Activities and Experiences
Interesting, unique and authentic activities that enrich your trip to India
We have searched into the very Soul of India and hand picked out some unique experiences, that will allow you to make your trip a memorable personalised one. These unique experiences will create lifelong fond memories. Specially crafted with your safety in mind we have come up with lots of enriching experiences to cater for all types of interests.
By all means, if you have any special interests that are not on our list below, feel free to email us and we will do our upmost best to see what we can come up with.
Village Jeep Safari
Interaction with local villagers is an enriching experience. To witness their way of life is a window into understanding the fundamentals of rural India. They hold the nations backbone on their shoulders and are extremely welcoming warm hearted families that are just as intrigued with you as you are with them.
Hand Block and Textile Workshop - Half Day or a Full Day
Taking colour to a totally natural variant, our Jaipur workshops offer Eco friendly organic vegetable dyes and woodblock printing experiences. The workshops offer you in-house techniques that have passed the test of time. Hands on involvement will enrich your newfound knowledge. You will learn the history that assimilates into today’s fundamentals of natural dying. Exploring the plethora palette of hues mother nature has gifted us.
The unique world of natural dying will be segregated into three categories, Block Printing, Shibori Tie Dye and Natural Dyeing. These time-honoured traditions have been passed down a long family tree that allows these beautiful traditions to live on.
Royal Enfield Adventure
We not only offer our Royal Enfield group tours. We can organise a day out, a half day out or even a few days on an adventure. Whether you are an Enfield enthusiast or just love to ride. we can grant your wishes to what ever extent you desire. A trek off road with the wind guiding you through picturesque villages and pristine nature. This is an incredible chance to have a break off the bike and mix with the locals and have a chai, or even a meal with some amazing people. You will be able to get the rare inside view of a time past word of these friendly villagers. The options are endless. You can opt for camping out in the Thar desert riding the dunes alongside the camel trains and chilling of an evening with a cool drink and a feast fit for a king. We will put together your two wheeled dreams and bring them to reality.
Camel Ride / Horse Safari
A trip into the Thar is not compete until it is topped off with a camel ride. The billowing curves of the dunes make a magical experience. Whether you opt for an overnight, half, or full day safari. With the gentle sway in the best seat in the house you can witness the sun lay down its weary head as it touches down in the most picturesque scenery.
We can also arrange horse safaris for those who seek equestrian adventure. 1 to 5 day horse safaris in Rajasthan.
Cooking Class or Culinary Tour
There are many options for foodie heaven experiences in India. As each state in India offers something different to the palate. We not only offer full culinary tours, but also if you want to add a cooking lesson to your itinerary in one of your locations, we will cater this. The techniques and amalgamation of spices will have you intrigued. You will be then able to portray your new skills and impress family and friends upon your return. Or, if you just like to eat and not participate in the cooking side of things, we can arrange some incredible dining experiences you will never forget. If you can see yourself caressed in the flickering ambiance of a thousand oil lit lamps in at a 1100 year oldantiquated stepwell relaxing under the stars with an incredible mouth watering feast we are more than happy to oblige.
Elephant Sanctuary in Jaipur
Visit an elephant sanctuary that strive on the care of these abandoned post circus victims. The sanctuary allows visitors to experience the knowledge of these colossal mammals. The sanctuary is a loving caring environment that houses the mammoth beauties in their own homes with their very own carer and his family on the property. You can have an opportunity for a cuddle and to paint an elephant (all natural derived non harmful paint). The elephants respond delightfully to what they consider a massage with the brushes.
School Visit
Visiting a rural school is a golden opportunity for the teachers and children as well as yourself. The children will gain immensely from the experience. Many of these rural areas do not get to see any foreign visitors, so it is indeed a lesson for all. The children’s pride in their culture and curiosities in yours weave for a magical day you will never forget.
Visit a Eunuch Community
Centuries of mysticism shrouds over the lives of eunuchs. The captivating secret world of Eunuchs has plagued curiosities since the beginning of time. Guardians of harems of royalty, their trust and loyalty of palace secrets keeping with the king’s allegiance would have been a dicey affair. Access to both worlds between the sexes made the Eunuchs confidants and schemers between fortress walls.
Their presence is still highly sort after for auspicious occasions and ceremonies. Blessings bestowed uponnewlywedsand newborn infants is a superstitious rite of passage for the beginning of a journey into life’s many starts. Known as ‘Hijras’ the transgender estimate in India is 5-6 million.
Unlike other nations India doesn’t segregate between two genders of male and female. India recognises three genders. Every year in Tamil Nadu members of the transgender community celebrate during the KoovagamKoothandavar festival. Running over 18 days, dedicated to the epic love story of when Lord Krishna took form of a female for one night and bedded with Aravan. After Aravans death Krishna mourned his death in the female form and refrained from wearing bangles and coloured clothing.
Hijras of today live in territorial communities and rely on the offerings bestowed by their blessings.
Our guides will escort you into a Hijras community allowing you an insightful journey into their controversial world. Our guides will happily interpret, allowing you to converse and gain a firsthand acumen of titillating tales. Stay all day or a few hours depending on your schedule.
Other Activities
- Stunning marble Inlay workshop in Agra
- Miniature Art and Painting Workshop in Udaipur
- Visit of a Gem stonework shop in Jaipur
- Have a Henna Deigned on you
- Yoga and Meditation Sessions
- Enjoy a boat ride on Ganges River
- Attend a prayer ceremony in a Hindu temple
- A session with an astrologer or palm reader
- Old Delhi Food Street and heritage walk
- Exploration of Hidden corners of Old parts of Jaipur
- Visit of a Bear rescue centre near Agra
- Slum tour and getting to know about child welfare programs
- Bollywood dance class
- Fire Dance program near Bikaner
- Folk Dance Performance
- Staying with a village chief family in a remote village
- Visiting a farm or fields of farmers
- Varanasi Walking tours
- Spice garden visit in South India
- Ayurvedic massage in a well known reputable centre
- Learn about Women empowerment program in rural areas of Rajasthan
- Spend a day with truck drivers in India
- Spend a day with eunuchs in India
- Attend an Indian marriage
- Do a mock wedding according to Hindu rituals
- Learn about water conservation in India
- Meet local craftsmen, musicians and artists
- Hiking and trekking in Himalayas
- Water activities: rafting, Kayaking
- Paragliding in Himalayas
- Visit of tribal villages
- Hot Air balloon in Jaipur
- Flying fox at Jodhpur fort
- Cable car ride Udaipur
- Playing a Cricket match with rural kids