Adventure holidays in India

Do adventure sports press all your buttons then get ready for the trip of a lifetime? What would be your dream vacation? Do you prefer exploring a historic city or relaxing on the beach? Or do you need an adventurous holiday destination? In India, Adventure trips are the latest buzz – whether you are traveling solo or with your friends or with your partner. Getting lost in the mountains or taking a tour of the amazing national park or sanctuary and many more are the trips you can take during your vacations. If you need a sense of satisfaction or adrenaline rush in your trip, then adventure travel is all you need to plan for your next trip with friends. We have listed some adventure travel ideas for you. Check out to know more-

Manali is an experience-lover and nature lover’s delight. Beautiful walks through pine forests, apple orchards along the way and incredible views of the Himalayas. It possesses a reputation as a honeymoon destination and along with adventure vacations. You can try hiking to the Rohtang Pass or paragliding in the Solang Valley. There are number of trekking places available from Manali. There is hidden village named Malana, in the Himalayas known for its strict rules and regulations. You can also go to Jogini Falls, which is an hour trek from Manali. You will have an experience to live for.

How to get there: Manali is well connected with the road, with a number of HRTC buses run by all major cities such as Srinagar, Delhi, Rishikesh. You can also fly to Manali, the nearest airport in Bhuntar.

Where to Stay overnight: If you are looking for a budget stay, a range of budget hotels are available on the old Manali Road and Hadimba Street. For luxurious stay there many resorts where you can book your stay.

Do you like your adventure holidays to make a skier? Go to Auli in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand – with its 3-kilometer slope and a 500-meter-long ski lift, Auli is a place to be in and can give many ski resorts a run for their money. Ski equipment is provided and the tourist office (GMVN) offers 7-14 days of ski lessons. Auli will give you best experience that you can desire for.

How to reach there: The nearest airport to Auli is Jolly Grant airport which is at distance of 286 kms. Then you can train to Rishikesh and then a bus to reach Auli. Auli is also well connected with Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Rishikesh and Srinagar

Where to stay overnight: There are number of budget hotels. There are good guest houses and homestay available.

Do you like your adventure holidays to make a skier? Go to Auli in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand – with its 3-kilometer slope and a 500-meter-long ski lift, Auli is a place to be in and can give many ski resorts a run for their money. Ski equipment is provided and the tourist office (GMVN) offers 7-14 days of ski lessons. Auli will give you best experience that y

The lush forests of the Nagarhole National Park lie deep in Coorg (Kodagu). You’ll probably come across tigers, leopards, elephants and many other animals in this 650 square kilometer sanctuary. With a magnificent view of the mountains at the background and a jungle safari, Nagarhole is sure to pump the adrenaline rush into your body. This national park is a home for a fauna & flora and can turn out to be an amazing adventure trail when travel solo or even in the group.

A quiet and calm evening in the park is everything you need to enjoy nature.

How to reach there: There are many flights to Bangalore. Taxis can be rented to reach Nagarhole National Park of Mysore and Bengaluru. The nearest station is back in Mysore at a distance of 87 km.

Where to stay overnight: Bheerambali Village, Orange County, Kabini

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How to reach there: The nearest airport to Auli is Jolly Grant airport which is at distance of 286 kms. Then you can train to Rishikesh and then a bus to reach Auli. Auli is also well connected with Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Rishikesh and Srinagar

Where to stay overnight: There are number of budget hotels. There are good guest houses and homestay available.

Madhya Pradesh is known as “The Heart of India”, which echoes with the roar of the Royal Bengal Tiger. There are many national parks, but most exiting wildlife safari is offered by Bandhavgarh. There are high chances to see a tiger, since here the density of its population is the highest known in India. You can also try for elephant ride in green park of Bandhavgarh.

An elephant ride in Bandhavgarh is all to put your adrenaline rush to a great height.

How to get there: To reach Bandhavgarh, Jabalpur airport is the nearest airport. You can then take a bus to Umaria, which is at a distance of 45 minutes from the park. There are number of taxi service you can take from Umaria to the park.

