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Contents
About Us ...................................................................................................................................................... 3
Educational Excursion .................................................................................................................................. 4
About Uttarakhand ...................................................................................................................................... 6
Share our Green Awareness ...................................................................................................................... 12
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About Us Make the World Your Classroom
We are proud to introduce Walk to Himalayas (WTH) Student Explorations -‐ hands-‐on experiences that bring students to some of the most spectacular places in India. Let your students indulge in exciting adventures and life-‐enriching activities as they are a great way to explore life. Walk to Himalayas will plan trips for your students that are a perfect blend of safe adventure and fun educational activities. Learn about the flora and fauna, find about the culture and festivals or just savor on some the rare native cuisine.
Walk to Himalayas is a Mumbai based professional, full-‐service travel company that arranges educational tour experiences. We work with school groups, colleges and universities and special interest groups to develop theme trips integrating classroom curricula. All our school trips are carefully tailor made to meet your academic and budgetary requirements and to satisfy your adventurous spirit.
We believe in adventure. We know that outdoor learning and adventure when planned and integrated into the curriculum is a powerful vehicle for the development of children. The benefits of adventure are far reaching and long-‐lasting, ranging from immediate improvements in social skills to better longer term understanding of curriculum subjects.
Our educational travel programs are designed with a focus on the development of all students in a fun and interactive environment. Our educational trips are designed to take students out of their comfort zone and give them an opportunity to learn in a new environment with different activities, cultures and communities.
A variety of tasks and challenges will help keep both body and mind active, whilst increasing the students’ self-‐esteem and enhancing their ability to work independently and as part of a team. Whatever the focus of your educational trip, our experienced team will work with you every step of the way to ensure that your school travel program is both enjoyable and rewarding.
With more than eight years of exploration behind us, we have developed a vast network of experts and contacts across India. We tap into these resources when crafting our itineraries to create unique and exciting opportunities for students. Our itineraries allow us the flexibility to take advantage of spontaneous events while still providing full and structured days.
Walk to Himalayas Experts. On each trip, a team of trekkers and explorers will accompany the group. Our experts are leaders in their field who will enrich the trip with their stories and their insight. They are energetic, creative, responsible, knowledgeable, and fun. They know the destination well and seek to share their love of travel with your students.
Our Sustainable Travel Philosophy. As an organization that seeks to inspire others to care about the planet. WTH is committed to sustaining the character and integrity of each place we visit -‐ its environment, culture, heritage, and the well-‐being of its residents. In providing authentic travel experiences for students, we strive to protect the sites we visit, support local economies in our choice of accommodations and services and increase students' understanding and appreciation of people of varied customs and traditions through meaningful cultural exchange.
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Educational Excursion Education is fun? We say fun is education!
There's a lot to learn beyond the four walls of schools. So go ahead, soak up and revel in the fun atmosphere. How about your school group photo against a gorgeous panorama of Himalayan ranges or a placid lake or dense mysterious jungle?
Using the outdoors as a learning tool has huge academic benefits in creating scenarios that students may never have been presented with or experienced before. Working with schools and colleges we have developed educational excursions across a number of areas where we incorporate outdoor adventure activities to achieve specific learning outcomes for young people.
Core & Wider Key Skills. We have study program to drive students to develop their key skills. Whether the aim is problem solving, working with others or focusing on their own personal development and communication, students will be faced with challenges that will encourage them to use, develop and review personal skills, often well outside their comfort zones. Their specified tasks can be assessed, which then contribute to the student’s qualification. Team Building & Personal Development. A commonly used term, but we realize that the ability to work in a team is fundamental to a young person’s development and is a skill which plays a crucial role in their careers. Whether it is linked with key skills, targeting specific issues within a group, developing individuals within a team, or simply bringing a group of people closer together, we can make student travel trips fit the end goal. With a whole range of tasks at our disposal we can adapt these tours to any age group, ability, course or subject.
Expeditions. Using the outdoors and the elements with which we have little control over presents a challenge in itself and students are certainly put to the test in planning, preparing and carrying out their own outdoor expedition. Our team of experts will be on hand to guide the students throughout but we expect our expedition trips to be led by the group, creating a great tool for team building and developing young people as individuals.
