Skiing

The hills of Uttaranchal india have all the ingredients for adventure packed with excitement and thrills - an unexplored valley, towering peaks, flowing rivers, snow-capped mountains, a splendid combination of flora & fauna and vast tracts of virgin snow.

The region also provides immense opportunities for adventure sports like skiing, water sports and Aero sports which make Garhwal an ideal venue for adventure seekers. amongst the glaciers. For the avid skier, cross-country runs of 10-20 kms. are now available, with the added advantage of fresh powder snow, away from criss-crossing streams of skiers that over

The large slopes of Garhwal covered with seasonal snow became an ideal place for skiing in the winter months. With their wide open spaces above the snowline, Garhwal offer yet another exciting possibility - ski touringtake the slopes of the European Alps. Because of their height and spread, Garhwal, like other sectors of the Himalayas, are in position to offer the thrills of exploratory long distance skiing round the year.

Auli 16 kms. from Joshimath is an ideal winter resort run by Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN). A 3 kms. long slope ranging from a height of 2519 mts. to 3049 mts. is a major attraction. The Auli resort run by GMVN has snow beaters which beat the snow to keep the slopes fit for skiing at all times. A 500 mts.long ski-lift carries skiiers back to the slope.

River Rafting

Come Uttaranchal, the land of holy rivers and there origins. These rivers flow freely across the state criss-crossing the forests, rocky terrains, mountains, and snow filled stretches. The rivers flow very fast in the state, due to it being a downslope area. Most of the rivers of North India originates in Uttaranchal, be it mighty Ganga, Alaknanda, Bhagirathi or Yamuna. White water rafting in Uttaranchal can be very interesting, as well as equally adventurous. Garhwal offers some very exciting opportunities for the water sport lover. The Ganga with its frothing and foaming waters throw up a challenge that no rafter on this earth can look away from. The rivers in Uttaranchal are said to offer the best rafting oppurtunities in world. Equipments and other related items are arranged by rafting agencies.

Garhwal has origin of many rivers. These rivers start and find there way to flow freely across the land of Uttaranchal. The speed, when the rivers flow downstream, is perfect for rafting,. The rafting standards in Garhwal meet upto grade IV and V in some stretches. In Garhwal, the sacred river Ganga offers the professional as well as the amateur the exhilaration of whitewater river rafting. Alakananda & Bhagirathi rivers are the main tributaries of the Ganga and meet in Devprayag, frothing from their racy descent. Their waters are grade IV to V, challenging the expert to survive the thrill.

At Kaudiyala, nestled amongst the dense forest on the Rishikesh-Badrinath highway at an altitude of 480 mts., the mighty waters of ganga are ideal for whitewater river rafting. There is ample opportunity to view wildlife in its natural habitat. Nature walks along the river are a real treat for nature lovers. Uttaranchal tourism has recently developed a water sports resort at Asan Barrage, Dakpathar in the Dehradun district, which is located at the foothills of the Shiwaliks and on the banks of river Yamuna.

White Water Rafting in Kumaon

In Kumaon, the Kali Ganga (Sharda) flows down from the Nepal border, through the Kumaon hills. The Kali and the Jori rivers meet at Jauljibi, where the water level increases, perfect for ace professionals. For over 110 kms from Jauljibi to Tanakpur, its rapids are Grade IV, and more. The tough rafting session should be attempted only by professionals. Lower down among the forested slopes, the river becomes calmer, offering the amateur a sporting challenge, before flowing out into the plains of Uttaranchal and Uttar Pradesh.

Trekking in Uttaranchal

The name Uttaranchal reminds one of the Lofty Himalaya range, vast forests, lakes and rivers, apart from the pilgrimage and temple sites. The state has become a hub for adventure sports activities, owing to its geographical portfolio. Trekking, one of the oldest and most loved sports of adventure freaks, had been a part of the list of travelers much before Uttaranchal became a adventure sports hub. Trekking is a popular sport, which involves walking on the mountain, to uncover the mysteries of forests. Trekking is different from mountaineering, as it does not require any special skills and equipments to do the same. Besides, trekking always refers to walking on trails. Generally a trek takes 1 to 20 days, where 8 to 10 hours per day is consumed in walking and exploring the forests on the mountains. A backpack, carrying the basic minimum items of requirements is carried by trekkers. Nights are more adventurous, when a camp is laid amidst thick forests. Uttaranchal holds great potentials for trekkers. The land holds loads of excitement and adventure for trek-lovers.

Jungle Safari in Uttaranchal

Uttaranchal, a state covered with long range of mountains, have the best of forests in India. Forests in Uttaranchal are known for the lush green cover and abundance of wildlife. The lovers of adventures can never overlook these forests covers. Uttaranchal also have the best of wildlife sanctuaries in India. Jungle safari not just involves exploring the jungles of a particular region. The options can involve national parks and wildlife sanctuaries and reserves as well as protective reserves. And you can also opt for wild camping as well as nature walks too.
Elephant Safari
Elephant Safari is the conventional way of watching wildlife. Elephant safari is favored by those who loves to explore the jungle, by observing it keenly. Though it takes a lot of time to explore jungle on an Elephant, this royal way is still a popular mode of seeing the jungle. The Safaris in Uttaranchal can be made theme based, like Tiger Safari, Deer Safari, Photography Safari, Bird Safari, and more. The Government and private operators conduct tours and theme based safaris to the wildlife sanctuaries and forests of Uttaranchal.
Jeep Safari
The most convinient way of exploring the vast jungle is the Jeep Safari. Jeep safari adds to the adventure of the tourist. The speed and thrill of a jeep safari is unmatched. Due to convinience factor involved, jeep safari has gained immense popularity.