activities

Whether you're a sight-seer, thrill seeker or beach lounger, activities to satisfy bucket lists of all kinds.

A Dreamlike Hot Air Balloon Ride in Manali. AI-Generated.
If you think you’ve seen all of Manali from the ground—wait until you float above it. During my recent trip to Himachal, I decided to tick something off my bucket list: a hot air balloon ride in Manali. I’d done the usual treks and scenic drives before, but soaring silently over the valleys and peaks was a completely different experience—one that blended thrill, tranquillity, and sheer wonder.
By Rohit SEN6 months ago in Wander
A Nature-Lover’s Guide to the Andharban Jungle Trail. AI-Generated.
If there’s one trail that genuinely feels like a hidden world within the Western Ghats, it’s the Andharban Trek. The name itself—Andharban, meaning "dark forest"—evokes mystery. And it doesn’t disappoint. Imagine trekking through a thick canopy where light plays hide and seek, mist rolls in like a slow-motion wave, and every corner bursts with life—from moss-covered boulders to waterfalls gushing with monsoon rain.
By Rohit SEN6 months ago in Wander
The Landscape’s Lines of Desire
On Green Lanes and Holloways Of all the various roads and paths that snake their way through the countryside – A roads, B roads, byways and bridleways – it’s interesting to note that some ways are invested with more romance than the rest. By some ways, I mean green lanes and holloways.
By Ian Vince7 months ago in Wander
Trekking to the Skies: A Complete Guide to the Kodachadri Trek in Karnataka. AI-Generated.
If you’re searching for a trek that offers not just adventure but also spiritual calm, breathtaking views, and the thrill of conquering a misty mountain, then the Kodachadri Trek is for you. Located deep within the Western Ghats of Karnataka, this trail is where cascading waterfalls, thick forests, ancient temples, and endless valleys come together to offer an experience that lingers long after your boots are off.
By Rohit SEN7 months ago in Wander
A Complete Guide to the Jawai Leopard Safari in Rajasthan. AI-Generated.
When most people think of wildlife in India, they picture dense forests and tiger reserves. But tucked away in the rugged hills of Rajasthan lies a lesser-known gem where leopards roam freely among granite boulders, temples, and villages — welcome to Jawai. This remote region, named after the Jawai River and Dam, offers one of the most thrilling and authentic leopard safari experiences in India, all without the crowds you'd find in more popular reserves.
By Rohit SEN7 months ago in Wander
Things I Love About Arlington, Texas
Greetings, Vocal readers and subscribers! They say that everything is bigger than Texas. I happen to agree with that assessment. If you were born or raised in the Lone Star State, the following story might pique your interest. Texas is a place that I'm proud to be from and was grateful to be raised in. However, I'll be sharing a few things about what makes my hometown of Arlington so amazing. Be sure to like this story as soon as you're done reading it. Leave a comment and share which Texas town you are from, born, or raised in. What are some things you love about it? Subscribe to my page on here and follow me on social media. Finally, please send me a generous one-off tip at the end of this story. No tip is too big or small and they help support creators like me as we continue to write and publish new stories. Now, on to the list!
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 7 months ago in Wander
Quick Escapes: My Handpicked Weekend Getaways from Bangalore for Every Kind of Traveller. AI-Generated.
Living in Bangalore has its perks—great weather, amazing food, and a buzzing tech scene. But let’s admit it, we all need a break from the chaos now and then. I’ve often found myself staring at my screen on a Friday evening, wondering, “Where can I go this weekend that won’t take forever to reach, but still feels like a complete change of scene?”
By Rohit SEN7 months ago in Wander
Netravati Trek: Exploring Karnataka’s Untamed Wilderness One Step at a Time. AI-Generated.
Trekking isn’t always about scaling the highest peaks. Sometimes, it’s about walking into silence, letting the forest breathe around you, and finding moments that feel untouched by time. That’s exactly what the Netravati Trek in Karnataka offers—a trail not just through the Western Ghats, but through pure, unfiltered nature.
By Rohit SEN7 months ago in Wander
Karachi Chronicles Epilog
Recently I saw an interview with the late professional mountaineer, Ueli Steck. He mentioned the difficulty of finding someone to discuss his expeditions with because no one around him could personally relate to these experiences. This really resonated as it's true, nothing prepares you for the return home from an epic adventure. The re-entry to everyday life, for lack of a better word is depressing. A few mates ask you how it was and then quickly get sick of you talking about it. Like a hangover that trails you for days, the stratospheric high from the trip is tempered by the crashing realisation that you will probably never repeat what you just did. While the memories and friends mostly remain, the experience is gone, done, finished.
By S. J. Leahy7 months ago in Wander
Powerboating Basics to Remember This Summer
If you’re anything like me, summer isn’t just a season, it’s a reward. After months of surviving back-to-back classes, late-night studying, team practices, and whatever part-time job helps cover textbooks and burritos, summer feels like freedom. And for me, freedom usually looks like a boat, a big open lake, and zero deadlines.
By Adam Mcmanus Toronto7 months ago in Wander
Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu: The Ultimate Adventure for Thrill-Seekers
Scenic Journey to the lost city of the Incas, the Inca Jungle to Machu Picchu trek is one of the most adventurous and unique routes available. Combining hiking, biking, rafting, and zip-lining, this 4-day experience offers a perfect balance of adrenaline and culture, ending with a magical visit to Machu Picchu. Ideal for those who want more than a traditional trek, this trail reveals the heart of the Peruvian jungle in ways few other routes can.
By Encuentros Peru Adventure7 months ago in Wander
Up in the Clouds: My Dreamy Hot Air Balloon Ride in Manali. AI-Generated.
Have you ever imagined floating silently above the earth, with the cool wind in your hair and the mighty Himalayas unfolding beneath you like a painting? I lived that dream recently on a hot air balloon ride in Manali — and trust me, it was nothing short of magical.
By Rohit SEN7 months ago in Wander