Adventure Destinations in India

Information about various adventure destinations in India like Leh Ladakh, Kullu-Manali, Bir Billing, Gulmarg, Rishikesh and Jim Corbett National Park, and various adventurous activities to enjoy there like Mountaineering, Trekking, Skiing, Heli-Skiing, Snow Boarding, White Water Rafting etc.
Adventure Destinations in India
India is a country which has a long list of adventure destinations, then be it adventure sports like Skiing, White Water Rafting, Ballooning, Mountaineering, Jeep Safari or Trekking in dense forests. With a great variety in its landscapes, India offers its visitors with a large number of opportunities to enjoy the nature in true sense. From snow clad mountain peaks to great Thar Desert, from snow fed wild Himalayan rivers to its rugged terrains and evergreen forests blessed with varieties of flora and fauna, India attracts a large number of adventure freaks every year from all over the world.

Famous Places of Adventure in India

Leh Ladakh (Jammu and Kashmir)

Rugged terrains of Leh Ladakh region attract a large number of adventure freaks from various parts of the globe every year. Some of the famous adventure activities of Leh Ladakh include mountaineering, trekking, jeep safari, biking and water rafting. Leh Ladakh is dominated by Buddhist population and has some of the ancient and beautiful monasteries of the world. It is also called by the name of 'Little Tibet'.

Gulmarg (Jammu and Kashmir)

Gulmarg is one of the beautiful hill stations located in the Northernmost state of Jammu and Kashmir. It is world over famous for its mesmerising snow covered slopes which are favourable for Skiing and Heli-Skiing and Snow Boarding. Winter sports competitions are organised in Gulmarg every year in the months from December to February.

Kullu Manali (Himachal Pradeh)

Kullu and Manali are two neighbouring destinations located in the beautiful small state of Himachal Pradesh. They are counted among the famous hill stations of India. Skiing, Heli-Skiing, Trekking, Mountaineering, Jeep Safari, Biking and White Water Rafting are some of adventure activities which can be enjoyed in this region.

Bir-Billing (Himachal Pradeh)

Bir Billing is located in Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. This place is famous in India for Para Gliding. Every year para gliding competitions are organised in Bir Billing in which a large number of gliders from various countries of the world participate.

Rishikesh (Uttarakhand)

Rishikesh is an enchanting destination for those who like to explore the enjoyment of wild waters. It is famous for white water rafting in the snow fed Ganga river with various rapids from Shivpuri to Rishikesh. White water rafting can be enjoyed throughout the year except monsoon period in the months of July and August.

Jim Corbett National Park (Uttar Pradesh)

Jim Corbett National Park is very famous for wildlife safaris in India. There are a number of rare wild animals in this national park which can be seen busy in their natural activities. It is mainly a Tiger Reserve. Located in the foot hills of Uttar Pradesh, Jim Corbett National Park is one of the famous destinations in India for wildlife safaris.
Know about the various adventure actitities in India.
Information about various adventure activities whcih can be enjoyed in India like Mountaineering, Jeep Safari, Trekking, White Water Rafting and Heli-Skiing.

By Sanjeev Verma
Published: 8/5/2009
 
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