Friday, December 28, 2012

National Himalayan Trekking Expedition 2013 SAURKUNDI PASS.

National Himalayan Trekking Expedition 2013 SAURKUNDI PASS.
  • Himachal is the ultimate destination for adventure sports; Trekking through the Shivalik Range with beautiful trail surpasses the charm of all momentary pleasures. Saurkundi Pass Trail offers an opportunity to enjoy the timeless beauty of Kullu valley with Segli, Maylee and Longa Thatch as the beauty spots. Base camp Bandroll is famous for its cool and pleasant climate with tall pine trees. Daura Thatch can be literally called the small Siachin where one can experience the true challenge of nature in full fury of chilling spine cold nights. The splendid views of snowy peaks offer an endless feast to the eyes. Longa Thatch fascinates the trekkers with their sweet grasses, wild flowers and a variety of birds.
  • Come and join SAURKUNDI PASS TREK and explore the beauty of unspoiled Kullu valley.
  • Dates : You may choose to report at the base camp on any day from 25th April to 31st May 2013.
  • Age : The minimum age for joining the expedition is 15 years. This condition will be adhered to strictly. Under age will not be considered in any case.
  • Fee : Participation fee Rs.3350/- per head which cover stay in tented accommodation, Nutritious Vegetarian meals,guidance, forest entry fee and insurance. Participants will bear to and fro travel expenses from their home to base camp.
  • How to Reach : For Saurkundi Pass trail, our base camp is at Bandroll which is on Kullu Manali Highway, it is 7kms ahead of Kullu Bus stand. Regular bus services are available from Delhi, Chandigarh, Punjab to Kullu Manali. Nearest railheads are Ambala and Chandigarh. Nearest Airport is Bhuntar.
  • Schedule Day 1: Reporting at base camp Youth Hostel Bandroll Day 2: Acclimatization and Orientation Day 3: Rock Climbing and Rappelling Day 4: Trek to Youth Hostel Segli 8kms ? (7100ft) 5hrs Day 5: Trek to Youth hostel Hora Thatch (9000ft) 10km ? 7hrs Day 6: Trek to Youth hostel Maylee Thatch (10500ft) 9kms ? 7hrs Day 7: Trek to Youth Hostel Doura Thatch (11300ft) 10kms - 7hrs Day8: Trek to Youth Hostel Longa Thatch (10800ft) via Saurkundi Pass (12900ft) 12kms ? 8hrs Day 9: Trek to Youth Hostel Lekhni (8100ft) 10kms ? 4hrs Day 10: Trek to Alu Ground (Manali )- 5km, 2hr- Road head, transfer by bus to Base camp Bandroll, Valedictory function. Day 11: Group departs after Breakfast.
  • 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

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

ANDAMAN ISLANDS (NATURE & ECO STUDY TOURS) 2012-13

  • ANDAMAN ISLANDS (NATURE & ECO STUDY TOURS) 2012-13
  • (ORG. BY TAMIL NADU STATE BRANCH) Chennai Youth Hostel
  • Date : 17 Dec, 2012 - 21 Jan, 2013 6 Days Including travel expenses, accommodation, food and sightseeing Rs.18500/- per member
  • NATURE AND ECO STUDY TOUR TO KALAPANI-ANDAMAN ISLAND BY AIR & BY SHIP 5NIGHTS & 6 DAYS AT PORTBLAIR
  • ORGANIZED BY TAMIL NADU STATE BRANCH
  • DURATION 9 days (including ship journey) 6 days- by air
  • MODE OF TRANSPORT -Chennai to Port Blair by Ship -Port Blair to Chennai by Air -Chennai- Port Blair- Chennai, by air TRAVEL CLASS Bunk Class, 2nd class cabin & 1st class cabin (all classes are air conditioned)
  • PARTICIPATION FEE Class Onward Ship Return by Air (Rs.) Both ways by Air (Rs.) A/c Bunk Class 18500 22000 A/c Second Class 21000 A/c First Class Cabin 22000 The above fees include travel expenses, accommodation, food and sightseeing expenses. Those who are willing to participate in the above program are requested to give their name, their father?s name, address, date of birth, telephone and fax no., nationality, photocopies of driving license/ passport/ election ID and four passport photos. Senior Citizen should send the original ID Proof for buying Ship tickets along with full participation fee by D. D. FAVORING Youth Hostels Association of India, Tamil Nadu State Branch on, or before the following last days to state office. 
  • Program: 24/08/122nd Program: 22/09/123rd Program: 19/10/124th Program: 17/11/125th Program: 21/12/12
  • For further details, contact:Youth Hostels Association of IndiaTamil Nadu State Branch2-D, Viswas Flats, Pillaiyar Koil Street, Nesapakkam, West K. K. Nagar, Chennai- 600 078Phone: 044 24890976, Email: yhaitn@yahoo.co.in/ contact@yhaindia.org

