Don't you get bored with our tedious daily lives? Don't you wish you could do something to break that never-ending monotony you call routine? I would say 'Yes' in the loudest, most annoyed voice ever coming out of me.
But how will you take a break from this, watch a movie, or go shopping? No, that sounds too overblown. What about a little adventure sports to give you much-needed adrenaline? Wouldn't it be great to experience a thrilling exploit at least a few times? It may give you a brand-new outlook on life and an excellent story to tell your friends!
Here are some phenomenal, goose-bump-raising adventure sports to try!
1. Rock Climbing
Rock Climbing, also known as bouldering, is an individual climbing of large, solid rocks. Alongside an assorted landscape, there are many regions in India where you can indulge in this venture. The sport tests your strength and requires a sound level of fitness.
When you feel bored with your gym workout routine, you and your friends can plan Rock Climbing with the necessary tools and guidance. Natural rock climbing activities can be found in Sikkim and Himachal Pradesh, and indoor rock climbing places are available nationwide.
2. Snorkelling
Snorkeling is an underwater sport that involves wearing a snorkel, a mask, and swim fins. It is easier than Scuba Diving for most people because you have to stay on the water's surface and not go much deeper, making it more suitable for children to learn about the beauty of the underwater ecosystem.
The best places to go Snorkeling in India are Goa, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the Lakshwadeep Islands, and Netrani in Karnataka.
3. Paragliding
Paragliding is a popular adventure sport, a beautiful experience of drifting through the air. Foot-launched flying is done without the help of any motorized equipment. With the paragliding sails, you can fly up to more than 6,500 meters. It gives you a delightful experience because an individual starts on the ground with expanded parachutes, and the wind takes them toward the sky.
A lot of people take part in Paragliding activities all over India. Ladakh is a famous Tourist destination for paragliding, where you can view the impressive valleys. The state of Himachal Pradesh has Paragliding as well. If you live in Mumbai or Pune and do not have time to go to the states mentioned above, then you can go to Kamshet, another paragliding destination, over the weekend.
4. Bungee Jumping
The act of jumping from a tall height while being attached to an elastic cord is known as Bungee Jumping. Day by day, it is becoming a very famous adventure sport and is known to be a favorite among adrenaline junkies and adventurous tourists alike.
The best place in India for bungee jumping is Rishikesh because its height is 83 meters, the highest in this country. Lonavla holds a height of 45 meters for Bungee Jumping. And if the above two heights give you a shiver down your spine, you can go to Goa and Karnataka, where the height is around 25 meters.
5. Skiing
Skiing is a highly well-known adventure sport in North America and Europe, but you may be surprised to know that it has been in India since around 1955. Originally, skiing was a means of transport to slide through the snow in hilly, mountainous regions, but now, it is mostly a family recreational activity.
Jammu and Kashmir have transcendent locations where one can indulge in Skiing. PahaSkiings a significant destination for most tourists because it offers a view of lovely western areas of the Himalayas. It is mostly visited in December and March when the snow is abundant. Along with Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are two states in India that are hubs for Ski lovers.
