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Camp High 5, GIO’s premier riverside camp stands on the banks of the Alaknanda at Jayalgarh (near Devprayag). Far from the bustle of popular touristy destinations yet conveniently close to a rail head and airport, Camp High 5 is ideally located for the urbanite who loves the natural experience. It is connected to a National highway as well, making it easily accessible from New Delhi. This is the perfect getaway for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. If the Alakhnanda offers a unique rafting experience, the surrounding hills are ideal for activities like rock climbing and rappelling. Short, scenic hikes and beautifully isolated glades full of exotic birds and butterflies add to the magic. The tents are spacious, each with its own independent toilets and washrooms with running water offering you all the creature comforts of home amidst the rugged terrain making for an unforgettable outdoor experience.

Jan-Jun,
Sep-Dec


	Camp High5
	Camp Mystic River
	Camp Room on the Roof
	Camp Verdant Valley

CAMP HIGHLIGHTS

An idyllic luxury hideaway located by the banks of River Alaknanda
Only riverside camp that offers you an opportunity to raft on 5 great Himalayan Rivers - Alaknanda, Bhagirathi, Ganges, Pinder & Mandakini.
A whole array of action packed activities like rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, rappelling, bridge slithering, valley traverse, and many more
Innumerable treks and trails across mountains, valleys and streams
Numerous places of interest in the vicinity of the camp – Deoprayag (confluence of the Alaknanda & Bhagirathi srivers where the Ganges is born), Rudraprayag (confluence of the Alaknanda & Mandakini rivers), Dhari Devi temple, Chandrabani temple, etc.

Numerous places of interest in the vicinity of the camp – Deoprayag (confluence of the Alaknanda & Bhagirathi srivers where the Ganges is born), Rudraprayag (confluence of the Alaknanda & Mandakini rivers), Dhari Devi temple, Chandrabani temple, etc.

ENHANCED FACILITIES

Luxury Swiss cottage tents with attached running water toilets
Large relaxation areas by the river with magnificent views
A well laid out dining area as well as a conference/discussion area facing the river
Bonfire and Barbecue at night
Electricity (through generator)

CAmp FACILITIES

Accommodation: The camp provides accommodation in Large Luxury Swiss cottage tents ((12’ x 12’). Each tent has two cots with comfortable bedding and quilts. The tents have attached bathrooms with running water. The toilets are dry pit with western seats and are clean and convenient.

Food: The camp has a full-fledged kitchen that provides you with hot multi-cuisine meals apart from all the cups of tea / coffee you might want.

Paragliding & Mountain Biking
(minimum of 4 pax required)

Drive down from the camp to Khandisyan. From here mountain bike 5 kms to our Paragliding site through unpaved terrains. Here you could take tandem joy rides with our professional instructors. The joyrides would be for 1½ to 2 mins or more.

Post the paragliding activity, you would be dropped back to Khandisyan from where you bike down on paved roads (slim traffic) to Deoprayag for 32 kms for a pure downhill thrill.

Total ride time: 2½-3 hrs
Fitness required: Average
Mountain Bikes used: Front and rear suspension, alloy chassis.
Camp to Camp time: 0800 – 1730 hrs
Cost: Rs. 2500 per person (includes bikes, packed lunch, snacks and vehicle support)

Mountain Biking
(minimum of 4 pax required)

The surroundings of the camp provides beautiful stretches for mountain biking. The bikers will be dropped off at Buakhal (1800 m), about 6 kms from Pauri (1750 m) and 2 hrs drive from the camp. It’s a beautifully curvy ride down unpaved trails, all the way to Chamdar (1200 m), on the banks of the Alaknanda river. You pass villages like Khirsu (1850 m), Bugani and Dewalgarh. The section is very thin in human population and you get wonderful views of the snow clad Himalayan peaks during the trip.

