{"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":"2018-11-12T11:53:48","modified_gmt":"2018-11-12T06:23:48","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":"The Amazing Dozen: 12 Adventures in India and where to do it – Part 2"},"content":{"rendered":"

India has no dearth of adventure options and destinations. Continuing on our earlier post, this is the 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><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

7) Hot Air Ballooning<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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

Jaipur\/Pushkar\/Ranthambore, Rajasthan<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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

See Rajasthan<\/a><\/span> as never before.\u00a0 The lakes, the palaces, the mountains, the villages and the sand dunes: it will give a different perspective to the land of kings which has stood witness to the history of India.\u00a0 Take a flight just before dawn to see the Sun rising over the brave land of Rajasthan, or in the evening and enjoy the Sun set over the palaces.\u00a0 Take in a riot of colours and culture during the Pushkar<\/span><\/a> fair, which is the largest cattle fair in the world and take in the scenic beauty of the Aravalli mountain range, the oldest mountain range of the country.\u00a0 Or take a flight over the Pink City of India, Jaipur, which boasts of some of the most magnificent palaces, forts and rich history.\u00a0 But if you want to experience a bit of the wildlife, take a flight over Ranthambore<\/span>, home to the majestic Tigers, situated at the junction of Aravalli mountain range and Vindhyachal mountain range.<\/span><\/p>\n

8) 4*4 Jeep Safari<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

Jaisalmer – Bikaner<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

Spread over 126.28 square kilometres, this land of golden sand, the geographical diversity this desert city offers is amazing.\u00a0 Located close to India-Pakistan border, Jaisalmer<\/span><\/a> showcases some of the most breathtaking architecture ranging from havelis to temples made out of sand stones, each telling a unique tale of the great kings who ruled the land.\u00a0 Tread your way through the sand dunes and travel back in time.<\/span><\/p>\n

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

9) Jungle Safari<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\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, deers, rhinoceroses, camels and snakes, to name a few.<\/span><\/p>\n

Gir Wildlife Sanctuary, Gujarat<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

The only home to the Asiatic Lions, Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary<\/span><\/a> is one of the most important protected areas in Asia because of the supported species.\u00a0 The declaration of the forest area as \u201cprotected\u201d in the early 1990s by the Nawab of Junagadh, has helped conserve the population of the lions which had plummeted to as low as 15 lions.\u00a0 As per last census in April 2010, the lion-count in Gir stood at 411.\u00a0 Over an above the Asiatic Lions, Gir is home to 2,375 distinct species of fauna including Indian Cobras, Indian Leopards, Sloth Bears and Blackbucks as well as 400 species of flora.\u00a0 Prior permission from Sinh Sadan Forest Lodge Office is required for jeep safari, and the best time to spot lions is dawn and dusk.\u00a0 Gir National Park safari remains closed from mid-June to mid-October every year.<\/span><\/p>\n

Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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

Stretching over an area of 940 square km, the largest National Park in Central India is home to Royal Bengal Tigers, Leopards, Sloth Bear, Barasingha and Indian Wild Dog among others.\u00a0 The grassy meadows and lush bamboo forests at Kahna were the inspiration behind Rudyard Kipling\u2019s famous novel, \u201cJungle Book\u201d.\u00a0 A jeep safari is an ideal way to explore the wildlife and the green forests of Kanha<\/span><\/a>, as fixed routes followed by jeeps do not unnecessarily disturb the animals.\u00a0 Kahna National Park jeep safari remains closed from July 1 to mid-October every year.\u00a0 Do carry original identity proof (passport, driving licence, PAN card) at the time of<\/span> visiting the park.<\/p>\n

10) Boat Safari<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\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?<\/span><\/p>\n

Sunderbans, West Bengal<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

Sunderbans<\/span><\/a>, which in the literally mean \u201cthe forest of sundari\u201d, a magnificent labyrinth of mangrove trees is one of its kinds forests in the world located at the mouth of the river Ganga, about 130 km south east of Kolkata in West Bengal.\u00a0 Spread over 54 islands, the Tiger Reserve and National Park at Sunderbans, which extend all the way to Bangladesh, is accessible only through boats.\u00a0 Spotting a tiger is not easy, though, as they are shy animals.\u00a0 But the mangrove forests provide a unique ecosystem and do look out for crocodiles and dolphins.\u00a0 Best season to visit Sunderbans is between October to March.\u00a0 Foreigners need to obtain permit to visit the national park which can be obtained from the West Bengal Tourism office.<\/span><\/p>\n

Devbagh, Karwar, Karnataka<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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

This seaside town on the banks of river Kali lies about 519 km north of Bangalore, capital of Karnataka.\u00a0 Situated about 15 km from Karnataka-Goa border, Devbagh is a birdwatchers\u2019 paradise.\u00a0 Snorkeling, parasailing, kayaking which is served with a sumptuous helping of choicest seafood made out of fresh catch.\u00a0 And if Ayurvedic spa is not your thing, head over to the nearby island for dolphin spotting.\u00a0 Take in the serene beauty of Kali backwaters as it merges with the Arabian Sea.\u00a0 Disconnect yourself from the world and enjoy the nature.\u00a0 November to March would be a good time to visit Devbagh.<\/span><\/p>\n

11) Bungee Jumping<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Tie your legs to an elastic cord, jump off a cliff and let gravity take over from there.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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

Feel the adrenaline rush through vein as you jump into the river Ganga in the amazing combination of adventure and fun.\u00a0 All you need to do is stand on the edge and have the courage to jump.\u00a0 Get a high on freefalling from a height towards the gushing waters of river Hall, a tributary of river Ganga, originating from the Himalayas.\u00a0 Along with thrill bungee jumping offers, it also helps you overcome three of the most common fears: heights, falling and death.<\/span><\/p>\n

While jumping is fun and exhilarating, be ensure safety in this extreme adventure sport. Do adhere to safety instructions given by the instructor.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

12) Rock Climbing<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\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.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hampi, Karnataka<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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

This world renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site not only boasts of ruins of monuments dating back to beginning of the millenium but it is also a rock climber\u2019s paradise.\u00a0 Offering some of the excellent bouldering opportunities, Hampi<\/span><\/a> attracts rock climbers from India as well as abroad.\u00a0 Hemakuta Hill, Matanga Hill and the premises of Tiruvengalantha Temple and Malyavanta Raghunatha Temple are some of the most popular bouldering sites in Hampi.\u00a0 Depending on how intense you want your rock climbing adventure, there are various trails of boulder hills to challenge you.\u00a0<\/span><\/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.<\/span><\/p>\n

–<\/span><\/p>\n

Trodler<\/span><\/p>\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<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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