7 Safest Places in India for Solo Travellers

1. 7 Safest Places to Visit in India for Solo Travellers India is a land of mystic river banks, old and marvellous temples, snow-capped mountains and places with high historical significance. Domestic travellers really have a lot to explore and look forward to when it comes to solo travelling. There is something for everyone one in India, starting from beaches to adventurous treks there are a lot more options. So, with these many options travellers have a lot more on their plate, but everything comes with its own set of pros and cons, and when it comes travelling- safety is one of the prime concerns. Planning of a trip starts with innumerable things to make sure of like the essentials, budget, location and safety. So, here in the blog we have thought to focus on one of the most essential aspect of travelling alone that is safety. We can help you with planning a travel list of safest Indian holiday destinations that could be on your list for the upcoming holidays. Mysore: Small, but beautiful and mesmerising Mysore speaks depth about the cultural rich state Karnataka. It lays testimony to the magnificent architecture with best and reasonable places to eat. This might take you a day or two to cover all the places that includes a magnificent palace, Zoological garden and much to explore. You will have to walk a lot, but it is definitely worth the effort. Karnataka is one of the safest states in the country for travellers. Moreover, the places have best homestays and hotels at cheaper prices to just crash in after a long day. Shimla: Yes, Ruskin Bond has already made a little corner in heart full of love for this place. The visual image of Shimla automatically pops up in our mind as soon as the mention. Shimla is always a safe place to visit due to the number of people present at any point of time. The populated hill station is known for its dreamy toy train ride, snow embraced peaks, beautiful walkaways with old world charm, makes it an ideal place for travelling alone. The popularity makes it populous which gives us no reason to worry with regards to safety concerns. Goa: Yes, a known one, but definitely a must visit one. Goa is a host to many international travellers that brings out the fact in open that it’s one of the safest places to visit not matter what time of year it is. Goa is just the right place for a liberated soul who chooses to explore a destination like a moody traveller instead of a conventional tourist. Starting from reasonable cruise packages in Goa to a comfortable homestays, it has a long list of options to pick from. Goa is also known for

2. well curated water sports packages that are one of the best things to do in Goa. Assam: It’s one of the places for nature lovers, offering one of the best views of best flora and fauna with its wide diversity. It has got a recognized national park like Kaziranga which is home to unique species like one horned Rhino and also you get to experience wildlife safari and much more adventurous activities. Assam is place with friendly locals and flavourful cuisines added to which you get lodging and transportation at affordable prices. Pondicherry: An ancient French colony home to spiritual reminiscence and tourists from all around the world, which explains why Pondicherry is one of the frequently travelled places in India. Being a crowded place all around the year you can feel safe at any hour of the day. No matter you are travelling with a group of friends or alone, you will find several local people guiding you for routes and transport options. As, it’s a small enclosed town, transportation is easy and hassle free. You can look out for attractions like paradise beach, French colony, Auroville ashram, churches and museum. Every place will give you an aura of old traditional French civilizations which calm and quite evenings surrounded with exemplary places to eat and relax. Sikkim: This north-eastern paradise is full of enchanting peaks and greenery all around. Sikkim truly fills the card for “Small and beautiful” serving as one of the best places to visit in India. Long the sense and execution and hype about the feminism culture, Sikkim had one of the places that have always showed gender equality in truest form. You will see women serving at restaurants, leading designer shops; to beautiful eateries woman will the head leading the business. Local people are enthusiastic, friendly and will tell you a tale or two about local Buddhist folklore. While heading to Sikkim get ready for surreal natural beauty, warm hospitality and definitely a lot more adventure. Termed as one of the safe and clean places you really won’t find anything to worry about. Zero Valley, Arunachal Pradesh: If you have plans for making a trip all the way to Bali, you can always have a backup plan and visit Zero valley in Arunachal Pradesh. As, crazy it may sound, you will realize why it’s comparable with that place. Lush green surroundings, swap terrace farming with ripe paddy fields all round you feel far resistance from the unkempt chaos of city life. Safety is not at all a concern because tourist hours are usually before 8 pm and you will find every place full of tourists or localities. So, these are few safe places for wanderers who want to explore new places at their own pace and comfort. Safety is certainly not an issue when you are planning a trip to the above mentioned places. Just pack your bags, make a bucket list for things to do and you are all set for a new adventure. Just ensure that you have already done the necessary research and done the bookings before leaving. So, don’t be in a dilemma and book your tickets to the nearest beach destination, because Indian definitely has a lot to offer than that. Wishing you a joyful trip and happy holidays! Author Nivas Prasana From Champions Yacht Club Goa , travel enthusiast, Blogger.