NATIONAL FAMILY CAMPING KERALA BEACH- 2013

  • NATIONAL FAMILY CAMPING KERALA BEACH- 2013 Varkala Base Camp - 17 Jan, 2013 - 25 Jan, 2013 : 4N / 5D (Fee:Rs.3800+Booking Amt:Rs.285)  Including food, accommodation, equipments, guidance & insuranceRs.4085/- per member
  • Beaches: The long stretch of Keralas coastline of about 900 km with its string of many ports has played a decisive role in shaping the history of Kerala. Varkala : This town 51 Km. north of Trivandrum, is known for a beautiful beach and a Vishnu shrine dedicated to lord Janardhana. Varkala is a beautiful sea side resort with mineral water springs. The sea shore is called papanasam. The Sivagiri mutt is situated at an elevation, 3km east of the Janardhana temple. This was built in 1904 by the great reformist Sree Narayana Guru.
  • Aim for organizing the program 1. Eco Friendly Family Camp 2. Keep Beach Clean 3. To develop beach and back water tourism
  • Reporting date : Arrangement has been made to accommodate 25 families on each of the following dates 17th January 13 , 21st January 13 , 25th January 13
  • Duration : The program begins on 17th January 2013 at the Varkala Base Camp. Family can report at the base camp on any of the above mentioned dates, after getting your seats confirmed. The duration of the camp for each family is 4 nights and 5 days. Reporting is on the 1st day and departure after breakfast on the 5th day. Extra stay is subjected to the availability of accommodation, on payment.
  • Schedule : During the stay at the camp, campers may visit Varkala Beach, Sivagiri, Ponmudi Hill Station, Kovalam, Padmanabhapuram Palace Kanyakumari, Padmanabhaseami Temple and Trivandrum City. All sightseeing shall be at your own cost. Our volunteers may help you in planning your program.
  • Who can Participate 1) Any YHAI member can participate on first come first serve bases 2) A family consists of husband, wife and two children up to the age of 12years. Copy of Birth certificate for the children between age 10 to 12 years must be attached with application forms or must be submitted at the time of reporting at the Base Camp 3) A single person does not constitute a family and shall not be registered for the camp. Parent of very small children should arrange for their bottle feed.
  • Participation Fee : Participation fee is Rs.3800/- for a family consisting of husband, wife and two children up to the age of 12 years. Note : YHAI Trekking expeditions are not subsidized by any government aid or any donors.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

YHAI Gujarat State 3Day 2 Night Zarwani & Junaraj Trek

  • YOUTH HOSTELS ASSOCIATIONS OF INDIA - GUJARAT STATE BRANCH 
  • YHAI Gujarat State 3Day 2 Night Zarwani & Junaraj Trek
  • Date : 23rd, 24th & 25th Nov. 2012 ( Friday-Saturday & Sunday)

