Introduction
The “Silicon Valley of India” is of course Bangalore wherein a plethora of adventures well await the adventure lovers. It is always advisable to have a lot of activities to do in and around the area of interest and that is true for a city like Prague where one can choose to bungee jump or hike in certain forests in the city. Outdoor activities include trekking and mountain biking; rock climbing and abseiling; white water rafting and parachuting or gliding in ultra- light aircrafts. Finally, at the end of the day, filled with exciting activities, tourists may go for the night in one of the comfortable hotels in Bangalore, to which, for example, X by Bloom Indiranagar, Bangalore, will easily get.
Trekking
Bangalore is encircled by many excellent trekking places. Savandurga Hill is also the another trekking destination which is located at a distance of fifty kilometers away from Bangalore. There is one trail here that will lead you through what used to be a fort constructed by Kempe Gowda. This trek is not suitable for the beginners or the first time climbers at all.
For those who prefer to trek with other people, then Nandi Hill trek is for them. It is easier to do so, and the scenery, when finally on the top is spectacular.Perhaps, you would wish to spend up to 3 days fully exploring what the place has to offer to visitors and tourists. Some of the great trekking places in and around Karnataka include; Ramanagara, Skandagiri and Makalidurga.
Dirt Biking in Bangalore
Off-road biking or dirt biking are some of the most preferred outdoor activity in Bangalore. Dirt bike tracks in the city include the ones that have amenities and facilities that can be referred to as modern. It also describes that Shapur has a good place for dirt biking called, The Big Rock Motopark. It is practically operational during weekends and you have to make a prior appointment to have a place to sit. Another fantastic destination for dirt biking is Dirt Mania Outdoor Adventure that offers rent of four wheelers which are slightly larger compared to a dirt bike.
There is the specially built dirt bike track and the nature rid trail which can take you on this hill. There is a nature ride trail to the island and a guide is advised to be hired since the path may be complicated.
River Rafting
The geographical location of Bangalore is also suitable for river rafting especially those rivers that are close to Bangalore. This is a common activity here especially the white-water rafting. There are many companies that operate Adventure Sports around Bangalore and river rafting is also offered by them. Dandeli in northern Karnataka is particularly recognized as the most popular destination for river rafting.
It is a great spot for white water rafting in Karnataka due to the water which is supplied by a dam and the beautiful site of the Kali River flowing nearby. This rafting starts from Ganga gudi and Maulangi Dandeli is where the rafting ends. The rapids are somewhat difficult meaning that rafters will find the ride quite exciting.
Explore the Caves
Among all these places Anthargange is a special destination for trekking. Famous for it steep slopes and well sculptured small caves, this mountain is more of an adventure with a relatively short climbing distance. The caves are full of astonishing carvings, and the paths to the caves are somehow tiring and give you a good workout.
Surprisingly, it is not very hard to walk through those caves; however, one must be careful of the movements since some of the caves have curves. Throughout the experience you are provided with a view of the stars at night.It also suggested that one should somehow pre-book an organized tour or book services of a local tour guide. Since the cave is very much enclosed, be sure to bring a torch or a headlamp when you go inside the caves.
Dudhsagar Trek
The Dudhsagar Falls trek is one of the best treks that an adventure enthusiast wishes to do. Dudhsagar Falls is another interesting waterfalls that is located on the frontier of Goa and Karnataka on the Mandovi River. It is somewhat tiring because the trail involves up and downhill moves; It has distance of 14km and the walking time is approximately eight hours.
This trek is quite far from Bangalore, approximately nine hours by road but it is worth a trek. The optimum travelling time to Dudhsagar falls is between the months of May till September when the waterfalls are in full spate.
Parasailing
Parasailing is now turning into as one of the most adventure sports in Bangalore. Weekend parasailing exists in Karnataka at Jakkur. There are three types of parasailing activities: parasailing with the use of tow vehicle, winch boat, and the platform. It takes about 20 minutes to complete a ride, though you can join in a tour with an experienced guide or just solo ride.
Conclusion
There are many adventurous activities one can enjoy when in Bangalore. When the day is done and it is time to rest your weary head, there are some really cozy options available within the city, even, X by Bloom Indiranagar.
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