The outdoors has the potential to transform a person in many ways. By constantly throwing up new challenges, the outdoors provides an enriching experience. It encourages Initiative, rewards innovation and enhances self belief. From confidence building to personality development; from decision making to leadership skills; from learning to laugh at oneself to empathizing with others; it all happens here. And we haven’t said anything about the friends one makes!
Developed by the Experiential Learning Division at Great Indian Outdoors(GIO), Kshitij is a complete gamut of specialized activities for children. Set miles from the thronging crowds amidst breathtaking off-the-beaten-path locales, the GIO Camps are ideal bases for such programs. Here, nestled in the lap of nature in all her glory we introduce our participants to activity-based programs that give equal emphasis to fun and learning, Designed to stimulate and excite, each activity fires the children’s imagination as they face up to and overcome each challenge. In addition to programs at the experience is tangible, meaningful and capable of extending beyond the span of the program.
The programs are run under the watchful eye of highly trained instructors and facilitators, each an expert in his/her field with impeccable credentials. Our camps are manned by efficient staff capable of responding to the special needs of an outdoor program like Kshitij. At every stage, our team takes utmost care to ensure that the learning experience is very bit as safe as it is enjoyable.us peaks that are visible from here include the Bundar Poonch, Swargarohini, Srikanth and Black Peaks.
Day 1: Depart from Delhi the previous night to arrive in Camp Room-on-the-Roof by 0800 hrs. Arrive in the camp followed by a camp briefing and do's and don'ts to be followed. Post breakfast, drive to Yamuna Bridge (1 hr) and here the group would be divided into different teams for activities like RAFTING, BRIDGE SLITHERING and RIVER CROSSING. The rafting would be on the River Yamuna which is one of the most enjoyable rivers for this activity with its long and exciting rapids. We would have a PICNIC LUNCH on this day and the whole day would be spent by the riverside indulging in these activities. Return to the camp in the evening. In the night, bonfire and dinner.
Day 2: After an early breakfast drive to Pantwari, starting point for the trek to Nagtibba base. This trek is of approximately 6/7 kms and will take you about 4 to 5 hrs walking at a leisurely pace with halts in between. The trail is steep throughout and would require some amount of effort. For young children and someone not wanting to walk there is the option of riding a pony. You will stop en route for refreshments and lunch. Early evening you will arrive at the campsite. Post arrival set up a camp for the night. After a refreshing cup of tea/coffee you can explore the beautiful surroundings. Enjoy a sumptuous meal around a bonfire, under the star spangled sky and retire for the day. Overnight in tents.
Day 3: Wake up to the chirping of birds and enjoy a hot cuppa tea/coffee. After an early breakfast you will hike for about 2 kms to reach the Nagtibba top (3050 mts). From the top enjoy the majestic views of the snow clad mountain ranges of Garhwal and Himachal. You will get to see the famous Swargarohini, Bandarpoonch, Srikanth, Black peak and many more peaks from here. You will have picnic lunch here and spend the whole afternoon relaxing. After evening tea we will hike for about 2 kms to reach today’s campsite. In the evening collect dry wood and get a small bonfire going. Enjoy your freshly prepared dinner and crash into your sleeping bags. Overnight in tents.
Day 4: After breakfast pack up the camp and start walking down towards Teva Gaon. You will stop en route for lunch. Return trek will take us about 5 hrs. Today’s hike is of 10 kms but totally downhill. Views are totally in contrast with previous day. We will walk through thick jungles to reach scenically located Teva gaon. Here one can take a refreshing dip in the river flowing by. After reaching Teva, head for Mussoorie and spend some time in this picturesque hill station. From here drive back to Camp Room-on-the-Roof for overnight stay here.
Day 5: Post breakfast, depart from the camp. Lunch enroute. Arrive in Delhi by 2200 hrs.
COST INCLUDES
- Transport from and back to Delhi or Dehradun/Haridwar. In case of coach transport there would be 27-seater Non Ac coaches or smaller vehicles. The train Journey would be by sleeper Class.
- Accommodation in tents/rooms on quadruple sharing basis. All the units are comfortably furnished with cots, mattresses, sleeping bags/quilts, etc. and the tents are all-weather proof to handle normal adverse weather like rainfall. The sanitary facilities in the camp and lodges include running water toilets. During the trek, accommodation would be in trekking tents.
- All vegetarian meals beginning with breakfast on Day 1 to lunch on the last day. All meals are prepared keeping mind the profile of the participants and their dietary needs for an activity program such as this one. Therefore meals are prepared with less use of spices, oil, etc. and they are also provided with energy drinks and snacks to keep they hydrated throughout out the day.
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary. Activities like rafting are conducted only for children above the age of 10 years and if for any reason a student is not willing to do an activity, he/she would be encouraged to take part in the same but is never forced to do it.
- Professional Tour Escorts would lead the trip from and back to Delhi/Dehradun/Haridwar.
- Instructors and equipment for all the activities. All the activities are supervised and conducted by our expert instructors who are trained and professionally qualified to conduct the same.
- Bonfire in the nights
- All applicable taxes
COST DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Any meals/services not mentioned above
- Bottled water, soft drinks,etc.
- Any costs rising due to delays, road blocks, etc
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- All costs are for a minimum of 45 students
- Trip complimentary for 3 teachers accompanying the group (1 teacher for every 15 students)
- 50% of the trip cost needs to be paid in advance to confirm the trip. Remaining payment to be made 7 days before the start of the trip.
ESSENTIALS
- Below is a list of essentials you would require on the trips:
- T-shirts/Shirts
- Shorts
- Comfortable fit Jeans/Track Pants
- Jacket/Sweater
- Floaters
- Comfortable walking shoes/sneakers
- Sunscreen Lotion
- Cap/Hat
- Flashlight
- Sunglasses
- Binoculars (for wildlife trips)
- Medicines, if requiring any specific medication
Carry your stuff in a duffel bag/soft shoulder bag or a rucksack and avoid suitcases/strolleys.
DISCLAIMER
Great Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. takes utmost care to ensure the safety of its clients. However in the case of any unforeseen mishaps, Great Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. will not be liable for any injuries caused or for loss of life. All disputes rising due to the above are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi/Delhi only. All participants would be required to get an Indemnity Bond signed by their parents/guardians before the start of the trip without which they would not be allowed to take part in the activities/trip.