Dear Youth Hosteller, 
  • Organised by : YHAI GUJARAT STATE BRANCH 
  • Participant : All YHAI UNIT from Gujarat State (Maximum Two participant from each YHAI Gujarat State Unit will be sponsored by YHAI Gujarat State Branch for this programme )  
  • Age Limit : Minimum 10 year.  
  • Programme Conducted by : YHAI Bharuch Unit : Naresh Chauhan / Dr. Yusuf Doctor / Rajiv Tibdewal.
  • Date : 23rd, 24th and 25th Nov. 2012. Friday - Saturday & Sunday 
  • Fee : Rs. 1200/- from Bharuch to Bharuch with all transportation. Rs. 900/- without transportation from base camp to base camp : Zarwani Eco Camp site.  
  • Duration : 3 day 2 night.  
  • Reporting : At Bharuch on 23rd Nov.2012 after 7.30 PM ( Dinner will be served at 8.30 PM) or at Zarwani Campsite on 24th Nov.2012 at 9.30 AM. for participant who wish to do direct reporting. Shedule : 
  • Day .1 Friday : 23rd Nov.2012 : Repoerting at Bharuch from 7.00 PM to 9.00 PM , Dinner will be served to all reported participant up to 8.300 PM. 
  • Day . 2 Sat, 24th Nov.2012 : Dep. from Bharuch Railway station at 6.00 AM sharp and arr. at Shoolpaneshwar Temple for Tea & Breakfast. Trek of 7 KM up tom Zarwni water fall ( Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctury) and evening visit to another Water fall at Limda Falia. Night stay at ZARWNI ECO Tourism site. Dinner and Camp fire
  • Day. 3 Sunday, 25th Nov.2012 : Dep. from Zarwani and arr. at Karjan Dam site. A trek of 11 Km for JUNARAJ village , Lunch and dep. by Boat journey of 1 hr., Light refreshment and back to Bharuch city at 7.00 PM. group break at Bharuch. 
  • Fee include : All internal transport by Bus and Tempo, Veg. food , Boat jopurney, forest entry fee, Guide fee etc.
  • Contact : YHAI GUJARAT STATE BRANCH : 
  • Chairman: Rashmikant Chhipa-9825649005,  
  • President : Mehul shah-9825092400, 
  • VicePresident: Yashpalsinh Zala-9825178402,
  • VicePresident:Laxman Rabari-9426715718,
  • VicePresident:Naresh Chauhan-9898097664,
  • Hon. Secretary:Rajesh Modi-9426718200, 
  • Treasurer:MU Zaveri :9428074865
  • Write to " yhaibharuch@gmail.com