Drop in height: ~ 600-700 m
Total ride time: 3-4 hrs
Fitness required: Average
Mountain Bikes used: Front and rear suspension, alloy chassis.
Camp to Camp time: 0800 – 1700 hrs
Cost: Rs. 1500 per person (includes bikes, packed lunch, snacks and vehicle support)

Rafting
(minimum of 4 pax required)

Upper Alaknanda (Gauchar to Rudraprayag) – Drive from base camp to Gauchar, 68 kms away. Raft from here to Rudraprayag, an 18 kms stretch. Experience Khakar rapid which is a Class IV rapid.
White Water Class range: III to IV
Raft time: 3½-4 hrs
Camp to Camp time: 0800 – 1700 hrs
Cost: Rs. 2000 per person (includes packed lunch, snacks and transport)

Upper Alakhnanda (Gauchar to Dharidevi) – Drive from base camp to Gauchar, 68 kms away. Raft from here to Dharidevi, a 32 kms stretch. Experience Khakar rapid and Rocky Brothers rapids which are high on the list of great rapids to run.
White Water Class range: III to IV+
Raft time: 5-6 hrs
Camp to Camp time: 0800 – 1700 hrs
Cost: Rs. 2500 per person (includes packed lunch, snacks and transport)

Bhagirathi - Drive from base camp to Koteshwar dam and raft down to Deoprayag, a 24 kms stretch.
White Water Class range: III to IV+
Raft time: 4-5 hrs
Camp to Camp time: 0800 – 1700 hrs
Cost: Rs. 2500 per person (includes packed lunch, snacks and transport)

Kayaking

A basic course in Kayaking in eddies (anti currents) of the Alaknanda river, close to the camp.

Class range: Still water, eddies and/or minimum currents
Duration: 1½-2 hrs per person
Cost: Rs. 1500 per person

Tour Packages

2 Days/1Night

2Days/1Night

Day 1: Arrive at the camp by 0800 hrs. After breakfast, RAFT from the Camp to Deoprayag (22 kms/3 hrs) through exciting Class II and III rapids. Return to the camp at the end of the rafting stretch for a late lunch. Post lunch relax in the camp and towards evening, head out for a session of rock climbing and rappelling under the watchful eyes of our instructors. At night enjoy bonfire and dinner by the riverside.

Day 2: Early in the morning, set out on a trek (2-3 hrs) in the surrounding jungle or along the river banks. Return to the camp for breakfast and post breakfast head out for a session of BRIDGE SLITHERING (slither down into the river from a 70 ft high bridge across the river). Lunch at the camp followed by departure to your onward destination.

COST OF THE TRIP: Rs. 3300 per person

3 Days/2Night

3Days/2Night

Day 1: Arrive at the camp by 0800 hrs. After breakfast, drive up to Kirtinagar (7 kms) and here indulge in BRIDGE SLITHERING (slither down into the river from a 70 ft high bridge across the river). After the activity, drive further up to Srikot and from here RAFT down till the camp for late lunch. In the evening, relax at the camp by the riverside. In the night, bonfire and dinner by the riverside.

Day 2: After breakfast, raft down from the camp till Deoprayag (22 kms/3 hrs). This is an exciting run on the river where you would encounter a number of Class II & III rapids and finally ending the run at the confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers. Return to the camp at the end of the rafting stretch for a late lunch. Post lunch relax in the camp with a game of beach volleyball, cricket, etc. At night, enjoy bonfire and dinner by the riverside.

Day 3: Early in the morning, set out on a trek (2-3 hrs) in the surrounding jungle or along the river banks. Return to the camp for breakfast and post breakfast head out for a session of ROCK CLIMBING & RAPPELLING. Lunch at the camp followed by departure to your onward destination.

COST OF THE TRIP: Rs. 5300 per person

COST OF THE PROGRAM

Notice:
•	Children below 5 years of age are complimentary (without extra bed)
•	Children between the ages of 5-12 are at 60% of package price ( without extra bed)

COST INCLUDES

Accommodation: In Luxury Swiss cottage tents

Food: Veg/Non-Veg multi-cuisine meals (Indian, Chinese, Continental). Tea/Coffee & snacks to be served whenever required.

Activities: like rock climbing, rappelling, bridge slithering, hiking, river crossing, etc. as mentioned in the itinerary.

