Dhanaulti Adventure Sports / Activities

Below are all other activities you can treat yourself to while camping at Dhanaulti. Most of them are from Dhanaulti Adventure Park:

Trekking

Dhanaulti is lush with mountain ranges and stunning trek routes. Some of the popular trek routes here are the Bageshwar - Sunderdhunga - Pindari - Kafni Glacier trek and the Munsiyari - Martoli - Milam - Ralam glacier. During your treks, you will encounter stunning views of the Himalayan valleys, meadow, and farms.

Valley Crossing

Valley crossing is an adventure sport that will leave your heartbeats throbbing with the exciting activity it entails. Pulling the rope while hung with a harness and crossing the valley from one end to another is what valley crossing is. While distance and depth vary from place to place, the activity is the same everywhere.

Rappelling

Another fun and thrilling activity, rappelling is something that adventure junkies never miss. Rappelling involves descending from a rock while tied to a harness with a typical technique of balance and resistance. Since the landscape of Dhanaulti is a rocky one, this destination is ideally best suited for rappelling and rock climbing. Done under professional supervision, the performers can try and do rappelling of different height: 50 ft, 100 ft, 200 ft, 500 ft, etc.

Sky Walking

Sky Walking is among the newest adventure activities, which is open for the public for the first time in the world. This activity entails walking on the 360ft long rope at a height of 120 ft free hand. You are attached to the rope with the support of a harness and then you walk on air upon a single wire rope without any other support on hands. The thrill here is just at another level and a unique experience. There is nothing to worry about the balance as you are tied with a harness in such a way that it is not possible to fall. Just the feeling that you are walking in a single rope high in the air is quite an experience.

Sky Bridging

The sky bridge here in Dhanaulti is the longest one in India made with wire ropes and bamboo spanned in a length of 300 ft and height of 80ft. It has the capacity of carrying 25 persons at a time and shakes while you are walking on it. You will be tied with a harness for safety while crossing this bridge. Also, appropriate safety measures are taken care of as these activities are managed and conducted by professionals only.

Zip Swing

Zip Swing is another fun activity giving you an exciting blood rush. At the height of 80 ft., you are harnessed and attached with the wire rope and then you zip along the rope and return. Undertaken under extreme safety measures, the professionals make sure that you are at ease in performing this activity.

Rock Climbing

Rock Climbing is another favorite activity of trekker and camping enthusiasts. While the difficulty level varies, it is the joy of mounting and the view at the top of the peak that matters the most. Dhanaulti like Kanatal has a rough and rocky terrain which makes it apt for rock climbing and rappelling. There are several rocks wherein this activity takes place under expert supervision.

Mountain biking

Exploring the lush green interiors and forest area on a bicycle is incredibly fascinating. You can simply rent a cycle from the locals and enjoy your way through the beautiful surroundings. Also, there are several professional companies that conduct this activity.

Skating

It is quite a surprise to know that the largest roller skating rink is in Dhanaulti. One of the most popular activities among kids, this another activity can engage your kids in. The famous skating rinks here are the one in Kulri Bazar and Disco Skating rink behind the tourist office. Do not miss to do this activity and bring out that hidden child within you.

Cable Car

Cable car is one activity, which every age group can attempt. The cable car in this region runs up to Gun Hill and you can witness several mountain peaks while in it including Bundurpunch. The best time to go in a cable car is just before sunset.

Para Gliding

One of the most exciting, thrilling and exhilarating adventure sports is paragliding. These days, more and more people are willing to experience what this activity has to offer. Here in the midst of splendid Himalayan mountain ranges high up in the sky, you will feel like you are in paradise.

About Paragliding

The joy and amusement of a free flight is unmatchable. And the only way to experience it like a bird is through paragliding. Paragliding in India is usually done with a foot-launched aircraft which is quite lightweight. The glider is attached to the aircraft through a harness and a rope and a piece of fabric is tied which appears to work as wings. This sport does not require any training in particular. Just a small instruction session is conducted before you go for it.

The glider jumps off the aircraft mid-air in the sky and glides down in the jogging leg movement, which will give you, flight. If the glider is not comfortable with the flight, he/she can abort the launch and return to the aircraft.

Some security aspects

• Listen to the instructions carefully before starting. You must know the landing procedure thoroughly.
• Paragliding is not for someone with a fragile heart. If you get overwhelmed easily or have any heart problems, you must think twice before going for it.
• Make sure all the safety measures are taken perfectly
• While in the air, take deep breaths and enjoy the view. It is easy to get tensed, but you need to make the most of this experience and relish the feeling.
• It is better to carry a knife with you for safety. In case you need to cut yourself free from the rope in case of any mishap, it will handy.
• Many places take pre-booking for paragliding, so do not take your chance and book the gliding session in advance.
• Different locations have different rules regarding the age limit. Hence, it is better to contact the organizers before booking to inquire about the age limit or to clear any doubts that you may have.