Try these adventure sports to add zest to your life
A profound spiritual feel, breathtaking landscapes, spawning rivers, jungles, beaches and the most fascinating white blanket in the north makes India the perfect destination to reconnect with self. People have already started making plans to explore various destinations in the country this year and while we have already wasted many days, let’s plan an amazing 2023!
The 2 years of isolation made all of us realize the importance of adventure and thrill in our life and gradually the adventure sports industry in India witnessed a plethora of youth participation like never before. Some of the extreme adventure activities have gone viral on social media- bungy jumping, flying fox, giant swing, paragliding, and others. So what are you waiting for? Sit back and relax as we bring you the best of thrilling activities to give your inner explorer a chance this year. Let’s do this!
Bungy jumping
What comes to your mind when thinking of jumping off a cliff? Bungy jumping is not for the faint-hearted! Albeit, there is nothing better than this extreme adventure sport to experience the ultimate adrenaline rush. The popularity of this adventure has catapulted Rishikesh to the st satire of India’s adventure capital!
Make sure to purchase your photo and video packs. This is a solo activity but having this experience amidst friends or family adds a lot to your bank of shared memories. Recommended destinations: Rishikesh is the OG to have popularised Bungy in India, and Goa is the only destination in the country that offers a bungy-over-a-lake experience!
Giant Swing
This one is a lesser-known hero. Adapted from the Canyon Swing in New Zealand, this was modified for the wild mountains of Rishikesh. Operated from the same bungy platform, this is an unparalleled thrill, with double the free fall of the bungy with almost as much fear. Suited with a chest and seat harness, the jumper swings through the panoramic valley over a tributary of the Ganga. This is an experience to be had.
Scuba Diving
Scuba diving at Andaman & Nicobar Islands is arguably one of the best scuba spots in the world. While it attracts divers from around the world, scuba as an adventure is only now gaining momentum. This is a crash course on mind over matter as the ocean consumes you. Experience the tranquillity of a whole different ecosystem in an experience you aren’t likely to forget anytime soon.
Experiencing the underwater flora and fauna, and the rich marine life is a soul-soothing experience. Tiny reef fishes, coral ecosystems, reef sharks and turtles swimming over and under beautiful plants is an unforgettable memory to make.
The bottom line
Be it any adventure activity you go for, do not miss getting yourself medically checked before. Begin warming up a month before to maintain stamina and core strength. Also, research the climatic conditions and challenges that your destination might face around the time you are visiting. Planning is an important part of any adventure trip. You don’t want the 2023 adventure to go in vain, right? Try to experience as much as possible and embrace positivity in every moment so that there is no room for anything else once you are back in your hustle and bustle world.
(The writer is Director, Business Development at Jumpin Heights)