Where to Stay overnight: Arnayak Resorts & Bandhavgarh Vilas are the two most recommended places to stay during you journey.

Assam’s Kaziranga National Park has more than 2,000 rhinos and you can take a jeep safari or an elephant back ride into the meadows to see them. Sounds interesting? Perhaps the experience you get when you are face to face with the Rhinoceros, you will have unforgettable memory.  The park is also home to a large breeding population of whitewater buffaloes, Marsh chamois and elephants.

How to get there: The closest airport to Kaziranga is 74 km away in Jorhat, Assam

If you come by train, you will find the nearest railhead in Helem (30 km), Furketing (75 km), Jorhat (90 km) and Guwahati (200 km)

Kaziranga National Park can be approached from both sides via the national highway NH 37. The nearest bus stop to Kaziranga is in Kohara. Buses from Guwahati, Tezpur, Dimapur and Upper Assam all travel through Kohara.

Where to stay overnight: Resort Borgos & Kaziranga Resort

If your idea of ​​the adventure travels into a largely untouched terrain dotted with small villages, go to the Lahaul Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh. It offers a picturesque mountain country, magnificent valleys, beautiful river views and a quiet environment.

How to reach there: After the Airport reach Lahaul & Spiti by private taxi or bus.

Train Route : Jogindernagar is the nearest narrow gauge railhead to Lahaul & Spiti. Shimla & Chandigarh are two broad gauge railheads for Lahaul & Spiti.

Where to stay overnight: The Nomad’s Cottage, Hotel Deyzor

Rishikesh is situated 260 kilometers from Auli. There are many temples, but Rishikesh is known for adventure activities – bungee jumping, white water rafting on the Ganga rapids, cliff jumping, 1 kilometer long zip lining, trekking and much more. It is also referred to as “YOGA CAPITAL OF INDIA”. So the next time you want a serious place for meditation after you’ve gone with an extraordinary adventure sport, visit Rishikesh.

How to reach there: The nearest airport to Auli is Jolly Grant airport which is at distance of 35 kms. Then you can get train to Rishikesh. It is also well connected with New Delhi, Dehradun and Haridwar.

Where to stay overnight: Rishikesh Is best known for its camps. Try to book a tent in a campsite where you can stay.

Do you have experience on trekking on fragile, frozen river? We bet you try this!! Every year in January and February, the Zanskar River freezes and a snow cover envelops it – this is the Chadar hike. Going on snow and ice is a bit difficult, but if you have beautiful Himalayan vistas, frozen waterfalls and old monasteries to face, a bit of risk seems worth it. The mesmerizing Chadar trek is bound to take your breath away.

How to reach there: The nearest airport that is Leh is at distance of 105 km. Flights from Delhi, Jammu and Srinagar connect Leh by plane.

Taxis are easy to reach from Leh Zanskar

Where to stay overnight: Since it has no accommodation available, one must carry its own tents when trekking to the Zanskar

Pokhara is place to go in Nepal that offers many adventure activities – from rafting and kayaking on many rivers to the Himalayan hills, something for everyone. Offbeat activities include exploring caves, zip lining on a plain drop of 500 meters and canyoning – jumping and slipping several cascading waterfalls! Visit Rupa Valley and Bengas Valley, the two quiet lakes at a distance of 10 km from Pokhara.

How to reach there: There is airport in Kathmandu and it is the nearest airport for tourists near by Pokhara. From there you can take a bus to reach Pokhara.

Where to stay overnight: Hotel Trekker’s Inn, Hotel Orchid

Our neighboring countries also offer some exciting adventure holidays to enjoy. Punakha in Bhutan has some nice walks as well as quirky attractions such as the Chimi Lhakhang, Fertility Temple. There are Hot springs and caves that add to the beauty of Punakha. In order to collect an amazing experience, the weather here is just awesome. You can visit this place at any time of the year and at any hour of the day, the weather is just right for you to take a quiet stroll into the fascinating beauty of this city.

How to reach there: The best way to travel to Punakha is to take a flight to Paro International Airport. From the airport, buses and taxis are available to go to Punakha Valley

Where to stay overnight: Damchen Resort, Meri Puensum resort