Kullu Family Camp 2023

NAME OF THE PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Mr. Sourav Sadhukhan

CONTACT NUMBER: 9732596757

* About Program:

Youth Hostels Association of India has been organizing various adventure programs for the last 50 years. People from poles apart cultures and regions participate in our programs and enjoy our economical and budgeted adventure programmes. A large number of volunteers work with dedication and support us in running these programmes successfully. As a part of the Silver Jubilee Celebration of YHAI National Trekking, in 1995 we introduced the Family camping Program for interested families. 

* Location: Kullu

* Flora and Fauna

 Kullu is home to an enormous range of species, which span the subtropical to the alpine. The common trees in the Kullu hills belong to the conifer species (deodar, pine, spruce, fir). Several species of medicinal plants like Hath Panja (Dactylorhiza hatageria) and Brahma Kamal (Saussurea obvallata) grow luxuriously in the valley. The valley is known for the presence of the majestic Snow-leopard, the Himalayan brown bear and the Himalayan Tahr. The Western Tragopan (the state bird of Himachal Pradesh) and the Monal pheasant are the prominent birds species found in the region.The Great Himalayan National Park is the repository of the great biodiversity of the region.

* Reporting Dates:  30 families in each batch reporting date on 24^th April to 18th May 2023

* Duration:  4N/5D Fee Rs 8500 (on 5^th day participants will have to check out only after breakfast)

* Reporting Point : Dobhi, 1 km Ahead of Dohlunala Toll Plaza NH 3

* Altitude of Base Camp : 4000 feet approximately

* Program Includes: Simple vegetarian meals , Tenting accommodation.

(Participants will have to pay extra for visiting the below places at the time of reporting)

* Day wise Schedule

# Day 01: Reporting, Training, Acclimatization and orientation

# Day 02: Visit to Manikaran

# Day 03: Visit to Rotang Pass and Manali Sight Seen.

# Day 04: Visit to Bijili Mahadev followed by Certificate Distribution & Recreation Activity

# Day 05: Checkout after breakfast

Note: The route and Schedule of the programme may change without prior notice based on the local condition. YHAI has all the rights to change any of the policy regarding this program.

* Who can Participate:

1. Any YHAI member can participate on a first come first serve basis.

2. A family consists of a husband, wife, and two children up to the age of 12 years. Copy of Age proof must be attached with application forms or must be submitted at the time of reporting at the Base Camp. Photographs of the Family Head must be attached to the forms. The third Child will be charged extra.

3. A single person does not constitute a family and shall not be registered for the camp. Parents of very small children should arrange for their bottled feed.

4. Photo ID Proof of the head of the family should be attached to the application form, to be produced at the time of reporting at the base camp.

5. For children above 12 years of age, Rs.1000/- per person will be charged, over & above.

6. Husband & Wife's membership is mandatory.

* How to Participate:

Online Booking: Members desirous of joining this programme may apply online by paying the requisite program fee along with an online booking amount i.e. Rs.8500/-  per Family including Husband, Wife, and 2 Children up to the age of 12 years.

We accept Net Banking, Debit Card, and Credit Card payments on www.yhaindia.org for online payments.

After a successful transaction, Admit Card will be generated. Participant has to carry an "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 the requisite amount of Rs.8500/- per Family including Husband, Wife, and 2 Children upto the age of 12 years.) 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:

Note: Seat once booked may not be re-scheduled or transferred. Medical certificate of the head of family will be submitted and the head of the family certify that all the family members are medically fit. Husband and wife should be members.

Trekking Division, National Office

Youth Hostels Association of India

5, Nyaya Marg, Chankayapuri. New Delhi – 110021, Contact No.: 7827999000

All Offline Booking confirmation is subject to the availability of seats. National Office will send the Admit Card along with a confirmation letter to the participant at the address mentioned in the "Trekking Registration Form".

Members can also apply through our YHAI Units or State Branches in their respective areas.

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

* Notice to Participant:

1.  Deviation from the set schedule of the program is not permitted. If participants may wish to join any other activity, they may do so at their own responsibility and risk only after finishing the program and checking out.

2.  Staying other than YHAI Camp is not allowed for the entire duration of the camp.

3.  This is an environment-friendly camp. Do not litter any wrappers 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 dump in the dustbin at base camp.

4. Washing of Clothes are strictly restricted in camps. Ignore washing clothes in the camps.

5.  Burning of wood during camp fire is strictly prohibited. Carrying any Non-biodegradable Material in Himachal Pradesh is an offense.

* What participants should bring along: 

1.    Comfortable Shoes (Preferably Waterproof, high ankle, Non-skid).

2.    Sandal or Chappal (Washable and quick dry).

3.    Socks- Cotton and woollen 4 pairs (One pair only for night-time).

4.    Trousers (Lightweight, preferably quick dry).

5.    Cotton T-shirts (Full and Half sleeves both).

6.    Inner Garments (as per requirement).

7.    Trek Suite (Complete set). (Optional).

8.    Wind Cheater (Upper and Lower with hoods, preferably water-repelled).

9.    Rain Coat Set. (Upper and lower with Hoods).

10.  Sweater or Woollen Jersey. Cots wool set upper and lower.

11.  Good quality Jacket with hood.

12.  Woollen and waterproof gloves.

13.  Bandana or Throat Cover.

14.  Sun Cap and Woollen Cap.

15.  Sun Glass (Polarized will be best).

16.  Walking Stick. (Optional).

17.  Torch (With spare cells).

18. Thermal flask, Water Bottle, and Water Purifier.

19. Lunch Box, leak-proof (For Packed Lunch).

20. Plate, Mug, Spoon. (For maintaining your own hygiene).

21. Needle and Thread with spare Buttons.

22. Toilet paper.

23. Towel, Soap, Toothpaste, and Toothbrush.

24. Boroline, Vaseline, Sun Protection Cream (SPF 30 or above).

25. Pen and Notebook.

26. Passport size photographs, ID proof original, and Xerox, Membership card.

27. Original Medical certificate, Indemnity bond if above 60 years.

28. Medicine (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 Vaporub, Coldarin, Clotrimazole cream and powder, Paracetamol*10 Mupirocin cream, Diclofenacgel, Lopamide*10, Azithromycin, and Electral).

29. Camera with spare cells (Optional).

30. Personal things are regularly used at your home.