Kids-Camp-Trek-to-Kuari-Pass-ex-Pune-Mumbai

This is a fun-filled 11-day kids' camp to Kuari Pass for kids over the age of 14 years. The trek to Kuari Pass is one of the finest in the Himalayas, and offers spectacular views of the valleys and snow-capped mountains.

In addition to navigating the terrain while trekking, kids learn how to pitch their tents and rough it in the great outdoors.

Destination

Kuari Pass is situated in the lap of the mighty Himalayas. The trail passes through grassy meadows and dense forests, while providing breathtaking views of the snow-capped mountains in the distance.

Destination highlights

Breathe in the beautiful mountain air | Trek through vast undulating meadows | Learn to pitch your tent and set up camp in the great outdoors | Enjoy camping in picturesque campsites in the lap of nature

14

No

3 per 37

Yes

Co-ed

Both males and females

Yes

Congress Bhavan (Pune), Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (Mumbai)

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Lokmanya Tilak Terminus (Mumbai), Congress Bhavan (Pune)

Train

Auli

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04:00

04:30

The group meets at Pune at 4:00 a.m or at Mumbai at 7 a.m. The train to Haridwar departs from Lokmanya Tilak Terminus at approximately 07:55 a.m.

Overnight on the train.

Food

No meals provided today

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Day 1 Milestone

Mumbai

Haridwar

05:30 AM

The group arrives in the beautiful town of Haridwar, and then travel to Rishikesh, where they spend the night.

Stay in clean, comfortable lodges/dormitories/hotels

Food

No meals provided today

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Day 2 Milestone

Haridwar

Rishikesh

05:30 AM

Therre is a scenic drive to Joshimath and on to Auli, where the group enjoys a sumptuous dinner.

Overnight in Auli.

Stay in clean, comfortable lodges/dormitories/hotels

Food

No meals provided today

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Day 3 Milestone

Rishikesh

Auli

05:30 AM

Today the trekking begins! The team enjoys the first trek for 5 kms to Gurson top, where they enjoy the views of the surrounding landscape and relax, and learn to pitch tents.

Overnight in camp.

Camp

Stay in clean, comfortable tents in the lap of nature.

Food

Dinner

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Day 4 Milestone

Auli

Gurson

05:30 AM

After a delicious breakfast, the group treks for 8 kms to Chitrakantha. They enjoy some group activities here and then set up camp.

Overnight in camp.

Camp

Stay in clean, comfortable tents in the lap of nature.

Food

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

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Day 5 Milestone

Gurson

Chitrakantha

05:30 AM

Today the group treks for 5 kms to Khulara and enjoys a game of cricket at an altitude of 11000 feet.

Overnight in camp.

Camp

Stay in clean, comfortable tents in the lap of nature.

Food

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

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Day 6 Milestone

Chitrakantha

Khulara

05:30 AM

Today is the big day! The trekkers navigate the mixed terrain to the gorgeous Kuari Pass, and take in some spectacular views of the snow-capped mountains. They then make their way back to Khulara for the night, after a total distance of 10 kms covered today.

Overnight in camp.

Camp

Stay in clean, comfortable tents in the lap of nature.

Food

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

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Day 7 Milestone

Khulara

Khulara

05:30 AM

The group will trek for 12 kms to Tapovan and then travel to Joshimath for the night.

Overnight in a hotel.

Hotel

Stay in neat, cozy rooms in a hotel.

Food

Breakfast

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Day 8 Milestone

Khulara

Joshimath

05:30 AM

The group begins the journey back to Haridwar and boards the train for Mumbai.

Overnight on the train.

Food

No meals provided today

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Day 9 Milestone

Joshimath

Haridwar

05:30 AM

Today, the trekkers arrive at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus in Mumbai and then on to Pune.

