NAME OF THE PROGRAM CORRDINATOR / FD: J.SHINE
CONTACT NUMBER: 9447061522
EMAIL ADDRESS: shinejvrindavan@gmail.com
COMPLETE POSTAL ADDRESS: J.Shine, C/o Gurukripa, Sreenivasapuram P.O Varkala Kerala 695145
BREIF DESCRIPTION OF THE PROGRAM: After successful completion of 10th trekking expedition programmes in Munnar & Schenduruni YHAI Kerala state branch gives another opportunity to explore the Explore Munnar (Trekking cum Training)
Schedule of the Programme
Day 1 Reporting at Base camp : Camp Munnar @ Munnar Town
4 PM Orientation and Acclimatization / Training .
Camp at Camp Munnar Hotel
Day 2 . Munnar Sight seeing ( By Bus)
Munnar Town , Mattupetty , Topstation , Pothemedu , Kundala Lake and Rajamala
Camp at Camp Munnar Hotel
Day 3 Chokramudi Peak Trekking
This is an isolated hill located in Munnar which can get you hooked for hours at end. Located 7,200 feet above the sea level, the Chokramudi peak is located within the famous Eravikulam National Park, and is a must visit place in Munnar. There is a short and comfortable trek that can be completed within one day. It is one of the top places to visit in Munnar. The trekking on this peak in Munnar is easy and fairly simple, and it can be done in a day.
Camp at Camp Munnar Hotel
Day 4 Evaluation & Certificate Distribution and Recreation Activity
11.AM Group disbursed
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
Any YHAI member above the age of 15 years can participate on first cum first serve basis.
HOW TO REACH THE BASE CAMP:
The reporting place for the programme is at Camp Munnar Hotel Munnar. Nearest Air Port. Cochin (115 KMs,) Railway Station Aluva (110 Kms), and Ernakulam (122.5KMs)
Road : Motorbale roads connect to Munnar from Ernakulam (122Kms) , and Aluva (110 Kms) .
Rail : The nearest railhead is Aluva / Ernakulam Junction which is connected to with Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hydarabad, Ahammedabad, Baroda, Bhopal, Howrah and Guwahathi etc.
Air : The nearest airport is Cochin International airport 115 Kms.
HOW TO JOIN:
YHAI Members desirous of joining the programme may apply online through our website www.yhaindia.org or by the prescribed registration from along with a DD of requisite amount in favour of “Youth Hostels Association of India Kerala State Branch” payable at CANARA BANK, PONNANI ,MALAPPURAM DISTRICT , KERALA STATE or ONLINE payment to State Branch Account (A/c No 0756101040595 Branch Code 756 IFSC Code CNRB0000756 CANARA BANK PONNANI MALAPPURAM) . The application along with medical fitness certificate, Copy of ID Card and a photograph should be send to Mr. J. SHINE ( State Secretary YHAI ) C/o Gurukripa, Sreenivasapuram P.O Varkala , Kerala 695945 by Speed / Registered post
ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES:
Share Room with pacca bathroom and Toilet
FOOD & WATER SUPPLIES:
Simple Vegetarian Food and safe Drinking Water
WHAT PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BRING ALONG:
Rucksack, Pants / Jeans, Woolen Jersey and Muffler, Gloves, Socks, Rain Coat, Face mask , Torch with extra batteries, Soap, Towel, Mug, Plate, Lunch Box, Glass, Water Bottle, Plate, Spoon, and Tumbler.
CANCELLATION RULES:
In case you are unable to join the programme after paying participation fee, you will get Rs 4000/-as refund provided your request is received at least 10 days in advance from the date of your reporting. No refund will, however, be admissible if such notice is short of 10 days.
Climate
The daytime temperature is going to reach 23 °c and the temperature is going to dip to 18 °c at night. We expect around 6.7 mm of precipitation to fall and cloud covering 68% of the sky, the humidity will be around 93%..
SAFETY & SECURITY:
Our field volunteers and camp leaders have been visited the area and check the details. While every care has been taken to ensure safety, Youth Hostels Association of India cannot be held responsible for any accident, illness and such other unforeseen eventualities
Travel safe during COVID-19
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Use of alcohol and narcotics of any description and smoking are strictly prohibited during the programme. Deviation from the set rout of the programme is not permitted. If participants desire to join any other activity, they may do so at their own responsibility and risk only after finishing the programme and check out.
CANCELLATION RULES:
In case you are unable to join the programme after paying participation fee, you will get Rs 4000/-as refund provided your request is received at least 10 days in advance from the date of your reporting. No refund will, however, be admissible if such notice is short of 10 days.