Survival & Camp Craft. As part of a specific multi-‐day program or a brief session, we can take students back to basics to not only learn survival skills but also learn independence, adapting to the basic instinct to survive, whilst experiencing and appreciating the importance and value of the tools provided within the surrounding natural environment.
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Give your students the experience of a lifetime on a WTH educational tour. Travel, explore, learn and delve deeper into your magnificent surroundings.
People and Cultures. Delve deeper into the unique customs of the local culture. Evaluate the impact of modern life on timeless traditions, interview a village elder and pen a story about his younger years. Venture into the workshops of local artisans to learn about traditional crafts. Hum together a local folk song. Glimpse age-‐old traditions on display at a local festival and document them in words and photographs.
Photography. Dig deeper into fascinating landscape and culture to develop your own story through writing, photography, or hands-‐on research.
Bond Together. Travelling with their peers naturally breeds a sense of common purpose and teamwork. The students develop strong bonds through the Trekking Expedition. Plus, seeing a place through the eyes of their peer brings a whole new dimension to their experience.
Experiential Truth. Our students always come back from this trip emotionally stronger because they have had the opportunity to challenge themselves physically and emotionally. The act of being away from home and trying new things is rewarding and life-‐altering.
Learn as you walk. Exchange of knowledge and views on Flora & Fauna of the area. We could incorporate separate lectures on birds, fauna and entomology covering moths and butterflies. We shall avail an opportunity on identifying some medicinal herbs too.
See the history come alive. There is no better way to learn about the past of a place than to go there and experience the sights and sounds first hand. Bring your history and classics lessons to life.
Each of these highly structured programs is designed to empower and inspire young teens; deepening interests they already have and helping them discover new passions along the way. On all of our trips, students immerse themselves in the local culture, dig deeper into the places they visit through hands-‐on projects or activities, and gain valuable insights while exploring with Walk to Himalayas experts.
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About Uttarakhand
India – One Country, Many worlds. An abode of contrasts, conundrums, mystery and wonder. In ideas and stature. In tourism appeal and pure beauty. In historical and cultural resonance. And, certainly, in the scope of its attractions. Vast dimensions, geographic and cultural diversity defines this sprawling country -‐ India as a veritable United Nations unto itself. It is arguably one of the world's emerging "next places to go."
In this country's puzzle board of 26 states, one state that has emerged as a compelling destination for travelers all over the globe is, Uttarakhand.
Unbelievable, Untouched, Unspoiled…that’s Ultimate Uttarakhand. Vast, vivid and wonderful, Uttarakhand is a world of grandeur, finery and exquisite pleasures; a world inspired by ancient myths; a world created for romance, relaxation and rejuvenation in one majestic setting.
What makes Uttarakhand a holidayer’s delight are the sketches of Kumaon and Garhwal. Enchanting, captivating in their own ways. Mesmerizing, spellbinding to the last kilometer. Unspoiled, untouched and unbelievable. If Kumaon is a green table spread, Garhwal is a challenger’s delight. If Kumaon plays host to clear lakes, chirpy forests, floral rainbows, Garhwal flaunts its snow-‐clad peaks, quaint retreats and infinite mountain rivers.
If variety is life then Uttarakhand is life-‐ be it, dresses, languages, artifacts, dance and music, landscape or cuisine. All desires can be fulfilled under its canopy. The fairytale snow clad mountains, the shy romantic Pine and Deodar trees that find the melodious river frolicking its way down from the Himalayas into the lap of lush fields, mischievous…all form undoubtedly India’s most beautiful canvas.
It’s our goal to place before you the remarkable scenes of this Celestial paradise, Uttarakhand where nature leaves you spellbound, flaunting her beauty with absolute grace and mystery. We welcome you to experience and to enjoy to the full the wonderful natural diversity Uttarakhand has to offer. There is something for everyone to do, whether it is angling, hiking, trekking, camping, overnight wilderness trailing, mountain biking, or simply resting and relaxing and watching the cares of the modern world slip away. So come along in this journey beyond the ordinary and discover UTTARAKHAND as others can only begin to imagine.
