ESCAPE THE HEAT Let's hit the outdoors this vacation
HORSE-RIDING FUN
Where:
Matheran (near Mumbai); Udaipur;
Ooty Not too far from Mumbai's city limits, a trip to Matheran can help you
cool your heels and also learn a quick course in horse-riding. Britishers once
favoured this spot during the summers, Matheran has beautiful bungalows that
can be rented out and a leisurely family holiday can be planned here.
There are many horse farms in
Udaipur, where riding trails with Marwari horses is offered. These horses live
in comfortable stables and paddocks and are left to roam free during the day on
the local farms. Children often tend to learn amidst natural surroundings and
make friends with animals. Horses are caring animals and you can prebook your
learning sessions here.
In Ooty, a pony ride for fun is a
common sight at most resorts. Plan ahead and get your kids and yourself to
learn horse-riding within a few days in Ooty . The picturesque natural hilly
beauty comes alive as you ride along the lush green environs of the tea
estates.
ROAD TRIP AMIDST THE HILLS & LAKES
Where:
To Leh-Ladakh via Manali L adakh, a
mystical land of famed passes, is one of the highest visited tourist
destinations in India, especially with biking and four wheeler groups.This cold
desert is located over 3,000m above the sea level. It is here when the scenic
beauty of the Himalayan range and the Karakoram Mountain ranges simply
mesmerise the rider endlessly.
HIGH MOUNTAIN PASSES
Once you have planned to tour the
Ladakh valley via Manali, get set to cover a distance of over 490kms. Riders
who have taken this route give a handy tip to carry Indian currency , spare
tyres, water and food in plenty. A photographer's delight, on the Manali to Leh
road trip, get set to meander through high mountain passes, hair pin bends and
of course some friendly helpful locals who giggle as they pose for photographs
with you. We suggest you don't hurry your trip to make to the destination as
the journey itself is so beautiful.Make sure you ride during daylight and rest
during the nights. You can tour villages and participate in their simple
lifestyle of several hardships unknown to the urban dwellers. Stop by at the
monasteries, ancient trade routes, quaint eateries to take a quick bite.
ROUTE MAP
Manali Rohtang Gramphu Kokhsar
Keylong Jispa Darcha Zingzingbar Baralacha La Bharatpur Sarchu
Gata Loops Nakee La Lachulung La Pang Tanglang La Gya-UpshiKaru Leh.
TIPS TO FOLLOW:
There are restricted time limits
near the passes as breathing can get uneasy.Always check ahead for weather
conditions before your travel.
PARASAILING & PARAGLIDING
Where:
Maharashtra and Bir-Billing
(Himachal Pradesh) P arasailing or paragliding joyrides is one of the fastest
growing sports in the nation. If you have never flown before, then perhaps this
is the right time to get started and attain freedom of flight in the skies.
Ones who've experienced this ride swear about its breathtaking and enjoyable
feel. Landings are also easy as the tow vehicles slow down and the rider is
gently lowered to earth. To get started, go online and shortlist certified
organisations near your city who offer recommended lessons. It is said that
motorable beaches are great for Parasailing. Here's where: Kanifnath (20 kms
from Pune on Saswad Road) is a good site for arasailing joy rides. Purandar,
this site is located around a beautiful fort (45 kms south-east of from Pune).
Bir-Billing is a popular site for
paragliding contests.
TIPS TO FOLLOW:
Children (check age limit) are also
allowed in tandem for parasailing joyrides by a few agencies who follow strict
safety standards. If you have fear of heights, then fret not! Once airborne, your
comfort level goes up and you come back feeling proud to have flown like a
bird. Try it!
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