Adventure travel is hugely popular in India and there are so many different options to choose from. These include hiking and trekking, mountaineering, snow skiing, para gliding and para sailing, white water rafting, water sports, scuba diving, fishing, go-karting, and camel safaris. Come and enjoy an adventure holiday in India!
In recent years, India has emerged as one of the world's most popular adventure travel destinations. One of the main reasons for this is the huge variety of adventure activities that are possible in India. Most people looking for adventure travel in India head to the far north mountains, and the beaches of Goa. Here are the best places to unleash your adventurous side.
To make the most of your trip to Spiti, you'll want to get out and about, and explore its essence. There are a wide range of options for immersing yourself in the attractions that Spiti has to offer.
Ecosphere Spiti is a remarkable, award winning organization focused on conservation and responsible tourism in Spiti. Find out how Ecosphere can help you get the most from your Spiti travel.
Did you know that it's possible for you to drive an auto rickshaw across India? Known as the Rickshaw Challenge, these events are an hilarious and extraordinary way of experiencing India, and seeing the Indian countryside, while contributing to charity as well.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to drive an auto rickshaw across India? I did it, by driving for 13 days from Chennai to Mumbai in the 2009 Mumbai Express Rickshaw Challenge, and lived to tell the tale! Find out about my amazing experience in this series of daily blog posts.
Driving an auto rickshaw across India invariably results in numerous problems being encountered. In this interview with Rickshaw Challenge Support Crew member Suresh Rajendran, find out the inside story about the medical and mechanical problems that Rickshaw Challenge participants have to deal with, and how to best prevent them.
The trek to Dzongri peak is a classic Sikkim trekking opportunity. Read about the experience and get important tips in this informative travelogue.
The Dzongri peak trek starts at Yuksom in Sikkim, and passes through the dense tropical forest of Kachenjunga National Park. These photos from the trek show the stunning natural beauty of this area.
Thinlas Chorol is the only female Ladakhi trekking guide who's trained to work in this field. In this interview, Thinlas shares with us her motivation, as well as the most popular trekking experiences for visitors.
Narendra Agarwal, founder of TIMEPAUSE Adventures, is passionate about adventure travel and nature. In this interview, Narendra shares his favorite India adventure travel destinations with us and reveals some great adventure spots not far from Mumbai.
The monsoon season is the perfect time to hike to The Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand. You’ll be rewarded with the sight of around 300 different varieties of alpine flowers, which appear as a bright carpet of color against a mountainous snow capped background.
Go on a camel safari and ride through the rippling, windswept desert on camel back and camp out under the stars. It's one of the most unforgettable and enchanting experiences you can have in India.
Hot air balloon flights in India are a relatively new adventure activity, but one that's fast the growing in popularity. Imagine having a calm and peaceful view of India's breathtaking scenery from a quiet place high above the crowds.
Goa is the best alternative to the mountains for anyone looking for adventure and adrenaline in India. There are almost 100 operators to offer you just about every type of adventure activity imaginable, including water sports, go-karting, scuba diving and snorkeling, hiking, fishing, and dolphin sightseeing trips.
In India’s far northern region of Ladakh, Leh offers two of the world’s largest mountain ranges, alpine desert, and dry barren landscape full of historic Buddhist monasteries. Ladakh doesn't experience rain like elsewhere in India, so the monsoon season is the perfect time to travel to Leh.
Matheran is the closest hill settlement to Mumbai and is unique because all vehicles are banned there. Enjoy fresh air, panoramic views, unspoilt forest, walking trails, horse riding, and scenic toy train ride.
Manali, with its soothing backdrop of the Himalayas, offers a blend of tranquility and adventure that makes it one of northern India's most popular tourist destinations. You can go fishing, white water rafting, paragliding, skiing, mountaineering, and hiking in and around Manali. Or just simply relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air!
The hill settlement of Nainital was a popular summer retreat for the British during the time they ruled India. Adventure activities including nature walks, trekking, boating, and rock climbing are all on offer. Nainital is close to Corbett National Park too.
Download a list of over 120 trekking routes in Uttarakhand. (Adobe PDF format).
What better way to enjoy India and adventure than by racing an auto rickshaw around the country for charity? Find out more here.
