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Chakrata and its surroundings, in the Dehradun district have many a vantage points having a magnificent view of the snow clad, greater Himalayan range. The entire area has a delightfully green forest cover on its hills comprising of deodar, Himalayan oak and rhododendron trees. This region lies above the Yamuna valley in the Garhwal Himalayas and is approached from either Dehradun or Mussoorie. Chakrata town was established as a British cantonment about 125 years ago. Adding to the attraction of the region are old forest guest houses set up by the British in remote locations, the enchanting 'tiger falls', ancient temples and high alpine meadows. This trip starts from GIO Camp Room on the Roof (Camp ROR). True to its name, the camp is set atop a series of step farms overlooking the Yamuna valley, 25 Km from Chakrata. Standing in splendid isolation at an altitude of 1900 m, the camp offers breathtaking views and holds special promise for genuine nature lovers. Far from the bustle of urban life, all you are likely to hear are sweet bird songs and the rush of mountain winds sweeping across the valley. From the camp you hike to an old British campsite at Chaurani. Fabulous views of the Himalayas and majestic deodar trees create a truly beautiful picture. From Chaurani hike to Deoban and camp for the night. On day 2 we bike to famous 'Tiger falls' and have a refreshing dip. After a refreshing dip in the water and a picnic lunch you head back to Camp ROR for the night. Next day participate in some great adventure activities like Bridge Slithering & River Crossing.
Chakrata and its surroundings, in the Dehradun district have many a vantage points having a magnificent view of the snow clad, greater Himalayan range. The entire area has a delightfully green forest cover on its hills comprising of deodar, Himalayan oak and rhododendron trees. This region lies above the Yamuna valley in the Garhwal Himalayas and is approached from either Dehradun or Mussoorie. Chakrata town was established as a British cantonment about 125 years ago. Adding to the attraction of the region are old forest guest houses set up by the British in remote locations, the enchanting 'tiger falls', ancient temples and high alpine meadows.
This trip starts from GIO Camp Room on the Roof (Camp ROR). True to its name, the camp is set atop a series of step farms overlooking the Yamuna valley, 25 Km from Chakrata. Standing in splendid isolation at an altitude of 1900 m, the camp offers breathtaking views and holds special promise for genuine nature lovers. Far from the bustle of urban life, all you are likely to hear are sweet bird songs and the rush of mountain winds sweeping across the valley. From the camp you hike to an old British campsite at Chaurani. Fabulous views of the Himalayas and majestic deodar trees create a truly beautiful picture. From Chaurani hike to Deoban and camp for the night. On day 2 we bike to famous 'Tiger falls' and have a refreshing dip. After a refreshing dip in the water and a picnic lunch you head back to Camp ROR for the night. Next day participate in some great adventure activities like Bridge Slithering & River Crossing.
DAY 1:
Arrive at camp room on the roof for breakfast & freshening up. Post breakfast hike from camp to chaurani, it's an uphill 4/5 kms hike and will take about 3/4 hrs. One gets a magnificent view of some of the famous Himalayan peaks like Bandarponch & Kalanag from here. This hike is through a landscape totally untouched by anything, its nature in its purest form. Have lunch at Chaurani. After lunch mountain bikes (Merida - 22 gear) will be handed out for familiarization & practice. Post briefing by our instructor the group will set out on the bikes and ride to Chakrata gate (19 km). From here you will load the bikes onto the truck and drive up for 17 km to reach Deoban. One can also walk a part of this 17 km drive. Deoban is surrounded by deodar forests all around and offers great views. It's an excellent site for camping. Also there's an old forest rest house here. You can either stay in the forest rest house or camp for the night. Bonfire and dinner under the star studded sky.
DAY 2:
After breakfast bike down to Chakrata from Deoban, a good 17 km downhill trail. You continue biking from Chakrata and go to the tiger falls (15 km). Take a dip in the refreshing water and enjoy lunch at the falls. Late afternoon drive back to camp ROR. Evening at leisure. Late evening enjoy a barbeque and bonfire along with the fabulous views of the Doon valley all lit up.
DAY 3:
After breakfast drive down to Yamuna bridge and here indulge in activities like bridge slithering & river crossing.
*(Prices Mentioned in Indian Rupees and on Per Person basis)
Cost Includes: * TRANSPORT FROM DEHDARUN - DEHRADUN * Accommodation - In a Guest House / Tents in Chaurani & Cottage Tents in Camp ROR tents on twin-sharing basis. * Food - Veg/Non-Veg meals. All meals beginning with breakfast on Day 1 to breakfast on the last day. Lunch is vegetarian and dinner would have one non-vegetarian dish. Tea/Coffee & snacks to be served whenever required. * Activities as mentioned in the itinerary. * Merida 21 geared Mountain bikes and pick up truck for sections that one might not want to bike. * Bonfire in the nights.Cost does not include: * Service Tax (@2.58%) on the whole bill. * Liquor, soft drinks, bottled water, beverages, etc. * Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, etc. * Any services / meals not mentioned above. * Insurance.
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