Adventure Tourism
A tourist friendly country, India is endowed with many beautiful destinations. Whether it is pilgrimage, heritage, wildlife or adventure, the country has no dearth of opportunities and options. The varied topographical features of India make it a popular adventure destination. The amazing combination of climatic variation and rich biodiversity make India a dream destination for the thrill seekers.
Blessed with sky piercing peaks and mountains, foaming rivers, puzzling terrains and abundance of natural wonders, India is perhaps the perfect destination for those seeking nail-biting adventure opportunities. Below are some of the popular adventure destinations of India.
Arunachal Pradesh
Rugged mountains and challenging terrains - Arunachal Pradesh is one great destination to indulge in adventure activities. Trekking and biking in Siang Valley as well as angling and white water rafting in Subansiri are among the must try activities in Arunachal.
Sikkim
The smallest state in North East India, Sikkim is one of the biggest attractions among the adventure enthusiasts. Offering a perfect trekking experience with its beautiful valleys, Sikkim has numerous trekking options available here including Goecha La Trek, Mt. Kanchenjunga Trek, etc.
Goa
A perfect escape for adventure buffs, one can enjoy various activities ranging from snorkelling to scuba diving to paragliding and surfing. Trekking lovers can participate in Tambdi Surla trek, Dudhsagar trek and Udann Dongor for an out of the world experience.
Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is the only destination where you can pedal 260 km at a height of 4,940ft in the Kagnra Valley, trek through the barren, lust forests of the Deotibba Hampta Pass, ski though the snow-blankets of Kurfi and raft over the heart-pumping gushing waves in the Kullu Valley.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Andaman and Nicobar Islands are perhaps the most beautiful place on earth to explore the underwater world. The beaches of Andaman and Nicobar Islands offer enough opportunities to discover the under-water beauty by participating in activities like scuba-diving and snorkelling.
Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand is a beautiful destination of India boasting of some amazing adventure activities including trekking in Chopta-Deorital-Chandrashila Peak, Brahma Taal, Rupin Pass and Valley of Flowers, river rafting and flying-fox in Rishikesh, hiking in the Kumaon Himalayas and skiing in Auli.