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Here is a fun bucket list of the places you simply have
to visit before you turn thirty. They are not just
destinations but also crazy experiences that will go
down the book of your memory lane. From treading on
Living Root Bridges in Cherrapunji to a bike ride
through Ladakh, trekking through the valley of flowers
in Himalayas to surfing in Orissa, here are some insane
experiences.
1. Camping in The Arid Desert ofRajasthan
Twenties is the time to step out of your comfort zone
and do something exciting like staying in a dessert.
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Challenge yourself by camping among the endless
stretches of sand. As you camp in the rustic tents, on
the horizon is nothing but the unbridled view of sand
and sky.
[Wanna explore Thar Desert? Go for Desert Safari in
Jaisalmer]
Night brings in its own allure as perched on the royal
divan, you relish in Rajasthani cuisine under the
twinkling starts and revel in the entertainment
provided by the local people.
2. Backpack Across Northeast
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Yes, we have all thought about backpacking across
Europe sometime or the other, but how about
exploring the exotic destinations that our own country
provides? Budget friendly apart, backpacking is the
best way to experience the mesmerising sights of the
Seven Sisters States of Northeast.
[Sikkim Darjeeling Biking Tour do it before you are
30]
For once you step in here, you are in a place unlike any
other with nature retained from acres of green fields to
haunting caves, the largest river island to bridges made
of roots, cascading waterfalls to a lot more. Just make
sure that you pack along oodles of energy too, as this
can get gruelling. Hence, before you turn 30 is the best
time to do it.
3. Trek to Dudhsagar Falls
Instead of taking the normal route to Dudhsagar Falls,
how about trekking up to it? This trail brings along
some exciting adventures. Depending upon your
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fitness levels you can walk on the railway tracks (where
you have to be weary of the trains passing by and make
sure you are not hit by one), cross the Mondovi River
or tread through bountiful jungles.
The entire journey is rewarded with the breath-taking
sight of Dudhsagar Falls. As the name suggests you will
get to witness the sea of milk gushing through the
rocks. On days of no rain, you can also take a dip in the
pool below, but at your own peril.
4. Drive Through Forest ofBandipur
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Take a drive through wilderness, through the heart of
the jungle of the dense Bandipur forest. Open only
during specific hours of the day, this would be an
unforgettable experience in your twenties. As, while go
along narrow, winding roads, you might just spot
elephants, monkeys and deer and if lucky, a wild cat on
the way. Also, get spooked by the plenty snake holes
around.
5. Visit Cherrapunji, Tread onLiving Root Bridges
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Image Source: Ashwin Kumar
What seems like a vision belonging to the movie ‘The
Lord of the Rings’, the Living Root Bridges at
Cherrapunji is simply surreal. And yes, this bridge is
actually made out of live living roots branching out
from gigantic trees.
[Discover some of the Untouched Meghalayan
secrets]
As you cross over, you are overwhelmed with the sight
of thick winding roots, beautiful gathering of rocks and
clear water below, all amidst a mushroom of
overarching and towering trees. Appreciate the
marvels of nature before you turn thirty.
Image Source: Prashant Ram
6. Cycling in Nilgiris
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Embark upon the rather adventurous cycling tour of
Nilgiris, one of the longest and largest tour. Not an
easy expedition, you have to be bursting with energy
and need months to build your stamina for this.
Hence, it is best undertaken before your thirties. Push
the boundaries of your fitness levels and cycle along
fellow enthusiasts for around eight days in the month
of December. The ride too is quite a pleasant one with
pristine land of thick verdant stretches.
7. Experience Sunburn in Goa
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Twenties is the time when you can let loose and party
endlessly for days and nights. Go where the finest
musicians and DJs converge to one of the hippest
places in India. Experience the crazy Sunburn festival in
Goa that is heralded as the biggest electronic dance
music festival in Asia.
[Visit Goa at least once; before you are 3o]
Under the open skies, and amidst scenic surroundings
of Candolim Beach, grove endlessly to heart-thumping
music along with thousands of youths across the
globe.