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Travel Itinerary Day 1(11th May ) – Kosi Valley Retreat The students would arrive at Kosi Valley Retreat at 9:30 a.m in the morning after a overnite journey from Delhi. On arrival the children would freshen up and have their breakfast and take rest. Today the activities would be done post lunch and would start around 3:00 p.m . In the evening appease your adventure streak by indulging in adventure activities in the resort. Burma Bridge and Spider Web captures the hearts of adrenaline junkies. Burma Bridge. Stretching across an overwhelming gorge, do a suspended walk in fabulous surroundings. Wobble on one side, feel fearless at a height, walk safely on air. Do the great balancing act. After this you have earned great stories to tell and brag about. Spider Web. Climb through a gargantuan, 30-‐foot-‐tall spider web and glide back down.
At the end of the day, you settle into camp, admire the view by the bonfire, and realize you're hungry. Enjoy the sumptuous organic home food cuisine for dinner.
Day 2 (12th May)-‐ Kausani Your journey from here heads to Kausani, set at an altitude of over 6075 ft (1890 mt) above sea level. Kausani is surrounded by snowcapped mountains and imagination-‐stirring scenic beauty, which has earned it the moniker the 'Switzerland of India'. Kausani offers a quite a vantage view of Himalayas mountain range – Nanda Devi and Trishul. At 7817 meters, Nanda Devi is the second highest peak in India. ° Apart from the spectacular views of the hills, the place is famous for Anashakti Ashram. Mahatma
Gandhi spent some days at this ashram. The ashram is now converted into a research centre and a library. There is a memorial of ‘Sarlaben’ original name Katherine Heileman, who spent her life at this place as a social worker. The sunrise and sunset rays soaking Trishul peak in golden yellow and other distant peaks in bright orange makes the vista simply exhilarating.
° Kausani is also a treasure trove of picturesque tea gardens, a real feast to the eye. This estate is placed 1200 to 1800 mts above sea level. This tea yield is unique as it is produced in foggy and chill weather and at such a high altitude. Get to know the journey live of a tea leaf to a steamy cup of chai.
° Lying in the Katyuri valley, 19 kms away from Kausani and 26 kms from Bageshwar, is the small but ancient town of Baijnath. In Kumaun socio cultural region, Baijnath is one among remote antiquity and of historical importance. The remnants of those glorious days lie at the bank of the Gomti River in the form of a group of temples. The water is crystal clear and there are lots of fish that abound. One can feed fishes here. Back to Kosi Valley Retreat by lunch.
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Village Walk Duration: 2-‐3 hours from the Resort Explore the surroundings of the land, enjoy a unique rendezvous with the locals, learn about history and legends. Sip on traditional brews as you enjoy captivating tales of their pristine lifestyle which remains unchanged from times immemorial. Take an effortless journey across the culture and curries of villages. Hum together a local folk song. Bask in the ancient enthralling heritage of the nearby ancient village. Revive your soul with the simplicity of the village folks who work hard and smile easily.
As you make you make your way up the village into the pine forest over the ridge, this unbelievable sweeping view of the valley welcomes you. You will fall love with this peaceful valley, alive with prosperous villages, friendly people, bountiful crops, crystal clean river, rolling mountains, chattering birds and crisp, fresh air and glacial streams. There is crystal clarity to the air and a mystical character to the atmosphere of the Himalayas that is uplifting and peaceful at the same time. This 2 hour walk through the verdant green terraced fields gives you an experience of the power of nature here, in all its glory.
Day 3-‐ 13th May Jungle Trek Duration: 3-‐4 hours from the Resort Distance: 3 + 3kms up and down This trek is literally right in our backyard. This trek starts right from the Resort premises. Set amidst the towering ancient pine tree and dense jungle, Kosi Valley Retreat automatically transforms you into a curious explorer and a minute observer. From brightly coloured insects to vibrant butterflies to anthills to myriad variety of fauna and numerous sprightful Himalayan birds, this route is thriving with life.
It’s ideal to enjoy this trek in the morning especially during spring and summers and for winters you can have a lazy start. The nip in the morning air and the earthy scent of fresh mountain exhilarates you immediately. Though a short trek, it has lot of interesting elements. There are precarious narrow paths, the sprightful stream meandering the valley oblivious to all the attention the hills around were getting, the unnerving leopard caves. Slowly as you trek you realise that you are becoming privy to mysterious secrets of the valley slowly unfolding, at its own pace.
