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BREIF DESCRIPTION OF
THE PROGRAM:
A quintessential trek for
trekkers, the Hampta Pass trek is tailor made for those looking to experience
the Himalayan adventures! The easiest access point for this trek is in Manali
at an altitude of 14,100 ft, unlike most treks that start from a remote
village.
Hampta Pass trekking is
appealing mostly due to the fact that it connects the beautiful valleys of
Kullu and Lahaul. The awe-inspiring landscapes and natural foliage of the
region itself draws trekkers a plenty, not to mention the abundance of rare
Himalayan birds and orchids spotted here.
Flourished with thick alpine
forests, sprawling meadows, glacial valleys, this trek packs the punch of an
idyllic adventure in the Himalayas. Another exemplary feature is the passage
through the captivating famous Atal Tunnel and is enveloped in snow throughout
the year, the best time to visit is in August to September.
The trail crosses the small
villages of Hampta and Sethan. Hampta pass offers a magnificent view of
DeoTibaa 19683 ft and Indrasan peak 20404 ft.
The program also includes
visit to Chandertal, a crescent shaped lake from which it’s named derived (Moon
like lake). It is situated at an altitude of approx. 14,100 ft. The surrounding
of the lake consist of Mountain scree on one side and a Cirque on the other,
the lake itself is a part of a beautiful on which Various varieties of wild
flowers can be seen during spring season.
EXTRA LUGGAGE CAN BE
DEPOSITED AT THE BASE CAMP.
Hight: Hampta
Pass (14,000 ft)
Trek Grading: Moderate
DAY WISE SCHEDULE:
Day 1. Reporting
at 15-mile Base camp
Day 2. Acclimatization,
Orientation and Training
Day 3. After
Breakfast move to Jobra (Last Road head) by Vehicle & start the trek to
Chikka - 4 km, 3 to 4 hrs
Day 4. Trek
Chikka to Balu ka Gera by trek - 8 km, 5 to 6 hrs
Day 5. trek
Balu ka Gera to shea-goru via Hampta pass - 10 km, 8 to 9 hrs
Day 6. Shea-goru
to Chhatru - 5 km, 3 to 4 hrs
Day 7. Chatru
to Chandra tall by Vehicle and return back Chhatru camp, after hot lunch move
to 15-mile Base camp via famous Atal tanal
Day 8. Check-out
after breakfast
Note: Route
and Schedule of the programme may change without prior notice based on the
local administration and weather condition.
Range: kullu
Valley and lahul - spiti valley, Kullu and kalong District of Himachal Pradesh
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? The
minimum age for a member to join the program is 18 years to 60 Years, YHAI
membership is mandatory to participate. This condition will be adhered to
strictly. Under age and above age will not be considered. Members desirous of
joining this programme may apply online duly supported by a 'Trekking Medical
Certificate'.
BEFORE BOOKING KINDLY
READ THE PROGRAMME DETAILS CAREFULLY
HOW TO REACH THE BASE
CAMP
Base Camp 15 Miles, near
Span Resort, next to Hraya Hotel .
Regular bus services are
available for Manali, from Delhi, Chandigarh & Punjab. Every bus from Kullu
to Manali is passed our base camp from 15 Miles. The nearest Railway Stations
is Ambala & Chandigarh and the nearest Airport is Bhuntar
HOW TO JOIN:
Online Booking: Members
desirous of joining this programme may apply online by paying requisite program
fee along with online booking amount i.e. Rs.9000/- per head. We accept Net
Banking, Debit Card and Credit Card payment on www.yhaindia.org for online
payments. After successful transaction Admit Card will be generated.
Participant has to carry
"Admit Card", "Trekking Medical Certificate" &
"Membership Card"(Print out of membership card may also be accepted)
at the time of reporting to the Base Camp.
Offline Booking: Members
desirous of joining this programme may also apply on the prescribed
"Trekking Registration Form" duly supported by a "Trekking
Medical Certificate", along with a DD of requisite amount of Rs.9000/-per
head in favour of “Youth Hostels Association of India” payable at New Delhi.
The Trekking registration
Form, Trekking Medical Form and DD may be sent to following address:
Youth Hostels Association of
India, 5, Nyaya Marg Chanakyapuri New Delhi 110021
Note: Seat
once booked may not be re-scheduled or transferred. Medical certificate will be
submitted at Base camp (medical certificate will be valid only for 30 days for
the date of issuing).
YHAI membership card or
Receipt of payment for membership fees and Admit card, original Medical
Certificate & two Passport size photographs is must to enter into the Base
Camp. Without these documents participating members will not be allowed at Base
Camp.
*Special Casual
leave: The Trekking Expedition organized by Youth Hostels
Association of India have the approval of Ministry of Personnel, Public
Grievances and Pensions (Dept. of Personnel And Training), Government of India,
vide Office Order no. 28016/3/89-Estt (A), Dated 25 October, 1989. Participants
working in the Central Govt. Organization can apply to the authorities
concerned for availing special casual leave for the duration of the expedition.