8. Witness an Airshow
Image Source: Ruben Alexander
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Image Source: Kshitij Garg
Loved the insane air stunts in the movie Top Gun?
Witness something very similar at the Aero Show that
takes place in Yelahanka, Bangalore that has close to
twenty seven countries participating. Cheer among the
huge crowds as the as the exclusive range and aircrafts
take-off, plummet, summersault and do a whole lot of
awesome areal tricks.
Image Source: Nishanth Jois
9. Manali to Leh on Bike
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Take on a riveting but equally challenging bike
expedition from Manali to Leh. The journey is a
paradise for true blue bikers. Offering one of the best
routes to ride in the world, this magnetic highway
stretches over 475 kms and is a must experience
before your thirties.
As it is here you get away from the craziness of life and
reflect within. Admire the beauty of nature as you get
the serene views of snow-capped mountains, untamed
roads, barren brown terrains, sparkling turquoise lake,
cascading streams and breath-taking landscapes.
10. Experience Konkan Railways
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What is so great about the Konkan Railways? It is the
enrapturing sights that you get to see along the way.
Through this journey you get to see the grand
mountains of the Western Ghats, the several
waterfalls that trickle through, limpid rivers and green
stretches. Also, relive childhood and screech as you
pass through the innumerable pitch black tunnels.
Something that is better done before your thirties.
11. Trek to Markha Valley
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View unsurpassed sights of the Himalayas with the
ambitious trek to the enchanting Markha Valley. Since
the altitude here is quite high, it takes some days to
acclimatise to the climate and you need to be your
fittest. Popularly called the ‘tea house trek’, it is here
you tread through one of the highest peopled plateaus
and get great views of the Ladakh and Zanskar ranges.
Along the way, get inspired by interacting with
nomadic clans and experience serenity by touring a
quaint monastery.
12. Eat at Chokhi Dhani and Takean Elephant Safari in Jaipur
Image Source: Scott Dexter
Jaipur is a mystical land appeases youngsters as well.
On one hand, you can sink your teeth deep into the
delectable local cuisines at Chokhi Dhani. While you
are there, you can also learn to appreciate and immerse
yourself with the vibrant culture that abounds.
Another must do is the elephant safari. Perched high
on an elephant you feel like a king overlooking the
majestic landscapes of Jaipur.
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13. Experience Rann of Kutch andGir Forest
Image Source: Kaushik Patel
A seasonal salt marsh amidst the famous Thar Desert,
when at Rann of Kutch, Gujrat you feel that you are in
the middle of no man’s land. For around you is nothing
but the acrid terrain of the desert providing a one of a
kind experience.
Do visit during the kite festival where the skies come
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alive with vibrant and oversized kites. The biking tours
to this place are quite popular too. Once in Gujarat, do
not miss the Gir Forest either which is the house to
fierce lions and diverse flora and fauna.
14. Boat Trip to Andaman
Andaman is a heaven for beach lovers with its silver
sand and turquoise waters unlike any place else in
India. For those who have the stomach for it (which is
normally when you are younger), a boating trip to this
place from Kolkata or Chennai is quite an experience in
itself. For two or three days you will feel like a voyager
on an expedition, riding the pristine waters.
15. Sikkim Sightseeing Trip
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Find peace in the spectacular sights that nature and
man can provide at a younger age. For Sikkim is a
paradise of beauty. From intricate and aesthetic
monasteries in Gangtok to the lush Chopta Valley, the
mesmerising Lachung to Himalayan Zoological Park,
the delightful places to visit are innumerable.
16. Kolkata Trip
Called as the cultural capital of India, and often written
about in novels, Kolkata is a place that is best
experienced in your twenties as there are so many
things to do here. Shop at the quaint and bustling
narrow bazaars, tour the iconic Victoria Memorial Hall,
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pray at the Dakshineswar Kali Temple, stroll along the
famous Park Street, relish in the local street food…the
list is endless.
17. Dhuandhar Falls, Jabalpur
Get a celestial-like feel before your thirties. Flanked by
greenery, are the spectacular sights of Dhuandhar Falls
in Bhedaghat, Jabalpur. The mysticism of this place
mainly lies in the cascading frothing white waterfalls
that appear to emanate a mist of smoke, giving it an
ethereal quality.
