Archery is a traditional sport in Ladakh. It is a popular adventure activity for the Ladakhi people. For tourists visiting Ladakh, Archery is one of the most interesting adventure activities in Leh Ladakh that is enjoyed by people of all ages.

The National Archery Stadium in Ladakh is a perfect place to witness this interesting sport. This stadium has played a great role in preserving and promoting this ancient traditional sport. Every summer, there are several competitions and tournaments held in the stadium. 

Archery is called ‘Dartses’ by the local people and is practiced professionally as well as casually by the local people. As a tourist, the best time to witness Archery in its full cultural glory during the summer festivals of Skyanos and Gogsum Festival. 

Best places to witness Archery: National Archery Stadium and Ladakh Haat.

Apart from the Adventure sports which are promoted through competitions and tournaments, there are many adventure activities that regular tourists can enjoy with their friends and family. 

Following are some of the adventure activities that you might not find in the popular Leh-Ladakh sightseeing packages

● Quad Biking

● Trekking

● Camping

● Jeep Safari

● Camel Safari

Suggested Read: Amazing Sites in Leh Ladakh

Conclusion

With the increasing number of startups in the travel industry more and more adventure-related activities are being introduced every year. Many tour operators have dedicated themselves to promoting a single activity in various places around the country. On the other hand, travel agencies promote many different packages based on the interest of the tourists. 

Due to these developments, there are numerous adventure sports and adventure activities that tourists can enjoy. Ranging from professional tournaments to local cultural festivals, these adventure activities are now easily accessible to all tourists.

The most popular adventure sports in Ladakh got more popular because of the social media marketing and promotions of the tournaments. In the coming years, the tourism industry of India is expected to become more stable with more tourist activities getting introduced as travel packages.

This article is originally published in Etc-Expo