This leave can be sanctioned by their office up to 30 days in calendar year.
* Certificates: Participants,
who successfully complete the trekking and abide by the discipline of the
program, will be awarded certificates.
*Justice TPS Chawla
Scholarship for underprivileged Girls: YHAI announced
Justice T.P.S. Chawla Memorial Adventure Scholarship for underprivileged girls
for participation in YHAI adventure activities. Girls whose family income is
less than Rs.100000/- p.a. can avail this scholarship. Applicant has to submit
the salary certificate of their parents. In case of Business, she has to submit
their income on an affidavit. Deserving participants may apply to the National
Office YHAI supported by relevant document / certificates.
*Off the beaten
Siddharth Scholarship for underprivileged Young Men & Women :YHAI
announced 50% Off the Beaten Track Siddharth Scholarship of the program fee to
provide underprivileged Young Men & Women less than 30 years of age with an
opportunity to participate in outdoor adventure activities/ programs by YHAI in
various parts of the country. Underprivileged Young Men & Women whose
family income is less than Rs. 250000/- p.a can avail this scholarship by
applying to the National Office YHAI supported by relevant document/
certificates through their respective State Branch.
Accommodation
Facilities: Tented accommodation (ON SHARING BASIS), concrete toilet
cum bathroom facility at the base camp.
FOOD WATER SUPPLIES: Nutritious
vegetarian meals will be provided. R.O water available at base camp.
MANDATORY: Trekking
Medical Certificate original will be compulsory at the time of reporting only
(with 30 days of validity) duly signed by registered Medical Practitioner (MBBS
/ MD only) along with his registration number and stamp.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS
SHOULD BRING ALONG: Rucksack (if You have one),
Woolens, Cotton Shirts, Slacks, Cotton Pants, Sun Cap, Shoes, Socks 4pr,
Enameled or Steel Mug / tumbler, Plate, Lunch box ,Spoon, Water purifying
tablets, Pen knife, Needle, Thread, Spare buttons, Goggles, Cold cream /
Vaseline, Soap, Toilet Paper, Towel, Rain sheet, Medicines (As per your
personal requirement, which you regularly use at home and Crepe Bandage 4in*1,
Micropore tape 1/2inch*1, Band-Aids, Cough lozenges/ Kanthil or other, Vicks
Vaporous, Colerain, Clortrimazole cream and powder, Paracetamol*10 Mupirocin
cream, Diclofenac gel, Lopamide*10, Azithromycin and Electoral), Camera with
extra batteries.
SAFETY &
SECURITY: Extensive and painstaking preparations have gone into the
planning of trekking 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:
1.Smoking, use of
alcohol and narcotics of any description is strictly prohibited during the
course of the program.
2.Stay other than
YHAI Camp is not allowed for the entire duration of the camp.
3.This is an
environment friendly trek. Do no litter any wrappers or spoil the trial in any
way. In case you find any wrapper, plastic bag or anything left by trekkers on
the way, please carry the same with you and deposit at the base camp.
4.Burning of wood
during camp fire is strictly prohibited. Import of any bio Non- degradable
Material in Himachal Pradesh is an offence
Cancellation Method:
1) Participants booked online will do
online cancellation minimum 10 days prior to your reporting date.
2) Participants booked offline will inform their cancellation by email
to trekking@yhaindia.org minimum
10 days prior to your reporting date.
Only cancellation done as per above method will be eligible for credit
shell/refund. The below cancellation policy will however not be applicable if
the request reaches short of 10 days prior to the reporting date and shall not
be eligible for credit shell/refund.
Cancellation Policy:
The Participant, who cancels the programme by serving request minimum 10 days prior to his/her reporting date as per above terms and conditions of "Cancellation Method", is eligible to get the credit shell or refund as follows:
(a) Credit Shell:-
1) In case you are unable to join the programme due to any reason, you
will get a 100% Credit Shell of the participation fees which will be valid till
December 2024.
2) If the next programme opted by you is cheaper, you may use the balance
amount in any of the Trek till Dec 2024.
3) If the next opted programme is costlier, the trekker has to pay the
differential amount.
4) Program opted using the Credit Shell cannot be cancelled again.
5) You may transfer your seat to your family members and friends also. The
seats thus transferred cannot be retransferred or cancelled.
6) The credit shell can only be used in booking of adventure programs
organised by YHAI. The credit shell will not be used in taking memberships and
hostel bookings.
OR
(b) Refund:-
Participants can opt for a 50% refund
instead of 100% credit shell if they wish to. The conditions of “Cancellation
Method” will be the same as mentioned above. The participant has to
inform either offline or online minimum 10 days prior to his reporting date. If
the request reaches short of 10 days prior to the reporting date the refund
request shall not be considered.
Note: If any program will be cancelled due to Natural Calamity /
Government Restriction / Cancellation of Permission or any other reasons, YHAI
will be accountable only for program fees and not other expenses which
participants have made for joining the program. In these circumstances the
decision for participation fees will be considered by the YHAI and will be
bound to all.
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