It’s that time of the year again, when temperatures start soaring and all you want to do is spend your free time holed up in air-conditioned rooms. But why should summer stop you from doing interesting things, right? We’ve rounded up awesome activities that you could try out without putting yourself at the mercy of the sun.
GOLF
It has often been called a rich man’s pastime. Not surprising, if you consider that private golf courses here charge a fee that runs into lakhs, or the fact that the premier Delhi Golf Club has a waiting of almost 30 years! But Delhi does have a golf course that is more accessible and affordable for the general public — the Qutab Golf Course located in Lado Sarai. The beautiful greens charge a small fee for entry and also has trainers for those looking to learn, with fees starting from Rs 250.
Where: Lado Sarai
Cost: Rs 50 for entry, Rs 100 for gear rental
Timings: 6 am to 8 pm
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ROCK CLIMBING
Rock climbing got a new face when Delhi Rock opened their studio and gym in Greater Kailash. Equipped with a skilled and experienced training staff, they provide rock-climbing classes for both adults and youngsters. Besides rock climbing, they have other activities like Krav Maga and Aerial Silks (a form of aerial acrobatics) as well as several different types of yoga.
Where: GK II
Cost: Rs 3,000 onwards
Timings: 3:30pm to 9 pm
For more, click here
ICE SKATING
As summers continue to blaze, ice skating offers the chance to cool off whilst enjoying a fun physical activity. If you#39;re in Noida, you can check out the new Ski Park, but if you#39;re closer to Gurgaon, the iSkate rink in Ambience Mall lets city dwellers experience the popular sport. While there are various assistance gears available for kids, there are also trainers for adults who are new to ice skating. And after a tiring skating session, you can head to the adjoining bar for a drink.
Where: Gurgaon
Cost: Rs 480 for one hour
Timings: 10 am to 10 pm
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MYSTERY ROOMS
Who doesn’t love a good spy thriller? The thrill and excitement is enough to make you forget this drab summer. To get a real life taste of that adventure, head to Mystery Rooms in Rajouri Garden or Gurgaon. You#39;re put in a room with different themes and missions, where you then have to find and solve clues to escape. You can choose between a jail escape, a bomb diffusing mission or even a murder mystery at cabin woods. A minimum of two people and a maximum team of eight are allowed for every challenge.
PS: Ctrl.Shift.Esc in Hauz Khas Village also offers similar escape games.
When: Rajouri Garden and Gurgaon
Cost: Rs 500 to 1,000 per person (varies according to the day and the number of people)
Timings: 11 am to 11 pm
For more, click here
CAMPING
The neighbouring Aravalli Hills provide the perfect setting for camping and outdoor activities in Delhi. Camp Wild, located on the border of Gurgaon and Faridabad, offers scenic accommodations and a host of things to do such as rappelling, flying fox, hikes, archery and more. You can choose between the deluxe eco-lodges for a more relaxed and luxurious stay or safari tents for a camping experience. Perfect for a short getaway, the camp is set close to rural areas, giving people a chance to see what village life is really like.
Where: Faridabad
Cost: Rs 8,000 onwards (two day package inclusive of all meals and activities)
For more, click here
ADVENTURE STAYS
Surjivan Resort, 29 kms from Delhi, is ideal for a weekend trip that also doubles as an adventure outing. The resort offers traditional mud houses, equipped with all the modern facilities, and a whole range of activities such as parasailing, hot air balloon rides, rock climbing and a few others on request like village safari and camel rides.
Where: Delhi-Jaipur Highway, Gurgaon
Cost: Rs 6,500 onwards (two day package)
For more, click here
It’s that time of the year again, when temperatures start soaring and all you want to do is spend your free time holed up in air-conditioned rooms. But why should summer stop you from doing interesting things, right? We’ve rounded up awesome activities that you could try out without putting yourself at the mercy of the sun.
GOLF
It has often been called a rich man’s pastime. Not surprising, if you consider that private golf courses here charge a fee that runs into lakhs, or the fact that the premier Delhi Golf Club has a waiting of almost 30 years! But Delhi does have a golf course that is more accessible and affordable for the general public — the Qutab Golf Course located in Lado Sarai. The beautiful greens charge a small fee for entry and also has trainers for those looking to learn, with fees starting from Rs 250.
Where: Lado Sarai
Cost: Rs 50 for entry, Rs 100 for gear rental
Timings: 6 am to 8 pm
For more, click here
ROCK CLIMBING
Rock climbing got a new face when Delhi Rock opened their studio and gym in Greater Kailash. Equipped with a skilled and experienced training staff, they provide rock-climbing classes for both adults and youngsters. Besides rock climbing, they have other activities like Krav Maga and Aerial Silks (a form of aerial acrobatics) as well as several different types of yoga.
Where: GK II
Cost: Rs 3,000 onwards
Timings: 3:30pm to 9 pm
For more, click here
ICE SKATING
As summers continue to blaze, ice skating offers the chance to cool off whilst enjoying a fun physical activity. If you#39;re in Noida, you can check out the new Ski Park, but if you#39;re closer to Gurgaon, the iSkate rink in Ambience Mall lets city dwellers experience the popular sport. While there are various assistance gears available for kids, there are also trainers for adults who are new to ice skating. And after a tiring skating session, you can head to the adjoining bar for a drink.
Where: Gurgaon
Cost: Rs 480 for one hour
Timings: 10 am to 10 pm
For more, click here
MYSTERY ROOMS
Who doesn’t love a good spy thriller? The thrill and excitement is enough to make you forget this drab summer. To get a real life taste of that adventure, head to Mystery Rooms in Rajouri Garden or Gurgaon. You#39;re put in a room with different themes and missions, where you then have to find and solve clues to escape. You can choose between a jail escape, a bomb diffusing mission or even a murder mystery at cabin woods. A minimum of two people and a maximum team of eight are allowed for every challenge.
PS: Ctrl.Shift.Esc in Hauz Khas Village also offers similar escape games.
When: Rajouri Garden and Gurgaon
Cost: Rs 500 to 1,000 per person (varies according to the day and the number of people)
Timings: 11 am to 11 pm
For more, click here
CAMPING
The neighbouring Aravalli Hills provide the perfect setting for camping and outdoor activities in Delhi. Camp Wild, located on the border of Gurgaon and Faridabad, offers scenic accommodations and a host of things to do such as rappelling, flying fox, hikes, archery and more. You can choose between the deluxe eco-lodges for a more relaxed and luxurious stay or safari tents for a camping experience. Perfect for a short getaway, the camp is set close to rural areas, giving people a chance to see what village life is really like.
Where: Faridabad
Cost: Rs 8,000 onwards (two day package inclusive of all meals and activities)
For more, click here
ADVENTURE STAYS
Surjivan Resort, 29 kms from Delhi, is ideal for a weekend trip that also doubles as an adventure outing. The resort offers traditional mud houses, equipped with all the modern facilities, and a whole range of activities such as parasailing, hot air balloon rides, rock climbing and a few others on request like village safari and camel rides.
Where: Delhi-Jaipur Highway, Gurgaon
Cost: Rs 6,500 onwards (two day package)
For more, click here