Top 10 Best Indian Destinations to Visit in October

The month of October brings clearer skies and moderate weather all over the country. There are numerous places to spend a perfect holiday in this season. Most national parks usually start to open for wildlife fans. Nature and adventure lovers can visit pristine hill stations and enjoy river rafting and trekking with pleasant weather. Here are the best places to go for an adventure tour in the month of October.

10. Namdapha National Park, Arunachal Pradesh

Namdapha National Park, Arunachal Pradesh

An ecological hotspot with numbers of plants and species, Namdapha National park is located in Changlang district in the state of Arunachal Pradesh. It is the only national park in the country that has the predators like Tiger, Leopard, Snow Leopard and Clouded Leopard. Apart from that, there are Assamese macaque, pig-tailed macaque and the hoolock gibbon, Hornbills, jungle fowl, pheasants and other colorful bird species. Experience the true wilderness with the tour package cost of ₹6000/- per head.

9. Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Visit The Rajasthan International Folk Festival in October, in Royal city Jodhpur. It is an annual music and art festival, held at Mehrangarh Fort, the biggest fort in Jodhpur. It is a five days program occurs in the last week of October. The festival is celebrated by lots of outstanding performances from local as well as international artists. Enjoy the highly sensational performances at the package cost of ₹12000/- per head.

8. Rajgir, Bihar

Rajgir, Bihar

A scenic place located in valley, 15 kms from Nalanda, in the state of Bihar. It is surrounded by lush green hills and forests. It has most important pilgrimage for Buddhist as well as Jain Temples. It is a kind of health resort, as it has warm water ponds. The ropeway is the prime attraction, which gives an uphill view of the Shanti Stupa and monasteries on the top of the Ratnagiri Hills. Tour package cost is starting from ₹9500/-

7. Somnath Temple, Gujarat

Somnath Temple, Gujarat

Somnath temple is situated in the western coast of Gujarat. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The beautiful golden temple is considered to be an important pilgrimage. Panch Pandav Gufa, Bhalka Tirtha, Suraj Mandir, Kamnath Mahadev Temple, Gita Mandir, Lakshminarayan Temple, Triveni Ghat are its nearby places to be explored. Visit this holy place at the price range of ₹7000/- per package.

6. Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh

A paradise for the wild species, Kanha National Park, is situated in the state of Madhya Pradesh. Also known as Tiger Reserve is abound in meadows. It offers authentic safari experience with langurs, gaur, wild boars, barasingha and many more. October is the best time to visit the park with the cool temperature after monsoon season. Best tour package price starts from ₹11500/- per couple.

5. Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Generally opens for visitors from 15th October, weather wise, October is the best time to visit Bandhavgarh National Park, which is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh. It has a highest density of Royal Bengal Tigers. It offers open jeep safari, elephant safari and trekking as well for adventure freak visitors. Go for a trip to this adventure destination at the tour package price of ₹8500/-

4. Lachen, Sikkim

Lachen, Sikkim

Lachen is the town located in North Sikkim.  It is covered with beautiful valleys with pine and snow, which gives the scenic view of nature. Its prime attractions are Chowpta Valley, Lachen monastery, Gurdongmar Lake, Thangu Valley. Preferable weather to visit this amazing place is October to june, the beginning of the winter season with moderate temperature. Best price of Lachen tour package is ₹9000/- onwards.

3. Nagarjunakonda, Andhra Pradesh

Nagarjunakonda, Andhra Pradesh

The holy place for Buddhists and now a pilgrimage, Nagarjunakonda, is situated near Hyderabad. The place is an important Buddhist learning centre, with rich flora & fauna and archeological paradise. The main attractions of this place are Ethipothala Waterfalls, stupas, Nagarjuna Konda Museum, Caves and Nagarjuna Sagar Dam. It looks like a beautiful island, offers tourists an eminent spot to visit. Best time to visit in October with the tour package cost of ₹6500/- onwards.

2. Rishikesh

Rishikesh

Rishikesh is the most stunning adventure spot in India. October is a perfect weather for adventure sports like bungee jumping, camping, beach games, flying fox, swing activities and river rafting in Rishikesh. It has an amazing view of beautiful beach in The Ganga River and hills. Weekend tour packages are starting from ₹3500/- per head.

1. Nainital, Uttarakhand

Nainital, Uttarakhand

The most charming hill station of the country, Nainital is situated in the state of Uttarakhand. It is surrounded by verdant mountains and temples. It offers pristine lakes and majestic peaks which make it awe-inspiring place. There are lots of activities such as boating, trekking, horse-riding to enjoy. October is a perfect time with refreshing weather. Best tour package price range starts from ₹9500/-