Name of the Trek: Sai Ropa – Goshaini – Rolla – Khorli Poi
(Tirthan Wildlife Sanctuary - Great Himalayan National Park)
Very few things are more beautiful than the loveliness of the woods before sunrise and this is where CATS is organizing its fourth trek. Trees have from time immemorial been closely associated with magic. These stout members of the vegetable kingdom may stand for as long as a thousand years, and tower far above our mortal heads. An untouched forest, studded with trees of all ages, sizes and types, is more than a mysterious, magical place – it is a vast energy reservoir of nature. Forests once stood tall over the entire landmass of our planet.
Today, they are fighting what can be called as their last battle for survival. Onslaught of humanity is undermining the health of forest ecosystems at the peril of its own future generations.
This amazing trek at the Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) seeks to expose the minds to the mystique of forests as vibrant ecosystems. Another aim of this program is to make the participants realise the critical role of forests in maintaining the viability and vitality of earth as a living planet.
History is replete with the examples of individuals who even gave up thrones for the bliss of a forest. Time spent in exploring a forest is an investment into one’s future. It can also be a wonderfully different way to learn about the realities of nature that constitute the foundation of human existence. The Program at GHNP exposes the participants to physical and intellectual challenges posed by a forest while also respecting their personal limits. It also seeks to enable them to discover, understand and enjoy the incredible charisma of nature.
Trek Code 003/chd/hp/ghnp
Name of the Trek
Sai Ropa – Goshaini – Rolla – Khorli Poi
Date of Trekking
12th Oct’07 – 17th Oct’07 (12th & 17th for traveling to and fro Chandigarh. Actual trekking and other activities 13th Oct’07 – 16th Oct’07)
Trek
Easy to Moderate
Maximum Height
10,000 feet above sea level
Total Trekking Distance
38 kms in 4 days
Experience Required
Moderate
Equipment Required
None
Period
March to October
Duration
6 Days
Minimum no. of people
5
Maximum no. of people
20
Suggested Age Bracket
18yrs+
Kids allowed
NO
Distance from Chandigarh
250 Kms
Permissions
Required and will be organized by NGO SAHARA, who will also take care of all the logistical arrangements within the GHNP
Accommodation
Sai Ropa: dormitories. Inside GHNP camp (twin and triple sharing tents)
Sustenance on Trek
Nil
Civil Amenities
Mobile toilets would be provided throughout but shower/bath facilities are available only at Sai Ropa. So have a good scrub before you leave Sai Ropa and head into the GHNP
Activities
Rock Climbing, Night Trekking, River Crossing, Rappelling, Watching wildlife documentaries, Birding, trekking
Cut-off to join the trek
Friday, 05th of Oct’07 by 5pm
Cost
COST TO BE SHARED BY PARTICIPATING MEMBERS
Transportation Cost to be shared by participating members since decision has been made to take private vehicles for this trek. (Hiring and then keeping the taxis idle for 4 days whilst we trek would be stupendously high). Fuel expenditure will be split between the passengers in each car.
Breakdown of confirmed costs is as below:
Rs 5000 /= per head for a group of 15 to 20 people.
Rs 5500 /= per head for a group of 10-15 people
Rs 6000/= per head for a group till 10 people
Members to confirm their participation in this trek by Friday, 05th of Oct’07 by 5pm with Mr Vishal Kalia (9988729090). Depending upon how many confirm, we will advise the members the precise trek fee which they must deposit with Mr Vishal Kalia by Monday, 08th of Oct’07 by 5pm at Chandigarh Institute of Hotel Management. Since, this is a ‘dutch money’ trip, there is no room for last minute walk-ins. CATS will not be able to entertain refunds either.
Joining Instructions
Send your request by email to CATS.chd@gmail.com, confirming precise number of your family and/or friends joining the trek by the cut-off date. LAST
MINUTE WALK-INs would not be entertained
Punctuality of time
Adhere to the given times since Team would not wait for any late arrivals
Points of Contact
For local management of the trek - Mr Vishal Kalia (9988729090)
For information about the trek – CAT Geetu Garewal (9815012013)
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