Besides a picturesque beauty of wide lush green lands, high snow peaked mountains and free-flowing waterways, Uttar Bharat or North India offers an array of opportunities to adventure enthusiasts too. Exploring the wildlife safaris, an enthralling cruise in an open jeep and rafting, in the natural flow of the river are some of the highlights of an adventurous voyage to North India.
Read on to know about the available adventures in the land of Uttar Bharat.
JUNGLE SAFARI
Popular Jungle Safaris in India:
Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand
Sundarbans, West Bengal
Kaziranga National Park, Assam
Kanha National Park, MP
Bandhavgarh National Park, MP
Jim Corbett National Park
Established in 1937 and named after Jim Corbett, who was a British hunter and tracker-turned-conservationist, author and naturalist, famous for hunting a large number of man-eating tigers and leopards in India, this national park spread over 520sqkm of the core area and 800sqkm of buffer area. The primary objective of this national park is to save endangered species like Royal Bengal Tigers and fish eating crocodiles known as Ghariwal. 73% of the forest is covered with dense moist evergreen jungle with huge natural plantation of of sal, haldu, papal and mango trees. Corbett Park also homes 50 species of mammals, and more than 500 species of birds, elephants, leopards, hog deer, rhinos and many more. A large number of migratory birds can be seen here during winters. One can peep into this wonderful wildlife either on a jeep or elephant safari.
Tips while on a wild voyage:
• Keep silence while you are visiting the abode of the wild animals
• Don’t pollute the jungle area by throwing any waste materials
• Follow all the rules set by the jungle authorities to prevent any legal harassment
Best time to visit:
15th November to 15th June. The park remains closed in monsoon.
RIVER RAFTING
Some of the most popular White Water Rafting spots in North India:
Upper Ganga River Rafting Expedition, Rishikesh
Alaknanda River Rafting Expedition, Rishikesh
Zanskar River Expedition, Ladakh
Brahmaputra River Expedition, Assam
Rishikesh
In this famous spot, the rafting starts from 4 major points-
• Bramhapuri to Rishikesh - These 9Kms long stretch is ideal for beginners as it has grade 2 rapids.
• Marine Drive to Shivpuri – This 11Kms rafting includes 3 rapids like Cash Flow and Three Blind Mice.
• Shivpuri to Rishikesh - 16Kms long stretch offers 4 rapids like Roller Coaster, Golf Course and Cliff Jumping.
• Kaudiyala to Rishikesh – This is the longest river rafting spot of India which covers a stretch of 32Kms. It belongs to grade 4+ rapids; therefore it is not advisable for the beginners.
GMVN or Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam conducts river rafting courses at Kaudiyala. They also appoint trainers and provide many rafting accessories including rafts, and river side camping equipment.
Tips while on rafting:
• Carry a first aid box full of inhalers and bee sting kits
• Side-step carrying any valuable items with you including cell phones or wallet
• Anti-tan cream or lotions
• Strap your cameras and sunglasses to secure them
• Avoid the cotton. Wear nylon or other synthetic fabrics instead
Best time to visit for Rafting:
September-November and March-May!
HOT AIR BALLOONING:
Popular spots for Hot Air Ballooning in India:
Hot Air Ballooning - Jaipur
Hot Air Balloon - Tiger Safari - Hampi Bangalore
Hot Air Ballooning - NCR & Around (On Request only)
Image courtsey: www.thrillophilia.com
Ballooning over the desert state of Rajasthan:
The hot air balloon ride in Rajasthan starts from Jaipur and covers many spectacular areas of the state including Pushkar Camel Fair. A rider can enjoy the aerial view of golden sand of Thar, historical monuments of Jaipur the Pink City, and the wild animals at Ranthambore National Park. The rides are conducted in the early morning soon after sunrise, as well as in the evening before sunset. Though the Flights usually last for an hour, it is recommended to spare 4 hours for it. The ballooning companies provide pickups and drops from the hotels. Two prominent names in this field of hot air ballooning In India are Sky Waltz and Wanderlust Travels.
Tips while Ballooning:
• A certain level of mental and physical fitness has to be there because the whole ride is covered while standing in the basket
• For a safer ride, go ballooning when the flow of the wind is calm
• Wear sturdy footwear
• Wear a jacket if you are going for an early morning voyage
• Do not forget caps and sunglasses
Best time to visit:
Mid September to the end of March as the weather is cool and dry.
