National Himalayan Trekking Expedition:Sar Pass-2013

National Himalayan Trekking Expedition - Sar Pass in the Parvati Valley of Kullu District of Himachal Pradesh.

• SAR Pass Trail offers an opportunity to enjoy the exquisite beauty of the Parvati valley with Kasol, Tila Lotni, Biskeri and Manikaran as its beauty spots. Kasol is famous for its cool and pleasant climate and tall pine trees. Tila Lotni can literally be called the little ICE LAND, where one can experience the challenges of nature in full fury, during spine chilling cold nights. The splendid views of snowy peaks offer an endless feast to the eyes. Biskeri fascinates the trekkers with its sweet grasses, wild flowers and a variety of birds. Hot water springs of Manikaran, are bliss. A natural hot water bath at these springs relieves you of all the tiredness and rejuvenates the body, mind and soul with a new energy.
• Schedule : Day 1: Reporting at base camp, Youth Hostel Kasol (6500ft) Day 2: Acclimatization and Orientation Day 3: Rock Climbing and Rappelling Day 4: By bus to Ghatigadh (7400ft)- 13km, 1hr & trek to Youth Hostel Galgithatch (8500ft)- 5km, 4hr Day 5: Trek to Youth hostel Khora Thatch (9800ft)- 7km, 5hr Day 6: Trek to Youth hostel Zirmi (11000ft)- 6km, 5hr Day 7: Trek to Youth Hostel Tila Lotni (12500ft)- 6kms, 4hr Day8 : Trek to Youth Hostel Biskeri Thatch (11000ft) via SAR Pass (13800ft)- 9km, 6hr Day 9: Trek to Youth Hostel Bhandak Thatch (8000ft) 10kms - 6hrs Day 10: Trek up to Barshani Road (5km, 2hr) head, transfer by bus to Manikaran and trek up to the Base Camp Kasol, Valedictory function. Day 11: Group departs after Breakfast.
• Dates : You may choose to report at the base camp on any day from 1st May to 5th June 2013.
• Age : Minimum age is 15 years. Age restriction will be strictly adhered to. Under age will not be considered in any case.
• Things To Bring Along With You : Rucksacks (if you have one), cotton shirts, cotton pants, woolen jersey of jacket, woolen muffler or monkey cap, light raincoat, DMS or hunter shoes, 2 pairs socks, water bottle, lunch box, enameled or steel mug or tumbler, plate, spoon, water purifying tablets, pen-knifs, needle, thread, spare buttons goggles (other than blue glasses), cold cream or Vaseline, soap, toilet paper, towel, medicines which you normally use at home.
• Fees : Participation fee are Rs.3400/- per head which will cover stay in tented accommodation, simple nutritious vegetarian food, guidance, equipments and insurance. You will however, bear the to and fro travel expenses from your hometown to the base camp and back.
• Where To Report : For Sar Pass trail, our base camp is at Kasol which is linked by road to Kullu-via-Bhuntar, it is 5 kms short of Manikaran, famous for hot water springs. Regular bus services are available from Kullu and Bhuntar to reach Kasol,
• How to Apply : Members desirous of joining this program may apply online through our website www.yhaindia.org, or, by the prescribed registration form duly supported by a Medical Certificate, along with a DD of requisite amount in favor of Hostels Association of India, payable at New Delhi. Members can also apply through the State Branch or Local Unit of YHAI