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Are you planning to make your next holiday break commencing in India or you are a domestic traveller always looking for updated ideas to explore the vast terrains of the country? If the query is followed by a positive response, you must know where to go in India and what to see. But, have you thought of experimenting with the existing idea of travelling? Let us tell you how to add some more zeal to your travel experiences in India.
1. Coracles Rafts
Perhaps one of the oldest means of water vehicles available in the country, this means of transport is quite amazing to step in. Built in the shape of a large circular woven basket, Coracles were brought around 600 years ago. Today in very limited parts of the country this vehicle is used for fishing, to ferry people and carrying light vehicles. Waterproof and nicely crafted these water vehicles are used in few places of Karnataka. For normal floating purpose go for a ride in the backwaters of Sharavarti in Honnemaradu, float across the serpentine Tungabhadra passing by the age old ruins of Hampi or glide across the Cauvery to witness the wildlife repository of Dubare and Kabini.
2. Houseboat Cruising
The fun and excitement involved in unwinding yourself on a well decked house boat on the placid backwater of Kerala is unmatched in the country. Eye-soothing greenery, quaint backdrop and undisturbed nature of Kerala deplete all exhaustion and recharge the inner soul with its charismatic effect. Facilities like bedrooms, attached bath, air conditioned facilities, and mouth-watering cuisines made out of fresh items add to the comfort of this luxury travel experience.
3. Camel Safaris
Capturing the sheer grandeur of a gleaming ground filled with golden sand, camel safari is the ideal way to explore the unbound landscape of Rajasthan. Jaisalmer has a couple of camel ride arranging spots where one can enjoy impressive sunsets, folk dances and music where addition of Rajasthani cuisine makes the experience simply unforgettable.
4. As a food-lover
Whether it is the fish curry of Kolkata or Dal Baati Churma of Jaipur, the Indian variety of cuisines will compel you to travel to its different corners to try the real taste of those dishes. An Indian meal consists of several food items starting from very basic starters to veg as well as non-veg dishes followed by delicious desserts. Try Biriyanni or Kabab in Lucknow, Momos in Ladakh or different types of Parathas in Punjab for an irreplaceable experience.
5. Bullock Cart Ride
Remember the days when there was no motor vehicle only animal pulled carts and carriages! This bygone era can be lived again in Tamil nadu state of India. Traversing through the organic farms and pastoral life of an interior village the ride brings one closer to the simple and hearty villagers bringing couple of home-stay options in compliance. Be seated on these colourful open carts or canopied ones for an unsurpassed outing experience. Apart from Tamil Nadu, the state of Karnataka, Odisha and Maharashtra do let the travellers experience the same sort of drive in perfect settings.
6. Yak Safari
You must have heard about riding a horse, elephant or even a camel but what's about riding these giant animals which are found only at a height of 14,000 ft and above. You can experience these rides in Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh or in areas enclosing to Dzongri to Tsomgo Lake in Sikkim. These peace loving hairy animals are adorned with colourful woollen items and including their horn and ears and look stunningly attractive to take a ride. Guided by local experts these rides are useful to know about the local wildlife living in the dense forest of Himalayan treasure trove.
7. As a trekker
Whether it is the uneven grounds of Western Ghats or rugged terrains of Himalaya, the fun of exploring these high altitude destinations is always extended if one chooses trekking as a mode of travelling. Witness the indigenous colours of the locales of Indian Himalayan region, remote villages, exotic wildlife and wide horizons of snow clad mountains paint the canvas of Himalayan diorama. For best experience one can try Pin Parvati Pass trek in Himachal Pradesh, Trans Zanskar trek in Ladakh, Valley of Flowers and Kalindikhal Pass treks in Garhwal, and Green Lake trek in Sikkim.
8. As a mountaineer
It's all about climbing heights! The zealous souls who consider themselves born to go wilder always dare to embark on this activity. Using several skills and techniques, they reach at the highest peaks of a particular mountain range to feel the pride of defeating altitudes. Lungser Kangri, Stok Kangri, and Kang Yatse in Ladakh; Black Peak, Rudragaira Peak, Pangarchula Peak, in Garhwal; and Friendship peak, Mt. Ladakhi, and Mt. Deo Tibba in Himachal Pradesh are the best options of mountaineering in India.
9. As a Rafter
What about taming the wildest rapids of a maddening river! Well, the thrill seeking soul growing inside you would love to sail on some of the Indian rivers trembling down with utmost force which include the rivers like Kali in Karnataka, Teesta in Sikkim and Zanskar in Ladakh. However, white water rafting in Rishikesh is considered to be the best rafting spot in India.
10. Elephant Safari
Travelling to the intense part of the jungle without bothering much about the danger you might face en-route is something can add more vivacity to your wildlife tour. Riding on the back of this giant animal you get a better panoramic view of the surroundings and get closer views of the wild animals roaming close to you. Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand and Kaziranga National Park in Assam are the most famous spots for elephant safari in India. Tourists who would love to experiment with the list can try out some unique travel expeditions like Rickshaw Tours, riding Chhakdas, horse ride and some other activities. However, to add more diversity to your travel experience, you can be a botanist, a weekender and a naturalist too. So, choose your pick as per your choice and taste for a standing apart vacationing this season.
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