{"id":433,"date":"2015-12-25T02:03:04","date_gmt":"2015-12-24T20:33:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trodly.com\/blog\/article\/the-amazing-dozen-12-adventures-in-india-and-where-to-do-it--part-2"},"modified":"2026-10-18T14:21:08","modified_gmt":"2026-10-18T08:51:08","slug":"the-amazing-dozen-12-adventures-in-india-and-where-to-do-it-part-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trodly.com\/blog\/article\/the-amazing-dozen-12-adventures-in-india-and-where-to-do-it-part-2","title":{"rendered":"12 Adventures in India and Where to Try Them \u2013 Part 2"},"content":{"rendered":"

India has no dearth of adventure options and destinations. Continuing on our earlier post, this is Part 2 of The Amazing Dozen: 12 adventures in India and where to do them. In case you\u2019ve not read part one, it is here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In this part:<\/strong> ballooning, desert jeep excursions, wildlife safaris, boat outings, bungee jumping and rock climbing. Read Part 1<\/a> for trekking, rafting, road touring, diving, skiing and paragliding.<\/p>\n

7) Hot Air Ballooning<\/h2>\n

Want to waltz through the clouds, but skydiving isn\u2019t your thing? Enjoy the aerial view of incredible India with this romantic adventure.<\/p>\n

Jaipur and seasonal Rajasthan programmes<\/h3>\n

\"Adventures<\/p>\n

Source: http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/arunkatiyar\/10859188105<\/p>\n

See Rajasthan as never before: a balloon flight can reveal fields, villages and the changing landscape from above. Jaipur is a current destination listed by balloon operator SkyWaltz<\/a>. Pushkar festival flights or other Rajasthan locations should be confirmed for the actual season rather than assumed to run every day. Launch, route and landing depend on wind and the operator\u2019s decision; no particular fort, palace or wildlife sighting can be promised. Confirm the meeting point, transfer, age and health requirements and weather-cancellation terms.<\/p>\n

8) 4\u00d74 Jeep Safari<\/h2>\n

What better way to explore a country as diverse as India than on road? Fasten your seatbelts as you venture into the thrilling world of rough terrains and unpaved sand dunes.<\/p>\n

Jaisalmer – Bikaner<\/h3>\n

\"Adventures<\/p>\n

Source: http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/saad\/6826425018<\/p>\n

Jaisalmer and Bikaner are separate desert destinations, not one 126.28-square-kilometre attraction. Around Jaisalmer, dunes such as Sam offer a contrast to the city\u2019s sandstone havelis and temples. Choose an authorised excursion on a permitted route, use the vehicle\u2019s restraints and clarify what the package includes. Avoid driving onto protected or closed areas, and check current local access rather than assuming all dunes are open. Incredible India\u2019s Sam guide<\/a> provides destination context.<\/p>\n

You may want to avoid going there in summers as the weather gets extreme.\u00a0 Also, keep yourself well hydrated.<\/p>\n

9) Jungle Safari<\/h2>\n

Over and above the rich and varied cultural heritage, the diverse wildlife is yet another feather to the incredible India hat.\u00a0 India is home to tigers, Asiatic lions, leopards, pythons, Asian elephants, deer, rhinoceroses, camels and snakes, to name a few.<\/p>\n

Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Gujarat<\/h3>\n

\"Adventures<\/p>\n

Source:\u00a0http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/the-belurs\/8483823139<\/p>\n

Gir is an important base for experiencing the wider Saurashtra landscape that supports wild Asiatic lions. A safari is a chance to see wildlife, not a guarantee. Use the official Gir permit portal<\/a> for current availability and instructions, and distinguish the Gir Jungle Trail from Devalia\u2019s separate visitor programme. Check the actual seasonal opening, reporting point and ID requirements before arranging a stay. Book the permitted programme first, then arrange accommodation and transport around its reporting point.<\/p>\n

Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh<\/h3>\n

\"Adventures<\/p>\n

Source:\u00a0http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/tariquesani\/3748837140<\/p>\n

Kanha\u2019s grasslands, sal forest and bamboo provide habitat for tigers, barasingha, leopards, wild dogs and other wildlife. A permitted vehicle safari follows designated routes, with sightings depending on chance. Book the correct park, gate, zone and session through Madhya Pradesh\u2019s official forest booking portal<\/a>. Check the current calendar and carry the original identification required by the permit. Choose accommodation near your actual gate; a booking for one zone is not interchangeable with every other entry.<\/p>\n

10) Boat Safari<\/h2>\n

Do not want to explore the wilderness of India in jeeps?\u00a0 How about a boat ride through the rivers which cross through the lush forests which house hundreds of different species of flora and fauna?<\/p>\n

Sundarbans, West Bengal<\/h3>\n

\"Adventures<\/p>\n

Source:\u00a0http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/15405665@N00\/363254489<\/p>\n

