H E A T Spectacular views of the Dhauladhar Himalayan peaks

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1 H E A T Spectacular views of the Dhauladhar Himalayan peaks TREK TO BALENI PASS (3765M) DISTRICT KANGRA, HIMACHAL PRADESH 1 st May 25 TH May DAILY GROUP DEPARTURES XVI HIMALAYAN ENVIRONMENT & ADVENTURE TREK Holiday Moods Adventures is top rated by National Geographic Adventure Magazine as one of the "BEST ADVENTURE TRAVEL COMPANIES on Earth with 100% client satisfaction. Incepted in 1997, we are a Himalayan specialist adventure & cultural travel outfitter promoting India and extensions to Nepal, Tibet & Bhutan. We are also the winner of the National Tourism Award for The Most Innovative Adventure Activity Tour Operator 1

2 ITINERARY FOR HEAT Days/ 8 Nights PRE TREK DAY 1 DELHI TO PATHANKOT (OVERNIGHT JOURNEY) DAY 2 ARRIVE PATHANKOT & DRIVE TO SALLI VILLAGE (BASE CAMP) (3HRS) Arrive Pathankot at and drive to Salli (80KMS/ 3 HRS). Arrive Salli Base Camp (1850M) by Lunch time. Check into camp site. Post lunch walk to Salli Village and River Khauli Dinner followed by bonfire and songs/ group entertainment District of Kangra Kangra district lies between to N latitude and to E longitude. It is situated on the southern escarpment of the Himalayas. The entire area of the district is traversed by the varying altitude of the Shivaliks, Dhauladhar and the Himalayas from north-west to south-east. The altitude varies from 500 metres above mean sea level (amsl) to around metres. It is encapsulated in the north by the districts of Chamba and Lahaul and Spiti, in the south by Hamirpur and Una, in the east by Mandi and in the west by Gurdaspur district of Punjab. It was the largest district of the composite Punjab in terms of area till it was transferred from Punjab to Himachal Pradesh on the 1st November, 1966 and had six tehsils namely Nurpur, Kangra, Palampur, Dehragopipur, Hamirpur and Una. Kullu was also a tehsil of Kangra district up to 1962 and Lahaul & Spiti which also formed a part of Kangra was carved out as a separate district in

3 Day 3 ACCLIMATIZATION DAY AROUND SALLI The view from the base camp is spectacular with snow capped peaks in the front and river Khauli flowing through ther valley. The back view is even spectacular with Pong and Maharana Ranjit Singh Reservoirs visible from end to end. We go for an acclimatization walk from breakfast to lunch today. Post lunch, we prepare our rucksacks for the trek and some adventure activities. SKETCH TREK MAP 3

4 Day 4 TREKS TO CAMP 1 AT CHANDRELA TEMPLE (2500M) 6KMS/ 4HRS Post breakfast, departure for trek to Camp I Arrive around lunch time Rasna/ Lemonade on arrival to be served Post lunch, welcome address by the camp leader and allotment of tents on sharing basis Adventure Activity - Tyrolean Traverse Soup time followed by dinner and campfire Overnight in tents (Group Sharing basis) Day 5 TREKS TO CAMP 2 AT CHAGROTU (3000M) 5KMS/ 3 HRS Post breakfast, departure for trek to Camp I Arrive around lunch time. Chagrotu camp offers one of the most spectacular views of the Dhauladher Himalayas range beyong the Baleni Pass. Rasna/ Lemonade on arrival to be served Post lunch, welcome address by the camp leader and allotment of tents on sharing basis Adventure Activity - Exploring the nearby high altitude area Soup time followed by dinner and campfire Overnight in tents (Group Sharing basis) 4

5 Day 6 CLIMB TO BALENI TOP (3765M) 2KMS Post breakfast, Height gain day to Baleni Top. Great spectacular views of the Dhauladhar snow mountains from the pass Return back to the camp around lunch time Evening at leisure Soup time followed by dinner and campfire Overnight in tents (Group Sharing basis) Day7 TREK TO CAMP 1 AT CHANDRELA TEMPLE Post breakfast, departure for trek to Camp I Arrive around lunch time Welcome address by the camp leader and allotment of tents on sharing basis Adventure Activity - Rappelling Soup time followed by dinner and campfire Overnight in tents (Group Sharing basis) Day 8 TREK DOWN TO THE BASE CAMP AT VILLAGE SALLI Post breakfast, departure for trek to Base Camp Arrive around lunch time Evening at leisure to visit the town Soup time followed by dinner and campfire Overnight in tents (Group Sharing basis) Day 9 DRIVE TO MCLEODGANJ FOR DAY VISIT & TRANSFER TO PATHANKOT FOR BOARDING ONWARD DESTINATION BUS ~ END OF THE PACKAGE ~ 5

