So here a few of the best Summer Camping Expeditions leading up to a whole new world of people & experiences by indulging in a plethora of activities like Yoga & Meditation, Nature walks, adventure sports like trekking, outdoor camping, rock climbing among others, making it one hell of a camping experience!

HAR KI DUN TREK

The Har Ki Dun Trek might be the first of many experiences to count of the trekking sport, beginning from Sankri at the mark of the foothills of the Fateh Parvat trailing through the sites of Taluka, Siyan Gad, Dhatmir village and cross the Ton River among others. It is a fun-filled trek & tour full of trekking expeditions, outdoor camping, bonfires, sight-seeing & bird watching, indulging in the local food & cultures, taking up Nature walks in the forests & experiencing the abundance of wildlife that the region offers coupled with wildlife, adventure & village tourism – a new world altogether.

KEDARKANTHA TREK

It is the ultimate nature’s retreat for all you budding campers & adventure souls out there, who just cannot have enough of the realms of nature & learn all about it with their own experience. It is an ideal spot for Summer Camping – one of the most popular locations dotted with little villages, expanses of beautiful meadows in the midst of the majestic Himalayan peaks like Banderpooch, Black, and Ranglana to name a few. The experience includes nature walks & exploration through the Govind National Park home to the wide range of Himalayan flora & fauna. One gets to indulge in exciting adventures like trekking, camping, sight-seeing & bird-watching, river crossing, hitch-hiking among activities to take part.

SUMMER CAMPING IN SHIMLA

Going Camping in Shimla is every child’s dream adventure for one can indulge in a wide range of activities & experiences right in the lap of Nature – go camping, trekking, hitch hiking, rafting, rock climbing, skiing to name a few while you learn all about the mountainous terrain & lifescapes to breathe in the beauty & serenity of nature to its fullest. You get to learn of community living & of dealing with outdoor terrains & relish in the everyday sports like volleyball, badminton & rugby finding your own little world of wonders & learning that goes beyond the books & classroom experience. Other activities include rappelling, Jummaring, Flying fox, Treasure hunt, Burma bridge, traversing, Commando bridge, Valley crossing, Jungle trek, Rope balancing among others.

SUMMER CAMP AT SHIKHAR NATURE RESORT

What can be better than a camping retreat at Shikhar Nature Resort itself located en route to Gangotri on the banks of the Bhagirathi River – a learning experience in natural surroundings taking ahead of the vision of eco-tourism coupled with adventure, co-operative & leadership building. The wide range of activities includes rappelling, Rock Climbing, River Crossing, Outdoor trekking & camping, Nature Walks, Rafting, yoga etc. among many others along with in-house sports like Volleyball, Table Tennis, Badminton, Cricket etc. One gets to experience lifescapes of the region & develop outdoor skills essential for the personal & co-curricular growth of the child.

DAYARA BUGYAL TREK

Dayara Bugyal trek is yet another mesmerizing trek to trail on in the midst of lush green flowery meadows surrounded by the Himalayan ranges & alpine vegetation – perfect for a summer camping retreat, a paradise for adventure lovers. It is a wonder for students who have a sense of adventure with ample of opportunity for trekking, camping, river rafting, hiking & skiing, making it the first of many more adventures & thrills in life. Other areas of exploration include trailing to the beautiful lake of Barnala, Tal, centres of pilgrimage like the Sheshnag, Vishwanath & Shakti temples along with Harsil – a treasure worth enduring.

DODITAL TREK

Nestled in the lap of the Himalayas, Didital trek is yet another location to get on with a summer camping expedition, with serene waters & breathtaking surroundings with ample opportunity to indulge in trekking & outdoor camping under the starlit skies, lighting bonfires, going rock climbing & so much more. It has some of the most spectacular views coupled with rich flora & fauna of the region where one can hitch hike up to the Darwa Pass & take in the beauty of the mountains in all their glory!

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Not everything is bad about the summers. It opens up a lot of opportunities for travellers, including the adventure activities that are offered in several destinations across the country. River rafting is one adventure activity that has gained popularity among Indians in the last couple of years. Let’s take a look at the places that offer the best rafting experience in India.

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Rishikesh has become almost synonymous with rafting. The moment somebody mentions about a rafting trip, the first place that comes to the mind is Rishikesh. With up to three grades of rapids and numerous rafting camps on the white sand beaches of River Ganga, this holy town in Uttarakhand has become a hot favourite among those who love rafting. Besides, the place provides ample opportunities for other adventure activities, including trekking and cliff jumping.

Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir

Yes, you read that right. In case you didn’t know, Ladakh is not just about bikers, trekkers and mountain lovers. The place has a lot more to it. You must have heard of the Zanskar river — the one on which the popular Chadar Trek is done during the winters. It’s the same river on which rafting is offered in the months of July and August. At an altitude of 12,000 feet, rafting is a completely different experience — the river flows between high mountain walls, each of a few hundred feet. The views one gets are stunning to say the least — while on one side you come across remote and unseen areas of Ladakh, it’s a treat to see the river merging into River Indus at the end of the rafting route.

Orchha, Madhya Pradesh

Orchha offers a unique melange of adventure and heritage. As you go rafting on the rapids of the turbulent River Betwa, you will be charmed at the views of various cenotaphs lined up across the banks of the river. To add to your experience are the lush green environs, making for a soothing locale to enjoy a high adrenaline adventure activity like rafting. The rafting tours are organised by MP Tourism, and starts from the scenic Kanchana Ghat.

Kullu, Himachal Pradesh

River Beas offers some of the best rapids for white water rafting in India. The rafting tour in this region starts from Pirdi, at a distance of four kilometres from the town of Kullu, and covers 14 km, before ending at a place called Jhiri. Rafting here enables travellers to enjoy views of the Pir Panjal Range, that covers the entire region of Kullu-Manali. The rapids here range from beginner’s level to Grade 1 and Grade 3.

Kolad, Maharashtra

A popular destination among adventure seekers, especially during the monsoons, Kolad is also a hotspot for rafting in Maharashtra. Located within the depths of the Sahyadri mountain range, in Raigad district, Kolad is home to scenic surroundings, thanks to the lush vegetation of the place. Rafting here is done on River Kundalika, which has several rapids in its 14 km stretch.

Coorg, Karnataka

Another unlikely place for rafting, the coffee district of Coorg also offers amazing opportunities for rafting enthusiasts. Carried out on River Barapole, the grades vary from one section of the river to the other, thanks to the presence of the beautiful Western Ghats. There are approximately four to five rapids in the upper section of the river, and about six to seven in the lower section, with grade level ranging from 1 to 4. The rafting season in Coorg is from June to September.

Source: indiatoday.intoday.in

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