From the unending ranges of the Himalayan massifs in the north and the expansive Thar Desert in the west to the Western Ghats in the south, India offers adventure options for all abilities. During their adventure holidays in India, travelers can indulge in both soft adventure as well as extreme adventure sports. Whether you are a newbie or have some experience under your belt, you can choose an adventure sport that suits your taste and matches your stamina. Destinations like Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh and Rajasthan are mostly popular among travelers when it comes to enjoying adventure holidays in India. Options, however, are a lot more.

Let’s have a look at some of the most indulged in adventure sports in India:

River Rafting or White Water Rafting
When one begins to talk about rafting in India, Rishikesh all of a sudden comes to mind. The Ganges in Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) offers 13 excellent river rapids to raft along. These Ganges river rapids extend over a distance of 36 km. Camping facilities for adventurers are available at Kaudiyala, Shivpuri and Rishikesh in the state of Uttarakhand. If you are a professional, you can also enjoy rafting along thunderous rivers in states like Sikkim, Himachal Pradesh, Assam and Jammu & Kashmir.
       
Trekking
It is the most wonderful way to reconnect with nature. All those people who are physically fit can easily try their hand at river rafting in India. If you can walk a long distance with getting exhausted, age is never going to be a bar. Places like Mussoorie (Uttarakhand), Manikaran (Himachal Pradesh), Darjeeling (West Bengal), Har ki Doon Valley (Uttarakhand) and Ladakh (Jammu & Kashmir) offer a number of scenic treks for adventure lovers. It is always advisable to be accompanied by a local guide during your trekking tour in India.

Jeep Safari
A jeep safari expedition in places like Ladakh and Himalayan regions can really prove to be an experience of a lifetime. What about a jeep safari across the Thar in Rajasthan? Here, you will not only explore the desert and dunes but will also visit desert villages and meet with locals who follow their age-old traditions and cultures even today.

Snow Skiing
Skiing is fast becoming one of the most sought after adventure sports in India. Skiing in Auli (Garhwal, Uttarakhand) has become a hot favourite of adventurers from all across the country and the world. Manali, Kufri and Narkanda in Himachal Pradesh are other popular skiing places in India. Beginners can also enroll themselves in various skiing courses available at these places.

Camping
If you are planning an adventure holiday in India along with your family and kids, there can be no better option than camping. Whether you have planned winter camping, wildlife camping or winter camping, India has in store numerous destinations. Popular options include Garhwal, Kumaon, Ladakh, Lahual, Spiti and Rajasthan. Be ready to spend some quality time with family and friends.