Thrillists, You Gotta Check Out These 10 Best Adventure Activities In And Around Nainital

There’s something to be said about the phrase “off to the hills” especially when put to use for Nainital. Not only does that mean you get to feel the chill but you can actually head out to this hill station for a full-fledged adventurous venture with your mates! And by adventurous we mean everything that might get any city-dweller pumped (pun intended). Check out this list of activities you can indulge in when you’re in Nainital.

1. Trekking

If you say where’s the adventure in this, then sadly you haven’t done it quite right so far. Nainital promises some excellent views and splendid trails along its verdant hills that you surely wouldn’t want to miss. Barapatthar, Kilbury, Pangot, Tiffin Top, Naina Peak and Snow View Trek are a few trails you might wanna check out.

2. Boating and Yachting

You simply cannot afford to miss the chance of boating and yachting at the Naini Lake when in town. The picturesque vistas, cool breeze and the setting sun in the horizon make for an unparalleled experience that’s awe-inspiring and thrilling all at once. Be sure to give this one a try.

3. Biking 

If going on foot is not your style and you would rather peddle your way along the slopes of the hills as you partake of the beauty of nature while plugging in a bit of cardio into the mix, then rent a bicycle or a bike from any of the numerous outlets such as Nainital Biker’s Bike On Rent, Wheelstreet or Himalayan Bikers amongst many others.

4. Paragliding

This would perhaps be the best way to start off. Most of us have had this on our bucket list for the longest time, but no more! Make sure you tick this one off the list on your visit to Nainital, ‘cause there’s nothing better! Get the taste of best views and thrill by paragliding at Naukuchiatal or Bhimtal!

5. Wildlife Sighting

Oh yes, we can almost feel the excitement levels swivelling up with this one! Be it Jim Corbett National Park, Sonanadi Wildlife Sanctuary, Chilla Wildlife Sanctuary, Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary or any other, there is a lot to explore and experience when it comes to witnessing Nainital’s large reserve of flora and fauna.

6. Water Zorbing

Experience 15 minutes of heart thumping, adrenaline filled life inside a plastic zorb which floats on the steady ripples of the lake in Bhimtal. Walk on water quite literally as you try to move across the path that is not as much full of hurdles as it is filled with water. This one shall turn out to be much more fun than it seems.

7. Rappelling

Head to Sattal Lake to try your hand (and feet) at this thrilling yet challenging task that tests your stamina and dexterity under circumstances of physical duress when the mind and body strive to work in sync and make touch base all in one piece (pun intended). However, if that’s something you have always wanted to try, you know where to go!

8. Cliff Jumping

Mukteshwar has often been hailed as the place to head to if jumping off the cliff gets adrenaline coursing through your veins at lightning speed! Nothing too fancy but if you wish to try this activity then you must take that “leap of faith”. Quite literally, when you are in Nainital.

9. Jumaring

If you have loved rock climbing then this technique of ascending a rope is surely something you can look forward to. Climbing up with the aid of a jumar using the rope and not directly climbing the rock involves a lot of physical prowess but the degree of exhilaration involved is equally satisfying.

10. Bird Watching

When it comes to bird watching, Nainital can be an absolute treat with so many species of birds to spot in one area. Be it the Pangot and Kilbury Bird Sanctuary or the Sattal Birding Lodge, there are numerous places to check out where you can spot hundreds of bird species in Nainital.

Here’s Some Good Tour Operators To Check Out :

Nainital Tourism | http://www.nainitaltourism.com/adventure.html
Hidden Valley | http://www.hiddenvalley.in
Suniti Tours & Travels | http://www.sunititravels.com/thrill.htm
So head out and experience the thrill!