Friendships Day Special – Travel Bucket List To Do With Your Friends

Friends, what would anyone do without them? They are a constant part of your world and turn into family over time. Friends become your motivation, guide, personal punching bag, and the locker to your secrets. They are a source of joy, a sharer of hope, a cheerleader, a partner in crime, someone who accepts everything about you and loves you as you are. No one else can replace them. Cherishing all of this is the true essence of Friendships Day.

On every note of your life, the impressions they leave turn you stronger and give you the power to feel that you will always have someone. They automatically take up the role of whoever you need and do everything possible to help you get what you want. We think the whole point of Friendships Day is not just to wish one another but also to celebrate it with them.

So, to make it one of the most bang on fun-filled times, we are giving you the ultimate travel bucket list to do with your friends this Friendship Day 2022. To make things even better, the season is blessed with innumerable long weekends. Take your pick and plan a trip with your buddies.

Let’s begin with…

Places to visit with friends on Friendships Day

Traveling with friends can be so exhilarating but equally tiring depending on the kind of people they are. But, whatever happiness, pranks, fights, and tantrums you share, a trip with them leaves amazing memories that last a lifetime. We picked some destinations that would be a perfect getaway for Friendship day 2022.

1. Manali

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Manali is situated in the Kullu Valley, which is also known as the ‘Valley of the Gods’. This beautiful place in Himachal has some of the most stunning views, hiking trails, adventure activities, and amazing culture that one just shouldn’t miss. It makes for a great getaway with friends.

Things to see and do:

• Visit Rohtang Pass
• Go Mountain Biking 
• Ride ATVs on the rocky beds of the River Beas
• Spend some time at the picturesque Solang Valley
• Hot! Hot! Hot! Visit the hot springs at Vasisht 
• Grab some delicious baked goodies from the German bakeries
• Go Zorbing for a fun roll down the hills
• It’s home to some fantastic trails that trekkers can enjoy
• Hike up to Brighu Lake
• Enjoy the Jogini Waterfall

Where to stay:

Take a pick from these beautiful Treebo stays in Manali for a great vacation.

While you are there, you can plan to visit these intriguing places in Manali at night.

2. Lonavala

Lonavala is one of the most sought after places for a getaway during any time of the year. The spot sits in the middle of the magnificent Sahyadri Ranges of the western ghats. Green scenes, rolling valleys, mysterious caves, singing streams, and waterfalls are just some of the things you will get to experience here. The location is also what you and your friends need for an unforgettable adventure.

Things to see and do:

• Visit the Lohagad Fort
• Explore Karla and Bhaja Caves
• Tiger’s leap
• Bhushi Dam
• Visapur Fort
• Korigad Fort
• Amby Valley
• Hop from one viewpoint to another. We assure you they are all unique and picturesque.
• Sunrise and sunset points are a must to fill your traveler’s soul with awe.
• Experience the hot air balloon ride and get to see some spectacular views.

Where to stay:

These fabulous hotels in Lonavala are all you need to make to make your trip even better.

There can be no other place better to celebrate Friendships Day.

3. Pangong Lake

Pangong Lake, located in Ladakh is known to be the world’s highest saltwater lake. Its name is derived from the Tibetan word ‘Pangong Tso’ meaning ‘ High grassland lake’. A stunning place secluded in the middle of the Himalayan ranges makes you feel like you have walked into a different world. The pristine lake reflects the stunning sky and its surroundings, sometimes even turning its colour from blue to green.

A few hours seated on the shores sharing memories with your buddies and capturing some fun photos will make your Friendships Day celebration totally awesome.

4. Spiti Valley

Spiti valley in the Himachal region is filled with beautiful vastness spotted with monasteries and hints of the locals and a few animals. The winding roads and sceneries lure travelers, making it a biker’s spot. One needs to take a road trip to experience the true beauty of this place. The valleys seem endless and timeless and yet treat you to marvellous views, reminding you of the miracle of nature. It offers various terrains to explore.

Things to see and do:

• Visit the Pin Valley National Park
• Go white water rafting
• Kee Gompa or Key Monastery
• Chandratal Lake
• Drive through Kunzum Pass
• Chicham Bridge

Things to do with friends on Friendships day

We all have bucket lists planned to do with our friends coz no one else can share that experience with us. Be it solo trips, family vacations or couple getaways, it can’t be compared to the kind of a fun one has with their buddies. We have listed some activities which you need to add to your bucket list that will bring in the wow factor to your Friendships Day celebration.

1. Beach party in Goa

Every friends gang needs to have a beach party in Goa at some point in their life. It’s like a passage to appreciating friendship on a whole new level. It’s one of those must-to-do things that can only be fully appreciated when experienced with your buds. Goa always leaves you with so many memories to cherish and definitely a few photos and videos of the gang that is usually well used to pull their legs for the rest of your lives.

Walk the lengths of the beach, play beach ball, chill with your favourite food and drinks on the shores, jump into the natural beach wave pools or just sit and enjoy each other’s company.

Where to stay:

When in Goa, we got some amazing hotels to host you.

Here are some other fun places to visit in Goa.

2. Mumbai to Goa road trip

Road trips are one of those things you should do with your besties. The constant fun of being together, singing the tunes you all love, nagging one another, and enjoying everything in between. Mumbai to Goa is an intriguing experience every traveler should have. The roads, the views, and the charm of everything around you are just wonderful.

Things to see on the way:

• The stunning valleys of Lonavala
• Explore the historical and natural wonders of Satara
• Visit the majestic Forts near Panvel and Belgaum

3. Camping in Mussoorie

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There is nothing like sitting under the clear skies in lush forests on the hilltops watching the stars as the fire crackles warming you with the thrill of adventure. Doing it with friends makes it even so better. Play some games, sing, dance around the bonfire, share scary stories, and enjoy nature at its best. Mussoorie is one such alluring place in Uttarakhand that offers camping spots for you to experience the wild side. Get your gang on board this Friendships Day and plan a getaway to the mountains.

4. Ziro Festival of Music 

In the great northeastern region of India, lies the mystical place of Arunachal Pradesh. Ziro valley nestled amidst the raw charm of nature is an enchanting destination to visit. It’s renowned for its music festival called the Ziro Festival of Music which resonates through the valleys.

The beguiling event attracts tourists from across the world. For people who love to break loose from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, just enjoy great music, and be one with nature, this is the place to be. It makes for a great vacation with friends for a Friendships Day celebration.

Friends are forever your constants and one needs to appreciate them very often. We suggest you plan a vacay with your gang to spend some quality time. There is nothing like a thrilling road trip, especially if it’s with your besties. We have given you the ultimate list of travel things to do with them.

With Friendships Day just around the corner and so many long weekends lined up in August, this is the perfect time to plan a vacation with your buddies.