National Mountain Biking Cum Training Expedition Tirthan Valley Jalori Pass 2023

Expedition Coordinator Details: Mr. Shashank: 9920422414

Importatnt Note- Participants are requested to bring below documents at the time of reporting at base camp.

1) Covid-19 Final Vaccination Certificate

2) 2 Copies of ID proof

3) Trekking Admit Card & Medical certificate

4) 2 Passport size photographs

5) Membership Card

*About Program:

From the last 48 years Youth Hostels Association of India is organizing National Himalayan Trekking Expeditions in the heart of Himalayas with all the effort and courage bringing together, with the joy of exploring Mother Nature, we are organizing National Mountain Biking Expedition, yet again, to give you memories for life from Aut to Jalori Pass& Tirthan Valley and back.

*Purpose:

The purpose of the expedition is to introduce the YHAI members to Mountain Biking as an outdoor adventure sport and also to make use of it as a Green transport in cities reducing congestion and pollution. Also after swimming this is the second best non-impact exercise in the world. Also we aim to inspire the spirit of National integration with the fun of Adventure sport.

Jalori pass is a steady climb from Aut base camp with beautiful views of the snow-capped Dhauladhar ranges. You will also be cycling in Tirthan Valleynamed after the pristine Tirthan river, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site - The Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), spread over an area of 1100 sq kilometers. It is a scenic landscape & heaven for bird photography & trekkers. On the way you will be cycling through lot of small towns & villages. Sojha & Jibhi camp being termed as at par in beauty with any European mountain vistas. It is also a challenging route for cyclists and you will be amidst the beautiful greenery of Himachal.

* Day Wise schedule:

#Day 1: Report at Base Camp- Aut Base Camp near Mehak Dry fruits. (3500 ft.)

Aut is a small town just after crossing the Jalori pass tunnel. River Beas is flowing just

behind the campsite with Mountains all around. Rest day for the participants.

#Day 2: Acclimatization and Training

Morning exercise to warm you up. A walk to a beautiful village and gain height. Return by lunch time.

Evening cycling to know about using gears in a cycle and safety rules & distribution of cycles and safety gears.

#Day 3: Biking to Manglore – 20 kms (4000 ft.)

Adventure starts with cycling through the Jalori tunnel 3 kms. Crossing bridges across winding rivers. Having packed lunch under a tree or near a stream. Banjar is a small town nearby. Fagu Puul nearby is a nice place to walk to after reaching the camp.

#Day 4: Biking to Jibhi – 17 kms (6000 ft.)

Get ready  to cycle through narrow roads and ever increasing altitude. Winding roads and greenery all in the route. Jibhi is one of the most green and beautiful campsites. With a waterfall nearby to spend time and relax after cycling.

#Day 5: Biking to Sojha  – 8 kms –(8500 ft.)

The views of snow capped peaks of the Dhauladhar ranges will fill you with happiness and the local tea shops for tea and local snacks.The most challenging route greets you with tough hairpin bend roads with steep gradients. Breathtaking views on the way. Sojha is having a cinematic view of deep valleys on one side and tree lined mountains on the other. Relax and unwind as you have climbed the steepest part of the route. Nice nature walk trails around the campsite.

#Day 6: Visit to Jalori Pass (10,000 ft) & Biking to UNESCO World Heritage Site – Tirthan Valley camp 23km (5000ft)

Named after the pristine Tirthan river, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site - The Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP), spread over an area of 1100 sq kilometers. It is a scenic landscape & heaven for bird photography & trekkers

#Day 7: Biking to Youth Hostel Aut – 31km-(3500 ft.) followed by Certificate Distribution

#Day 8: Group breaks after breakfast

Note : Route and Schedule of the programme may change without prior notice based on the local condition.

* How To Reach: 

For National Himalayan Mountain Biking, our base camp is at Aut, which is on the Kullu-Manali Highway. It is 28km short from Kullu. Direct bus services are available from ISBT Delhi, Chandigarh and other parts 

* Who can Participate: 

The minimum age for a member to join the program is 15 years to 65 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".

* What participants should bring along: 

Dress code: Cycling padded shorts / three quarters /tracks, cycling jersey or dry-fit / quick-dry T-shirts, Jackets, Sports Shoes, 3 pair Socks, buff, Cycling Gloves, Rain Jacket, Innerwear, Baselayer/thermal(upper and lower)

Accessories: Cycling glasses, Sipper(to fit bottle cage), Small tiffin box, Enameled or Steel Mug/tumbler, Plate, Spoon, Cold Cream / Vaseline, Soap, Toilet Paper, Towel, Medicines (As per your personal requirement, which you regularly use at home and Crepe Bandage 4in*1, Micropore tape 1/2inch*1, Bandaids, Cough lozenges/ Kanthil or other, Vicks Vaporub, Coldarin, Clortrimazole cream and powder, Paracetamol*10 Mupirocin cream, Diclofenac gel, Lopamide*10, Azithromycin and Electral), Camer, Personal Helmet(we will provide the same if not brought by the participant)

*EQUIPMENT PROVIDED BY YHAI

MTB cycle /Helmet /Knee & Elbow guard /Cycling Gloves /Rucksacks /Reflector jackets.

Personal Cycling gloves/helmets can be brought along but we are providing the same.