Jaipur is nicknamed as the Pink City of India. Not just Pink city but it is also known as the City of Royals. The rulers of Jaipur built several forts, palaces and retreat mahals for the royals to rest wherever they went. The city of Jaipur has a colourful past and stories that can be fully known only by visiting the city. While the city is famous for stunning monuments, it has slowly gained popularity for the variety of adventurous activities in Jaipur. Keep reading to more about the possible activities you can do here.

Adventurous activities in Jaipur

Cycling

Cycling is one of the best forms of exercise one can do. But it can get boring when doing it every day as a routine for some. While in Jaipur, why not try cycling? Yes, you read that right. At Nahargarh fort, you can cycle your way around the fort as you explore the beauty of it. The grand fort has 12 identical suites for the queens belonging to the royal family. This unique room style of the palace is called the Madhavendra Bhawan is located inside the fort. Hungry while cycling around? Take a wholesome bite at the Padao Open Bar located just on the top of the palace. This stunning resto-bar provides an awesome colourful view of the pink city.

Entry fee: Entry ticket into the fort is INR 20 for Indians and INR 50 for all foreign nationals.

Open hours: The fort is open to the public on all days of the week between 10 AM – 5 PM.

Elephant Road at Amer Fort

Elephant ride at Amber Fort — Image Source: Unsplash

Amer Fort was built in the 16th century by Maan Singh Ji Saheb. The architecture of the fort compromises of both Rajput and Hindu strokes and artistic elements. Explore the large gateways of the fort by going on an elephant ride. Ride on the magnificent animal on earth and feel royal. The fort also holds magic shows every evening for the public in two languages.

Entry fee: The entry ticket to the fort is INR 25 for Indians and INR 200 for all foreign nationals. Entry to the fort is given on a concession fee for students at INR 10 for Indians and INR 100 for all foreign national students. It costs around INR 900 to ride the royal elephant per individual.

Open hours: The fort is open to the public between 8 AM – 6 PM on all days of the week.

Wildlife Safari Tour

One of the most daring and exciting things to do while vacationing is to go on a wildlife safari tour. Open jeeps, summer grown trees and grasses, shades of autumn, everything makes it perfect for a wild ride. Be sure to visit Jhalana Safari Park in Jaipur, one of the finest wildlife park in the north. Take a jeep ride aka jungle safari ride and spot the wild animals at its natural habitat. Spot the striped hyenas, leopards, foxes and jackals. If you are not an animal person, spot the brilliant birds of India and click some stunning pictures of it.

Open hours & Entry fee: The wildlife park is open from 9 AM and the cost for a wild safari tour is INR 2200 per individual.

Glamping

Glamping!! Not sure what it is. Well, a glamorous way of camping at an exotic site is glamping. At Tree House Resort in Jaipur, experience the first-ever glamping in Rajasthan. With state of the art amenities, spring mattress and leather chairs, the site makes you feel luxurious. While at your next, try spotting the birds of nature at that height. Though it may seem a little heavy on the pocket, try experiencing this with your loved ones or partner.

Location: Opposite to Amity University, Jaipur-Delhi Highway, Jaipur

Cost: The cost of stay at Tree House, Jaipur is roughly between INR 14,500 – 20,000. Price mentioned here is tentative and is on double sharing basis only. The actual price may differ.

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Hot Air Balloon Ride

Take a look at the Pink City from the top. How excited are you? Get mesmerized in the beauty of Pink City as you can view the city from 3000 feet. The hot air balloon ride is one among the trending adventure sport throughout the world. And what is better than having it at our very own royal city. Enjoy the vibrant colours of the city and click sparkling pictures to up your Instagram or your social media game. The hot air balloon ride is usually done either during the sunrise or the sunset when the view and the weather get just perfect.

Location: Skywalts Haveli, Sharma Farm House, Kukas, Jaipur.

Timings – Though the balloon ride open for 24 hours a day, there are specific slots to go on the ride. Reach out to the operator for the slots and cost information. The hot air balloon ride is also a weather dependent activity, hence confirm it prior.

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