Activities in Rajasthan

The royal land of Rajasthan is often visited by most of us. Camel safari is one of the most wanted activity preferred by the travellers venturing the beauty of Thar. But Rajasthan has more to offer to the tourists apart from camel rides and exploring the forts and palaces.

Various adventurous sports are a part of the activities one can enjoy in Rajasthan. From archery to boating or from trekking to the participation of traditional festivals, people visiting this place can ba a part of various entertainments. Undulating terrain of Rajasthan offers maximum scope to explore the landscape while the royal Rajasthani heritage welcomes people to be united in diverse celebrations.

Here are some of the activities one can enjoy while touring Rajasthan.

Vintage Car Rally
Vintage cars have always remained a symbol of royalty and aristocracy. When these cars were first launched in India, the prince and kings of Rajasthan were some of the first to travel on these. Jaipur Vintage Car Rally is one of the annual events of Rajasthan which is held in January and is participated by royal families. Some of these age old cars are hired for marriages and other special ocassions.

Trekking
The hilly trails of Udaipur-Kumbhalgarh-Chittorgarh, other than the landscape of Mount Abu are ideal for trekking in Rajasthan. In monsoon the atmosphere turns to be romantic and during this time trekkers can even camp at certain trekking spots. Sariska-Alwar-Amber belt is also available for enjoying the treks.

Polo
Polo has remained one of the favourite sports of Rajputs. Paintings at Mehrangarh Fort dates back polo to the age of Mughals. Since then, this sport has remained one of the most revered one in Rajasthan. In modern times, apart from royalties, polo is also favoured by army personnels. Rajasthan is one of the best platform for polo tournaments and it remaimns a treat to the eyes of the tourists.

Kite Flying
Other than sophisticatad and elite sports like golf and polo, Rajasthan is also known for sports like kite flying. During Kite festival the skyline of Jaipur and Jodhpur looks bright and lively. Every year on 14th January i.e. on Makar Sankranti, kite flying is one of the best activity one can enjoy. Tourists are always welcome to join this festival with colourful kites and strings. It is almost regarded as the state festival.

Ballooning
Hot air ballonns are one of the best ways to explore the royal state. Tourists can traverse short distances or historic resorts on these hot air balloons. Apart from enjoying this activity in Jaipur, one can also enjoy this at Nagaur, Baneshwar or Pushkar Fair.

Water Sports
Huge lakes in Rajasthan has given tourists umpteen opportunity to enjoy various water sports. Angling, water skiing, boating and kayaking are some of the activities one can enjoy here. Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation has taken initiative to improve these sports and make them more tourist friendly.

Golf
This aristocratic sport also known as 'Gentleman's game', was very popular in Rajasthan during the British period. Presently, Jaipur owns the only 18 hole golf course, which is not used professionally but the scenic surrounding amidst greenery and peacocks makes the environment enomorous. Tourist will love to enjoy golf in such a mesmerising ambiance.

Para Sailing
In the open and sandy countryside of Rajasthan, tourists can enjoy adventurous sports like para sailing. Though not very popular, para sailing is slowly gaining importance in this state. To enjoy this activity, one needs to bring the equipments necessary for para sailing.