Best Adventurous Getaways from Mumbai

Everybody needs some unwinding, far from the robust lives they are living. For some, a spa session would do, for somewhere in the range of, a day or two off to a hill station would do, and after that there are some for whom adventure is a definitive anxiety buster. Mumbai is home to probably the most exciting adventure sports in the nation. Numerous spots in and around Mumbai do the needful wonderfully.

1. Trekking in Igatpuri

At first sight, you might fall head over heels in love with this strangely gorgeous place. But gradually, the realization would dawn upon you that Igatpuri is not just a retreat for peace seekers, but is an amazing getaway for a perfect trek or hiking up the green covers of the hill slopes. Igatpuri also has an International Centre for Vipassana meditation called Dhammagiri, which surely would come in need after the trekking excursion uphill. Take a direct Mumbai to Igatpuri taxi from Mumbai for a breathtaking road trip before an adventurous bid.

2. Paragliding in Lonavala

For the ones that take the significance of the expression "I need to touch the skies" truly, this experience is a ride of a lifetime. Touch the skies while sitting gently, or not, in the lightweight glider that can be pilot driven or sans, contingent upon one's inclination. The perspective starting here high up in the skies is simply out of the world, and the experience stays in the mind primarily forever.

3. Sea Kayaking in Mandwa

Mandwa is the center point of gutsy water games close to Mumbai and sea kayaking is one such sport out of the many. A kayak and an oar are all that is required, and there you go! One ought to attempt this one just when they know how to swim, as a precautionary measure, or else, adventure has no limits. Take the plunge if you want!

4. Walking on Glass Shards in Mumbai

Held at the Hiranandani Gardens in Mumbai, glass walking takes indents up the whole adventure drive. Experience walking on smashed glass pieces, and that too shoeless! Try not to stress. There is a preparation that goes behind this action where one is prepared to control their brain and body, and yes, not a solitary shard of glass enters the skin. Sounds exciting!

5. Water Rafting in Karjat

Imagine yourself cruising wildly like the torrents of a fierce river, gushing with white chilled water! This is what a water rafting experience in Karjat is all about. Head up to this place in the post monsoon months of July - September for an unforgettable rafting experience in the Ulhas River. One can even go for a trek along the countryside in Karjat. Take a Mumbai to Neral taxi (Neral is the town in Karjat Tehsil) and from there it is entirely upto you how you wish to continue your jaunt. But, adventure, thrills, and fun are sure shot guaranteed!

Pratima is a travel writer and loves to visit different places India. She is an avid traveler herself, and whenever she has the opportunity she flews to the destinations that she has listed in her travel log.