6 NET PACKAGE PRICE PER PERSON: PACKAGE GROUP PRICE Ex - Delhi 9, 500/ % GOVERNMENT SERVICE TAXES PACKAGE INCLUDES Accommodation in tents on sharing basis AC Deluxe coach on sharing basis for Delhi - Pathankot - Delhi. Two transfers from and back to Pathankot in non a/c private taxis on sharing basis as per the itinerary. All meals as per itinerary Local Guides accompanying the group Services of Camp Leaders All pre established camp sites as per the itinerary Tents, sleeping bags, Appx 35 Ltrs Rucksacks, Carry mats Adventure activities as per the itinerary Camping & forest fees etc PERSONAL EQUIPMENT FOR THE TREK Please bring your personal clothing & good strong pair of walking boots. MEDICAL FACILITIES Facilities for proper medical aid are available at every campsite throughout the trek. However those on special medication or with known drug allergies should bring their own necessary medications. SAFETY Extensive and painstaking preparations have gone into the planning of trek routes keeping safety in mind. Our experienced camp leaders have been constantly visiting the area to check all the details. Stringent safety standards are adhered to strictly, and only quality equipment is used. 6

7 HISTORY OF EARLIER HEAT S & HIGHLIGHTS: 1. Successfully handled 15 National level HEAT (Himalayan Environment & Adventure Trek) to various trails in the past years: 1998: Trek to Sangla Valley (Kinnaur), Himachal Pradesh 1999: Trek to Chandratal (Kullu Valley), Himachal Pradesh 2000: Trek to Shibaling pass (Sangla, Kinnaur), Himachal Pradesh 2001: Trek to Khauli pass (Manikaran valley), Himachal Pradesh 2002: Trek to Roopkund trail (Chamoli, Garhwal),Uttarakhand 2003: Trek to Kuari pass (Chamoli, Garhwal), Uttarakhand 2004: Trek to Solang Glacier trek (Manali Valley), Himachal Pradesh 2005: Trek to Talang Pass Trail (Chamba Valley), Himachal Pradesh 2006: Trek to Mt Bandarpunch Trail,(Yamnotri Valley), Uttarakhand 2007: Trek to Saurkundi Lake, Manali, Himachal Pradesh 2008: Trek to Dayara Bugyals, Raithal, Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand 2009: Trek to Saru Tal, Pabbar Valley, Rohru, District Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 2010: Trek to Chanderkhani Pass, Kullu Valley, Himachal Pradesh 2011: Trek to Kareri Lake, Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh 2012: Trek to Pakhwa Top, Bageshwar, Uttarakhand MISSION STATEMENT Our priority is to satisfy every client, every time through outstanding and personalized services. We are dedicated to the customer experience and are constantly evaluating how we can improve upon this. RESPONSIBLE TOURISM Since the start, through his vision, the main objectives have been very strongly supported by: The principles of protecting the environment, flora, fauna, landscapes Respecting the local cultures, traditions, religions and heritage Benefiting the local communities both economically and socially Conserving natural resources from office to destinations Minimizing pollution from waste disposal and congestion We promote local leadership, provide excellent working conditions for our staff and porters on adventure trips and share a close relationship with them. In Uttarakhand, Ladakh, Sikkim and Himachal, we are very well known in so many tiny hamlets due to our regular visits with our clients. We recognize that tourism can be a real help to the local communities providing income, positive cultural exchanges and financial incentive to protect the natural environment. 7

8 We stress upon that your holiday is someone else s home and leave nothing but footprints. Your activities should contribute to the conservation, well being and everlasting pleasures for the future generation. CANCELLATION POLICY The package price will be deducted as per the following conditions strictly. No refund will be entertained without receiving a cancellation request effective from the date of receipt of letter. Notice of less than 30 days: Half fee refund Notice of less than 15 days: No refund. No refund will be given to people who are unable to complete the trek or abandon it due to any reasons. CERTIFICATE & SOUVENIR Every trekker will be given a souvenir and awarded with a certificate on successfully completing the trek. NOTES 1. HOLIDAY MOODS ADVENTURES reserves the right to increase the package price, change the number of days or trek route if the situation so desires due to unforeseen reasons. 2. HOLIDAY MOODS ADVENTURES reserves the right to reject any application. 3. The package excludes any kind of personal expenses such as STD calls, laundry, and personal sightseeing or any such expenses that may arise due to unforeseen events like roadblocks due to landslides etc. 4. All disputes subject to Delhi jurisdiction strictly. FOR BOOKINGS CONTACT: Rajendra Kandpal Mobile: holidaymoods.info@gmail.com 8