3-Day Adventure Itinerary for Bhopal

  1. Day 1: Upper Lake and Van Vihar National Park
    20 minutes (6.6 km) from Bhopal Railway Station

    Start your adventure in Bhopal with a visit to the Upper Lake, a picturesque artificial lake in the heart of the city. From there, head to the nearby Van Vihar National Park where you can spot a variety of animals in their natural habitat, including tigers, lions, and bears. You can also rent bicycles or take a guided tour around the park to explore its attractions. Don't miss feeding the herbivores and taking a boat ride in the lake inside the park.

  2. Day 2: Bhimbetka Caves and Sair Sapata
    1 hour (45 km) from Van Vihar National Park

    Explore the fascinating world of rock art at the Bhimbetka Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site that showcases some of the oldest prehistoric art in the world. After an educational morning, head to the Sair Sapata amusement park, where you can enjoy various adventure activities such as zip-lining, rock climbing, and water slides. A perfect way to spend an energetic day with family and friends.

  3. Day 3: Halali Dam and Bhojpur Temple
    1 hour 30 minutes (45 km) from Sair Sapata

    End your trip with a bang by visiting the Halali Dam and enjoying a day full of water sports such as boating, kayaking, and jet skiing. After that, head to the ancient Bhojpur Temple that dates back to the 11th century and boasts of the largest Shiva Lingam in the world. Here you can witness the majestic temple architecture, admire the intricate carvings and get a glimpse of ancient Indian culture.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Van Vihar National Park (3 hours, INR 60)
  • Bhimbetka Caves (2 hours, INR 40)
  • Sair Sapata Amusement Park (4 hours, INR 300)
  • Halali Dam Water Sports (4 hours, INR 200)
  • Bhojpur Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 600

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can also explore other nearby attractions in Bhopal such as the Taj-ul-Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and the Shaukat Mahal and Sadar Manzil, two magnificent buildings built by the Nawabs of Bhopal. If you have less time, you can skip the Halali Dam and spend more time at the Sair Sapata amusement park or Bhimbetka Caves.

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