Kareri Lake Trek

Age Group:  14 to 20 yrs

Overview

Camping, Trekking and Adventure Activities Like Burma Bridge, Flying Fox,  Commando Net and Valley Crossing 

Itinerary

Day 1 – PUNE/MUMBAI-DELHI – DHARAMSHALA – OVERNIGHT JOURNEY BY VOLVO COACH

Reach Airport at 10.00 AM to take a flight to Delhi. Reach Delhi by 2.30 PM and transfer to the AC volvo bus to reach Dharamshala.

Day 2 –  DHARAMSHALA – BASE CAMP SALLI  (1850M) ACCLIMATIZATION DAY AROUND – SALLI VALLEY OR KANOL VILLAGE

Arrive at Dharamshala and transfer to Base camp salli by Local vehicle. (45 minutes drive). Reach the campsite for breakfast. Tent allotments and orientation followed by an acclimatization walk to Kanol/ Kareri Village . Post lunch,visit trout fish farming and engage in Adventure activities like Zipline, Burma Bridge and Rappelling. In the evening, prepare your rucksacks for the next day’s trek to camp 1.

Day 3 – TREK TO CAMP 1 AT HANDI FOREST (2400M) 4KMS/ 3HRS

After a healthy breakfast, begin trek to Camp 1 at Handi Forest (2400M) 4KMS/ 3HRS. Reach the campsite around lunch time, Rasna/ Lemonade will be served.  Post lunch indulge in some exciting Adventure activities Tyrolean Traverse/ River Crossing.  In the evening explore the beautiful forest around. Soup time followed by dinner and campfire. Overnight in tents .

Day 4 – TREK TO REHLA CAMP 2 (3000M) 5KMS/ 4 HRS

After a healthy breakfast, begin trekking to Camp 2 at Rehla (2400M) 5-6 KMS/3 HRS. Rehla camp offers one of the most spectacular views of the Dhauladhar Himalayan range. Reach the campsite around lunch time, Rasna/ Lemonade will be served. Post lunch, explore the nearby high altitude area. In the evening, soup will be served followed by Dinner.

Day 5 – CLIMB TO KARERI LAKE – 8KMS – TREK DOWN TO REHLA CAMP

Post breakfast, trek up to the snowline and beyond and visit the mighty Gaj Glacier / Kareri Lake and get mesmerized by the magnificent view of the Himalayas [8 km/4 hours].Have your packed lunch at the top.  Return to the campsite till Evening time for some refreshing drinks and Evening Snacks. Evening is free at leisure. Soup will be served followed by Dinner and Campfire.

Day 6 – DESCEND TO BASE CAMP VIA HANDI CAMP 8KMS/ 4HRS)

Post breakfast, begin the return trek to base camp [8 km/4 hours]. Reach Campsite for lunch and Rasna / Lemonade will be served. In the evening,  explore the forest of Dharamshala. Soup will be served followed by DJ Night and Dinner.

Day 7 – DRIVE TO MCLEODGANJ VIA DHARAMSHALA. OVERNIGHT JOURNEY TO DELHI.

After breakfast proceed to Dharamshala, Mcleodganj for the local sightseeing. Explore local market. Overnight journey by Volvo coach to Delhi.

Day 8 – ARRIVAL AT DELHI

Arrive New Delhi. Get transferred to Delhi airport to board the respective flights

Things To Carry

1. One haversack (50 to 70 ltr) and one small shoulder bag           (NO TROLLEY BAG OR SUITCASE)
2. Comfortable clothes for the no. of days (track Pants, t-shirts, tops etc) (Avoid Jeans)
3. Climate would be very cold at Kareri. Carry enough woolen clothes like jacket, monkey camp, hand gloves etc
4. Suitable nightwear,  one shawl sweatshirt.
5. Undergarments, towel, napkin/ handkerchief, ladies sanitary sets 
6. High ankle trekking shoes, socks, floaters, Sun cap/ hat, water bottle, Fevikwik
7. Water bottle, Personal kit containing toilet accessories, sun screen, cold cream, odomos. sanitizer
8. Torch with fresh batteries
9. Sun glasses
10. Trekking Pole (Optional), camera, binoculars, Mobile phone (At your own risk)
11. Personal medicine, if any, with a note explaining doses, time, quantity etc. with the name of the child, No need to send any extra medicine
12. Pen, a small diary, a story book
13. Extra polythene bags for dumping used/ wet clothes
14. Around 3000/- for meals during travel and for shopping .
15. Original photo id for flight, flight journey denied without photo id (Aadhar for Passport)

Notes

• Itinerary is subject to change without notice
• Camper MUST CARRY Original – School photo ID, Aadhar Card, Passport, Pan Card, Driving License (Any One)
• Save WhatsApp number to receive camp updates – +91 9819983870 during Camp Duration
• Please refer to Important Notes regarding Air Travel, discounts, payment terms, cancellation etc.

Inclusions

• Travel cost (AC Semi Luxury Pushback Bus) 
• Transfers by Non-AC vehicle
• Tented accommodation on Multiple Sharing 
• All veg meals at the resort
• Activity charges, Resource person Charges
• Travel and Activity Insurance

Exclusions

• Meals during travel
• Airfare/Railway
• 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 ‘cost includes’.