Adventures in Rajasthan
Bird Watching
Rajasthan's lakes, ponds, marshlands and grasslands are a haven for bird lovers.
One can find around 550 species of birds and most of these are residents. The
best colony of birds in the world is Keoladeo National Park situated In Bharatpur.
It has more than 400 species of birds and more than 130 of them breed inside
the park. Being a unique bird place, the UNESCO has recognised it as a world
heritage site.
Camel Safari
Rajasthan invites you to feel the adventure of a Camel Safari, which takes you
through the golden sands of the vast. Thar desert. Like horse safaris, camel
safaris are also popular in Rajasthan. The camel, popularly known as the ship
of the desert, is not only common in the Thar desert, but also the only means
of transportation in remote areas.
Horse Safari
'Rajasthan' - the land of the Rajputs, is known for its kings, fearless warriors
and beautiful women. It's also known for its forts, palaces and temples which
are a reminder of the glorious past. Kingdoms were carved and established by
the Rajputs on horseback, while swords were stained with enemy blood.
Parasailing
& Ballooning
The Joy of being aloft In the wind and the thrill of defying the elements is
what parasailing and ballooning are all about. Unlike other aero sports, in
these, once off the ground, the sportsman is on his own. Since the skies are
an element foreign to us, it would be judicious to take all precautions before
indulging in the joy afforded by the sports.
Trekking
Lying in the west of India, the topography of Rajasthan varies from sand-dunes
of the desert to the lofty hill ranges of the Aravallis which makes Rajasthan
a trekker's paradise. There are many beautiful meadows, dense forests, crystal
lakes, waterfalls and rivulets meandering through the countryside. One of the
old eat mountain ranges of the world, the Aravallis, extending from northeast
to south-west have some beautiful forest areas. Mount Abu, about 1300 mts. above
sea level is an ideal locale.
Water Sports
The Lakes of Rajasthan are known for water sports. During the 1982 Asian games,
rowing competitions were held at Ramgarh lake near Jaipur. Ramgarh lake is a
man-made reservoir around 4 kms. in length and 2 kms in width.
Wildlife Adventure
Rajasthan is the only state that can proudly in two National parks, one Tiger
Project, one serf National Park and twenty-four wildlife sanctuaries. The tiger
is the biggest attraction of the state. According to naturalists, Sariska Tiger
Reserve, Ranthambhor National Park are the best irks in the country for observing
and photographing the activities of the tiger. The leopard is common in almost
every sanctuary of Rajasthan.
