National Himalayan Winter Trekking Expedition-Manali: 2013-14

For the first time Youth Hostels Association of India is organizing the Himalayan Winter Trekking Expedition in Manali. This program has been designed to fulfill the demand of the YHAI members who want to participate in trekking during winter. So we decided to organize this program in very famous hill station  Manali  in Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh. Manali is most picturesque valley, is also known as the Queen of Hill station, located on the bank of river Beas river. Kullu valley is known as Valley of God. This expedition  will cover places of importance like Hadimba temple, Old Manali, Vasisth,etc. If you are lucky then you may experience the snow fall during your expedition.

DURATION OF THE PROGRAM

5 Days & 4 Night

START DATE

22 Dec, 2013

END DATE

5 Jan,2014

NUMBER OF BATCHES

15

SIZE OF A BATCH

20 Participants in each group

REPORTING DATES

Participants can report on any day between 22nd December 2013 to 5th January 2014.

PROGRAM FEE

Rs. 3000/- per person

FEE INCLUSIONS

Equipment, stay, simple nutritious vegetarian meal, guidance and insurance.

REPORTING PLACE

International Youth Hostel, Manali

Prini Village, Manali,

Himachal Pradesh

Contact Person: Mr. Anil Nag

Email: manali@yhaindia.org

Phone - 1902-250437, 09736052663

HOW TO REACH THE BASE CAMP   

By Bus

Manali is about 560 kms from Delhi, 280 kms from Shimla & 350 kms from Chandigarh. HRTC/Himachal Tourism operates Volvo buses for Manali.

By Train

Nearest railway station  are Ambala(310 kms) and Chandigarh(310 kms).

SCHEDULE

Day 1- Reporting at the base camp International Youth Hostel Manali before 15-00 PM. Orientation at 17-00 PM. 

Day 2- Acclimatization walk and trek  to Prini village and Shuru village. From  here one can visit Shuru temple. (6 to 7 hours). Total distance approximately 5  to 7km. Back to Youth Hostel Manali in the evening.

Day 3- Trek to Hadimba temple, Old Manali village and surrounding area of Manali. Back to Manali Youth Hostel in the evening.  (6 to 7 hours) Total distance approximately 9 to 10 KMs) 

Day 4– Trek to  Vashisth village which is known for it's natural hot sulphur  water.  ( 7to 8 hours) The total distance is approximately 11 to 12 km.

Day 5– After breakfast the group breaks. ( 9-00AM) 

HOW TO JOIN

Members desirous of joining this programme may apply on the prescribed registration form (Download) duly supported by a Medical Certificate (Download), along with a DD of requisite amount in favour of “ Youth Hostels Association of India” payable at New delhi.  Online booking is available through Schedule & Seats of the program. Members can also apply through our YHAI Units or State Branch in their respective area.

N.B: Without admit card and Medical fitness Certificate do not claim your registration as confirmed.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE

This expedition is open to YHAI members who are 18 years above and physically fit. This condition will be adhered to strictly. Under age will not be considered in any case.

ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES

Accommodation will be provided in International Youth Hostel Manali.

FOOD & WATER SUPPLIES

Simple, nutritious vegetarian meals will be provided.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BRING ALONG

Cotton Shirts, Slacks, Cotton Pants, Woolen sweaters or Jackets, Sun Cap, Shoes, Socks, Enameled or Steel Mug / tumbler, Plate, Spoon, Water purifying tablets, Pen knife knife, Needle, Thread, Spare buttons, Goggles, Cold Cream / Vaseline, Soap, Toilet Paper, Towel, medicines which you normally use at home, Camera.  

CANCELLATION RULES

In case you are unable to join this trip you will get 50 % of the programme fees as refund,  provided your request is received directly in the National Office at least 15 days in advance from the date of your joining.

Participants who have booked online should send their cancellation request on contact@yhaindia.org, at least 15 days in advance from the date of their reporting.

Any unforeseen event /  strike or natural calamity will not be considered as a cause of cancellation. Refund will be given after completion of the programs.

SAFETY & SECURITY

Extensive and painstaking preparations have gone into the planning of mountain biking routed for your safety. Our field staff and experienced camp leaders have been visiting the area to check all details. While every care has been taken to ensure safety, the Youth Hostels Association of India cannot be held responsible for any accident, illness and such other unforeseen eventualities.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

Certificates

Participants who successfully complete the trekking and abide by the discipline of the programme , will be awarded certificate.

Special Casual Leave

The Trekking Expedition organised by Youth Hostels Association of India have the approval of Ministry of personnel, public Grievances and pension, (Dept of Personnel and Training), Government of India. vide office order no.28016/89/Est(A). Dt. 25th October 1989 .Participants working in the Central Government organization can apply to the authorities concerned for availing special casual leave for the duration of the expedition. Their office can sanction up to 30 days of this leave in a calendar year.