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A country blessed with diverse landscapes; <\/span>India offers opportunities galore for adventure-seeking travelers. <\/span>Be it land-based adventures such as trekking, mountain biking, skiing, or air-based activities like paragliding, skydiving, bungee jumping or water-based pursuits including rafting, windsurfing, and flyboarding, India has it all. <\/span>While the mountainous terrains in the north are the go-to places for many land and air-based adventures, the coast-hugging regions in the south are a delight for water sports lovers. <\/span>Thrill seekers, here are some of the must-try adventure sports in India.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

White water rafting<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Navigating the fierce rapids (classified into various grades depending on their thrill factor) while the turbulent river leaves no stone unturned to twist and turn your rafting boat over is a thrill worth experiencing. <\/span>White water rafting in India sends your heart racing as you race through the uncontrollable water.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

What are the best places for white water rafting in India?<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n

Rishikesh (Ganga River), Kullu Manali (Beas River), Sikkim (Teesta River), Ladakh (Zanskar River), Arunachal Pradesh (Brahmaputra & Lohit Rivers), and Uttarakhand (Tons River).\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Trekking<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Trekking is one of the most popular adventure sports in India. <\/span>With an array of easy to difficult treks on offer, this country disappoints neither beginners nor challenge-seeking expert trekkers. <\/span>While the <\/span><\/span><\/span>monsoon treks in India<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a> treat you to the lush green beauty of nature in all its glory, the winter treks take you by surprise with their snow-covered trails and splendid views.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

What are the best treks in India?\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n

Valley of Flowers Trek, Chembra Peak Trek, Chadar Trek, Roopkund Trek, Chandratal Lake Trek, Markha<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Valley Trek, Beas Kund Trek, Hampta Pass Trek, and Rajmachi Fort Trek.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Bungee Jumping<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

An extreme adventure; <\/span>bungee jumping is not everyone’s cup of tea. <\/span>That leap from a whopping height (with nothing but a safety cord tied to you) makes your blood run cold, thus triggering a surge in adrenaline. <\/span>If this exhilarating experience is what you are looking forward to, then book your <\/span><\/span><\/span>international flights<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a> to India right away. <\/span>The country’s highest bungee jumping destination is at Rishikesh, and the platform from where the jump takes place is set at a height of 83 m.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

What are the best places for bungee jumping in India?<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n

Rishikesh (Jumpin Heights), Lonavala (Della Adventure), New Delhi (Wanderlust), Bengaluru (Ozone Adventures), and Goa (Gravity Adventure Zone).<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Scuba Diving<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

Go scuba diving to explore the rich marine life thriving in the Indian Ocean, the Arabian Sea, and the Bay of Bengal \u2013 the vast water bodies that surround peninsular India. <\/span>Swim with schools of big and small fish, turtles, and other aquatic species and discover the beauty of the underwater world filled with colorful coral reefs, up close and personal. <\/span>Goa, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep Islands are the three most popular destinations for not just scuba diving, but all underwater adventure sports in India.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

What are the best places for scuba diving in India?<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n

Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep Islands, Pondicherry, Grande Island (Goa), Barracuda Islands (Netrani), Malvan and Tarkarli (Maharashtra), and Kovalam (Kerala).<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Paragliding<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n

This extremely thrilling adventure activity that lets you experience what it is like to fly across the sky is something that adventure lovers wouldn’t want to miss when in India. <\/span>Do give it a try and enjoy the breathtaking views of the gorgeous landscapes as you glide in the air. <\/span>For beginners, tandem paragliding opportunities are also available at many paragliding destinations in the country. <\/span>Bir Billing in Himachal Pradesh is a paragliding hotspot in India.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

What are the best places for paragliding in India?<\/span><\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n

Bir Billing, Mussoorie, Manali, Ranikhet, Kamshet, Panchgani, Nainital, Shillong, and Yelagiri.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure expedition in India? <\/span>So, where are you heading? <\/span>Rishikesh \u2013 the Adventure Capital of India, or Goa \u2013 the Water Sport Capital of India? <\/span>Avail Indian Eagle’s deals on <\/span><\/span><\/span>flight tickets to Delhi<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a> , Goa, or any other city, and book flights at the lowest airfare!<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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