escape India - Jungles & Rivers
From the foothills of the Himalaya, through the tea plantations and hill stations of Kerala, to the tip of the Western Ghats in the south, much of India is covered in dense forests and tropical jungle. As well as supporting a wealth of wildlife, they provide fertile soils for spices, nuts, tea, coffee and tropical fruit cultivation..
Close by you are certain to find waterfalls and rivers which form a lifeline for many small villages and settlements along their course. The famous backwaters of Kerala provide the perfect opportunity to experience life along India's waterways while cruising on a luxury houseboat tour. The Ganges, and many other rivers are sacred to Hindus being central to their ceremonies from birth to death. You can experience these, first hand, at holy cities such as Rishikesh, Haridwar, and Varanasi.
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