Top 5 Camping Sites in India

Cold air, dark night, a warm fire and bright stars. This feeling is so inevitable that we all want to experience this at least once in our entire life. Camping gives an ageless pleasure. It allows us to connect with our inner selves and get away from the daily chores of life.

People always long to travel to other countries for exploration and camping, but it is fascinating to know that India alone has merely 200 camping sites altogether. Right from the snow-laden Himalayan ranges to the west coasts of Goa, and through the spiritual seas of the Kanyakumari to the dark and green backwoods of the seven sisters, we have a choice for every single kind of excitation.

In this edition, we bring to you the top 5 camping sites in India you wouldn’t want to miss. Write them down in your diary and tell your friends you’ve got a reason to camp. Keep calm and Camp on!

 Rishikesh – Uttarakhand

Located in the lap of the Himalayas, Rishikesh is a major pilgrimage destination for many Indians. It doubles up as one of the best places to camp out in the winters as well as the summers, providing people with one of the best camping experiences. River Ganga, revered deeply by Hindus, flows through the city. One can go rafting and try other adventure sports. The scenic beauty of Rishikesh attracts people from all over the world in every manner.

Spiti Valley – Himachal Pradesh

Located in the Keylong district of Himachal Pradesh, Spiti Valley is one of the favorite camping and trekking spots for visitors and trekkers alike. Perfect for the summer, this place offers a chill scene to respite from the hot sun. Ideally, the camping time is from May to June. And make sure you explore the beautiful valleys in leisure.

Mussoorie – Uttarakhand

Mussoorie is the most favored tourist destination in India. Well connected via Delhi and other major cities like Chandigarh and Rishikesh, tourists find an easy escape to Mussorie, mostly during the summers. It is famously known as the “Gateway” to Yamunotri (Yamuna River) and the Gangotri shrine of Northern India. It is visited by thousands of trekkers and tourists every year who set up camps in the lush fields and enjoy the abundance of nature. The lead time to camp here is from March to June.

Jaisalmer – Rajasthan

Popularly known as the trekker’s paradise, Jaisalmer is revered as the golden city of Rajasthan. The best camping experience would demand you to indulge in the sam sand dunes at least once in life. The feeling of waking up to the sun making a silhouette against the sand dunes is unforgettable and wonderful.

Majorly untouched by modernization, Camels are still the major modes of transportation. One can enjoy abundant camel safaris and setting up camps in the steep sand dunes. You could even consider lying on the soft sands!

Sonamarg – Jammu and Kashmir

Sonamarg is an appealing place located in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. The word ‘Sonamarg’ sums up for the English equivalent meaning ‘A meadow of Gold’. It has snowy meadows as backdrop and campers love enjoying the breathtaking views of the Himalayas. The view of the great Himalayas against the sapphire sky is a moment to relish. The Sindh Sagar flows freely through the place and nature seems to be wonderful almost the entire year.

Campers can breathe in the fresh mountain air near the Himalayan tops and feel cured of all the grief and tension they’d have. Make sure you take a lot of pony rides that are available easily in the valley. The best time to camp here is during the summer.

Wish you all a happy camping experience!

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