The Sundarbans is a magnificent labyrinth of tidal creeks and mangrove forest. The wider ecosystem spans India and Bangladesh; the Indian Sundarbans National Park lies in West Bengal and has its own permitted visitor routes. Much of a tourist visit is by boat, with the waterways and mangroves an attraction in their own right. Tigers, crocodiles, dolphins and birds are possibilities, not promises. Confirm the current permits for every traveller, the authorised itinerary, boat equipment, boarding jetty and return transport. Cooler months can be comfortable, but weather and tidal conditions still matter.<\/p>\n

Devbagh, Karwar, Karnataka<\/h3>\n

\"Adventures<\/p>\n

Source:\u00a0http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/abhijeetrane\/2810057245<\/p>\n

Devbagh near Karwar, at the Kali River\u2019s meeting with the Arabian Sea, offers a coastal change of pace. It is different from Devbag near Malvan in Maharashtra: check the state and exact boarding point when booking. Boat trips and activities depend on the authorised operator, season and sea conditions; dolphin sightings and a particular seafood menu cannot be guaranteed. Confirm transfers and inclusions, then leave time to enjoy the shore and estuary without rushing between activities.<\/p>\n

11) Bungee Jumping<\/h2>\n

A supervised bungee jump combines a controlled freefall with specialist equipment, checks and an operator-led briefing. It is not a do-it-yourself cliff jump.<\/p>\n

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India<\/h3>\n

\"Adventures<\/p>\n

Source:\u00a0http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/tranchis\/3523630730<\/p>\n

Feel the adrenaline rush at a purpose-built jump site near Rishikesh. Jumpin Heights<\/a> operates at Mohanchatti, with a jump over a valley rather than a jump into the Ganga. Confirm the exact site, current participant criteria and the operator\u2019s health screening and briefing. Courage alone is not enough: follow the staff\u2019s instructions and accept a decision not to jump when conditions or eligibility require it.<\/p>\n

Ask about the current price, transfers, reporting time, inclusions and weather-cancellation policy before booking. Avoid treating an extreme activity as a guaranteed way to overcome a fear or as suitable for everyone.<\/p>\n

12) Rock Climbing<\/h2>\n

Want to test your fitness level?\u00a0 Rock climbing involves using your arms and legs to pull yourself up a rock using sheer strength and control.\u00a0 It requires not only physical but also mental strength.<\/p>\n

Hampi, Karnataka<\/h3>\n

\"Adventures<\/p>\n

Source:\u00a0http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/angie-pants\/5763341547<\/p>\n

Hampi\u2019s Vijayanagara-era monuments and dramatic boulder landscape make a striking combination. For climbing, choose a locally permitted site with a qualified guide or experienced provider and equipment suited to the problem. Do not climb temples, carvings or protected monuments<\/strong>; a heritage visit is not permission to use archaeological structures as climbing routes. Confirm access on the actual land and respect local requests and closures.<\/p>\n

October to March is the best time to visit Hampi for rock climbing.\u00a0 Do avoid monsoons because the rocks get slippery because of rains.<\/p>\n

–<\/p>\n

Trodler<\/p>\n

Booking the experience, not just the destination<\/h2>\n

Match the operator, permitted route and participant requirements to the actual activity. A national-park room booking does not include a safari permit; a balloon booking does not guarantee a route; and a heritage ticket does not permit climbing. Ask about equipment, leadership, insurance arrangements and what happens if weather or authority restrictions cancel the programme. The Ministry of Tourism\u2019s adventure guidelines<\/a> are a useful reference.<\/p>\n

Use our India safari booking guide<\/a> for park-planning questions, offbeat Gujarat guide<\/a> for a wider Gir-region holiday, and Karnataka trip ideas<\/a> for a regional extension.<\/p>\n

Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n

Does a Gir or Kanha safari guarantee a lion or tiger?<\/h3>\n

No. A permit gives access to a designated visitor programme. Wildlife is free-ranging, and sightings depend on conditions and chance.<\/p>\n

Can visitors climb Hampi\u2019s temples as part of bouldering?<\/h3>\n

No. Choose a permitted climbing site and confirm local access. Protect monuments and carvings, and keep a heritage visit separate from the climbing activity.<\/p>\n

Credits and last update<\/h2>\n

This post was published on\u00a0Trodly<\/a>\u00a0travel blog.<\/em><\/p>\n

Featured image by\u00a0Arun Katiyar<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Read the previous post of the series here:<\/p>\n

The Amazing Dozen: 12 Adventures in India and where to do it – Part 1<\/h3>\n
\n

Last updated:<\/strong>

Six more Indian adventure ideas, with practical safari permits, ballooning, boat outings, bungee jumping and Hampi climbing guidance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":434,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[40,38],"tags":[73,2],"class_list":["post-433","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-adventure-activities","category-india","tag-adventure","tag-travel"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t