Pack Your Bag for Adventure Tour
Adventure Travel is a niche tourism, which includes explorations of different culture or travel with activities of certain degree of risk or thrill. Motive of adventure travel is to feel the rush of adrenaline and stepping out of your comfort zone. This may include activities such as Mountaineering, Trekking, Bungee Jumping (Base Jumping), Mountain Biking, Scuba Diving, River Rafting, Kayaking, Zip-lining, Paragliding, Hiking, Caving and Rock Climbing.
Below are the best
activities for Group or Solo in different regions of India, where you may not
only enjoy the activity but also admire the scenic view around.
White River Rafting in Rishikesh
When we think of performing
river adventure, Rishikesh stands out in the league. Rishikesh is the capital
of river rafting in India, where the holy Ganga River flows, offering the speed
of Grade IV. River rafting in Rishikesh is an ultimate experience one can have.
Hitting the fast gushing waters of Ganges gives exhilarating adventurous
sports.
While rafting on this holy
river, you can enjoy the scintillating view of majestic Himalayas covered with
lush green. Accompanied by professional rafters, you’ll be guided for an
accident free rafting experience. While in Rishikesh one can have the tour of
the most loved places of Rishikesh also!
Location : There are
different locations for river rafting. Brahmpuri to NIM Beach (9 kms),
Brahmpuri to Rishikesh (12kms), Shivpuri to Rishikesh (16kms), Marine Drive to
Rishikesh (24kms) and Kaudiyala to Rishikesh (34kms)
Price : The price for per
person could be around Rs 450- 1850/- per person depending on the kms chosen.
Best Time : Except monsoon, one can go for river
rafting in months between February to November.
Bungee Jumping in Rishikesh
Jumping from the height of
more than 83 meters which is roughly 273 feet and hanging in the middle of the
sky and ground is thrilling experience one must enjoy. For those who never
heard about bungee jumping, it is an activity that involves jumping from the
tall structure connected with large elastic cord on your hips allowing you to
have free falling experience. However, you need to be fully fit to conduct this
adventure activity to avoid any physical injury.
Location : The activity is
done at the Mohan Chatti village
Important Point: For bungee
jumping minimum weight required is 40kg and maximum 110kg
Price : Basic price for
Bungee Jumping is Rs 3500/- per person
Off-Road Adventure Trail
“Live Young, Live Free” is
the motto of Mahindra & Mahindra motors which has become the way of life
for some people who are believer of phase “the road is home”. Mahindra Adventures offers an opportunity to driving enthusiasts to explore the country
and their limits. They have been organizing trail drives since 1996 and has
conducted over 150 drives across different locations in India. Whether you’re
new to off-road or an skilled driver there is something for everyone.
Off-Road Academy – The
Flagship Academies are located in Igatpuri, Maharashtra a (25 Acre) and
Mangalore, Karnataka (150 Acre), which are established to provide first-hand
experience to amateur and provide necessary training.
Expeditions are planned
road trips with objective of Joy and Love for Terrain. They provide adventure
ready SUVs with they own experienced team to handle any sort of mechanical or
medical emergencies.
Great Escape is a single
day off-road event for Mahindra SUV Owners only. The trails are specially
designed by professionals to make sure the off-road experience is challenging,
yet safe for you to enjoy an adventurous day with your family.
Challenges are special
events which offer customers a experience into the world of off-road and
motorsport competition. This is done to make sure each challenge is organized
in a controlled and safe environment, as safety is our priority.
Off-Roading Trophy is the
competitive side of Great Escapes. Held alongside Great Escape Trail Drives in
select locations. The Off-Roading Trophy format is such where drivers must pick
up as many flags as possible without knocking over any cones. Every cone
carries a penalty while every flag gives them points.
Scuba Diving in Andaman
Deep clean blue water and
gorgeous marine life makes Andaman truly a magical place to explore. The marine
life of Andaman is a lifetime experience to explore which is worth an adventure
trip to have. From scorpion fish and Octopus to Sharks and Coral Reefs, there
are many things which you cannot lose to miss. Some of the diving sites in
Andaman are- The Wall (Havelock Island), Clinque Island (Port Blair) and Fish
Rock (Passage Island).
scuba andaman
Best Time to Visit : January
to May is considered as the best time when the island remains clam and
conditions are better for diving.