Thursday, September 27, 2012

YHAI Orissa Sea Beach Trekking

  • YHAI Orissa Sea Beach Trekking Program Duration : 18 Dec 2012 to 31 Dec 2012
  • The long coastal belt of Odisha offers some of the finest white sand beaches in the world. Virginal and unspoilt, it is not surprising that they are becoming a regular haunt for avid beach combers and sea worshippers. Trekkers can enjoy the beauty of the coastal region in a trekking programme devised for the area between Puri and Satapada that covers interesting terrain, Sand dunes, aqueous swamps and dense casuarinas forests add variety and a piquant novelty to the trek. The surrounding countryside is rich with flora and fauna and the sighting of black-buck or the giant sea turtles or the playful Irrawaddy Dolphins cavorting in the Chilika Lake give the entire experience a delightful fillip.
  • Participation Fee : The participation fee has been fixed at Rs. 2,800/-per YHAI Member (Non member Rs. 2,950/-). This will cover your stay, Simple Nutritious vegetarian food, guidance, insurance and equipment. Participants will bear the travel expenses to Base camp and back to their homes.
  • Program Route and Schedule: Day 01: Report at Base camp Puri., Day 02: Acclimatization & Orientation. Day 03: Trek to Bali Harachandi, 12 kms. - 4hours. Day 04: Trek to Arkhakuda, 14 kms. - 5 hours. Day 05: Boating to Rambhartia and Trek to Rajhansa- 7 km (2 hrs.) again boating to Satapada (Chilika Lake) Day 06: Satapada to base camp by Bus- 50 km. Day 07: Option 1: Breakfast & Disburse (Participants may plan their return journey after 4 PM on Day 6) Option 2: Participant can Visit to Konark- Sun Temple, Dhauli ? Budha Stup, Khandagiri- Udayagiri Caves, Nandan Kanana Zoo & Bhubaneswar at extra cost. (One day trip)
  • Participants only above 12 years of age and having sound health can only participate
  • You may choose to report at Base Camp Puri on any dates from 18th Dec. to 31st December 2012.
  • About Chilika : It is the largest brackish water lagoon in Asia with estuarine character and a welcoming wintering ground for millions of migratory avifauna. About 52 number of rivers and rivulets drain into the Lake. It has a mouth linked with sea on the eastern side. The area of the lagoon varies between 1165 and 906 Sq. km. during mansoon and summer respectively. Based on its highly productive ecosystem, rich biodiversity and socio-economic importance, Chilka was designated a Ramsar site in 1981, under the Convention of Wetland of International Importance. It has rare, threatened and endangered species, including the limbless skink and Irrawaddy Dolphin.
  • How to Reach the Base-Camp: The base camp will be at Youth Hostel, PURI. It is a famous pilgrimage place, otherwise known as Lord Jagannath Dham. It is well connected by Trains and Road from every part of India. Nearest Airport is at BHUBANESWAR, 60km. from PURI. What you should bring : Rucksack (if you have one), Cotton Shirts, Pants/ Jeans, Hunter Shoes, Light Jacket/Sweeter, Two pair of cotton socks, Sun cap, Sun glasses, Mug, Plate, Spoon, Torch, Cold Cream or Vaseline, Adhesive Plaster, Lunch Box, Water Bottle, Soap, Toilet Paper, Towel, Medicines you use normally and minimum of other personal effects.
  • How to Apply : Members desiring to join this programme may apply on a prescribed Registration form duly supported by a Medical Certificate, Along with DD of requisite amount in favor of SECRETARY, YOUTH HOSTELS ASSOCIATION OF INDIA, and ODISHA STATE BRANCH payable at ANGUL. This can also be down loaded from www.yhaindia.org. You can also apply ONLINE.
  • For Further details please contact: Youth Hostels Association of India Odisha State Branch, Amalapada, Gandhi Marg, Angul-759122 . Orissa Mobile: 09437061774, 09937890166 .
  • YHAI MALAD UNIT : National Trek - Trek Sahyadri : 2012 : Winter Trekking Expedition (Thirteenth Year)
  • Since year 2000 YHAI Malad Unit are organizing Trek Sahyadri : Lonaval Khandla region
  • Every year YHAI Malad Unit have made changes as to the taste of participants and suggestion given by them
  • Every year YHAI Malad Unit have received participation from all over the country.
  • The efforts taken by YHAI Malad unit volunteers are very well appreciated by participants
  • Date : 18th Nov. 2012,Sunday to 22nd Nov. 2012
  • Organised by : YHAI- MAHARASHTRA STATE BRANCH - MALAD UNIT (27-MAH-053 )
  • REPORTING PLACE : Khurvandi VILLAGE 5 Km from LONAVALA.
  • DURATION OF TREK : 6 DAYS,REPORTING TIME : 06.30 am ? MUMBAI (Pick up point), 9.00 to 9.30 am ? LONAVALA Railway Station (West)
  • PARTICIPATION FEES : Rs. 2900/- Per Head (Rupees Two thousand Nine hundred only)
  • ROUTE OF TREK: Ekvira Temple, Karle caves, Bhaje caves, Fort Lohagad, Dudhari Pass,? Powna Lake, Dukes nose ,Lonavala city, Khandala, Fort Rajmachi, Kondana caves-Kondivade, Karjat
  • ACCOMODATION : Simple accommodation /Houses of Villagers at higher camps
  • FOOD : Simple Nutritious Vegetarian Food ,PARTICIPANTS : 40 Persons per Batch ,
  • TOTAL BATCHES : 1 batche.
  • AGE GROUP : Minimum 11 years old ,
  • CLIMATE : Temp. Max. : 250 Celsius, Temp. Min. : 100 Celsius
  • ROUTE DETAIL OF TREK : 1st Day :Powna :Reporting at Khurvandi Base camp (Lanavala) between 09.00 to 09.30 am. Participants reporting at Mumbai will be taken to base camp by private bus. Others can report directly at base camp. Railway station Lonavala is on Mumbai-Pune route. 2nd Day: Malavali camp 8 KM, 3rd Day : Jumbivali 9 KM, 4th Day : Rajamachi Camp 15 KM ,5th Day : Rajamachi Darshan, 6th Day : Konivade 11 KM
  • For details on Membership & Registration please be in touch with us on: Email:yhai@yhaimalad.org ,YHAI Maharastra stata Branch : 022 24126004. Mr. Vasant : 9892115188, MS. Sonia : 9920162612 