Read on to know about the available adventures in the land of Uttar Bharat.
JUNGLE SAFARI
Popular Jungle Safaris in India:
Jim Corbett National Park, Uttarakhand
Sundarbans, West Bengal
Kaziranga National Park, Assam
Kanha National Park, MP
Bandhavgarh National Park, MP
Jim Corbett National Park
Established in 1937 and named after Jim Corbett, who was a British hunter and tracker-turned-conservationist, author and naturalist, famous for hunting a large number of man-eating tigers and leopards in India, this national park spread over 520sqkm of the core area and 800sqkm of buffer area. The primary objective of this national park is to save endangered species like Royal Bengal Tigers and fish eating crocodiles known as Ghariwal. 73% of the forest is covered with dense moist evergreen jungle with huge natural plantation of of sal, haldu, papal and mango trees. Corbett Park also homes 50 species of mammals, and more than 500 species of birds, elephants, leopards, hog deer, rhinos and many more. A large number of migratory birds can be seen here during winters. One can peep into this wonderful wildlife either on a jeep or elephant safari.
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| Image courtsey: selectrajasthan.com |
• Keep silence while you are visiting the abode of the wild animals
• Don’t pollute the jungle area by throwing any waste materials
• Follow all the rules set by the jungle authorities to prevent any legal harassment
Best time to visit:
15th November to 15th June. The park remains closed in monsoon.
RIVER RAFTING
Some of the most popular White Water Rafting spots in North India:
Upper Ganga River Rafting Expedition, Rishikesh
Alaknanda River Rafting Expedition, Rishikesh
Zanskar River Expedition, Ladakh
Brahmaputra River Expedition, Assam
Rishikesh
In this famous spot, the rafting starts from 4 major points-
• Bramhapuri to Rishikesh - These 9Kms long stretch is ideal for beginners as it has grade 2 rapids.
• Marine Drive to Shivpuri – This 11Kms rafting includes 3 rapids like Cash Flow and Three Blind Mice.
• Shivpuri to Rishikesh - 16Kms long stretch offers 4 rapids like Roller Coaster, Golf Course and Cliff Jumping.
• Kaudiyala to Rishikesh – This is the longest river rafting spot of India which covers a stretch of 32Kms. It belongs to grade 4+ rapids; therefore it is not advisable for the beginners.
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| Image courtsey: www.alaknandariverrafting.in |
Tips while on rafting:
• Carry a first aid box full of inhalers and bee sting kits
• Side-step carrying any valuable items with you including cell phones or wallet
• Anti-tan cream or lotions
• Strap your cameras and sunglasses to secure them
• Avoid the cotton. Wear nylon or other synthetic fabrics instead
Best time to visit for Rafting:
September-November and March-May!
HOT AIR BALLOONING:
Popular spots for Hot Air Ballooning in India:
Hot Air Ballooning - Jaipur
Hot Air Balloon - Tiger Safari - Hampi Bangalore
Hot Air Ballooning - NCR & Around (On Request only)
Image courtsey: www.thrillophilia.com
Ballooning over the desert state of Rajasthan:
The hot air balloon ride in Rajasthan starts from Jaipur and covers many spectacular areas of the state including Pushkar Camel Fair. A rider can enjoy the aerial view of golden sand of Thar, historical monuments of Jaipur the Pink City, and the wild animals at Ranthambore National Park. The rides are conducted in the early morning soon after sunrise, as well as in the evening before sunset. Though the Flights usually last for an hour, it is recommended to spare 4 hours for it. The ballooning companies provide pickups and drops from the hotels. Two prominent names in this field of hot air ballooning In India are Sky Waltz and Wanderlust Travels.
Tips while Ballooning:
• A certain level of mental and physical fitness has to be there because the whole ride is covered while standing in the basket
• For a safer ride, go ballooning when the flow of the wind is calm
• Wear sturdy footwear
• Wear a jacket if you are going for an early morning voyage
• Do not forget caps and sunglasses
Best time to visit:
Mid September to the end of March as the weather is cool and dry.
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