National
Trekking and Training Expedition
A TREKKING
EXPEDITION ON GOAN BEACHES AND WESTERN GHATS
The participants will enjoy a splendid
panorama of hills, sandy beaches, refreshing waterfalls, beautiful landscapes,
breath taking groves of palm tress, sun kissed waterways, Mahavir Wildlife
Sanctuary and Dudhsagar falls. The hilly trek of Western
Ghats provides trekking trails as steep and difficult as the
Himalayan climbs. The trekking route will therefore, offer the same thrills and excitement as in any
mountain with some additional attractions like bus ride, and rail journey in
the western ghats
Fees: - Rs.4800/- per participant (YHAI membership compulsory)
The fees will cover stay in tented accommodation, simple nutritious vegetarian
meals, expert guidance, equipment and insurance. Participants will bear to and
fro travel expenses from their home to the base camp. Payment of fees by Demand
Draft or At Par Payable Cheque only in favour of "NATIONAL TREKKING EXPEDITION - GOA" payable at Panaji,
Goa.
Adventure scholarships 50% on
registration fee for the handicapped youth.
Dates :- The first group will report at base camp on 15th
December 2019. Participants can join on any date thereafter till 25th December
2019. Duration of trek will be 8 days.
How
to participate :- The
strength of group shall normally be 50. Members desirous of joining the
programme may apply on a prescribed Registration Form
duly supported by a Medical
Certificate, which is attached with the form. Photocopies of the forms are
acceptable. The minimum age for participation is 10. Form should be sent along
with draft of participation fee.
How
to reach the Base Camp
: The base camp is located at Sports Authority Ground, Near Miramar Beach,
Panaji Goa. The nearest railway stations are Thivim (25Kms), Karmali (12 km)
and Margao (33km.). State bus service is available. Direct bus service is also
available from Mumbai, Pune, Bangalore and Mangalore. Direct trains are
available from Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and
major cities of India.
Cancellation :- In case you are unable to join the trek after paying the
participation fee, you will get a refund of 50%- provided your request is
received directly in the office of Goa State Branch (not by email) before 25th
November 2019. No refund will however, be admissible if such cancellation
request is received after 25th November, 2019. Please mention
your bank details in the cancellation letter for easy refund.
What
you should bring :- Rucksack
(if you have one) cotton shirts, cotton pants, sun cap, Hunter shoes, 2 pairs
of cotton socks, torch, water bottle, lunch box, enameled or steel mug or
tumbler, plate, spoon, goggles, cold cream or
Vaseline, soap, toilet paper, towel, medicines (which you
normally use at home) camera optional.
Risk
Factor:- This is a
low risk adventure programme The following risk factors can affect the
participants:
1. Exhaustion
due to climb or down
2. Fall
during climb or down leading to ordinary
or serious injuries.
3. Drowning
(if participants go for a swim which is
strictly prohibited).
4. Any unforeseen
event
All the above risk factors can lead to
simple / serious injury, temporary / permanent disability. YHAI will provide
adequate assistance in the above circumstances but cannot be held responsible
for any risk mentioned or not mentioned above.
USE OF ALCOHOL AND NARCOTICS OF ANY DESCRIPTION ARE STRICTLY
PROHIBITED DURING THE COURSE OF THE PROGRAMME.
Safety: - Extensive and painstaking
preparation have gone into the planning of trek routes for your safety. Our
field staff and experienced camp leaders have been visiting the area to check
all details. The Youth Hostels Association of India,
cannot be held responsible for any
accidents, illness and any such unforeseen eventualities. Deviation from the
set route of the program is not permitted. If the participant desires to join
any other activity, they may do so at their own responsibility and risk only
after finishing the trek and checking out. YHAI group insurance cover is for
accidental death or permanent disability only. You are advised to take
insurance cover for your journey and other related matters.
Certificate:- Participants who successfully
complete the trek and abide by the discipline of the program will be awarded
certificates.
Special
Casual Leave :- The
Trekking Expedition organised by Youth Hostels Association of India have the
approval of Ministry of personnel, public Grievances and pension, (Dept of
Personnel and Training), Government of India. vide office order
no.28016/89/Est(A). Dt. 25th
October 1989 .Participants working in the Central Government
organization can apply to the authorities concerned for availing special casual
leave for the duration of the expedition. Their office can sanction up to 30
days of this leave in a calendar year.
Attention
:- This is an environment friendly trek. Do not litter any
wrapper or spoil the trail in any way.
PROGRAMME SCHEDULE &
ROUTE
DAY 1
Report at base camp-Sport Authority
Ground, Campal, Panaji.
DAY 2
Orientation, Mobor Beach to Benaulim
Beach [12 kms] (BC to Mobor by bus)
DAY 3
Benaulim to Velsao Beach
( 10 kms)
DAY 4
Collem to Dudhsagar ( 10 kms) (Velsao
to Collem by train)
DAY 5
Dudhsagar to Caranzol (12 kms) (Via
Dudhsagar waterfalls)
DAY 6
Caranzol to Jamboli (14 kms)
DAY 7
Jamboli to Tambdi Surla (15 kms) to base camp by bus.
DAY 8
Check out after breakfast
Please book your seats at the earliest
to ensure the desired reporting dates. December is the peak tourist season in Goa hence early booking of trains / buses is necessary.
For more details contact Mr. Manoj Joshi on 09822125868.
For further information and
participation please contact
YOUTH
HOSTELS ASSOCIATION OF INDIA
GOA STATE
BRANCH
C/o Joshi Wines, Opp. Old
Secretariat,
Panaji, Goa - 403 001
Tel.: (M)
09822125868 Rohit- 09422445673
email: mjoshiyhai@gmail.com
Comments
Also, till what time can we report to the base camp on reporting date?
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how to do online booking???
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I am reporting on the 30th Dec 2015 for 9 day trek on the western ghats
anybody in the same group please feel free to get in touch with me
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regards
Rocky
anybody in the same group please feel free to get in touch with me
i m from kolhapur city.
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I am reporting on 27th dec....if any one reporting on same sate kindly get in touch avinash.anand3@gmail.com...
I am reporting on 27th dec....if any one reporting on same sate kindly get in touch avinash.anand3@gmail.com...