Eco-Adventure Code: AP-RR-Treks-Adventures-2011-10-05_v1
CHOPTA-DEORIATAL
TREK
30°29′22″N 79°12′55″E
TRIP
HIGHLIGHTS:
This adventure trip
offers a unique introduction to India. A combination of trains, temples,
Himalayas and rivers the trip is considered to be one of the classics.
The trip starts
with a train journey from Delhi to Rishikesh (one of the holiest towns in
India, made famous by the Beetles in late 60s). We then drive up to the road
head at Sari village enroute passing Rudraprayag where Jim Corbett shot his
first leopard. From Sari we take a short beautiful trek of 3 km to get to
Deoriatal Lake. On clear weather days, one can see the beautiful reflection of
Chaukhamba Peak in the Lake. From the
lake we then trek till Chopta, famous for its alpine meadows and onwards to
Tungnath.
The Tungnath temple
is dedicated to lord Shiva and this is the place where the arm of lord Shiva
appeared. This is one of the five Kedars built by the Pandavas as a mark of
their gratitude to Lord Shiva.
The grand finale is
a stay at the scenic MHE rafting camp at Shivpuri where you will get a chance
to face the white waters of the mighty Ganga.
CATEGORY Trek / Rafting
DURATION 07 Days
GRADE Easy/Moderate
SEASON All
LOCATION Uttarakhand
AREA Uttarkashi
DAY’S ON TREK 04
Days DRIVING
02 Days
ITINERARY
DAY
01: ARRIVE HARIDWAR RAILWAY STATION - DRIVE SHIVPURI (40 km /1.5 hrs)
Meeting and
assistance upon arrival at Haridwar railway station thereafter continue drive
to Beach Camp Shivpuri (40 km /1.5 hrs).
Arrive early afternoon at the Jungle camp. Shivpuri is 14 km from
Rishikesh. Rishikesh is at the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayas. It is here
that the holy Ganges changes from a fierce mountain river to a calm meandering
one. Rishikesh is dotted with shrines and ashrams.
Lunch at camp.
After lunch indulge in camp activities like rope-course, kayaking, dune
jumping, swimming, trekking and beach volleyball etc.
Campfire followed
by buffet spread dinner.
Overnight in deluxe tents on twin share basis.
(L, D)
DAY 02: SHIVPURI -
SARI VILLAGE (189 KM / 6-7 HRS) – TREK TO DEORIATAL (2438 M/ 5 KM/ 2 HRS)
After
breakfast drive to Sari village via Ukhimath. Sari village is the road-head for
the trek to Deoriatal. Walk up a steep 5 kms track to reach Deoriatal (2438m)
in about 2 hours. Packed lunch enroute.
Nestled
in the heart of the Garhwal Himalayas surrounded by mighty snow-capped
mountains, Deoriatal is still a virgin territory for those who wish to explore
places off the beaten track. The reflection of the Chaukhamba peak in the
crystal clear water of the lake is a sight to behold.
Camp
by the lake for dinner and overnight stay in expedition tents. (B, L, D)
DAY 03: TREK
DEORIATAL - SARI CHOPTA (2895 M/ 14 KM / 6 HRS)
After breakfast trek to Chopta (Lower Chopta: Baniya Kund) via Sari
Village (14km / 6hrs). At an altitude of 2895 m, Chopta is one of the most
picturesque spots in the entire Garhwal region. Packed lunch en-route.
Dinner and overnight in expedition tents. (B, L, D)
DAY 04: CHOPTA - TUNGNATH (3580 m) - CHOPTA (12 km / 5 - 6 hrs)
Breakfast in camp. Full day trek to Tungnath (12 km / 5 - 6hrs). At
Tungnath is the Bahu or hand of the Buffalo-Shiva. The arms of Lord Shiva came
out as per the Kedarnath myth of Tunganath. He is worshipped here as one of the
Panch Kedars. The Tungnath Temple at an altitude of 3580 m is the highest Shiva
shrine among the Panch Kedars but the easiest to reach from Chopta, the nearest
road head. Packed lunch en-route.
Dinner and
overnight in expedition tents. (B, L, D)
DAY 05 : DRIVE CHOPTA
– DEVPRAYAG (160 KM/ 6 HRS)/ RAFT DEVPRAYAG - BEASGHAT (5 HRS)
After breakfast drive to Devprayag with packed lunch. From Devprayag we
will raft down to Beasghat (5 hrs) on the river.
Dinner and overnight stay in expedition tents. (B, L, D)
DAY 06: RAFT BEASGHAT - SHIVPURI (6 HRS)
Breakfast in camp.
