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1. Bungee jumping
If you jump off a cliff with just a rope tied to you, you are definitely going to remember it for the rest of your life. The sport, which was famous only abroad until lately, is becoming more accessible in India now. Here are the best destinations in India for an unforgettable bungee jumping experience:
a. Mohan Chatti village, Rishikesh
Organised by Jumping Heights, this fixed-platform bungee jump from 83 meters is one of the oldest in India. Mohan Chatti is around 2 hours away from Rishikesh by road.
b. Bangaluru
Ozone Adventures has arranged a crane from while you can experience a 25-meter drop in the buzzing metro city. What’s exciting is that this bungee jump isn’t from a fixed platform like in Rishikesh but from a mobile crane.
c. Lonavala
Located conveniently between Pune and Mumbai, Della Adventures offers an exciting 45-meter bungee jumping opportunity.
If you want to step out of the country to bungee jump, the options are many. Try the 233-meter jump at the Macau Tower in China, the 216-meter jump at Bloukrans Bridge, Western Cape, South Africa or the 220-meter jump at Verzasca Dam, Ticino in Switzerland.
2. Scuba diving
Scuba diving is a must for all the water-lovers out there. And no, you don’t need to be an expert swimmer to be able to do it. Just be ready to enter a magical, colourful underwater world you will never want to leave. Here are the best destinations in India for scuba diving:
a. Havelock Island, Andamans
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Considered as one of the best diving destinations in India, a dive in the clean blue waters of Havelock ensures many unforgettable tête-à-têtes with a variety of fish and corals. The best time to dive here is from October to May.
b. Netrani Island, Karnataka
Be prepared to see rare turtles and whale sharks when you dive in the clear waters of Netrani Island. Plan your trip in December or January to get the best scuba diving experience.
c. Tarkali, Maharashtra
Offering abundant underwater flora and fauna, Tarkali in Malvan is the perfect place if you want to scuba dive in Maharashtra. Visit Tarkali between October and April to experience an unforgettable dive.
If you want to fly out of India for an unmatchable scuba diving experience, visit Barracuda Point, Sipadan Island in Malaysia, The Yongala in Australia and Richelieu Rock in Thailand.
3. River Rafting
You know how they say sometimes – we must just go with the flow? Do it literally when you raft through the rough waters with spectacular landscapes in the backdrop. River rafting is the perfect team adventure sport and promises many fun-filled bunch of memories. Wondering where to do it in India? Read on:
a. Ganga River, Rishikesh
Rishikesh has become almost synonymous to river rafting, thanks to the thrilling 16km stretch of rafting it offers. With rapids ranging from Grade I to IV, rafting in Ganga assures enough adrenalin-pumping moments. The best time to raft here is from September to June.
b. Indus River, Ladakh
One of the most exciting rafting destinations in India, the extensive Indus River offers a mix of Grade I to IV rapids through the 25km stretch. The low temperature of the water adds to the thrill. Plan your trip between July and September to make the best of the river rafting experience.
c. Brahmaputra River, Arunachal Pradesh
If you want to have an extreme river rafting experience, head to Arunachal Pradesh. Known for its Grade IV to VI rapids, Brahmaputra River offers a roller-coaster-like rafting experience. This 180km stretch will need at least a week to cover (camping facility is available). Plan a trip from November to March.
For an exciting river rafting experience abroad, head to Zambezi River in Zambia, Magpie River in Canada, Noce River in Italy or Futaleufú River in Chile.
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4. Paragliding
Fly like a bird and soak in stunning views while you do so. Paragliding is the perfect adventure sport if you want to experience liberty. Try it at these destinations in India:
a. Bir-Billing, Himachal Pradesh
This small village offers many paragliding spots with excellent views. Visit between September and November for a top-quality experience.
b. Nainital
View the beautiful lakes of Nainital from a height of 2,000 meters while paragliding here. Plan a trip from March to June or October to December.
c. Kamshet, Maharashtra
Located close to both Mumbai and Pune, this paragliding site promises unmatchable views of quaint villages and valleys. The best time to visit Kamshet is from December to February.
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