South India has numerous tourist attractions which have been fetching tourists for ages. The region includes the Indian states of Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Union Territories of Lakshadweep and Pondicherry.
Each of these states and territories in the southern region of India is a popular tourist destination for many reasons including striking temples, sandy and sunny beaches, wonderful hills, inimitable wildlife, relaxing yoga and ayurveda centers, remarkable waterfalls, multicolored festivals and also for "Adventure in India”.
The presence of Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean promotes the water activities. The great mountains of the Deccan Plateau make this place the ideal target for adventures. Huge and dance forests of the region give an opportunity to enjoy wildlife safaris. It will be a crime to forget the backwaters and houseboat cruise of Kerala.
Tourists can enjoy doing parasailing, Mountaineering, paragliding, rafting, skiing, fishing, parasailing, boating, rock climbing, water sports, fishing, hiking, south India wildlife, Ballooning, bird watching, skating etc.
This magical region is also showcase of cultural, history, a number of beaches, Temples, caves, many reserves and national parks. The list is endless and the possibilities are endless for lovers of adventure so discover the region and suck every piece of it.
Wildlife of South India
Wildlife in South India is the thrilling expedition for all the nature and wildlife aficionados. At parks and sanctuaries, tourists would be able to discover a large number of wildlife species like birds, animals, flora, reptiles, and amphibians and so on. Wildlife lovers can enjoy more than 500 species of mammals, 1225 kind of Birds, 1600 species of reptiles and amphibians and around 57,000 species of insects.
This region houses Periyar National Park, Bandipur National Park, Nagarhole National Park, Kambini National Park etc.
Bird Watching
The bird sanctuaries of South India are often quoted as an ornithologist's paradise. This place is a favourite haunt of migratory birds like the Siberian cranes, heron, stork, darter, teal and egret. The local species of birds which can be easily sighted here and during migratory season visitors gets an opportunity to see species of migratory birds. Some famous bird sanctuaries are Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Vedathangal Bird Sanctuary, Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary, Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary etc.
Bamboo Rafting
Bamboo rafting is a kind of natural walk. It is a exciting, splendid eco-friendly and unique water activity. During this most entertaining activity one can travel on bamboo sticks through some of the dense forests. Periyar tiger reserve, Thekkady is the best place to enjoy bamboo raft and experience the beautiful visuals and captivating sounds.
Banana Boat Ride
Banana Boat ride is definitely a thrilling activity. It is actually amazing to Jump on inflatable boat that carries up to six people at a time and all of them trying to do not to fall from the boat. The boat that carries the passengers is usually yellow and shaped like a banana. This banana shaped boat is attached to another boat which pulled the banana passenger boat inside the water and against the waves.
You can enjoy this amazing boat ride on the South India Beaches specially in Goa.
Fair and Festival
South India celebrates some well known festivals and fairs including Hampi, Onam, Pongal, Nehru trophy boat race. All these grand festivals are celebrated at grand scales in the different states of south India. Travelers can also enjoy the incredible music & dances.
Kerala Backwaters and Houseboats
Kerala is one of the destinations where tourist can unwind on the golden sands. The most striking things of a Kerala tour is the amazing backwater & house boats situated in the lap of lush green surrounding of coconut & palm tree. The houseboats move along the backwaters to give a close view of the spectacular sights of village life and the flora and fauna of the region, to promise a life time experience.
Backwaters of Kerala are the sequence of consistent waterways, lakes, rivers, and riverside of Kerala coast. Few famous backwater destinations in Kerala are Alapuzzha, Kumarakom, Cochin, Kollam and Kuttanad.
Parasailing
Parasailing is an activity in which the main character fly with a parachute attached to his back as he is being pulled by a speed boat. Taking flight and landing by plunging into the water is really exhilarating. Om beach, Gokarna offer this cool activity, which is capable of giving you a safe parasailing experience.
River Rafting
River Rafting is one of the popular adventure activities among adventure lover tourists which are full of fun, thrill and excitement. Barapole River, Coorg Karnataka is the perfect place for water rafting. Large number of tourists prefers white water rafting because of fun and thrill which excite tourists during water rafting.
Trekking
Trekking in this country will give tourists a wonderful opportunity to explore cultural and natural wealth of the country. Tourists can seek for their delights in adventure trekking in the high range of great mountains. Tourists can enjoy Trekking at Kanthanpara waterfalls, Marunthuvazh Malai, mesmerising Matanga Hill, Neelimala, hills of Chikmagalur, Thekkady, Coorg, trekking trails in Kotagiri, Kudremukh, Ooty, Munner etc.
Scuba diving
If you have an intricate love towards marine life and want to experience the joy of watching them live in front of you then abyss scuba diving is the right guide to your desire. You can enjoy Scuba diving and some other water related activities like Kayaking and Canoeing at Lakshasweep. These water sports are the medium to experience an ultimate lifetime joy and enlightenment.
Boating
Boating can provide you with whatever kind of enjoyment you need. Simply floating along on the water does wonders to help you forget about daily stresses of life. You can enjoy boating over the rustic wooden boats at Kovalam shore and backwaters of Kochi.
Chinese Fishing Nets, Kerala
The Chinese fishing nets are popular and unique attractions of Kerala. tourists can see rows of Chinese fishing nets suspended on the seashore. The row upon rows of these nets increases the charm of Kochi beaches which enthralls tourists the most.
Each of these states and territories in the southern region of India is a popular tourist destination for many reasons including striking temples, sandy and sunny beaches, wonderful hills, inimitable wildlife, relaxing yoga and ayurveda centers, remarkable waterfalls, multicolored festivals and also for "Adventure in India”.