18. Go for a Scuba Diving Tour
There is a reason why Scuba Diving has become so
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popular among youngsters in Andaman. As you plunge
into eleven to fifteen feet deep into the turquoise
beach, you are transported to a hidden water kingdom.
Swim along the diverse vibrant fishes and witness the
breath-taking sponges and coral life that you never
knew existed.
19. Wildlife Adventure Trip atCorbett
Image Source: Prashant Ram
For a crazy, daring wildlife experience head to Corbett,
Uttarakhand. It is a home to many endangered tigers.
You can drive through the thick jungles by a jeep
safaris. For the gustier, exclusive elephant safaris are
available too.
20. Trek to Kudremukh
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Image Source: Praveen
Test your fitness levels by trekking to Kudremukh,
Karnataka. The rewards of this hikes are many. Fitness
apart, it is the sights that make you want to climb
higher. With steep hills and valleys, depending upon
where the sunlight falls, the landscape turns a different
green. When you reach the top and are embraced by
the fog spreading on the mountain peaks, you feel that
you have reached heaven indeed.
Image Source: Praveen
21. Quad Bike Expedition in Goa
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There is a lot more to Goa than basking by the lazy
shores. Take a ride on the adventurous side with a like-
minded group. Through the Quad Bike expedition,
explore the rugged terrains, wilderness of the forests
and other landscape delights that this place has to
offer.
22. Visit a Haunted place
Image Source: A Frequent Traveller
You really think that you cannot get spooked? Instead
of watching a scary movie, how about living the horror
by going to a haunted place? Bhangarh Fort is known
as one of the scariest places in India. According to
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folklore, an entire town of people seemed to have been
obliterated in a day.
[Check out Most Haunted Places in India]
Supernatural activities are said to occur at night and
no one is allowed here post sunset. The closer you get
here, you are overcome with a queasy feeling. It is also
said that those who have ventured post sunset have
never been found.
Image Source: Shahnawaz Sid
23. Munnar, Periyar and Thekkadywildlife Trip
As you have the energy go on endless destinations,
how about touring three fascinating wildlife places?
Nestled in ‘God’s own country’ of Kerala are three
breath-taking places of Munnar, Periyar and Thekkady.
A wildlife trip to these places is a must, for it is here
that you are overwhelmed with the remarkable
sceneries and fauna of the land.
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24. Rafting and Camping inRishikesh
With bursting of vitality and eagerness, twenties is the
best time to indulge in adventure sports. Ride the
mystical waters of Ganges with rafting in Rishikesh. It
is the most famous place to play this sport. For, you get
to raft upon fierce frothing water pouring through
rocky terrains and green stretches. To experience the
landscape of this mysterious place you can also go
camping and undertake other adventure sports.
25. Vaishno Devi Temple
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Experience a spiritual journey with Vaishno Devi
Temple nestled in the Trikuta Mountains, Jammu and
Kashmir. Perched on a height of 5300 feet, it is one of
the most revered religious places. The path to get here
is a challenge and will test your fitness along the way.
However, the sights offered on the path and when you
reach there are simply remarkable.
26. Wagah Border
Image Source: Guilhem Vellut
Get a feel of patriotism and nationality at a younger
age. Head to Wagah Border which is on the only
crossing road border of Punjab and Pakistan.
Celebrate along with thousands the extravagant
ceremony that occurs here every day before the sun
sets.
27. Sandakphu Trek
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Sandakphu Trek, the highest point of West Bengal. It is
from here that you get the view and experience of the
all-embracing nature. However, trek to the top is quite
a tedious one and requires you to be in the pink of
health.
28. Holi at Vrindavan
Vrindavan, the land where Lord Krishna spent his
childhood, is the place to be during Holi. For, it is here
that the festival is celebrated with much gusto and
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revelry. Thousands around the world and country flock
to this place to get embraced by the burst of colours.
The entire town is painted in myriad hues this day.
