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If you enjoy physical challenges and you are an adventure
tour freak, Uttaranchal is the place for you. One of the
most popular states of India, Uttaranchal is located in the
hilly terrains of Himalayan Mountains. Tibet, Nepal,
Himachal Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh borders the state of
Uttaranchal. Travel to any part of Uttaranchal and you will
be served with a long menu of adventure activities. The
domain of Himalayan Mountains makes it most apt for all
types of adventure activities. The lofty Himalayas, the
rugged terrains, the impenetrable forest covers and the
challenging rivers offer endless opportunities for the
adventure seekers. Explore the Himalayas while you ski on
its snow-clad mountain range, trek in its forests or climb
up the hill tops of the majestic mountain ranges. If that's
not enough, raft through the rivers of Uttaranchal, which
has some very difficult challenges in its stores. Or be a
wildlife lover and go for the trips to the wildlife
sanctuary and the national parks of Uttaranchal.
There is an Aero sports club in Dehradun, the capital city
of Uttaranchal. The club is managed by Garhwal Mandal Vikas
Nigam (GMVN). GMVN facilitates the aero sports in the valley
of Dehradun. The equipment's for parasailing and paragliding
activities are made available by GMVN. The club also trains
the beginners. They have certified trainers and instructors
who guide the tourists who come for the aero sports. Skiing
is also a favourite sport in Uttaranchal during the winter
time, i.e., December to March. Some of the skiing sites are
Alui, Dayara Bugyal, Mundali and Munsyari. Alui is a hot
destination for the ski lovers, be it a beginner or an
experienced skier. The 3 km stretch has long slopes for
skiing. The view of Himalayan range also makes it a
memorable trip.
The excellent ski slopes of Dayara Bugyal are spread over an
area of 28 sq. kms. The panoramic view of the Himalayas from
here is breathtaking. Mountaineering can be enjoyed around
the Gangotri Glacier and the Nanda Devi Sanctuary. The peaks
of varying heights, between 6500-7000 m, offers quite a
thrilling adventure. Nanda Devi is 7601 m high while Kamet
and Abhigaman are over 7000 m high. For Trekking lovers,
Pithoragarh, also called 'Mini Kashmir', is an ideal place.
Some of the exciting treks from here are 'Pithorgarh-Parwati
Lake - Chota Kailash-Sinla Pass trek' and the 'Munsyari-Martoli-Milam-Ralam
glacier trek'. The Corbett National Park and the Nanda Devi
National Park provide the view of the wildlife in there
natural shelter. The Corbett National Park is home to
Tigers, and is India's first national park, which is most
ideal for the people who are very keen in wildlife adventure
tours. The Sport of river rafting is done mainly in the
upper part of the streams of river Ganga, Yamuna, Alaknanda
and Bhagirathi. Taken up during October to May, river
rafting in Uttaranchal can be very tough as the water passes
through the narrow passages and deep inclinations. In
all, Uttaranchal offers all sort of adventure to its
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TREKKING |
Trekking involves walking uphill and sometimes steeply downhill, 6-7
hours daily with 10kgs on your back. The period of the trek can vary
from 1 day to 30 days, depending on the masochistic tendencies of
the people involved.
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SKIING |
The hills of Uttaranchal are packed with adventure, excitement and
thrills. Uttaranchal with unexplored valleys, sky kissing peaks,
cascading rivers, snow covered mountains, abundant of flora & fauna
and vast regions of lush greenness is a delightful place for all
types of tourists. The region also provides immense opportunities
for adventure sports like skiing and the enthralling water sports
which make Uttaranchal an ideal destination for adventure seekers.
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WATER SPORTS |
Uttaranchal is a paradise for adventure sports. Activities like
river rafting, canoeing, kayaking etc are fast becoming increasingly
popular. One can opt for Canoeing, Kayaking or Rafting, depending on
the nature of the water. More
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WHITE WATER RAFTING |
If you are a normal healthy person and without any fear of water,
then rafting can be your sport. A river journey is one of the most
enjoyable ways to experience the rural areas and natural
environments of any country. White water rafting in Uttaranchal has
become the modern-day centerpiece of complete vacations that can
include a world of activities. The key ingredient, of course, is
still the tremendous whitewater that courses through the state's
spectacular mountain scenery. Uttaranchal offers one of the broadest
array of river experiences available anywhere in the world, from
mild to wild with everything in between. The river Ganges cuts
against the rocky banks, crash into rocks, crevices and breaking
into white water rapids, foaming, swirling, and falling in a
thunderous din.
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