After breakfast we will raft to Shivpuri (6 hrs) on the river.
Packed lunch
enroute. Arrive at Shivpuri Beach camp in late afternoon. Camp briefing
followed by allotment of tents.
Evening tea &
snacks. Free time to play beach volleyball at the camp.
Campfire and sing
song.
Dinner
and overnight stay in deluxe tents on twin share basis. (B, L, D)
DAY 07: RAFT SHIVPURI – NIM BEACH (14 KMS/
2.5 HRS)/ DEPARTURE
An early morning wake up call with hot water is in order
if you want to enjoy the clean mountain air and the misty Ganga valley.
Post breakfast get into your rafting gear and start
rafting from camp down negotiating grade 3 and grade 4 rapids like the Roller
Coaster and Golf Course which provide for an unequalled and unforgettable
experience. Today you will have plenty of time to indulge in body surfing,
cliff jumping and sunbathing on the
rafts while you gently float down towards the pull out point at N.I.M.
beach. Drive back to the camp for your hot buffet lunch spread with tea
and coffee. Late
afternoon departure for onward journey. (B,
L)
***End
of Services***
COST
INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
COST: Rs.24,500/- per head.
For Group Booking Discounts call for Camp Fee (9821081566 / asif@natureknights.net / info@natureknights.net )
For Group Booking Discounts call for Camp Fee (9821081566 / asif@natureknights.net / info@natureknights.net )
Eco-Adventure Code: AP-RR-Treks-Adventures-2011-10-05_v1
THE TRIP COST
INCLUDES
- 02
nights stay in Rafting Beach camp at Shivpuri or similar on twin sharing
basis with all meals.
- Four
nights in trekking tents while rafting and trek.
- All
meals while rafting and trek.
- All
transportation as per itinerary in 27 seater buses (non ac) and Innova for
FIT’s.
- Services
of a professional trekking and rafting guide.
- All
camp staff like cooks waiters, helpers etc.
- Horses/porters
to carry your personal luggage (max 15 Kgs per person)
- All
trekking and rafting equipment like wet suit, life jacket, helmet,
paddles, tents, dining, toilet tents, carry mats, sleeping bags etc.
- Currently applicable Govt. taxes
COST DOES NOT
INCLUDE
- Any airfare, airport tax, visas
fee,
- Any expenses of purely personal nature
like laundry, phone/Fax calls, tips to drivers, guides, any beverages.
- Insurance personal/Baggage/Medical.
- Any increase in govt. service tax.
- Any expenses that arise due to change
in itinerary because of natural forces like land slides, weather,
roadblocks, flight cancellations, sickness etc.
- Any medical, travel or evacuation
insurance.
- Any other service or item not
specified above.
Checklist
for things to carry:
·
Woolen cap
·
Peak cap
·
Thermal underwear
·
Warm sweater/ Woolen trousers / Thick track
pants for Trekking
·
Woolen socks
·
Rain gear (Jacket, trousers/ Parkha)
·
Warm jacket
·
Woolen gloves
·
Torch
·
T – shirts/ shorts for rafting
·
Sun block lotion
·
Chap-stic (lip salve)
·
Good hiking shoes with ankle support
·
Floaters for rafting
·
Camera & films
·
One pair sport shoes for camp
·
One duffel bag for personal item ( To be
carried by horse / pony)
·
One knapsack for item of daily use ( To be
carried by you.
·
Personal sleeping bag (Recommended)
More about Dodital Trek
More about Dodital Trek
Dodital, the lake with a lot of mythological history is a very happening trekking destination at the present age. Dodital is the birth place of Lord Ganesha and is said to have witnessed the beheading of the deity by Lord Shiva. Surrounded by lush greenery with crystal clear water makes this place as an ultimate destination for the travelers and sightseers. At an elevation of 3307 meters above mean sea level, in the north of Uttarakashi is a precise trekking destination and also holds potential for other adventure sports.
The lake is famous for its Himalayan trout, the exoticness rendered by surrounding forest and tranquility provided by the calm waters of the lake. This is an imposing destination with impeccable beauty and many a facts that are a lot adorable.
Dodital provides a lot of opportunity to travelers to hang around in the Asi Ganga valley. There are subsidiary treks transporting one from Asi Ganga valley to Bhagirathi Ganga valley and to the Yamuna valley and vice versa.
Apart from a display of natural beauty there is an array of diversity in culture and heritage for which India is known for ages. The array of culture can be seen by travelers during their voyage through remote Himalayan settelements.
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