this park. Wildlife buffs can tour with us to any wildlife destination and besides wildlife spotting, they can engage in camping, nature conservation meeting, etc.
Trekking and Mountaineering
The trekking and mountaineering enthusiasts can visit for having the fun of trekking in the Himalayan Mountains. Be it Amaranth or the Valley of Flower, India has some of the vast resources for trekking and mountaineering. India is the best destination for trekking holidays, the landscape of the hills, river valleys, mountain valleys thrill the trekkers. The destinations which have trekking possibilities are Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Leh and Ladakh region of Jammu, Darjeeling, Sikkim, Kudremukh, Yana caves in Karnataka; Karla Caves in Maharashtra; Gandhamardan Hill Trek, Mahendragiri Hills Trek, Nilgiri Hill Trek in Orissa; Agasthyarkoodam, Chembra Peak, Pythal Mala in Kerala.
Aero Sports
Sailing in the air is a great fun. The aero sports which can be enjoyed in the air of ballooning, paragliding, and hand gliding. The locations for these sports are Kangra, Dasauli, Dharamsala, Shimla, Pune, Mhow, Indore, Mysore, Udhagamandalam and Shillong. The locations best for hand gliding are valleys of Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, Nilgiri Hills of Tamil Nadu, Hills of Shillong hill station of Meghalaya, and the Chamundi Hills of Karnataka. Para Gliding and Hang Gliding are safe throughout the year; only in the monsoon period, air sports aren’t safe.
Bike and Cycle Safari
India has lots of opportunities for mountain biking and cycling expedition. Indeed cycling is the best way to explore the rural attractions of each destination. Mountain biking is sure to be a great adventure in the Shivalik or lower Himalayas. The wild buffs can ride the mountain bike in the Himalayan Mountains and hills of southern India. The cycling buffs can explore Rajasthan and Kerala riding on a bicycle. The best time for a cycle riding is in between October to December.
Speleology (Caving)
Caving expedition tour is not so popular in India, yet a few tourists prefer to explore the caves of northern and northeastern India. Cave enthusiast can explore the underground of the caves. Caving buffs can plan a tour to the Caves of Meghalaya states located near Cherrapunji, the Wettest Place on Earth. There are also lots of caves near Shillong and in the Garo and Jaintia Hills.
Camel Safari and Jeep Safari
The incredible India destination for camel safari is Rajasthan; camel camping and safari in Rajasthan is sought after by a large number of travelers. Being a desert state, camel is the main mode of transportation in Rajasthan. Camel safari in Rajasthan explores one the rich cultural life of the villages, the wastelands and oasis of deserts. Jeep safari can be planned to any rural area, or wildlife destination of India.
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