Tuesday 28 July 2015

Travel experiences in India (2 of 10)

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50 Best Crazy Experiences in India 

6. Beach, Goa

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Goa’s quaint and azure water bodies are a dream come true for all the water sports enthusiast. Be it speed boating, jet skiing or kayaking, Goan beaches are considered as the ideal destination. Located around 5km from the Mormugao city, Baina Beach is also a prime location for water sports like kayaking. Get into this 30minutes of kayaking sojourn at the Baina Beach, feel the charisma and delight that Goa holds in its lap.
The enthralling journey begins with your arrival at the beachside anywhere between 9:00AM – 5:00PM. Following your arrival, the kayaking experts will brief you with the terms and techniques of this exciting sport. Once done with the briefing session, get yourself packed with the excitement and hit the tranquil waters around Baina Beach.
Continue rowing for around 30minutes, explore the fascinating beauty of the Goan waters and curate some of the unforgettable moments of your life! Paddle through the waves, witness the local fishermen engrossed in the merriment of their fresh catch, discover the pristine beauty of the surroundings and set yourself free in the captivating beauty of the vicinity.
Duration: Around 30 minutes
 
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7. Parasailing at Payyambalam Beach, Kannur

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Feel light as a feather and float in mid-air as you go parasailing at the fetching Payyambalam Beach. The pristine beauty that abounds, further adds to the experience. 
The activity of 5 minutes can be undertaken anytime between 10am and 5pm. Also known as parascending or parakiting, parasailing mainly involves the necessary gear, a parasailing wing and a motor vehicle. You will be made to wear a harness that is attached to a parachute at one end and a strong rope at the other. One end of the rope is tied to a motor vehicle, which tugs at a high speed making you soar into the air.
The rope which is usually 300 feet in length propels you to 300 feet in the air. The activity is extremely exciting as you gain height and get a panoramic view of the surroundings. Get a spectacular view of the turquoise expanse of the Arabian Sea, the beautiful stretch of the Payyambalam coastline and the stunning landscape of coconut groves all around. Furthermore, the adrenaline rush that gushes up as you soar higher into the sky is simply incredible.
Duration: 5 minutes 
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8. Scuba Diving in Andaman

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Indulge in the fascinating activity of Scuba Diving, in the mesmeric Elephant Beach, Andaman. You will be picked up from your stay at Andaman and taken to the Scuba Diving camp, early in the morning. The timing is based on schedule booked and number of activists participating. A PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) certified Scuba instructor will brief you about the “dos and don’ts” of Scuba Diving. 
Later, you will be taken to Elephant Beach, which can be reached by a boat ride of 40 minutes from the Scuba Diving camp. Upon reaching Elephant Beach, you will be provided with the necessary Scuba gears and other safety equipment; you will embark your underwater experience. The instructor will accompany you through the entire process.
Before you undertake diving in deep water, you will be made comfortable with the Scuba gears in shallow water. The instructor will help you in getting comfortable with the exercises related to Scuba Diving. After completing the exercises in shallow water, you will be taken for a 12 metre (35 feet) Scuba Dive. Explore a new and vibrant world of the coral reefs, colourful fishes and several other marine lives. The underwater experience will surely mesmerise you!
Upon the completion of the diving experience, you will be provided with a ‘Participation Certificate’ by PADI. Well, this is not the end! Apart from being a certified Scuba Diver, you will be also geared up with some of the best and memorable memories while on your way back to the hotel! 
Duration: Around 40 minutes 

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9. Desert Experience in Tented Camp, Jodhpur

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A night camp experience, touring a Rajasthani village, watching the sun set over the sandy dunes, drive over the undulating landscape and visiting the homes of two ethnic communities – all this is packed into the 3 day Desert Experience Camp. Conducted near Jodhpur - also called the ‘Sun City’ – the culturally rich and adventurous camp is a great opportunity to know more about this state while enjoying the touristy must-dos as well.
This 3 day camp begins when you are picked up from the meeting point after lunch around 2pm and driven to the camp. A short hike up the hill and you will be witness to a beautiful sunset over the sandy horizon. The evening is spent in enjoying the bonfire and barbeque dinner after which you retire to your tents for the night.
Early next morning, after breakfast around 8am, the desert experience drive commences over dry riverbeds and the sandy terrain. After that, come the visits to the homes of the Bishnoi and Pittal community where the hosts let you in their abodes for you to observe their lifestyles and traditions. Post a picnic lunch, another riverbed drive follows and onto a village where you will be accorded a grand welcome in a traditional Rajasthani ceremony. A walk through the village allows you to soak in the typical rural ambience as you are witness to the lives of its residents. After returning to the camp, you will freshen up before eating a sumptuous dinner and head to your tent for the night. The third day morning, you will head back to Jodhpur after breakfast around 8am.
Duration: 2 nights and 3 days
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10. Go Wild at Kaziranga with Nature Hunt Eco-Camp

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What will you do : Jeep Safari, Elephant Safari, Bird Watching
What will you see : Natural beauty, Wildlife, Bihu Group Dance
Enter the heart of the enticing wilderness in Kaziranga, Assam. This tour provides many exhilarating experiences. Tread through the carpet of elephant grass, inviting marshy lowlands and tropical moist broadleaf forests. Delight in an elephant safari where you get a riveting view and close encounter with the one-horn rhinoceros along with other exotic animals. Embark upon an exciting jeep safari to the verdant Eastern, Western and Central range transports you to the world of animal kingdom. Spot the endangered Bengal Floricans, various eagles and other elusive birds and take delight in the rare sights of Wild Asiatic Water Buffalo and Eastern Swamp Deer, Particolored flying squirrels among other wildlife.
Stay amidst pristine green nature and fragrant tea garden tucked away in a hidden natural beauty. Also, seek comfort in the rustic tents and bamboo cottages that seamlessly match with the exquisite surroundings.  

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