Chhattisgarh Adventures

Chhattisgarh's forests, waterfalls and caves, especially in the Bastar region, make it a good place for trekking, caving and nature trips.

Waterfalls

Chitrakote Falls on the Indravati river near Jagdalpur, often called the Niagara of India, is at its widest in the monsoon; boats take visitors close to the falls. Tirathgarh Falls drops in steps in the Kanger Valley.

Caves

Kanger Valley National Park has limestone caves such as Kotumsar, with stalactites, stalagmites and blind fish in its pools. The caves are closed in the monsoon.

Trekking and hills

Mainpat in Surguja, a cool plateau with Tibetan settlements and viewpoints, and the hills of Chirmiri and the Achanakmar forest offer walks and camping.

Water sports

Boating and water sports are offered at reservoirs such as Gangrel near Dhamtari.

Sources

• Chhattisgarh Tourism Board: Government of Chhattisgarh
• Chhattisgarh Forest Department: Government of Chhattisgarh
• Adventure Tour Operators Association of India: safety guidelines and registered operators