One must have noticed that over the past few years, India has gained prominence as a premier adventure destination. What attracts travellers to India is in fact the variety of adventure activities. Tourists have an abundant number of options to choose from and an adventure tour to India can really prove to be an epic adventure. Right from the mighty Himalayas and the trans-Himalayan zones in the north to the expansive Thar Desert in the west and the Nilgiri and Palani Hills in the south along with numerous wildlife destinations spread across the country, from one corner to the other, a traveller has endless choices. Planning an adventure tour to India can be an easy process if you are acquainted with available options and armed with the much-needed knowledge.
It is almost impossible to be amazed at the diversity an Indian adventure trip offers. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned adrenaline junkie, you’ll find an option that matches your individual requirements. River rafting (or white water rafting, as it is aptly called) along the Ganges in the state of Uttaranchal is much popular with tourists. The Ganges offers 13 excellent rapids, from Kaudiyala to Rishikesh, where you can feel that adrenaline rush and enjoy the exotic sights that keep welcoming you throughout your adventure trip. Beginners can have as much fun as experts will, for there are stretches along the river for rafters of all abilities. There are a number of there rivers, originating from the upper Himalayas, to take you on the rafting trip of your life.
Trekking in the Himalayas will provide you with a genuine taste of India. During your trekking adventure in India, you’ll not only be able to soak up the exotic sights, but also will experience an authentic culture, local flavours and elements of spirituality. Famous Himalayan trekking zones in India include places like Garhwal and Kumaon in Uttaranchal, Zanskar and Ladakh in Jammu & Kashmir, Kullu Valley in Himachal Pradesh etc. Not only in northern India, trekking can be enjoyed even in southern part of the country. You’ll be more than happy to plan an adventure trip in the Niligiri and Palani Hills of southern India.
Thar Desert of the state of Rajasthan. Jeep Safari in Rajasthan brings you closer to local people and you can easily study their culture and lifestyle, interact with them and participate in the local rural games. Besides, you can get to the sand dunes where you can pitch a camp at night to make the most of your adventure tours in India. Staying in tents, gorging on ethnic Rajasthani delicacies, sharing legends with the local guide, enjoying a bonfire night and watching folk performances by village artists will surely let you have the time of your life.
