Top 5 Adventure Activities at Statue of Unity
Best Adventure Activities at Statue of Unity
The Statue of Unity is a prominent tourist attraction located in the Indian state of Gujarat. While it primarily serves as a World’s tallest Statue, monumental tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a key figure in India’s struggle for independence, there are several adventure and sports activities that visitors can enjoy in the surrounding area. Some of these activities include
1. River Rafting:
The Narmada River, which flows near the Statue of Unity, offers opportunities for river rafting. The adventure seekers can enjoy this amazingly thrilling adventure sport for the first time in Gujarat on the Narmada River. It is the largest flowing river in the country, with a 4.5km stretch. Adventurous visitors can enjoy the thrill of navigating the river’s rapids while taking in the scenic views of the surrounding landscape.
2. Khalwani & Zarvani Cycling Tour:
- Khalwani Cycle Tour: This cycling route is 14 km which starts from Valley of flowers and then ride through dam, Tent city area and Godbole door all of which makes this tour so peaceful that one can actually feel its beauty. It is completely a family friendly tour with small-frame cycles for kids, tandem cycles for couples, and regular cycles as well. This tour is of 3 hours duration and therefore, they offers snacks and refreshment to keep you energized.
- Zarwani Cycle Tour: Zarwani means a tour to the Jungle. If one want an absolute adventurous experience then cycling in this area is definitely worth a shot. This tour will be 22kms starting from Shrestha Bharat Bhavan with a duration of 3 hours 30 minutes and its tickets are available online as well as offline. Zarwani cycling lets you adore beautiful locations like the Dhirakhadi waterfall, which will help you feel more connected to nature. The water flowing through it offer a picturesque visual. Your exploration of all the noteworthy locations will be accompanied by the team’s knowledgeable and experienced guides’ insights into each location.
3. Helicopter Ride:
The tallest statue in the world has an observation deck and a ferry ride for travelers to admire the engineering marvel and the picturesque setting it is located in. Now there is another addition to the list of attractions that the Statue of Unity offers in the form of a helicopter ride. The Helicopter ride is undoubtedly one of the most exciting experiences that you can have while visiting the Statue of Unity. The helicopter tours provide a breathtaking view of the Statue of Unity, the Sardar Sarovar Dam, the Narmada River and the Satpura and Vindhya hills. The helicopter ride can accommodate five to seven persons and lasts 10 minutes. helicopter ride’s ticket is not available online. It means travelers have to buy tickets from the sites.
4.Sardar Sarovar Nauka Vihar:
Tourists coming to Ekta Nagar are also enjoying the pristine nature with this boat ride. Statue of Unity has started the provision of boating for its tourists in the waters of Narmada Dam which is absolutely amazing. The ride is a 45-minute journey on dyke-3 (Panchmuli Lake) and dyke-4 (Khalwani lake) to show the beautiful sights and views of pure nature. One of the distinguishing factors of this ride is that Panchmuli Lake is in the middle of the forest grove. You can spend a tranquil and relaxing time boating across the lake. Sardar Sarovar Nauka Vihar is definitely one of the activities at the Statue of Unity which you shouldn’t miss out on.
5.Jungle Safari:
The Jungle Safari at the Sardar Patel Zoological Park near the Statue of Unity is an exciting activity for wildlife enthusiasts. It spans 375 acres and is home of More than 186 species of animals from different biomes in Africa, Australia, Asia, and America. Travelers can spot The big majestic cats like the Asiatic Lion, Royal Bengal Tiger, and Leopard on the jungle safari. It is also a home to twelve species of deer, antelopes, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, bison, wildebeest, onyx, as well as other exotic animals including alpacas, llamas, a wallaby, and a baby hippo. The Jungle Safari is a must-visit attraction for visitors to the Statue of Unity complex who want to explore the natural beauty and wildlife of the surrounding area.
The Statue of Unity is not merely a towering tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel; it’s a vibrant hub of activities and experiences that cater to a diverse range of interests. Every moment spent here is a testament to unity, diversity, and the spirit of adventure. So, if you’re planning a visit to this iconic monument, be prepared to be amazed, enlightened, and entertained in equal measure.
