DAYTRIPS
When you have enough of the buzzling city life do yourself a favor and go to one of these places outside Varanasi, all within 100 km distance. Nature lovers will for sure enjoy the unexpected greatness of the waterfalls. The more spiritual guests might opt for a daytrip to Sarnath. But be aware it can also be very crowded over there.
DEVDARI & RAJDARI WATERFALLS
Chandra Prabha Wildlife Sanctuary is a well known place, a two hours drive away from Varanasi (70km). Another ideal destiny for who wants to escape the bustling holy city for a day. The dense forest is not only a bird watcher’s paradise, it also houses a.o. leopards, sambar deers and chinkaras and wild boars. From there you can have breathtaking views over the charming Devdari fall and the Rajdari waterfall with an impressive 65-meter drop – an enormous scenic view. Don’t forget to stop by Ramnagar pokhra, a huge pond on the way. Of course we will be happy to arrange this day trip for you – inclusive a picnic on another breathtaking place.
WYNDHAM FALL
A nice daytrip when you want to avoid the intensity of Varanasi for a while: via Chunar – do visit Chunar Fort, made from the famous red Chunar sandstone in the 16th century, and stop at the roadshop selling pottery – you will ride through country side, finally reaching Wyndham Fall in Marzapur District. A place with a very non-touristic waterfall only visited by locals. And exactly that makes it worthwhile. Feel the vibe of local families and friends going out for a nice picknick together, singing, eating and dancing near the water. A nice area to make a walk too and enjoy the serene surroundings of nature. And yes, also the waterfall is lovely and of course more impressive during the monsoon. If you book through us, we will make sure you also will have your own picnic near the waterfall.
SARNATH
Many people visiting Varanasi also visit Sarnath, the place where Buddha did his first teaching after he attained enlightenment. This teaching (to his first five disciples) occurred circa 528 BC when Buddha was about 35 years old. So for Buddhists this is really a very important pilgrimage site, been nominated to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site too.
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Some of our handpicked tips on what to enjoy in Varanasi. Tips from locals, tips from experts, tips from people that simply love Varanasi. You can easily go out on your own but when you prefer to go out with a guide feel free to ask us. We’re happy to facilitate (for our guests). Especially when you don’t speak the local language or Hindi and are not used to the art of bargaining it can be very helpful to have someone with you.
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