Top 12 Adventure Sports In India To Get Your Adrenaline Rushing

India is blessed with a vast geographical diversity which makes the country's terrain apt for many adventure sports. The country has the mighty mountains on one hand, and the Arabian sea and the Bay of Bengal on the other, it has lush green forests and gushing inland water bodies too, making it a fit for many adventure sports. The popularity of adventure sports in India is on the rise and is home to those who seek it. If you are an adrenaline junkie, bookmark these adventure sports and spots for your next getaway.

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Adventure sports to try out in India!

12 Adventure Sports To Indulge In For A Thrilling Experience

1. Parasailing

If you love the idea of flying like a bird with a view of the ocean and the white sands beneath you, parasailing is definitely the sport for you. Many beaches in Goa offer parasailing experiences with spectacular aerial views. So if you haven't already tried the sports, it's time to pack your bags and go to Goa. The best time to practice the sport is during the peak travel season i.e., from October to March.

Enjoy an aerial view of the ocean when parasailing

2. Skydiving

After watching Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, if you are not convinced to try skydiving at least once in your lifetime, then we hope we may be able to. The idea of falling from thousands of feet above sea level and landing with a parachute is thrilling on its own. Amby Valley in Maharashtra offers sky-diving experiences and is functional all throughout the year except during the monsoon season.

3. Paragliding

If you would like to get a breathtaking view of the mountains and scenic landscapes instead of the oceans, paragliding is the activity you should indulge in. Bir Billing in Himachal Pradesh is a beautiful town overlooking the landscapes of Dhauladhar. The best time to practice the sport is from October to June.

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Experience the aerial view of the mountains and valleys when paragliding

4. Skiing

The northern states of Jammu and Kashmir, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh are blessed with snowfall during the winter season. The best time to get the skiing experience is at the end of December and in February. Auli in Uttarakhand is the best region to go skiing in India.

5. Rock Climbing

There is a combination of natural sites and manmade rocking climbing structures in India. For those of you who would love to have a totally natural rock climbing experience, Sar Pass in Himachal Pradesh is the place to begin your rock climbing adventure.

6. White Water Rafting

There are many locations to go white-water rafting in India. May it be the Zanskar in Ladakh or Rishikesh in Uttarakhand, or Manali, river rafting is an addiction hard to let go of. The unexpected rapids and the gushing flow of water over you will definitely give you the adrenaline rush you were looking for.

Enjoy a river rafting experience at Rishikesh

7. Sailing

Due to its vast coastline, among other adventure activities, even sailing can be practiced in India. The coastal regions of Mumbai, Kerala, Chennai, and Goa are the ultimate places to go sailing. There are coaching courses to learn sailing at various clubs where you can get a hang of the activity, before sailing deeper into the sea.

8. Bungee Jumping

For bungee jumping, Rishikesh hands down offer the ultimate dream destination. Located on the banks of the River Ganga in Uttarakhand, the bungee experience here will be one of a kind. The best time to go bungee jumping is from August to October and in the months of February and March.

Go bungee jumping in Rishikesh

9. Surfing

Surfing has gained much popularity over the years owing to India's vast coastline. Mahabalipuram and Covelong in Tamil Nadu and Varkala and Kovalam in Kerala are the best destinations to learn surfing in. The places offer tutorials for beginners as well as for intermediate surfers. The best time to learn the sport would be the entire year barring the monsoon months. However, the experts would like to surf especially during the monsoons.

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10. Scuba Diving

Scuba Diving is a rapidly growing adventure sport, especially in India. India is home to many rare aquatic species and for those who wish to swim among the fishes, scuba diving is the sport for you. The best destination to go scuba diving is the Andaman Islands. Except for the monsoon months, the adventure activity can be practiced all throughout the year.

The mesmerising underwater life will leave you spellbound

11. Mountain Biking

For an offbeat adventure, try mountain biking. India is blessed with vast mountain ranges and hilly terrains. Riding the bikes through rugged mountain terrains and going off-roading can definitely be an adrenaline rush activity for a few. Ladakh would rank first in India when it comes to going mountain biking in the hilly regions.

12. Kayaking

The best destination for kayaking would be the mangrove-lined coastlines of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. In Kerala, you can have a kayaking experience in the channels, rivers, bays, and backwaters too - take your pick.