Price : The diving price in
Andaman island for various categories is divided into different packages:
Non- Swimmers : Approx. Rs
3500/- per person for 30 minutes
Beginners course : Approx.
Rs 4500/- per person for 60 minutes
Certified Divers 2 days and
4 dives- Rs 10800/- per person
Night Dive : Rs 3,500/- per
person
Single Dive : Rs 3,500/-
person
Manali to Leh Bike Trip
Imagine riding your bike
across the valleys and never ending road, and the path giving you the majestic
view of snowpacked mountain. Isn’t this a wonderful experience? A bike trip to
Himalayan region offers high dose of adrenaline experience. The Manali to Leh
bike trip is a chance to explore the journey of various hallucinating places.
Stopover in sapphire lakes,
canyon mountains, drink a hot tea at the tapri of this region. The delicate
breeze of this route has something magical that makes bikers go beyond their
capacity. The bike trek usually begins from Manali, a delightful town on the
banks of Beas River and will continue to high-street routes including
Khardungla pass, known as world’s most elevated motorbike street.
Routes Covered : Manali-
Jispa- Sarchu- Leh- Khardungla Pass
Best Time : July to
September is considered as the ideal period for bike trip for Manali to Leh.
Price : For Manali to Leh
Bike Trip there are various adventure groups and excursion companies offering
packages. The ideal package starts from Rs 20,000/- per person including
accommodation, meals and other adventure activities. There are itineraries
which needs to be followed. If you’re planning for solo adventure bike trek
then the price would fluctuate according to your comfort.
Skiing in Kufri
Himachal Pradesh is a
paradise for skiing and Kufri is an ultimate destination. Situated at an
elevation of 9000 ft. above sea-level, Mahasu and Narkanda are two popular
skiing destinations. There are two different tracks 350 m length for naive
skiers and 800 m long for professional skiers.
Best time to visit : The
best time to experience the thrill is during December and February
Best way to Reach : Kufri is
the nearest station and is well-connected to other cities.
Price : The price starts
from Rs 300 per person.
Caving in Meghalaya
This North-Eastern India
state is the most beautiful location in all sense. It holds some of the best
treasures exploring them is worth every penny. Enchanting caves, beautiful
waterfalls and majestic mountains. Caving in Meghalaya is the most happening
adventure one can have. The Khasi Hills and Jaintia Hills are two most popular
hills which are blessed with enigmatic caves. Other options to discover are-
Krem Mawkhydrop, Krem Dam, Krem Lymput and Krem Mawjymbuin.
Best Time to Visit : The
best time to explore Meghalaya caves is during winter months. December to March
are the perfect months.
Things to Remember : One
needs to very specific to learn about different caving techniques, From being a
sandwich to being a Spiderman should be your hidden talent.
Stay : You can stay at
Mawphlang and Pine Farm where one get some good options. You can even choose
Cherrapunji Holiday Resort that offers some great facilities to stay at.
Package : If visited through
Meghalaya Tourism Development Corporation, then you travel in deluxe buses,
sumo and tourist coaches to different caves and would cost not more than 175
per person.
Skiing in Gulmarg
Skiing is the best
adventure thing you can do in Gulmarg, J&K. For those who love adrenaline
junkies, skiing is what you can experience. The ski hill in Gulmarg is serviced
by Gondola where the lift tips is about 4,000m with the summit of Mt. Apharwat.
The ski terrain is unlimited offering alpine, chutes, cornices and glacier
skiing. If you’re an expert ski rider, then it will be the most thrilling
experience.
Reaching Gulmarg: Gulmarg
is 52 kms away from Srinagar Airport and one can reach the village by taxi.
There are prepaid taxis available
Price : The price of Gulmarg
to Kongdori skiing for Adult and child (3-10) is Rs 400/- per person and for
Kongdori to Apherwat is Rs 600/- per person.
Hot Air Ballooning in Jaipur
If you’re an adventure
junkie and want some enthralling experience along with safety concern, then hot
air balloon ride over the desert of Jaipur is adrenaline adventure you must go
for. Once you get into the hot air balloon, you’ll enjoy the adventure of floating
along the winds. Admire the bird’s eye view of the Pink City and get absorb
into the colours of this city. Watching Hidden palaces and historical from the
top angle will surely mesmerize you.