Friday, September 14, 2012

YHAI KEEP KERALA BEACHES CLEAN

  • KEEP KERALA BEACHES CLEAN
  • PROJECT : During all last few years, we have seen Kerala Beaches getting dirtier and polluted as thousands of tourists visit Kerala Beaches every day in the tourist season..They use their own cars, taxis and other vehicles to go to the beaches to enjoy sea, surfs and allied sports. Due to our long association with this region, we feel concerned about the deteriorating environment and pollution at such an important pass. You are, therefore, requested to send application of volunteers as early as possible for this very special drive and thereby contribute to noble cause of keeping environment clean.
  • WHO CAN PARTICIPATE : Volunteers for each group shall consist of YHAI members from different states in order of preference: Camp leaders, Co Directors, Field Directors, Participants of National/State level Expedition. The application should be forwarded by the respective State Branches.
  • CRITERIA FOR SELECTION :Preferred age group – 20 Years to 50 Years , The Volunteer should be in excellent physical and medical fitness duly certified by a Registered Doctor. The volunteers must have taste for adventure and willingness to serve as volunteer in rough and tough terrain. ,The volunteers should be able to withhold the stress and strain in such conditions feet for a long duration of 5 days., Right of selection of volunteers is reserved with Youth Hostels Association of India, New Delhi
  • REPORTING DATES : The Volunteers have to report at the base camp on the first day of the each batch they have selected or have been nominated:
  • 1st Group report at Trivandrum on 18/10/2012
  • 2nd Group report at Ernakulam on 22/10/2012
  • 3rd Group report at Tirur on 24/10/2012
  • Registration of the volunteers to be made as per aforesaid criteria through YHAI State Branches; each group shall consist of volunteer from different states. Final Selection will be made by the National Office.
  • DURATION : The Programme begins on 18th Oct 2012, at Kovalam Beach. Volunteers have to report at the base camp as per their selection as confirmed by the YHAI. The duration of the camp for each group of volunteers is 5 Days and Nights and departure after breakfast on 6th day.
  • WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING : Cotton cloths, walking shoes, raincoats, hand gloves, bed sheet, sun glass, torch with spare batteries, lunch box, water bottle, steel mugs, plate, spoon, cold cream, toilet paper, Vaseline/Anti-sunburn cream, medicine which you normally use at home.
  • No participation fees. Volunteers have to bear only the traveling expenses to and fro concerned beach to their respective hometown.
  • Volunteers shall be awarded with Certificate for their Volunteer work ON COMPLETION.
  • What YHAI will provide:
  • 1. Accommodation in tents with blankets and sleeping bags.
  • 2. Simple nutritious Vegetarian food.
  • RISK FACTORS: Exhaustion due to stress and strain, Any unforeseen event
  • YHAI will provide adequate assistance in the above circumstances but cannot be held responsible for any risks mentioned or not mentioned above.
  • Volunteer desirous of joining this voluntary work may apply on a prescribed Registration form (appended) duly supported by a Medical certificate through state branch.
  • For any query, please contact National Office, Delhi on telephone Nos.011-26110250, 26871969 or Shri Janardhan Shine, Project Coordinator at his Number: 09447061522.
  • We expect early response from your Side...........

