India
is a destination worth a visit for all the people looking forward to
spending a perfect holiday. Every nook and corner of the land is steeped in
history. From being a cultural destination for decades, India has now got
incarnated as one of the most sought after adventure destinations for
tourists from worldwide. The variety of adventure activities that an
adventure enthusiast can find in India cannot be find anywhere else in the
world. This South Asian nation surpasses all other countries in taking the
adrenalin of adventure buffs to great heights.
Some of the popular adventure sports of India are:
Trekking
Trekking is one of the most favourite adventure sports of India. It offers
a unique opportunity for the trekkers to explore the unexplorted trails of
mother nature. There is a variety of trekking options in India. Some of the
them are:
Trekking in Ladakh - Trekking in Ladakh is a wonderful experience. The
land offers high mountain passes in the trekking routes, which gives us the
chance to spectacle at the colourful mountains and other stupendous
landscapes. Ladakh being one of the most rugged regions of the entire
Himalayan range.
Some of the trekking routes of Ladakh:
Markha Valley Trekking
Nubra Valley Trekking
Trekking in Zanskar
Indus Valley Trekking
Manali Ladakh Trek
Spiti to Ladakh
Trekking in Darjeeling - The majestic hills of
Darjeeling offers immense scope of having a view of the Kanchenjunga and Mt.
Everest. The great forest trails offer great trekking opportunities for the
trekkers. If the trekkers adhere to the trekking season, then they can enjoy
trekking in Darjeeling to full extent.
Some of the trekking routes of Darjeeling are:
Tiger Hill
Singalila Trek
Neora Valley National Park
Trekking in Sikkim - Sikkim is indeed a perfect
destination for all the adventure sports lovers. The sharp lush hills,
waterfalls and great lakes makes it a heavenly destination. It is famous for
offering unmatched trekking experiences to the adventure enthusiasts.
Some of the fascinating trekking routes in Sikkim are:
Rabangla to Mainom Top Trek
Damthang to Tendong Trek
Dzongri and Goecha La Trek
However trekking in Karnataka and Himachal Pradesh is also very famous
amongst the trekkers.
River Rafting
Never
ending thrills in the untamed river is the major highlight of river rafting
in India. With disparate staircase rapids, the rivers of the upper Himalayas
turn to be the best in the world for rafting sports. By following certain
tips of rafting, a person can enjoy this sport to the fullest.
Rafting in Rishikesh - Rishikesh is not only a revered pilgrimage
destination but it is also a hot adventure sports destination. Rafting in
Ganges is a fun loving experience. It sounds really exciting to be one on
one with the blue aqua.
River Rafting sites in Rishikesh:
River Rafting in Rudraprayag
River Rafting In Shivpuri
Rafting in Uttaranchal - It is fact that when it comes to rafting in India,
the name of Uttaranchal comes first. Plenty of untamed rivers makes
Uttaranchal a perfect destination for rafters.
Rafting places in Uttaranchal:
Ganges River, Garhwal
Gangotri, Garhwal Himalayas
Lake Paradise, Nanital
Asan Barrage
Kudiyala Rafters Club
Rafting on Teesta River - Teesta river and rafting,
both goes hand in hand. Sikkim is indeed the most favourite of all the river
rafting destinations. Teesta and Rangeeth are the two major rivers of
Sikkim. The water rapids with various intensities at frequent intervals
makes rafting very interesting and thrilling here.
Rafting stretches on Teesta River:
Makha and Rongpo
Dikchu and Teesta Bridge
Dikchu and Kali Johra (West Bengal)
Bordang and Melli
Rafting in Himachal Pradesh - The rivers
Chandrabhaga in Lahaul, the Satluj near Shimla, the Ravi near Chamba and the
Beas near Kullu offer immense white water rafting possibilities.
Paragliding
All those who feel to fly like a bird and touch the sky are welcomed to try
their hands at the fine thrilling and adrenalin pumping sport of
Paragliding. India is an ultimate paragliding destination. The sport of
paragliding needs certain tips and important equipments.
Major Paragliding Sites in India:
Paragliding in Rajasthan - The open area of
Rajasthan is a perfect spot for practicing Paragliding. The sport can be
organised in the cities of Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Bikaner,
Pushkar and Kota. However for all theses the permission from the Civil
Aviation authorities of Rajasthan is a must.
Paragliding in Uttaranchal - The unique topography
makes Garhwal an excellent destination for paragliders. Joy rides as well as
trauining courses are also availabe for Paragliding in Garhwal. While joy
rides are ususally tandem flights, accompained by a trained flier, training
are for those who are new to paragliding and para sailing. Some ideal
gliding sites include Naukutchiyatal in Nainital, Dayara Bugyal, Pratap
Nagar, Dhanolti Ridge in Garhwal and Bedni Bugyal in Kumaon.
Safaris
Safaris
are an excellent way to explore the remotest destination and come to some of
the most wondrous picturesque landscapes.
Safaris in India:
Jeep Safari in Leh & Ladakh - Jeep Safari in
Leh-Ladakh is another new attraction in India.
The jeep safari routes in Leh-Ladakh are:
Trans Himalayan Jeep Safari from Manali in Himachal Pradesh to Leh in
Ladakh
Jeep Safari from Leh / Upshi/ Chumathang/ Mahe/ Puga/ Tsomoriri
Jeep Safari from Leh to Pangong Lake
Nubra Valley Jeep Safari
Elephant Safari - Elephant Safari is used in such
terrains where jeep and other vehicles cannot venture. Elephant Safari is an
elaborate affair and is quite popular in India.
Elephant Safari in Kaziranga National Park - The best way to access
the wilds of the park is through elephant safari.
Camel Safari - For enjoying camel safari, the one
thing you need to acquaint with is to learn the balancing act of sitting on
a camel. Camel Safari is one of the most popular adventure sports of India.
Camel Safari in Rajasthan - A trip to Rajasthan is absolutely
incomplete without having a ride over the ship of the desert camel. It is
also a major means of exploring the villages of Rajasthan. One can enjoy the
camel safari in the Thar Desert. Camel safaris are mostly organised with
skill and imagination looking at the vastness of the desert. The duration of
the safaris can vary from 4 to 15 days. It also brings alive an era when
this was the way a elements to create romantic kingdoms in the desert. One
can enjoy the best safari trips around Jaisalmer, Jodhpur and Bikaner in the
very heart of the Thar Desert.