Entrainment troupes perform Holi songs as well. As
this place can get chaotic and crowded, it is best to
experience this when you have the energy and
enthusiasm.
29. Orissa Konark Temple &Surfing Lessons
Witness the magnificence of Indian architecture at the
Orissa Konark Temple. This iconic and revered shrine
makes a pretty picture with ancient and intricate stone
carvings. While at Orissa learn to ride the wonder
waves by taking surfing lessons. The earlier you learn
this sport the better. It is something that will come
handy during later years across the world too!
30. Roopkund Trek, Himalayas
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Become one with nature and experience serenity with
the Roopkund Trek, Himalayas. This trail provides an
all-encompassing experience and visions of snow, ice,
gushing streams, untouched forests, delightful
stretches of meadows and scenic camping places. Need
we say more?
31. Go to Gokarna and DoNothing
Image Source: Abhijit Shylanath
Twenties is the time where you can get away by doing
nothing. Head to Gokarna, a more toned down version
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of Goa. It is here that you get to reel in the hippy vibe
sans the commercialisation and onslaught of people.
Relax by the lazy beaches, absorb the scenery of rocky
terrains and pristine waters and enjoy by doing just
about nothing. A holiday well spent indeed!
32. Visit Coorg, Scotland of India
It is said that man truly comes of his own when among
pristine nature. For this, head to Coorg, known as the
Scotland of India. It is at this cool hill station that you
get the unbridled sight of green stretches and
experience serenity. [Trekking in Coorg has its own
joy] Topping the experience is the intoxicating aroma
of the coffee plantations permeating the air.
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33. Jodhpur to Jaisalmer onTruck/Tractor trip
Jodhpur and Jaisalmer are the lands of opulent
palaces, colourful culture and forts that retain the
magnificence of the kings. They are also places that
have retained the rusticity of nature. Leave the regular
mode of transport for the elders. For an off-beat
experience, explore on a truck or tractor trip.
[Plan you Jaisalmer Tour]
34. Experience Local Trains,Mumbai
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The life line of the bustling Mumbai city are the local
trains that are constantly brimming with people. If you
think that you have it in you to nudge your way across
a sea of people then, this is a must experience at least
once in your twenties.
35. Visit Temples and Boulders atHampi
Image Source: Vinoth Chandar
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Experience a slice of history before your thirties by
visiting the ancient temples in Hampi. Get marvelled
by the architecture and intricate stone carvings that
tell a thousand stories. Also, here are natural wonders
such as the boulders. These gigantic stones seem to
defy gravity and are spread across the land ornately.
Image Source: Sissssou
36. Sunderbans Boat Ride
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Experience the untamed nature of Sunderbans with a
boat ride. Given the accolade of the largest mangrove
ecosystem in the world, this place offers one of a kind
views. Through the boat cruise you can witness the
fisherman’s cove, a three hundred year old temple,
crocodile’s den, deer rehabilitation centre and a lot
more.
37. Visit Varanasi to ExperienceChaos
Experience chaos in your twenties to appreciate the
quiet in later years. Head to Varanasi, one of the oldest
cities in the world. While the antique edifices and
spiritual aura of the place lends a mystical charm, the
sheer number of people thronging through the really
narrow roads add to the chaos.
38. Yak Safari in Ladakh
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Okay, so you may have gotten used to the idea of a
horse or elephant safari. For an offbeat experience
how about something as unique as a yak safari in
Ladakh? The largest animal of this icy desert, these
woolly creatures offer a comfortable ride. Explore
green meadows, gushing brooks and glacial valleys on
this safari.
39. Trek to Valley of Flowers
Still hung over with fairy tales of childhood? Take a trek
to the Valley of Flowers. It located in Himalayas of the
Uttaranchal and is just that, vast stretches of vibrant
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flowers such as Brahmakamal, Blue Poppy and the
Cobra Lily spread across the valley. Such is the divine
beauty of this place that it seems to have popped
straight out of a fairy tale story. And yes, this hike
requires you have a great deal of stamina too.
