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.

Day 1: Depart from Delhi the previous night to arrive in Camp High 5 by 0900 hrs. Arrive in the camp followed by a camp briefing and do's and don'ts to be followed. Post breakfast, there would be camp games like BEACH VOLLEYBALL and CRICKET. Post lunch the group would be divided into teams for activities like TREKKING, ROCK CLIMBING and RAPPELLING. Return to the camp in the evening followed by bonfire and dinner by the riverside.

Day 2: Post breakfast, drive to Srinagar (12 kms) and from here RAFT down to the camp through Class I and II rapids (12 kms). There would also be BRIDGE SLITHERING, CLIFF JUMPING and BODY SURFING. Post lunch, drive to Camp Verdant Valley (3 hrs), to be at the camp by late evening. A short walk to beautiful riverside followed by bonfire and dinner in the night.

Day 3: After an early breakfast, set out for Chopta (2 hrs) and from here TREK Tungnath temple (3.5 kms/2-3 hrs), which is the Shiva shrine in the world. On reaching this ancient temple enjoy the breathtaking views of some of the snow clad Himalayan peaks. Have packed lunch here and continue further to the summit of Chandrashilla Peak (1 km). Spend some time here and late afternoon, head back to Chopta and from there drive back to the camp. Bonfire and dinner in the night.

Day 4: Early morning we set off on a BIRD WATCHING trip with an expert. We get to see a number of bird species in the forests that surround this camp. Return to the camp for breakfast, followed by departure for Camp High 5 (75 kms drive). Arrive in the camp for lunch followed by activities like KAYAKING and VALLEY CROSSING. In the night, bonfire and dinner by the riverside.

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 Haridwar. In case of coach transport from and back to Delhi we would be using AC coaches, there would be 27-seater AC coaches and smaller vehicles. The AC will not work in the hills. In case of Train+Coach transport, the train journey would be in Sleeper class and road journey would be in Non-AC 27-seater coaches or smaller vehicles.
• 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 include running water toilets.
• 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 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 able 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 Delhi and back
• 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

1. Below is a list of essentials you would require on the trips:
2. T-shirts/Shirts
3. Shorts
4. Comfortable fit Jeans/Track Pants
5. Jacket/Sweater
6. Floaters
7. Comfortable walking shoes/sneakers
8. Sunscreen Lotion
9. Cap/Hat
10. Flashlight
11. Sunglasses
12. Binoculars (for wildlife trips)
13. 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.