The presence of Arabian Sea, Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean promotes the water activities. The great mountains of the Deccan Plateau make this place the ideal target for adventures. Huge and dance forests of the region give an opportunity to enjoy wildlife safaris. It will be a crime to forget the backwaters and houseboat cruise of Kerala.
Tourists can enjoy doing parasailing, Mountaineering, paragliding, rafting, skiing, fishing, parasailing, boating, rock climbing, water sports, fishing, hiking, south India wildlife, Ballooning, bird watching, skating etc.
This magical region is also showcase of cultural, history, a number of beaches, Temples, caves, many reserves and national parks. The list is endless and the possibilities are endless for lovers of adventure so discover the region and suck every piece of it.
Wildlife of South India
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Periyar National Park |
Wildlife in South India is the thrilling expedition for all the nature and wildlife aficionados. At parks and sanctuaries, tourists would be able to discover a large number of wildlife species like birds, animals, flora, reptiles, and amphibians and so on. Wildlife lovers can enjoy more than 500 species of mammals, 1225 kind of Birds, 1600 species of reptiles and amphibians and around 57,000 species of insects.
This region houses Periyar National Park, Bandipur National Park, Nagarhole National Park, Kambini National Park etc.
Bird Watching
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Pond Heron - Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary |
The bird sanctuaries of South India are often quoted as an ornithologist's paradise. This place is a favourite haunt of migratory birds like the Siberian cranes, heron, stork, darter, teal and egret. The local species of birds which can be easily sighted here and during migratory season visitors gets an opportunity to see species of migratory birds. Some famous bird sanctuaries are Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Vedathangal Bird Sanctuary, Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary, Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary etc.
Bamboo Rafting
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Bamboo Rafting - Thekkady |
Bamboo rafting is a kind of natural walk. It is a exciting, splendid eco-friendly and unique water activity. During this most entertaining activity one can travel on bamboo sticks through some of the dense forests. Periyar tiger reserve, Thekkady is the best place to enjoy bamboo raft and experience the beautiful visuals and captivating sounds.
Banana Boat Ride
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Banana Boat Ride - Goa |
Banana Boat ride is definitely a thrilling activity. It is actually amazing to Jump on inflatable boat that carries up to six people at a time and all of them trying to do not to fall from the boat. The boat that carries the passengers is usually yellow and shaped like a banana. This banana shaped boat is attached to another boat which pulled the banana passenger boat inside the water and against the waves.
You can enjoy this amazing boat ride on the South India Beaches specially in Goa.
Fair and Festival
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Onam Festival - Kerala |
South India celebrates some well known festivals and fairs including Hampi, Onam, Pongal, Nehru trophy boat race. All these grand festivals are celebrated at grand scales in the different states of south India. Travelers can also enjoy the incredible music & dances.
Kerala Backwaters and Houseboats
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Alappuzha Backwater & Houseboat |
Kerala is one of the destinations where tourist can unwind on the golden sands. The most striking things of a Kerala tour is the amazing backwater & house boats situated in the lap of lush green surrounding of coconut & palm tree. The houseboats move along the backwaters to give a close view of the spectacular sights of village life and the flora and fauna of the region, to promise a life time experience.
Backwaters of Kerala are the sequence of consistent waterways, lakes, rivers, and riverside of Kerala coast. Few famous backwater destinations in Kerala are Alapuzzha, Kumarakom, Cochin, Kollam and Kuttanad.
Parasailing
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Parasailing at Om Beach, Gkarna - Karnataka |
Parasailing is an activity in which the main character fly with a parachute attached to his back as he is being pulled by a speed boat. Taking flight and landing by plunging into the water is really exhilarating. Om beach, Gokarna offer this cool activity, which is capable of giving you a safe parasailing experience.
River Rafting
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Barapole River Rafting - Coorg |
River Rafting is one of the popular adventure activities among adventure lover tourists which are full of fun, thrill and excitement. Barapole River, Coorg Karnataka is the perfect place for water rafting. Large number of tourists prefers white water rafting because of fun and thrill which excite tourists during water rafting.
Trekking
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Trekking in Munnar |
Trekking in this country will give tourists a wonderful opportunity to explore cultural and natural wealth of the country. Tourists can seek for their delights in adventure trekking in the high range of great mountains. Tourists can enjoy Trekking at Kanthanpara waterfalls, Marunthuvazh Malai, mesmerising Matanga Hill, Neelimala, hills of Chikmagalur, Thekkady, Coorg, trekking trails in Kotagiri, Kudremukh, Ooty, Munner etc.
Scuba diving
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Scuba Diving - Lakshadweep |
If you have an intricate love towards marine life and want to experience the joy of watching them live in front of you then abyss scuba diving is the right guide to your desire. You can enjoy Scuba diving and some other water related activities like Kayaking and Canoeing at Lakshasweep. These water sports are the medium to experience an ultimate lifetime joy and enlightenment.
Boating
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Boat at Kovalam Shore |
Boating can provide you with whatever kind of enjoyment you need. Simply floating along on the water does wonders to help you forget about daily stresses of life. You can enjoy boating over the rustic wooden boats at Kovalam shore and backwaters of Kochi.
Chinese Fishing Nets, Kerala
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Chinese Fishing Nets - Cochin |
The Chinese fishing nets are popular and unique attractions of Kerala. tourists can see rows of Chinese fishing nets suspended on the seashore. The row upon rows of these nets increases the charm of Kochi beaches which enthralls tourists the most.
So come and enjoy this enthralling journey to South India.
