Travelling solo is probably the most thrilling experiences, especially for the male travellers. They form one of the largest group of backpackers; the ones who pay no heed to the fixed schedules and just pomp and show. People often underestimate the experience of solo travelling in India, but in all honesty this would bring them closer to the inherent diversity and the rich culture of the country. So, for all the male travellers out there, we’ve selected a few destinations where you can travel on your own to rediscover yourself.
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1. Orchha State
Orchha is quickly turning out to be the next big hub for backpackers. The only destination on this list from central India, this town in Madhya Pradesh is replete with fantastical architecture from the 15th Century’s princely reins. With a population of less than 10,000, Orchha is perfect to just do your thing without much interference. No wonder it’s fast becoming one of the best places for solo trip in India.
2. Pushkar
Probably the hippie capital of the western part of our country, Pushkar needs to be visited to be believed. With many babas and sadhus along the ghats, you won’t have a dearth of whatever you are looking for in order to find a good time. Pushkar is home to the most prominent and most visited Brahma Temple in the world.
3. Varkala
If you’ve gotten tired of the beaches in Goa and Maharashtra, Varkala will provide you with the serenity that you are looking to experience. Situated in the state of Kerala, here you will find cliffs right adjacent to the Arabian Sea, which are quite a sight to behold. The hippie culture is all-encompassing here so whatever you do, nothing will be frowned upon. And that’s why, it’s favourite in this list of best places for solo trip in India.
4. Ziro
The northeast’s first entry on this list, Ziro is a valley in Arunachal Pradesh and a hub for economic activities as well as counter culture. This beautiful utopia is made famous by a brilliant yearly music festival called the Ziro Valley Carnival.
5. Nubra Valley
From the most peaceful to arguably the most stunning in the list: Nubra Valley is located in Leh; that’s probably enough to convince you to visit this place hydrated by the conjoining of two rivers – Siachen and Shayok. Things become exponentially more beautiful at increasing altitudes, and this one is situated at 10,000+ feet above sea level. One happy news is that since 2014, you no longer need an Inner Line Permit to visit this place if you’re an Indian.
6. Jibhi
Himachal continues to be incredibly beautiful, despite being one of the most visited places in India. There are several small towns and villages here that are yet unexplored in the state and Jibhi is one of them. Best accessed via a private vehicle from Aut or Bhuntar, Jibhi is a place that is straight out of your most beautiful dreams, complete with wooden huts by a vivacious river cutting through polished rocks. A hidden paradise!
7. Rann of Kutch
The famed all-white ground of at the Rann of Kutch is rendered by the salt marshes here. In fact, the term “Rann” literally means a salt marsh. Over the years the place has gained massive popularity for being a must-visit destination for serious solo bikers across the globe. The amazing ecosystem enables the balance of a desert on one side and sea on the other.
Have you been to any of these places for solo trip in India? Where are you heading to next? Let us know in the comments section below.