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World Adventures

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1. River Rafting
River rafting is an adventure sport that can be equally enjoyed by a young as well as an elderly. The Himalayan town of Rishikesh in Uttarakhand offers a host of adventure activities for you to enjoy. River rafting in Rishikesh offers adventurers a unique taste of adventure. Before you begin your rafting experience, you can check out the rafter profile. The stretch across the Ganges here offers you an array of rapids. Adventurers can choose a grade depending on their physical strength and individual preferences. In any case, the adventure activity of white water rafting is definitely going to provide you an experience which will haunt your memories for a long long time.
2. Body Surfing
The skill of riding a wave without using any kind of buoyant device is called body surfing. There is no use of surfboard or body board in this adventure sport. Usually, body surfers use a pair of specially made swimfins. However, you can also use a couple of other accessories to expedite the process of riding the wave. The Himalayan town of Rishikesh offers some of the most popular sites along the Ganges where you can enjoy body surfing. The adventure sport has no age bar. Anyone who is without any fear of water can choose to indulge in this activity. One of the most sought after leisure activities in Rishikesh, body surfing uses some techniques. Adventure lovers need not worry about it, as there are expert surfers to give you an introduction to this light adventure sport. Some basic techniques used in this activity are tucking the body and diving back down. The best part about this activity is that you have the control to steer yourself while surfing in the river.
3. Cliff Jumping
One of the most sensational sports to enjoy in Rishikesh is cliff diving or cliff jumping. The exciting adventure sport took birth on the Hawaiian Island of Lana in 1770. From then on, the sport has traveled far and wide. In actual terms, cliff jumping is a milder version of base jumping. There are certain guidelines that adventure lovers have to abide by. In this sport, you climb up a rock to reach the jumping platform, from where take a plunge into the water. The plunge is take from a height of 30 40 ft above the water surface. There are expert instructors to guide you while you enjoy the thrill of cliff jumping in Rishikesh. The free fall time spans just 3 seconds.
4. Rock Climbing
The Shivalik Himalayas in Rishikesh features some of the most thrilling cliffs, a picturesque scenery in itself. After you have got a taste of river rafting, it is next time to enjoy rock climbing. Whether you want to set out a short trip and want to go on an expedition, you can choose an option that you prefer and enjoy. The adventure activity can be enjoyed by all (men, women and kids) who are physically fit and have the stamina to challenge the cliffs. Before the activity begins, you can have an introductory session with expert climbers and instructors. An introductory session informs you of the basic techniques you can use while climbing rocks. The best part about this adventure is that it does not only taste your physical endurance, but it also tests your capability to control your mind.
5. Rappelling
The adventure of descending down a rock, relying 100% on the equipment, is called rappelling. Like rock climbing, rappelling in Rishikesh is also great fun. Geared with the right equipment, you can double up the joy of this adventure. Rappeling down a cliff can be done in a variety of ways. Even when you have with you standard climbing gear, you should know how it use the gear for a safe rappel down the cliff.
6. Waterfall Trekking
Trekking is all about reconnecting with nature. Located in the lap of the Shivalik Himalayas, the picturesque town of Rishikesh offers a host of scenic locales for trekkers. The town is not only famous for being the River Rafting Capital of India, but it is also a perfect destination for indulging in numerous other adventure activities. If you wish to spend some quality time with your family and friends amidst nature rich environs, you can definitely plan a waterfall trekking trip to Rishikesh. Trekking through waterfalls and passing by shallow pool provides you with genuine taste of what the state of Uttarakhand is all about. Trekking is one of those activities that can be enjoyed by people of all age groups. Over the past few years, hiking or trekking in Rishikesh has become a popular trend for adventurers. The best part about this adventure activity is that it does not require you to use special equipment and get trained like other adventure activities.
7. Kayaking
The popularity of kayaking in Rishikesh is increasing more and more. It is an adventure activity where the adventurer uses a kayak to paddle across a waterway. It is interesting to note that the sport of kayaking has different types. Depending on your preferences, you can also choose to go on a kayaking expedition or an extended trip across the Ganges. The adventure is even more fun when it is done on a white water river, the adventure termed as white water kayaking. If you have planned your trip to Rishikesh, you can never afford to miss a kayaking trip across the divine moving waters of the Ganges. Kayaking in Rishikesh has its own unique flavour.
8. Canyoning
Adventure lovers in Rishikesh have a host of adventure activities to indulge in. An adventure sport which is gaining wide popularity among adventurers is the sport of canyoning. The US version of the word canyoning is canyoneering. The adventure activity involves a number of outdoor activies that people of various age groups can enjoy. Canyoning in the narrow Ganga gorges and the rugged terrains of the Shivalik Himalayas offers a genuine taste of adventure.The remote and rugged Himalayan terrains surrounding Rishikesh are just the perfect destinations to enjoy the sport of canyoning. Since you will be traveling through wilderness areas, you need to use your navigational and route finding skills as well. Depending on your skills and physical stamina, you can choose from easy or extremely difficult level of canyoning. Do remember to consult your adventure sports guide for expert advice.
9. Canoeing
Though the term canoeing is generally used to refer both canoeing and kayaking, there is a difference between these two adventure activities and the way these watercrafts are made. Usually, a canoe is a closed cockpit boat where the lower portion of the operator remains concealed inside the front. On the other hand, a canoe is an open boat. The Ganga gorge and the formation of the thrilling white water make Rishikesh a perfect destination to indulge in the adventure sport of canoeing. Whether you are traveling alone or with family, canoeing in Rishikesh is a wonderful opportunity to soak up the natural beauty of this Himalayan town. Besides white water rafting, which the most popular adventure in Rishikesh, there are a host of other adventure activities that you can enjoy during your holidays in Rishikesh. Families can always choose to indulge in recreational canoeing that introduces them to the eye catching beauty and the nature rich environment of the town. The adventure of canoeing translates to travel which does not disturb the wilderness of a place. At the same time, the recreational activity lets you reach remote untouched areas for exploration. Canoes come in different shapes and sizes. In terms of seating capacity, canoes can be classified into single kneeling canoe (C 1), double kneeling canoe (C 2) and four person kneeling canoe (C 4).
10. Outback Adventure
Australia outback, sprawling, mostly uninhabited, and fabulously rugged, is one of the last frontiers of the modern age. The indigenous Aboriginal people have honored the ancient tradition of the walkabout as a signal of coming of age from youth to adulthood, spending up to a month on a solitary walk through this wild countryside.What better adventure than to take your own walkabout across the Australian outback. Because so few people inhabit the area, it is left to the graces of nature, unspoiled by modern expansion. There are beautiful flowers, exotic birds, and plentiful wildlife, a combination that draws thousands of tourists every year.