Experienced instructors & state-of-the-art equipment to ensure maximum safety
Bonfire in the nights
Doctor on call

COST DOES NOT INCLUDE

Service Tax (@4.95%)
Transport (also the transfers to an from the activity sites)
Liquor, soft drinks, bottled water, beverages, etc.
Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, etc.
Any services / meals not mentioned above
Insurance

CHILD POLICY

Complimentary for children below 5 years (without extra bed)
Children between 5-12 yrs get a 40% discount (without extra bed)

EXTRAS

Cocktail snacks: Rs. 150 per person (1 Veg + 1 Non-veg)*
Rs. 200 per person (2 Veg + 2 Non-veg)*

*4.95% Service Tax extra

ADD-ONS

One night in Camp Verdant Valley, Kund: Rs. 1400 per person*

*4.95% Service Tax extra

PAYMENT TERMS

Rates are valid till June 30, 2008
Full payment to be made in advance at the time of booking the trip
Payment to be made by Cheque/DD in favour of GREAT INDIAN OUTDOORS (P) LTD. payable at New Delhi/Gurgaon
Payment for this trip will not be adjusted against any future trips
Cancellation policy
>21 days: Full refund (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for transport, etc.)
14-20 days: 75% of trip cost will be refunded (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for transport, etc.)
7-13 days: 50% of trip cost will be refunded (after deducting any expenses that have been incurred for transport, etc.)
<7 days: No refund

DISCLAIMER

Great Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. takes utmost care to ensure the safety of its clients. However in the case of any unforeseen mishaps, Great Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. will not be liable for any injuries caused or for loss of life. All disputes rising due to the above are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi/Delhi only.

Train: Delhi-Haridwar

*All costs are Rs. per person (Rs. 50 per person booking charges extra)

Train	ETD	ETA	1A	2A	3A	SL	CC	2S
Shatabdi Express	0655 hrs	1122 hrs	825	-	-	151	435	-
Janshatabdi Express	1525 hrs	1925 hrs	-	-	-	-	345	107
Mussoorie Express	2215 hrs	0535 hrs	926	546	394	-	-	-
NZM-DDN AC Special	2305 hrs	0400 hrs	873	515	373	-	-	-

*All costs are Rs. per vehicle (Service Tax extra)

From Haridwar, a pickup could be organised, and would cost the following (includes pickup from Haridwar, transfers for activities and drop back to Haridwar):

Vehicle	2 Days	3 Days
Tata Indica	5500	6300
Toyota Qualis	7000	8500
Toyota Innova	7500	9500
27-seater Coach (Non-A/C)	15000	18000

*All costs are Rs. per person (Rs. 50 per person booking charges extra)

Train: Haridwar-Delhi

Train	ETD	ETA	1A	2A	3A	SL	CC	2S
Janshatabdi Express	0623 hrs	1115 hrs	-	-	-	-	345	107
NZM-DDN AC Special	1025 hrs	1440 hrs	873	515	373	-	-	-
Shatabdi Express	1813 hrs	2245 hrs	890	-	-	-	475	-
Mussoorie Express	2320 hrs	0720 hrs	926	546	394	151	-	-

*All costs are Rs. per vehicle (Service Tax extra)

By Road: The distance from Delhi to the camp is 300 kms and would take about 9-10 hrs. A vehicle could be arranged for the trip and would cost the following:

Vehicle	2 Days	3 Days
Tata Indica	9800	10800
Toyota Qualis	10900	11900
Toyota Innova	12300	13300
27-seater Coach (Non-A/C)	24500	26500
27-seater Coach (A/C)	26500	28500

*All costs are Rs. per vehicle (Service Tax extra)

Note: Transport rates are subject to change

From Delhi drive towards Ghaziabad. Before Ghaziabad city take the highway towards Meerut. Before Meerut city take the Bypass to Muzaffarnagar. Do not enter Muzaffarnagar town and take the bypass towards Roorkee. Go past Roorkee to Haridwar continue towards Rishikesh. From Rishikesh take the Badrinath highway and drive towards Byasi – market place. Drive for another 6 km to reach Kaudiyala and continue till you reach Devprayag. From Devprayag continue to drive for 34 km to reach Srinagar (Gharwal) town. From Srinagar drive to Rudraprayag (34 km drive ). At Rudraprayag take the Kedarnath highway and drive past Tilwara and Agastyamuni. Another 16 km drive will bring you to Kund. At Kund take the Ukhmat route and drive for 2 km to reach camp Verdant valley.

Below is a list of essentials you would require at the camp

T-shirts/Shirts
Shorts
Comfortable fit Jeans/Track Pants
Jacket
Sweater
Floaters
Comfortable walking shoes/sneakers
Sunscreen Lotion
Cap
Flashlight
Sunglasses
Medicines, if requiring any specific medication
Camera (optional)

Carry your stuff in a duffel bag/soft shoulder bag or a rucksack and avoid suitcases/strollers.

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