In 2019, I took a trek to Maharashtra’s Sandhan Valley (also known as the ‘Valley of Shadows’). ‘In awe’ would describe the first reaction I had when I saw this giant canyon hidden in the Sahyadri range. The trek was tagged ‘difficult’ — the journey to and back as well as the rappelling (descent down a mountain slope on a rope).
But for me, there was one moment that stuck out. Dawn was breaking and the group had just descended into the ravine. The path was bordered by two ; towering tributes that seemed to cradle the valley.
The view was deadly and beautiful at the same time. Most of us have experienced it at least once — the rush of adrenaline at the top of a mountain, the bottom of a valley, or suspended in the sky. Adventure has a way of making us feel alive.
But even if you haven’t had such an experience yet, the question is, are you ready for it? Because we’ve curated a thrilling bucket list of adventure activities tailored to different states in India, just for you. 1. Kashmir – Skiing, Zanskar Trek The Swiss Alps are heavenly, but Gulmarg in Kashmir is, too.
Said to be one of the highest lift-served ski resorts in the world, this destination attracts millions of tourists each year. The paradisical slopes, the 12,000 ft landscape, and the frozen lake ‘Al-Pathar’ are the main draws. The best time to ski here is January and February.
Another adventure awaits in the North — the Chadar Trek, also known as the Zanskar Gorge Trek. Tracing across .