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CAMP ITINERARY
Age Group – 12+ Years
7 Nights/8 Days
Overview
A Cool Mountain Camp located on a hilltop overlooking the Saat-tal Lakes, Kayaking and Swimming in Crystal Clear Lakes, Jungle Camp-out
Hiking through dense Jungles, Bird & butterfly watching Trails, Hidden Waterfall & Stream Trek
Himalayan Lakeview Adventure, is a cool Mountain Camp at The Sattal, meaning “Seven Lakes”. It is an interconnected group of seven freshwater lakes in the Lower Himalayas near Bhimtal, Uttarakhand, known for its natural beauty and biodiversity. The air still smells like air, the moon is up close and personal, animals still own the forest and birds rule the skies. Apart from the abundance of natural beauty, the surrounding forest offers a lot of fun and action. The dense Oak and conifer forest makes Sattal a birders paradise with more than 300 species of birds. The camp, on a hilltop overlooking the Sattal lakes and at a moderate height of 1350 m (4,300 ft) it is an ideal all-season camp. You can go kayaking and swimming in Crystal Clear lakes and hiking through dense forests past hidden villages and waterfalls. Hike around the Lake and enjoy Rappelling and Valley Crossing, explore the Local Culture. Campfires and games complete the outdoor experience.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Pune/Mumbai to Delhi and Overnight Journey to Haldwani, Reach Campsite, Briefing and Orientation
Reach Airport and take a flight to Delhi, transfer to Kashmiri Gate ISBT / Anand Vihar Bus Point.
Board afternoon AC bus for Haldwani. Reach Haldwani and Get transferred to Campsite. Arrive at Sattal for Dinner. Instructions & Camp briefing and Orientation.
Day 2 – Ice Breakers, Treasure Hunt, Adventure Activities, Night Trail
The Seven Lakes Treasure Hunt – A fun game based on the principle of a treasure hunt, involving interaction with the locals, helping to familiarize participants with the surroundings with hikes through the village. Post Lunch Rappelling, Valley crossing, Night hike in surrounding area.
Day 3 – Kayaking, Cycling, Lake Study
After Breakfast adventure activities like Kayaking in the lakes, MTB(Cycling) ride to explore Petunia village, Ladder jump – in the lake, Lake study – Lake Formation, Ecology, Culture, Economy, Tradition. Evening Team Games, Campfire
Day 4 – Hidden Waterfall & Stream Trek, Forest Lunch
After Breakfast leave for Hidden Waterfall & Stream Trek – A treasure hunt-based hike through forest stream, waterfall, Forest Lunch near the stream, Trek back to the camp via Hidimba temple, Evening snacks, Team Games. Dinner and Campfire, Stargazing
Day 5 – Kayaking and Swimming in the lake, Jungle Campout
After Breakfast, Hike down to the lake for Kayaking and Swimming in the lake.
Lunch at lake side. Afternoon Get Ready for an amazing Jungle Campout – hike through the forest reach to jungle camp out site. Planning /Setup tents /Cook your own dinner in teams. Dinner. Sharing Stories and Experiences
Day 6 – Community Work, Village Interaction
Hike to the base camp and Breakfast. Explore the nearby village, work with village families to get to know their routine life, learn local songs, get to know the stories of the area, prepare your lunch with village families and have lunch together. Evening action – Live kitchen – Outdoor Cooking Bake your own pizza, cake, garlic bread, veggies and more. Face painting and theatre workshop – tent-wise themes to be presented at the Campfire.
Day 7 – Birding Trail, Visit to Butterfly Museum, Craft Workshop
Bird & butterfly watching trail. Post Breakfast, Craft workshop – hands-on craft sessions including Carpentry, Wood carving, Basket making etc. Drive to Butterfly Museum visit- learn about butterflies and biodiversity of Sattal. Evening Pack Bags, Camp Closure, Certification and Feedbacks. Celebrate last night of the Camp sharing stories and experiences around the Campfire.
Day 8 – Departure after Breakfast, ARRIVAL AT DELHI and Board Flight to Pune / Mumbai
Departure from camp After Breakfast for Haldwani. Board bus for Delhi. Reach Delhi Anand Vihar/ ISBT Kashmiri Gate. Transfer to Delhi Airport. Board evening flight for Pune/Mumbai
Camp Cost – Per Person Including Airfare, Ex Pune /Mumbai
Rs. 42,000/- (Till 31st January)
Rs. 44,000/- (1st Feb to 31st March)
Rs. 46,000/-* (1st April Onwards) *Dynamic Price (May Vary at the time of Booking)
Discount Schemes
Group of 5 – 500/- per person
Group of 10 – 1000/- per person
Inclusions
Airfare Pune/ Mumbai – Delhi and Return
Delhi – Haldwani/ – Delhi AC Semi Sleeper Bus
All Local Transfers and Travel by Non-AC vehicle
Tented accommodation on Multiple Sharing separate for Boys and Girls
All meals at the campsite
Activity, Equipment, Resource Person Charges
Services of fully trained Pugmarks Volunteers
Each camp will have at least one Girl Volunteer
GST, Travel and Activity Insurance
Exclusions
Meals during travel and at Airport
Personal expenses such as telephones, cold drinks, mineral water, laundry, porter charges, camera fees
Medical, hospitalization and related expenses
Any item not covered under the head Inclusions
Important Notes
Itinerary is subject to change without notice
Save WhatsApp number to receive camp updates – +91 9819983870 during Camp Duration
Age Group is suggestive, Relaxations may occur
Please refer to Important Notes regarding Discounts, Payment Terms, Cancellation etc on our Website
Risk Rating of this Camp – We have assessed the risk rating of this camp as “B1”
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Things to Carry list
One haversack (min 50 ltrs) and one small shoulder bag (NO TROLLEY BAG OR SUITCASE)
Comfortable clothes for the no. of days (track pants, t-shirts, tops etc) (Avoid Jeans)
The climate can be very cold. Carry enough woolen clothes like Jacket, Monkey camp, Hand Gloves
Suitable Nightwear, one shawl/bed-sheet, sweatshirt,
Undergarments, Towel, Napkin/ Handkerchief, Ladies Sanitary Sets
Trekking shoes, Sports Shoes, Socks, Floaters/ Crocks, Cap, Water bottle, Fevikwik, Sun glasses, Band-Aid
Personal kit containing toilet accessories, Sun Screen, Cold Cream, Odomos, Sanitizer, 4-5 Polythene Bags
Torch with fresh batteries, Trekking Pole (recommended)
Personal medicine, if any, Motion Sickness Tablet. No need to send any extra medicine
Pen, a small diary/ notebook
Around 3000/- for meals during travel and for shopping
Mobile phones, expensive things allowed at own risk
Original Photo ID for Flight, Flight Journey denied without Photo ID
Hard copy of Disclaimer Form, Medical Certificate, High Altitude Informed Consent Form