Adventure Sports: Top 10 places this season!

Ski from the highest peaks or choose the largest elephant for a safari. Go horseback riding on the sand dunes or hunt through the mysterious marine life while scuba diving. Put those dancing heels aside and put on your sneakers. Do something else like we give you 10 adventurous places.

Gulmarg

Skiing, sledding

A huge bowl-shaped lush green meadow, looking like something out of a fantasy. Gulmarg is a large mountain in the hinterland and is synonymous with winter sports. Whether you want to whiz down from Khilanmarg from a height of 14,000 feet or just enjoy the alpine scenery and sun, between building snowman and snow walls, a journey to Gulmarg will end your quest for snow adventure.

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Jodhpur

Sand Dune Camping, desert safaris, camel camps, elephant safaris, flying fox, dirt biking, mountaineering

Here is a vast ocean of golden sand dunes stretching for miles, punctuated by clumps of desert greenery and days filled with poetic sunrises and sunsets. Enjoy sand dune camps and desert safaris in Jodhpur where you can moult like the desert natives surrounded by live song and dance performances and huge campfires. If adrenaline pumping is what you desire, visit Jodhpur for zip line tours, dirt biking and rock climbing.

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Skiing, Trekking

Known as the land of the gods, Auli is considered one of the best ski destinations in the world. Foggy and mystical for a better part of the year, Auli’s unpredictable weather lends a thrilling edge to the whole extreme winter sports experience and if you’re lucky, you might be able to ski in the middle of snow. Surrounded by mighty, rugged peaks of Mt. Nanda Devi, Auli has some unusual hiking trails.

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Dhauladhar’s

Ice Climbing, Mountain Climbing, Trekking, Lake Treks

Rising lightning fast from the Indian plains is the beautiful Dhauladhar range, resplendent in their stark whiteness. Known as the outer Himalayas with remarkable slopes leading to vertical snow and ice crested peaks, the Dhauladhar beaches are a perfect backdrop for winter walks meandering through icy lakes and ice climbing through rock formations that will test your adventurous spirit to the limit.

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Jaisalmer

Sand Dune Safaris, Jeepsafari, Hot Air Ballooning, Camel Safari, Paragliding

An ocean of sand hills of breathtaking splendor, Jaisalmer is rightly called the Golden City. Hike the desert of Thar through millennia old dunefields, take part in exhilarating camel safaris, hot air ballooning and paragliding. And if you’re lucky, you might hear the dunes perform a symphony with their whistling and singing.

Goa

Windsurfing, Scuba Diving, Water Skiing, Beach Parasailing, Personal Watercraft

When pristine beaches and crystal clear waters are combined with water skiing and parasailing, Goa becomes the dream destination for water sports enthusiasts. Be it Baga Beach or Candolim, take your pick to have the adventure of a lifetime. Moreover, there are also other sides of Goa tourism.

Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary

Walking, cycling, hiking, camping

Surrounded by the Cardamom Hills on the sides, this famous lush green endowment of nature is the perfect destination for outdoor activities in the wilderness of Kerala. Fall in love with the beauty of nature and explore the best of Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary with camping, hiking or cycling.

Tajpur

Paragliding, Rafting, Rock Climbing

Tajpur in West Bengal, with its scenic and relatively less crowded beach and tourist spots, is the best for a getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life. Take a paraglide through the unexplored natural areas or catch a panoramic view of the city after an energetic rock climbing session.

Shillong

Diving, Kayaking, Trekking, Mountain Biking, Camping, River Canyoning

Known for its mesmerizing natural beauty, this popular tourist destination in Northeast India is also a place for various outdoor activities. From scuba diving, mountain biking to hiking through the wooded trails, Shillong’s pristine areas are breathtaking.

Andaman

Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Trekking, Hiking, Parasailing, Water Skiing, Windsurfing

An unusual destination that will fulfill all your desires to dive deep into the blue ocean waters. Sail with the wind or just walk untrodden paths, visit Andaman to explore the beauty. The rich marine life of the ocean is a jewel atop this spectacular tourist spot.