People travel for different purposes. Some love exploring, some love to see new things and some just do it for the sake of independence and for being self reliant. There is another group of travellers who are fuelled by adventure. They just visit places that have an unparalleled excitement quotient. The rush of adrenaline that they get is their only motivation to visit places. India is a land of diverse geography. Surrounded by oceans on three sides and the mighty Himalayas on one side, India has ample opportunities for adventure travellers and thrill seekers. So if you are one of those adrenaline junkies, here is the list of 7 places in India for thrilling adventures where you will definitely be thrilled and excited with the challenges and opportunities.

1. Andaman- Scuba Diving

We are not native water dwellers and any adventure beneath the surface sounds exciting. The Andaman and Nicobar Island presents the most unique Scuba Diving opportunities in the whole world. Though there are 10 islands with more than 40 diving spots, the best one's are at Havelock Island, North Bay Island, Neil Island and Port Blair. These 4 places have some of the most beautiful and dense coral reef formations and are a favourite among the tourists. The reefs are usually close to the shore and the waters aren't too deep which makes it more accessible to common people who aren't good swimmers and divers to enjoy the beauty of these untouched corals. You will find several beautiful fishes in different colours popping out of the corals and you may even see some rare species. The sheer vibrance of the scene in the transparent water of the sea makes the view one of the best in the world. So book your hotel rooms at one of these places and enjoy the excellent water sports activities in Andaman. January to May is considered as the best time when the island remains clam and conditions are better for diving.

Scuba Diving, Andaman

2. Meghalaya- Cave exploration

The 7 sister states in North East India are practically untouched by urbanization. The natural wonders in these areas are truly mesmerizing. Be it the dense forest covers, the perpetual rain, high mountains or the endless caves of Meghalaya. The Khasi Hills, Jaintia Hills and Garo Hills are the ones that host these enchanting caves. Krem Mawmluh, Krem Dam, Krem Lymput, Krem Liat Prah, Krem Lubon, Umlawan Cave System etc are some of the famous caves here. Surely the caves are an enigma and draw curious visitors during the winter months, you must be familiar with rock climbing and other caving techniques to explore these hidden adventures. You can book your hotel room in Meghalaya and enjoy the adventures of cave exploration. The best time to explore Meghalaya caves is during winter months. December to March are the perfect months.

Cave exploration, Meghalaya

3. Gulmarg- Skiing

Skiing is a very popular sport in the frozen lands of Europe and America. However, if you want to give it a try, you must visit Gulmarg and you will be amazed by the fantastic Skiing experience here. At a distance of roughly 55 km from Srinagar, Gulmarg provides the best relief for thrill-seekers with its exquisite ski terrain offering alpine, cornices and glacier skiing. Another adventure that awaits you here is the Gulmarg Gandola cable ride. It is one of the highest cable rides in all of Asia and connects Gulmarg to Kongdoori and subsequently to Apharwat peak. The Apharwat peak is the starting point for your skiing destination and what better than starting with this exciting ride before you get down in your skiing gear. Witness the enthralling beauty of the snow-capped mountain peaks covered occasionally with pine trees. However, it stays open only from 10 AM till 5 PM so plan the itinerary accordingly.

Skiing, Gulmarg

4. Uttarakhand- Tons river rafting

The Tons river valley is an untouched and pristine valley that is situated at the border of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Tons river, the biggest tributary of the Yamuna river offers a great spot for white water rafting here. The Tons river valley is located in Garhwal district of Uttarakhand and is also home to several spectacular treks such as the Deoriatal Trek, Dodital Trek and is a treat for adrenaline junkies who love river rafting.  The famous rapids in the Tons river are named hilariously as Foreplay, Premature Ejaculation, a class 3 rapids followed by Afterglow, Channel Rapid, Pillow talk, Thrice Bitten etc. The biggest rapid is saved for the end of the rafting trip and is perfectly named as Major Surprise. The river flowing through gorges and surrounded by cliffs covered with palm trees makes this whole experience a spellbinding one and you will definitely remember this spine chilling adventure throughout your life. If you are coming via Delhi, you can stay in Delhi for the day and start for Uttarakhand at night. Stay in either a hotel in Connaught place or a hotel in Paharganj since they are close to the bus stand and railway station.

Tons Valley River Rafting

5. Mysore- Skydiving

Well, there can be nothing as thrilling as falling subject to gravity from a staggering height of 10000 feet. If you ever thought about soaring in the skies as birds do, welcome to Mysore. Mysore offers skydiving to the adventure and thrill-seekers at a price that starts from 35000 and goes higher depending on the training you need before the leap. Various jump types such as Tandem, Solo and A License are offered. The tandem jump is the most popular and recommended one for first-time jumpers where an instructor tags with you and does everything. Then there is the solo jump also known as accelerated free fall where you have to pull the strings to your chute on your own. However, you must be fit to perform these jumps and would require to pass the medical and physical fitness. If you like spine chilling adventure, skydiving in Mysore should definitely be in your to-do list.

Sky Diving, Mysore

6. Goa- Kayaking

If you have ever felt like kayaking in India, Goa is the place for you. Goa is not just a place for hippies and party animals but also the adventure enthusiasts. You can try several water sports here. Kayaking is one such activity that is there in Goa and is loved by tourists. The Mangrove forests by the Aguada fort lurking on the Aguada River are a prime spot for Kayakers. Saddle yourself in and go solo in the Aguada river with your Kayak. Enjoy the beauty of Goa's inland shores, explore the serenity of nature in the Mangrove forests and get amazed with the soothing scenery. Kayaking is mainly done near Aguada Beach as it is very secluded and not as crowded as Candolim. You can also opt for moonlight Kayaking at night. This will surely be an amazing experience.

Kayaking, Goa

7. Bangalore- Piloting a mini plane

Bangalore can easily be called an adventure junkie's medicine. It has everything to offer to its visitors. Welcome to Microlight Flying in Bangalore where you can get the opportunity to fly in a mini plane for about 10 minutes and enjoy the aerial view of this bustling city. A real pilot while be behind the steering and will take you to about 4000 feet and you can fulfil your dreams of being a co-pilot at the very least. You will be firstly trained by the instructor before getting on with it and then you will be good to go. You don't have to worry about any freak accident as this place has a very good track record and the planes they use are utmost reliable and from a reputed brand. This activity is one of the safest and you can even enjoy this with your love. Book a couple friendly hotel in Bangalore and visit with your partner. She will definitely thank you for this awesome experience. So just take a deep breath and get ready to be stunned by the breathtaking views of the city.

Microlight Flying, Bangalore

While all these places and activities are taken care of by trained professionals, we recommend that you take extra precaution and care while doing these. Try to explore these options if you haven't done them yet and feed your adventurous genes these awesome and exciting places in India.

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