40. Bombay to Goa road Trips
Image Source: Abhishek Kumar
We are not eluding to the cheesy movie renditions a
gang of friends taking a Bombay to Goa road trip. But
the truth of the matter is, this is a fun experience to
have with your mob of friends who are so important at
this age. The scenic views and bonding with your crazy
friends along the drive will help you make that
transition from the bustling Bombay to the laid back
Goa.
41. Finish at Least 5 day TreksAround Your City
Twenties is the time to explore, discover and test your
fitness level. Be it Bangalore, Mumbai or Delhi, they all
offer alluring trekking trails. Avail of this and finish at
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least five day treks [If you are in Bangalore check out
some of the best treks] around the city. By the end of
it you would have explored more, discovered new
places, raised your fitness levels and also lost some
weight too!
42. Chandni Chowk Street FoodTour
Image Source: Shashwat Nagpal
Benefit from your voracious appetite and metabolism
during your teens and twenties. Indulge your taste
buds with the delectable street food of Chadani Chok.
It offers spicy chaats, mouth-watering kachoris, sweet
jalebis, addictive confectionaries and rich North Indian
food. Spend the whole day sinking your teeth in the
aromatic flavours of this place.
43. Dasara in Mysore
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It would help if you understand the significance of
festivals and learn to enjoy them at a younger age. The
ideal place to celebrate the grandeur of Dasara is the
majestic Mysore. For at this time, the city is beautifully
lit up and the entire city partakes in the merry making.
A must see is the elaborately adorned elephants on a
royal walk.
44. Skiing Coaching in Auli
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Learning to ski in your younger days comes along with
a lot of advantages. Auli is a sought after skiing
destination in the snow crusted Himalayan Mountains
of Uttaranchal. [Check out Top 10 Destinations for
Skiing in India] Providing an all-encompassing view of
Mana Parwat, Beethartoli, Nilkanth, Hathi Parbat,
Ghori Parbat and Nar Parbat and covered with
conifers and oak forest, it is here that you get to ski on
a blanket of inviting snow.
45. Paragliding in Solang
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Image Source: Raman Virdi
Best age to experience crazy adventure, head to Solang
for Paragliding. Experience the bursting thrill as you
breeze by and get the panoramic sight of green
mountains, valleys, expansive sky and snow-capped
ranges.
Image Source: Raman Virdi
46. Travel in a Toy Train
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Revisit childhood by hopping on a narrow gauged toy
train. Cheer away as these colourful boogies make
their way through winding trails, colourful landscapes,
verdant hillocks and emerald stretches. Darjeeling,
Matheran, Ooty and Shimla are some of the place that
you can experience this.
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47. Spitti Valley Trip
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Another place that you have to go to appreciate the
marvels of nature is the super scenic Spitti Valley,
perched high on the ethereal Himalayan Mountains.
Since the high altitude here the trip is not suitable for
all. Get enamoured by the unique landscapes, quaint
and vibrant monasteries along with unique wildlife of
snow leopard, wolf, ibex and blue sheep.
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48. Visit Golden Temple in
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Amritsar
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Learn to appreciate brotherhood and religion before
you hit thirty. A golden marvel shining brightly and
casting its shimmering reflection upon the waters is
the Golden Temple in Amritsar. A Gurdwara of Sikhs, it
is here that people across all religions come and wait in
endless lines to pay homage.
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49. Rajasthan Trip on Bullet
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Do something different and adventurous. Instead of
the same old means, take a trip to Rajasthan on a
bullet. Ride along the rugged deserts and the rustic
roads of this place, absorbing the expansive landscape
that abounds around you.
Image Source: Vir Nakai
50. Srinagar to Leh Bus/Truck Ride
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Twenties is the age where you have the enthusiasm
and patience for bus or truck ride. To get a feel of the
rustic enrapturing sights that Srinagar and Leh offer, it
kind of would heighten your experience if you took a
rustic wagon like a bus or a truck. Trust us, you will
have a whole different impression of this place
altogether.
Here is our list of 50 things to do before you turn 30.
How many of these have you experienced? Also, if
you feel that there are more places to visit before
turning thirty, do comment below.
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