Karnataka Adventure Tourism

White Water Rafting
Experience the thrills of white water rafting on some unpredictable stretches of the Kali river at Dandeli - an experience so far unavailable this side of the Ganga. Kemphole is another popular destination for white water enthusiasts. Sitanadi (near Agumbe) and Netravati are also favourite white water rafting spots. The azure waters of the Cauvery also provide for some great river rafting.

Other Water Sports
Honnemaradu, a haven for water sports, is tucked amidst the lush greenery of the Western Ghats along the expansive Sharavati backwaters near Sagar. Match your wits against the water with activities like coracling, canoeing, kayaking and windsurfing. The stretches of surf between Gokarna and Karwar are perfect for water sports. Surf the waves at Marawanthe beach or visit Devbagh for scuba diving and a taste of underwater action. It is the ultimate destination for water lovers and the perfect place for those who enjoy island vacations. Devbagh is also a popular haunt for power sailing, water skiing, sailing and water sledging (water banana.

Rock Climbing
The craggy wilderness around Ramnagar, 50 kms. from Bangalore on the Bangalore-Mysore highway, is a climber’s delight. If you can supplement your love of adventure with some time, there are other rock climbing options around the city; Bangalore and its neighbouring areas are fortified by interesting rock formations at places like Savanadurga, Kabbaldurga, Tumkur, Turahalli and Kanakpura. Yana, famous for its unique formation, is also a favourite rock-climbing haunt. Bouldering provides yet another adventure option. Some of the best climbing areas in Karnataka are at Badami and Hampi, where you can also take a cultural tour to the ruins and cave temples.



Trekking
With its lush tropical forests, hills and dales, caves and cascades, roaring rivers and gurgling streams and flora and fauna, Karnataka is a trekker’s paradise. Trekking trails are mostly located in the Ghat districts of Uttara and Dakshina Kannada, Shimoga, Chikmagalur, Hassan and Kodagu. Try railway-track trekking through the spectacular Western Ghats between the towns of Donigal and Kukke Subramanya. This unique activity lets you savour natural beauty while watching trains thunder by. Die-hard trekkers can explore the coastline on foot via the enchanting Golden Trek from Karwar to Gokarna.
Tadiyendamol, the tallest peak in Kodagu, from where you can view the distant Arabian Sea on a clear day, is a trekker’s delight. The ideal time for trekking is immediately after the monsoon, from September to December.

Angling
The Mahseer, Asia’s premier sporting fish and prize catch of all committed anglers, is the pride and joy of the Cauvery. Here, intrepid anglers wait day and night in anticipation of their catch. At the Cauvery Fishing Camp run by Jungle Lodges and Resorts, avid fishing enthusiasts and nature lovers can soak in the tranquil environs and also grab a whiff of adventure. Besides the thrill of fishing, there are other activities like trekking, river rafting and coracle riding. Valnur, on the banks of the Cauvery river near Kushalnagar, is another interesting place for mahseer fishing.

Aerosports
Hang-gliding is a truly Zen experience. To experience the exhilaration and euphoria of parajumping, head for Nandi Hills. The beautiful airstrip set in 1 sq. kms. of tall wild-grass close to Bangalore’s Hebbal Lake is the focus of aerosports like parasailing and microlight flying.

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