Lunch at the Resort.
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Post lunch activities. Rock Climbing Stand in front of the mighty rocks, feel like a dot and enjoy your miniature existence! Maximize your muscle power; pull yourself up the mountain with agility and balance. Climb from bottom to top, slip and climb again. Scale new heights in life, experience the thrill and enjoy the overwhelming view.
Rappelling Tie a rope around yourself and feel the thrill of descending from the face of a cliff and speak to the rocky terrain. Enjoying the gorgeous views around cannot be described in words here -‐ you have to be there, do that! We are sure you’ll return home leaving all your fears behind charmed with all the excitement and bliss within.
Aqua Adventure Imagine you are in the lap of nature, quite literally! Gear up some guts to some water fun in the gushing cold waters of Kosi River which flows by the Retreat. Test your endurance by battling out the ferocity of the downstream water by crossing the river or bouldering. Or you could just enjoy the stillness within as you see the river flow by and listen to the gurgling sound of the crystal clear river. It might be just the sound of water or a whole new renewed love for life, you will take back to treasure for the rest of your lives.
Day 4-‐14th May – Early morning session on Self Defence . Departure for Delhi It’s time to wish adios to the royal forest of Deodhar trees, the blissfully undiluted silence, the crisp air laden with the scent of pines, and finally the enthralling ambiance of the Himalayan range and retrace your path back home. Post breakfast; check out from Kosi Valley Retreat and board the bus back to Delhi for your onward destination.
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Bookings & Cancellations Policy:
1. All bookings must be made well in advance so that all arrangements like Hotel reservations, Transport, Logistics arrangements etc. can be made. Once you finalize a package and book with us, we will make a provisional booking of Hotel rooms and send you a confirmation along with an invoice.
2. We ask for 50% Advance Deposit, which has to be paid within 3 to 5 working days of the date of package confirmation and Balance 50% before 30 days of the Tour start date.
3. As soon as the payments are received, a receipt will be send to you. Once all services are confirmed a Client Services Confirmation voucher will be mailed to you.
4. Cancellations must be made in writing and will be effective on the date of receipt in our offices. 5. The following cancellation charges will apply: (shown as percentage of total package price)
More than 6 weeks before arrival -‐ 40%
Between 41– 20 days before departure -‐ 75%
19 days or less before arrival -‐ 100%
6. All re-‐payments for cancellations will be made within 4 weeks from the effective date)
Tour once commenced will strictly go as per the itinerary finalized. In case of events and circumstances beyond our control, we reserve the right to change all or parts of the contents of the itinerary for safety and wellbeing of our esteemed guests.
Please note that No rooms have been blocked and the same would be done on your confirmation, subject to room availability.
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Share our Green Awareness Please observe the following:
Do's
§ Use of Polythene and Plastics is unhealthy for the environment of the Himalayas. § Carry away all non-‐degradable litter-‐ empty bottles, tins, polythene bags etc. and throw them in
municipal dustbins only, so that they can be disposed properly. § Observe the sanctity of holy sites. In case of any offerings contact the staff of the temple committee
only. § Respect local traditions. When taking photographs, respect privacy ask prior permission and use
restraint. § In case temporary toilets are set up near camp sites, after defecation, cover with mud or sand.
Ensure that the spot is at least 30mts. from a water source.
Don'ts
§ Taking away of cuttings, seeds and roots is illegal in the Himalayan. Allow the flora and fauna to flourish in their natural environment.
§ Avoid using pollutants, such as detergents, in streams or springs. § Do not use wood as fuel to cook food at the camp site and do not destroy the forest wealth of the
Himalayas, which are our heritage. § Do not leave burnings cigarettes or make open fires in the forest. § Do not consume alcohol, drugs or any other intoxicant. § Do not tempt local children by offering them foodstuff or sweets. § Do not listen to Radios, Tape Recorders or any other electronic entertainment equipment at high
volume to avoid noise pollution. § Be careful in making relations, while traveling by Bus or Trains.
We at Walk to Himalayas strongly endorse the principles of Eco-‐Tourism. We seek to protect the environment and to minimize pollution while we send our clients on trips to Uttarakhand. We also believe that local communities should gain some benefit from our visit and we have a policy of local services wherever we can.
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