Summer Vacations are
nearing and so our excitement is topping. After the whole year of hard work, we
all look forward for a SELF-TIME. Few want to just relax; whereas few are much
adventurous and want to feel the rush of adrenaline.
Though many adventurous
sports were not present in India but now with changing times such activities
like snorkeling and scuba diving have become a part of our Adventurous sports category.
Today let me list
such adventurous sports present in India, that will be a guide to you all for
deciding your adventurous holiday destination in this summer vacation.
Check out the places
of adventure, thrill, and courage and pride…..
1) Trekking – Whenever we think of adventure we think of trekking
in hills. Moreover it gives you strength and also beats the heat.
a)
The Lord
Curzon Trail “Kuari Pass Trek”
This is in
Garhwal Himalaya; Altitude – 4268 mts
Trek Days –
5 ; Cost nearly Rs.7000 per person
This trek
discovered by Lord Curzon, witnesses lush green valleys, villages and snowcapped
peaks of Greater Himalyan Range.
Also get
the chance of viewing magnificent peaks of Chaukhamba, Kamet, Hathi-Ghodi
Parvat, Dronagiri and Twin Peaks of Nanda Devi
b) “Dzongri
– Goecha La Trek”
This is in
Sikkim. Altitude – 5002 mts.
Trek Days – 10; Cost nearly Rs.7000
It’s the
most popular trek in Sikkim. An absolute classic, this trek gives us remarkable
views of Kanchenjunga, Mount Kabru and Kabru Dome and a spectacular view of the
other smaller Himalayan giants within its mountain range. Its historical connections
makes the best trek in India.
Also, on
this trek, you can see the beautiful Samiti Lake, Thangsing and Tsokha. Also, you get to see, Musk Deer and the Himalayan Black Bear.
Few
of more famous treks in India are – Roopkund Trek, Kashmir Great Lake,
Kashmir.
Also don’t
let the eastern areas of India, unexplored. From Arunachal Pradesh, the famous Bomdila Dirang Trek,
Twang Mago Trek, Se La Nuranang Trek are the few destinations in the world to
offer a wonderful experience of
trekking. Trekking is the various beautiful
valleys of Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh with variety of flora
and fauna should be a great experience.
2) Bungee
Jumping – Only few
destinations offer us the adventure of weightlessness, in India.
a)
Mohan
Chatti in Rhishikesh - Height – 262 ft
Cost – Rs.
3500 per person. Min. Age – 12 yrs.
It’s one
the most rated and highest bungee jumping destination in India.
b)
WanderLust
in Delhi - Crane Jumps of 130 ft above
the ground level.
Cost – Rs.
1500 per person
Its
interesting as its location is not far and for thrill lovers, it’s a reachable
site.
More of such places are Mysore in
Karnataka, Rishikesh in Uttaranchal, Della Adventure in Lonavala and Anjuna
Village in Goa.
Bungee Jumping is the most electrifying
experience one can ever have.
3) Scuba Diving -
Scuba means Self-Contained
Underwater Breathing Apparatus. Best way to discover the new sea world. Get
mesmerized with the picturesque coral reefs and amazing marine life.
a) The Andaman and Nicobar islands –
Cost – Rs. 5000 – Rs. 10000 per
person
They famous for its virgin beaches and
unexplored beauty of nature. These small islands are known for exciting scuba
diving and snorkeling. For the diving there is no swimming skill required.
b) Lakshdweep Islands –
Cost – Rs. 4000 – Rs 7000 per person
This island is a group 36 islands,
is blessed with crystal clear water, coral sand, coral reefs and rich marine
species.
Other places for Scuba Diving are Pondicherry,
Goa and Karnataka.
4) Parasailing – Feel
like a bird, up high in the sky. Feel the thrill, charm of flying exploring the
land with a bird’s eye.
b) Uttarakhand – The place
with paradisiacal beauty
Best
Places are - Doon Valley and Auli
Cost – Rs. 1500 – Rs. 3000 per
person
One of the top Parasailing destination
of India. These are the some of the most sought after parasailing places
in India. Get the stunning view from the heights.
b) Himachal Pradesh – The
land of hills
Best Places are - Kullu, Manali, Solang Valley
Cost – Rs. 1500 – Rs. 3000 per person
The panoramic views of Dhauladhar
Range and Kangra Valley create stunning surroundings, while you fly high in the
sky!
5)
River Rafting – Get the thrill of riding on the
uncontrolled, wild water of untamed river. Moreover Himalayas are the best
places for this adventure sports.
a)
Ganga In Rishikesh –
Age – 13 to 45 yrs,
Cost – Rs. 600 – Rs. 800 per person
Its one of the best rivers to raft.
Its 16km stretch from Shivpuri to Lakshman Jhula in Rishikesh. This stretch has
a lot of thrilling whirlpools.
b) Coorg –
Cost
– Rs. 1000 – Rs. 1500 per person
River Barapole in Coorg, provides
excellent rafting opportunities. Dandeli is yet another popular white
water rafting spot in Karnataka that offers both long and short runs along the
river.
So
now what are you waiting for? Get your bag packs ready, according to your
selected destination and get going.
Have
an Adventure-Full Vacations!!!
I have done parasailing and bungee jumping outside of india.... Had screamed my lungs out during bungee jumping. Haha
ReplyDeleteEven i have done bth and in india..
DeleteBungee jumping far more thrilling than para sailing.
But both are fun isnt it?
I love parasailing. The best experience we had was on the beach in Penang.
ReplyDeleteI missed out at Penang..but did it in beach near Mumbai, India. And also in Manali...from aa gteater heights..
DeleteWas awesome..thrill at first then calm but windy.
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