Paragliding – Fly In The Sky
Soar high into the infinite sky whilst enjoying panoramic views of the valley. Aerial views of the enchanting beauty of Mussoorie, Chakrata ,Tehri and Rishikesh are absolutely spellbinding and cannot be missed from the list of things to do in Dehradun in one day. You can enjoy paragliding on your way from Dehradun to Mussoorie.
Be the daredevil and explore the customer friendly packages offered here. One can be fearless as Paragliding here is a two seat ride, where your pilot is properly trained and qualified. The flight lasts for approximately an hour and the bookings can be made in advance. So, just book your tickets and get ready for a breathtaking experience.
Best time to do this activity: June to December
Nag Tibba – Go Trekking
Located at the bottom of the Shivalik hills, Dehradun is a hub for the thrill seekers. Amidst the lush green hills Dehradun is the base camp for innumerous hiking trails namely Chhaskhet, Bhadraj Hill and Nag Tibba. So challenge yourself, pull up a backpack and some trekking shoes, for one of the most adrenaline pumping things to do in this city. Excited?
Trekking and Camping have always been amongst those activities that help you revitalise. Situated at the base of the Shivalik Crests, Dehradun is a hub for all the adventurers. Being at an elevation of 640 M above the sea level, amidst the lush green hills; Dehradun is a base camp for numerous trekking trails.
These trekking trails will take you up to a height of 1800-2000 M. Trek to Chhaskhet, Bhadraj Hill, Nag Tibba are some of the challenging and popular trekking routes in Dehradun. So zip your pull over, tie your shoelaces and embark on this expedition.
Best Time For Trekking: June to December.
Fun N Food Kingdom: A Splash Of Water
Located in the outskirts of Dehradun, Fun N Food Kingdom is an amusement park that you just can’t miss out during your visit to Dehradun. With a perfect blend of amusement rides with water park, this place is ideal for a fun-packed day. So, if ever you find yourself perplexed about what to do in Dehradun, just head on to Fun N Food Kingdom to celebrate. This place is open all days from 10 am to 6 pm.
Location: Village Kohlupani, Nanda Ki Chawki, Near, Prem Nagar, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Distance From City Center: 11 kilometres
Entry Fees: Rs 650/- pp
Camping: Under The Blanket Of Stars
One of the most famous things in Dehradun is camping at George Everest Park. There is no replacing the experience of witnessing a sky full of stars and at front a valley beaming at night along with a bonfire. Pair it up with tea, snacks, and a few good friends to further add up to the existing experience.
Location: George Everest Park, Mussoorie
Distance From City Center: 35 km
Entry Fees: Free Entry
Boating at asan barrage
Asan Barrage is one of the best places to go for boating at Dehradun. Because of the water reserve that comes on the way, this place is flocked by many migratory birds (the best place for bird watching, we tell you!). You can go in a group of 10 people and boat across the lake using engine run boats. Don't worry, there are life jackets that you can wear while boating across the calm water.Asan Barrage serves as a winter passage halt for trans-Himalayan migratory birds. These birds are spotted here on their way to southern India (October-November) and again on their way back (late February-March). By the end of October the Asan Barrage witnesses the arrival of migrants from Pale arctic region. As many as 53 species of water birds visit the wetland which is also frequented by almost 19 European and Asian migratory birds. Birds like Shoveller, Mallard, Red Chested Poacher, Ruddy Shelduck, Wagtails, Coot, Pochards, Pintail, Wigeon, Gadwalls, Tufted Duck, and Teals etc. are some of the common visitors. May to September offers opportunity to see local migratory birds like Painted Stork, Open Billed Stork, Night Heron.
