Get Your Adrenaline Rush at These Adventure Getaways from Bengaluru

Bengaluru is a buzzing city with a great music scene, and numerous comedy shows and cultural events though out the year. It is also an emerging destination for adventure activities, with the majestic Nandi Hills, many free-flowing rivers, lush greenery, and lots of exciting avenues to get your adrenalin pumping!

So, if you are looking for an adventurous vacation, here are 10 adventure activities in or near Bengaluru that are definitely worth a try:

1. Trekking in Anthargange

Head 70 km out of  Bengaluru towards the Kolar district ….., to trek along one of the most popular adventure destinations in Karnataka. Anthargange is famous for its 3 hour long night trek along a rocky landscape, complete with cave experiences, bonfires and breath-taking sunrises.

2. Rope Traversing at Bheemeshwari

Enjoy a weekend away in the heavily forested area of Bheemeshwari which is 100 kms from Bengaluru. Spend your day at the Jungle Lodges, find peace in the quiet surroundings of the mystical jungle, and experience the thrill of rope traversing, as you cross the jungle with a rope and harness. While you’re at it, give your hands a rest for a moment, and look around at the serene views of the forest. Bliss!

3. Micro Light Flying in Bengaluru

There's perhaps no better way to tour the city of Bengaluru, than by air. Surely helps you avoid the traffic! You can take a micro-flight in a cute aircraft, and experience the thrill of the flight. Take off from Yelhanka, a suburb, after a quick briefing session from an expert pilot and enjoy the gorgeous aerial views of Bangalore on this 20 minute flight over the city.

4. Rock-Climbing

Bengaluru is surrounded by rocky hills and lush greenery, making it an ideal spot for rock-climbing. Turuhalli at Kanakapura Road is a popular climbing destination, where you can try your hand climbing massive granite boulders. Looking to test your endurance? Take the challenge and scale these heights.

5. Bamboo-Rafting along River Kaveri

Unique to the Karnataka region, bamboo rafting attracts many corporate visitors and international travellers for its exciting experience. Several training sessions are available along the river Kaveri, where you can choose the level of difficulty. Surely something to boast about later!

6. Paragliding in Chikballapur

What can be more thrilling than gliding across the vast skies enjoying the beautiful view of the majestic Nandi Hills. Strap on your wings and relish this experience of a lifetime at Nandi Hills at Chikballapur, approximately 56 kilometres from Bengaluru. After a training session lasting 2-7 days, you’ll be ready to embark upon this unforgettable adventure which you will be talking about for a long time!

7. Dudhsagar Trek

As the name suggests, this adventurous trek along the Mandovi River takes you to the breath-taking Dudhsagar Falls. Walk along the verdant hills to arrive at the magnificent falls and witness the beauty of the milky white water cascading down the Western Ghats. Surely worth the challenge!

8. Quad Biking

Bengaluru is blessed with lovely hilly green surroundings, great for long drives and walks. Take this a step further, and go on an ATV riding trail, where you zoom through the heavily forested areas, cross rapid streams, whiz past boulders and rocks, and overcome challenging obstacles. A great activity to do with friends or teammates, quad biking is an adventure Bangaloreans enthusiastically participate in!

9. Coracle Riding near Shivanasamudra Falls

For the uninitiated, a coracle is a traditional round shaped boat, which originated in Karnataka. Conducted along river Cauvery, with its rocky beds, rapid flow of cascading streams, and views to die for, coracle riding is quite a thrilling and unique experience for adventure lovers!

10. Zorbing

Bengaluru is one of the few places in India which offers great zorbing experiences to lots of corporates, adventure enthusiasts and travellers alike. You are put into giant bubble looking balls, and rolled down a hilly slope. Needless to say it’s exciting and a ton of fun!

So, head to Bengaluru for an adventure laden holiday, and come back rejuvenated, charged and totally satisfied with some or all of these thrilling experiences. Oh, and of course, make sure you get some great profile pictures too!

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