Thursday, July 26, 2012

YHAI Winter Trek

  • YHAI Kodaikanal - Munnar Winter Trekking Expedition - 2012
  • Date : 23rd December 2012 to 5th January 2013.
  • YOUTH HOSTELS ASSOCIATION OF INDIA, Tamilnadu State Branch is organising the Winter Trekking Expedition in the beautiful region of Kodaikanal - Munnar from 23rd December 2012 to 5th January 2013.
  • Eight Groups : Each Group Seven Days Trek : (23rd Dec.2012 to 05th Jan. 2013) First Group will report on 23-12-12 and Fifth group will report on 30-12-12.
  • Camp Duration: 6 nights & 7 days
  • PARTICIPATION FEES: Member Rs.4100, Non-Member Rs.4200, The fee includes simple vegetarian food, accommodation, supervision, expert guidance and equipment for 7 Days & 6 Night.
  • HOW TO PARTICIPATE : Those who are interested to participate should send their bio-data along with a Bank Draft for Rs.4,000 / Rs.4,100 favouring YHAI, Tamil Nadu State Branch latest by 15th Dec. 2009 and mail it to Youth Hostels Association of India, Tamil Nadu State Branch, 2-D, Viswas Flats, Pillaiyar Koil Street, Nesapakkam, West K.K. Nagar, Chennai - 600 078. For participants below the age of 15, a consent letter from their parents is essential.

  •  NILGIRI HILLS TREKKING EXPEDITION - 2012 (OOTY) : NEW ROUTE
  • Once again, We welcome you to trek in the enchanting Nilgiris with us. The purpose of this programme is to offer the youth new trekking region in the Nilgiris and providing a healthy outdoor activityduring the week end.
  • Six Groups - Each Group Six Days Trek
  • Date : 14th Oct. to 24th Oct. 2011
  • First group will report on 14.10.2011
  • Last group will report on 19.10.2011
  • PARTICIPATION : Participation in the programme is open to all educational Institutions, Individuals and recognized units of YHAI,Participants have to bear all travel expenses from their place to the base camp and back.
  • PARITICIPATION FEES : Rs.3900/- MEMBER, NON-MEMBER:Rs.4000/- The fee includes simple vegitarian food,accommodation,supervision expert guidance and equipment for 6 days.
  • HOW TO PARTICIPATE :Those who are interested to participate should send their bio-data along with a Bank draft for Rs.3500/- favouring YHAI, Tamil Nadu State Branch and mail to youth Hostels Association of India,Tamil Nadu state Branch,2-D Viswas Flats,Pillaiyar Koil street,Nesapakkam,West K.K.Nagar, Chennai - 600 078.
  • REPORTING: All participants will report at 2.30 p.m on the reporting date allotted to them at OOTY Youth Hostel.
  • HOW TO REACH BASE CAMP : OOTY Youth Hostel, Solomon house, Missionary Hills, Conoor road, ( Behind RTO Office) OOTY - 643 002.Nearest bus stop is charing cross.
  • For Further Details Contact : YOUTH HOSTELS ASSOCIATION OF INDIA - TAMIL NADU STATE BRANCH, 2-D, Viswas Flats,Pillaiyar Koil Street, Nesapakkam,West K.K.Nagar,Chennai - 600 078. Phone : 044-2489 0976, Telefax : 044-2489 0976, E-mail : yhaitn@yahoo.co.in