Many people prefer to travel willing to take part in various types of Adventure Sports. Adventure Tourism refers to travelling from one place to another for recreational and leisure purposes, getting away from the normal lives for a bit and enjoy different sports.
Adventure sports include a wide variety of activities, from caving to bike riding, from rafting to cliff jumping. The list is long. The desire of people to take part in such thrilling activities make Adventure Tourism one of the top chosen travel types. India provides a wide range of options for these enthusiastic travelers, to live their dream with exploring the place.
Below are the Top 6 Adventure Tourism destinations in India that you may like -
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1) Paragliding in Bir, Himachal Pradesh
It is located in Kangra district, in the Joginder Nagar valley, of Himachal Pradesh. The best time to visit is from March to May and from late September to November. Bir is one of the finest paragliding destinations worldwide. Pre-booking should be considered. Billing serves as the take-off site and Bir as the landing spot, altitude is approximately 800 meters (about 2624.67 ft). Other activities include camping, trekking and mountain biking.
People also travel to explore its monasteries, taste the delicious Tibetan cuisine, and walk through the markets. The area also has beautiful ancient temples and tea gardens. Not only is it an Adventure Tourism destination, but also for the Tourists that look for places to relax and enjoy. Providing the travelers with the best of experiences.
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2) Scuba Diving in Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Scuba diving is under water diving, where the diver carries their breathing equipment under the water. You can experience the adventure of a lifetime in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the ultimate destination for water sports. Being an Island state it is one of the best Adventure Tourism destinations of India. Scuba diving happens in a lot of places in Andaman islands like in Havelock Island, Neil Island, North Bay Island. You would see beautiful steep walls, reefs, sandy bottoms, coral gardens, etc. while diving. Many sites are still undiscovered and you might be lucky to see a place never dived before. Not only do they provide leisure scuba diving activities but also you can take part in learning courses. Few of the options include Rescue Diver course, Deep Diver course, Open water Diver Course, Advanced Open water course, Night diver and many more. There are many other water sports in the Islands such as Glass bottom boat riding, Parasailing, Banana boat ride, Kayaking, Sea Walk and many more options to make your trip memorable.
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3) Trekking in Kedarnath -
One of the most desired treks in India is the Kedarnath Trek. Trekking through the trails to reach Shree Kedarnath Temple of Lord Shiv. Firstly, you need to obtain a permit from the Uttarakhand Forest Department to trek to the temple. Best time for the trek is from May to June and September to Oct/Nov as the climate is favorable. The trekking starts from Gauri Kund and is about 16 km long, passing through beautiful Himalayan villages and landscapes. Accommodation is available on campsites, guesthouses and also basic accommodation facilities on the temple premises.
There are many shops and restaurants along the trekking route serving local food and refreshments. Mobile network coverage is available in most of the areas except for a few.
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4) Caving in Meghalaya -
With more than 1200 caves, Meghalaya is the largest network of caves found on the Indian sub-continent, stretching over three hundred kilometers. The caves of Meghalaya are formed as water meets limestone and sandstone, creating beautiful formations. Best season is between November to March. Indulge yourselves in exploring different caves in the Shnong Rim area, they've taken over thousands of years to be formed. You would have to walk through waist deep water or even swim to navigate the caves. Trained and experienced cavers would guide clients through the caves to take care of the safety. Mawsmai Cave, Mawmluh Cave, Krem Puri, Arwah Cave can be visited while on a trip to Meghalaya. Few other Adventure Sports include Snorkelling , Cliff Jumping, Nature camping, Scuba Diving, Trekking, Mountain Biking.
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5) Mountain biking in Darjeeling -
One of the best places in India for mountain biking is Darjeeling. Siliguri to Darjeeling is the most beautiful and famous route. Darjeeling has new trails coming up all the time for mountain biking. Darjeeling became the only place in the country to have a Mountain Biking Park. Darjeeling to Chatakpur Mountain Biking, Darjeeling Tiger Hill Mountain Biking are good options. Cycling through villages, forests, and wildlife reserves is all in all the best experience.
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6) Whitewater Rafting in Rishikesh -
In rafting you choose a river and follow the course on a raft specially designed to maneuver the obstacles you might face. White water rafting is done on white water, which means different degrees of rough water. Rafting is suitable not only for adults, but families can enjoy the sport with kids as well. Rishikesh is one of the most popular destinations for white water rafting in India in the waters of River Ganga. Three different stretches of the river are open for rafting. These stretches feature grade 3, grade 4, and grade 5 rapids. There are different packages available to choose from. Choosing the right company is important too. Rafting here is safe, and they follow the government rules. They provide all imported rafting equipment like paddles, helmets, life jackets and wetsuits and splash jackets in wintertime. You can take a 16km (about 9.94 mi) River Rafting from Shivpuri or 35km (about 21.75 mi) River Rafting from Kaudiyala.
Rushikesh is one of the best places in India for White Water Rafting. But stay away from the fake companies. Class I and II rapids are perfect for families with children as young as 5 or 6 years old and older adults. Class III rapids are a little hairier, but some outfitters will allow non-swimmers to ride. If you don't have strong swimming skills, stay away from treacherous Class IV and V rapids.
Sarah Umatt Sood
Have you been a part of any of these Adventure Sports in India? If no, do you plan on traveling to take part in such thrilling activities?
Not yet, but willing to go for all of them one by one, haha ❤️
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