Trip ends late at night

Food

No meals provided today

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Day 10 Milestone

Haridwar

Mumbai

05:30 AM

Includes / Excludes

Includes

  • Mumbai-Delhi- Haridwar 3 A/C train tickets
  • Inland road/other transfers by non-A/C vehicles (bus or SUV)
  • Vegetarian food at the campsite (Jain food available with prior notice)
  • Accomodation in clean and comfortable tents/dormitory/hotel
  • Adventure equipment (if required) and services of professional instructors

Excludes

  • Meals during travel from Mumbai-Haridwar-Mumbai
  • Personal expenses such as telephones, drinks, mineral water, laundry, porter charges etc.
  • Cost incurred for cable car ride at Auli (Rs. 500)
  • Insurance of any kind
  • Porter/pony charges
  • Medical, hospitalization, evacuation and related expenses
  • Any item not covered under the inclusions

What to Wear

What to Wear

  • Comfortable clothes based on the number of days (track pants, t-shirts, tops etc.)
  • Suitable nightwear, shorts, capris (three-fourths), shawl/ chaddar, sweatshirt
  • Floaters/crocs
  • Slippers
  • Not to wear - Avoid wearing jeans
  • Avoid trolleys or suitcases
  • Do not carry expensive jewellery, watches, mobile phones, iPods, large sums of money or other valuables.

What not to Wear

  • Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
  • Restrictive clothing
  • Flip-flops

Equipment / Gear

We Provide

  • Technical equipment needed for the trek
  • Accomodation in sturdy tents

You need to get

  • One haversack and one small shoulder bag
  • Water bottle
  • Undergarments, towel, napkin/handkerchief, female sanitary set
  • Personal kit containing toiletries like sun screen, cold cream, insect repellent, and sanitizer
  • Torch with fresh batteries
  • Sun hat/cap
  • Sun glasses, camera, binoculars (optional)
  • Pen, a small diary, reading material
  • Money - around 1500 rupees for meals during travel and for shopping, around 500 rupees for cable car ride in Auli (optional)
  • Original photo ID
  • Chain and lock for bags

Medical Kit

  • Please carry specific personal or prescribed medication, personal first-aid kit, with a note explaining doses, time, quantity etc. with name of the child.

Cancellation policy

Cancellation charges will be applicable as follows and will cover all situations such as injuries, sickness, exams, interviews, selection in tournaments etc.:

More than 30 days prior to departure - 10% of the trip cost

30-16 days prior to departure - 15% of the trip cost

15-10 days prior to departure - 50% of the trip cost

Less than 10 days prior to departure - 100% of the trip cost

Rules on trip

Substitution of one camper with another is not permitted.

Camp will be organised in the most informal atmosphere. However camp discipline is binding on everyone. Campers must abide by the directives of the camp organisers at all times.

A roll call/physical count will be taken to ensure nobody is left behind. This will be observed during travel, treks and adventure activities.

A Pugmarks instructor will lead the walking trail in the jungle. The end will be brought up by another instructor and nobody will trail behind him.

The campers are required to carry their own luggage and hence should carry only essential items with them. All campers are responsible for the safety of their luggage/ belongings throughout the camp. Pugmarks / Eco Tours will not accept any liability in this regard.

Girls and small children should not visit public toilets without an escort.

Smoking, consumption of liquor, tobacco/tobacco products are strictly prohibited for the entire duration of the camp.

All the campers should keep the trails and camp site litter free. The waste can be disposed of in the city for recycling.

Collections of corals, shells, flowers/fossils, rocks, fungus and other life-forms are forbidden.

Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

In case of an emergency, inform the office immediately.

Medical Aid: Pugmarks establishes a tie up with local hospital / nursing home / doctor at every camp site.

In case of remote areas, either a vehicle is retained at the campsite or it is on call at the local transporter. For minor injuries or ailments first aid kits of the instructors are useful.

Food on Pugmarks camp is good and plentiful. It is predominantly vegetarian, freshly cooked, non oily, non spicy. Water on campsite is clean and treated with liquid chlorine if required.

Emergency: During the season there are about 10 to 15 camps in progress simultaneously and each camp leader reports to the control room at the Pune head quarters at regular intervals. It is mandatory for the camp leader to inform and discuss any unusual situation with the control room.

Emergency involving an individual: This usually comprises of an accident/injury or medical emergency. In the mountains, there are rescue parties to evacuate victims suffering from altitude sickness, asthma and body injuries. In the remote wilderness, there are standby vehicles to transfer the victim to the nearest primary health centre or hospital. Where surgery or special medication is involved, eminent city doctors are consulted and as far as possible, a dialogue between the parents and the local doctor on the spot is ensured.

Emergency involving whole group - This can be a natural calamity, local unrest and violence or even a mundane traffic jam that throws all schedules out of gear. In such situations, the control room seeks help from the police commissioner and coordinates with district authorities to sort out the problem.