5 Places In North India To Enjoy Camping

* Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Situated in the lap of the Great Himalayas, Rishikesh is a major pilgrim destination for Hindus. It is one of the most sought after camping destinations in India and a popular Indian pilgrimage destination. One can go for rafting and can try hands at other adventure sports. It too attracts people from all over the world.

* Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh

Nestled in the Keylong district of Himachal Pradesh, Spiti Valley is one of the desired camping sites for adventure enthusiasts and trekkers. It is an ideal place for camping in summers, to get respite from the hot sun. May and June are the perfect months to enjoy the natural setting of the valley.

* Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

The natural setting of Jaisalmer makes it a perfect paradise for campers. Fondly known as the ‘Golden City of India’, Jaisalmer is indeed a trekker’s paradise. The famous Sam Sand Dunes offer some of the amazing camping sites in India. The son touched gleaming sands create a silhouette against the sand dunes. However, if you want to indulge yourself, The Serai will provide you a wonderful experience. It houses 21 large canvas tents built on a base of Jaisalmer stone, set away from it all on 30 acres of desert scrub.

* Chandertal Lake, Himachal Pradesh

Located at a high altitude in Lahaul and Spiti Valley, Chandertal Lake is situated about 4,300 meters above sea level. The beauty of the Chandertal Lake has attracted tourists from all over the world. The lake is popularly known as ‘Lake of Moon’. It is an ideal camping sight and a weekend in the place will surely mystify your senses.

* Manali Solang Valley, Himachal Pradesh

One of the best camping sites in India, Manali Solang Valley is an ideal place for trekking due to the rough terrain and therefore adventure enthusiasts can find a lot to explore in the valley. There are beautiful plantations and fields in the valley and therefore sheltered camps in the open area are a good place to stay.