Hot Air Balloon Safari Best
Time: The best time to experience this adventure is during November to June.
The timing of the flight is done in the early morning and in the afternoon. The
safari would last for 1 hour.
Service : Sky Waltz Balloon
Safari is the popular service in Jaipur
Price : The standard flight
ticket- Rs 12000 under Skyvisa
Under SkySail : Rs 7500 (per
adult) and Rs 6000 (per child)
Dune Bashing in Jaisalmer
If you’ve heard about dune
bashing happening in Dubai sand and missing the action, then in India Jaisalmer
is the place where you can enjoy this adrenaline adventure. A 4×4 SUV is led in
the desert sitting inside which you’ll experience the dashing of sand coming
its way. Enjoying a spell of dune bashing, Dubai-style, on the Sam sand dunes,
44 km from Jaisalmer in the midst of the Thar desert. Keep the traditional
camel ride aside and get into the dune bashing in lavish style.
Packages : There are
different packages offered including- Arabian Night with Dune Bashing for
2N/3D, Dune Bashing with Complete Jaisalmer for 1N/2D and Desert Camping 1N/2D.
The cost of the package ranges from Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000/- per person.
Best Time : From December to
March is the ideal time for dune bashing.
Tandem Skydiving in Mysore
Imagine yourself in the
mid-air without any movement and watching the bird’s eye view of the land.
Skydiving is the most thrilling adventure you can ever experience. If you’re in
Mysore then don’t miss the skydiving at the most the unadulterated height from
the sky.
However, before the act,
you’ll be trained and provided with safety procedures. Tandem, Solo, and A
License are three different jump types. Of all, Tandem jump is the most popular
training for the first time skydivers. The height altitude is from 6,000 ft. to
10,000ft. Strictly no alcohol and drug conception is appreciated for skydiving.
Price: The price for the
skydiving in Mysore starts from Rs 35,000 to 5,20,000 depending on the course
days.
Cycling in Munnar
Munnar is blessed with
enchanting beauty with zigzag roads offering the best view of lush green hills.
Venture into Madupatty tea estates and admire the beautiful view of Kundala Dam
and Anamudi Chola near Anamudi National Park. Cycling in this location is the
best ever experience you can have.
Cycling Tour : There are
different cycling tours which includes half day, full and multi-day tours
Surfing in Goa
While in Goa, you cannot
miss the Banana Surfing which is the most thrilling water adventure in Goa.
Challenge yourself by surfing in the immaculate waves of Goa beaches by sitting
on the Banana surfs. If this is your
first time, you will be easy-to-follow instructions for surf experts. Learn the
skills and get on to the boards to fight against the lashing water of Goa
beach.
Price : There are different
surfing services in Goa offering lessons and along with equipment. For basic
surfing lesson- Rs 2500 per 90 minute lesson. For surf boards in rental Rs 500
per hour and Rs 1500 per day.
Best Time: Except monsoon
and high tide, surfing can be done anytime throughout the year.
Kayaking in Aguada River- Goa
If you love water sports
adventure, then kayaking is the best thing to experience. If you’re in Goa and
visiting Aguada river then don’t miss the Kayaking. During the activity, you
can explore the beauty of the Goan shores where you can move freely using a
paddle and explore the Natural Ecosystem of Goa in the mangroves, mudflats and
mini bays.
How to reach Aguada River : Aguada Beach is situated in
North Goa. Adjoining the Aguada Fort, Aguada can be reached from Dabolim
International Airport which is 29kms away.
Timings and Price : Kayaking
is done in two secluded beaches which is quite and calm in the morning. Every
day, October to May, 1 hours 30 minutes, 07:30am to 09:30am with the price of Rs
825/-. You can even go for moonlight kayaking pricing Rs 2090 each.
Rock Climbing in Satpura
This majestic mountain is
located at Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve. The Satpura mountain ranges offers
terrain of adventure activities including the rock climbing. There are
different terrains where one can do the rock climbing.
How to reach Pachmarhi : It
can be reached directly by bus from Bhopal and is 210 km away by road.
Pachmarhi can also be reached from Nagpur.
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