India is the perfect blend of well-endowed and different topographical features, with some of the highest peaks, best trekking trails, dense forests, and the bluest waters. This is exactly what makes our beautiful country the best spot for adventure tourism. While we all have our preferences for a good Weekend Getaway in North India, for the adventure lover in you, India is a surprise waiting to be explored.
Here are 5 adventure sports that you can experience in North India:
1. River Rafting in Rishikesh
Rishikesh is known for its religious tours, however, you can blend it with the adventure of white water rafting to make it memorable for a lifetime. Rishikesh, along with Shivpuri and Kaudiyala (about 20 km), has emerged as a major center of white water rafting in North India. It offers a wonderful experience adventure and thrill. River Ganga and its major tributaries come gushing down from the mountains.
Even though river rafting is most popular in Rishikesh, it is also approached for body surfing, cliff jumping, beach volleyball, trekking, camping, rock climbing, rappelling, wildlife safaris (Rajaji National Park), canoeing, hiking, etc. for the Perfect Weekend Getaway in North India.
2. Mahseer Fishing in the Himalayas
Mahseer is handsome fish inhabiting the fast-flowing river environments, especially the rivers originating from the Himalayas, and flowing ultimately into the Bay of Bengal. This most spectacular fish can easily swim upstream against rapids at over 20 knots and can grow up to 125 lbs. The fast current of the river makes them extraordinarily strong so that they put up a memorable fight when hooked. Fishing Enthusiasts and Hunters from around the globe visit this site to achieve their life goal of catching the amazing Mahseer Fish.
The best time for Mahseer fishing in India is in Autumn (from September to November), when the rivers become clear after the monsoon, and in Spring (from March to May) when the early monsoon rain raises the level of the rivers again.
3. Trout Fishing in the rivers Ramganga and Sharda
Blessed with numerous coastlines and inland waterways, India is a perfect destination for all types of angling and fishing holidays. Fishing is a great business and adventure sport in India during the spring and summer season. The 'Trout' fish was first brought to India from England in 1880. The credit for introducing the brown and rainbow trout to the streams of India and making it a hub for anglers goes to the British.
The season in Hill Stations runs from April to October. While in plains, the months from September to March are considered the best. There are a few tributaries and water channels near the mainstream beats, which provide the opportunity of fishing throughout the season.
4. Auli – The Ski Capital of India
Heavily crowded between the months of December to March, Auli is an internationally famed skiing destination. Auli is an ideal winter resort located 16 km from Joshimath. The place offers a panoramic view of Himalayan peaks like Nanda Devi (7817 m), Kamet (7756 m), Mana Parvat (7273 m), and Dunagiri (7066 m). The major attraction at Auli is a 3 km long slope ranging from a height of 2519 m to 3049 m.
The skiing resort at Auli is run and maintained by Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN). The authority organizes various skiing contests and provides good facilities for skiers to promote the sport. Apart from that, National Championships are also organized in the months of February and March by the Winter Games Federation Of India. For Amateur, various training courses are conducted in modules of 7-14 days. These are proper certificate courses and are conducted in the months of January-March.
5. Paragliding in Himachal Pradesh
The fascinating sport of Paragliding is one of the most popular aero-sports all over the world. The sport is a perfect blend of hang gliding and parachuting. One has to run down a hill with the entire setup of the glider, and then fly and climb in the rising air currents. Parachuting is the activity of floating down to the ground, but paragliding is the activity to take you high in the sky by using exactly the same aerodynamic effects that keep airplanes flying. However, unlike an airplane, the beautiful thing about a Paraglider is that you don't require an engine to stay in the air.
Towards the lower Himalayas, the states like Himachal Pradesh and Uttaranchal are perfect sites for paragliding. Billing, Kullu, Solang Valley, and Lahaul & Spiti are the favorite destinations of paragliders in the state of Himachal Pradesh. Apart from that, Naukutchiyatal in Nainital, Dayara Bugyal in Garhwal, Dhanolti Ridge in Garhwal, and Bedni Bugyal in Kumaon are other frequented regions.
These locations have given everyone the Perfect Weekend Getaway opportunity with their favorite adventure sports!