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Dear Friends,

A land of abundant rainfall and thunderous waterfalls, Meghalaya stands true to its Sanskrit meaning ‘The Abode of

Clouds’. Beautiful cloud formations against the backdrop of the rich blue sky lend a special charm to the place. The

beauty of the land is accentuated by its friendly and warm tribes, namely the Khasi, Jaintia and Garo. What sets the

tribes of Meghalaya apart, is the practice of a matrilineal society where descent is traced through the mother.

The capital city of Shillong is surrounded by undulating pine-covered hills, adorned by numerous waterfalls. Due to

its latitude and high elevation (4600 feet), Shillong has a sub-tropical climate with mild summers and chilly to cold

winters. The climate and natural setting lend the city a very special charm, popularly referred to as the Scotland of

the East.

The southern slopes of Meghalaya have abundant deposits of limestone. This coupled with a high level of

precipitation, humid climate and elevation make ideal conditions for the formation of caves. With more than 500

caves, Meghalaya boasts of the largest network of caves found on the Indian sub continent. This network of caves

amazingly spans over a 1000 kilometers.

Caves have been explored out of necessity, out of curiosity or for mystical reasons for thousands of years. However,

only in the latter part of the last century has the activity developed into a serious sport. Caving basically refers to the

activity of exploring underground passages and chambers. The availability of modern day equipment makes this

activity easier and more enjoyable.

If you have an eagerness to try out new activities and are searching for a different & unique experience which would

redefine the term “beauty” in your eyes, then this is the sport for you.

Our caving activities will be carried out in the Shnong rim area of Jaintia hills, which has around 150 caves. Krem Liat

Prah, the longest cave in India (25 kilometers long) is found in this area. We begin our exploration with the 10-

kilometer long Krem Tyngheng cave, which is the most ideal cave for beginners. Once we have our basics in place we

move to the Krem Chympe cave where we wade through waist deep water to uncover some of the more complex

sections of the cave. Proficiently trained and experienced cavers would guide us through both the caves to ensure

our safety.

Regards

Jayesh Morvankar

Team Odati Adventures

KREM TYNGHANG – KREM CHYMPE & ROOT BRIDGE

Route Guwahati – Shillong – CAVING – Nartiang – Shillong – Cherapunjee – Guwahati

Trail 1. Shnong Rim – Krem Tyngheng – Mulian – Seilkan – Krem Chympe

2. Cherapunjee – Root Bridge – Nohkalikai Falls - Cherrapunji

Region Meghalaya

No of Days Ex-Mumbai 13 Days

Ex-Delhi 12 Days (Excluding day of Dept & Arr)

Grade This is a guided adventure and a new sport. We reckon that each of us will have a different

experience with the caving. Be prepared for the unknown.

Access Trip begins Guwahati

Trip ends Guwahati

ITINERARY

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 23rd

December 2010 – Thursday

Mumbai – Guwahati : (Air)

Guwahati to Shillong : Jeep Meals: D

Day 2 24th

December 2010 - Friday

Shillong Sightseeing Meals: B, L, D

Day 3 25th

December 2010 - Saturday

Shillong to Shnong Rim Meals: B, L, D

Day 4 26th

December 2010 - Sunday

Caving - Krem Tyngheng Meals: B, L, D

Day 5 27th

December 2010 - Monday

Trek from Mulian village to Seilkan village Meals: B, L, D

Day 6 28th

December 2010 - Tuesday

Caving - Krem Chympe Meals: B, L, D

Day 7 29th

December 2010 - Wednesday

Mulian village – Nartiang – Shillong Meals: B, L, D

Day 8 30th

December 2010 - Thursday

Shillong - Mawlynnong – Cherapunjee Meals: B, L, D

Day 9 31st

December 2010 - Friday

Trek to Double Decker Root Bridge & Nohkalikai falls Meals: B, L, D

Day 10 1st

January 2011 - Saturday

Cherapunjee Sightseeing Meals: B, L, D

Day 11 2nd

January 2011- Sunday

Cherapunjee to Guwahati airport Meals: B, L, D

CHARGES

Guwahati – Shillong – Krem Tyngheng – Mulian –Krem Chympe –Nartiang – Shillong – Cherapunjee – Guwahati

For Indians on a twin sharing basis: Ex-Guwahati: 32,500/- Per Head

Rate Includes:

1. All travel by road transport :

• Pick up from Guwahati Airport to Hotel / Guesthouse (Shillong)

• Shillong and Cherapunjee sightseeing

• Drop to Guwahati Airport

• All surface travel within and around Shillong / Cherapunjee included within the itinerary

2. The following meals

• All meals as indicated in the itinerary above

3. Trek

• Freshly cooked meals during the trek by experienced cook who will accompany you on the trek

• All camping charges at various locations, if any.

• All charges for hiring porters, ponies, mules and or yaks

• All entry charges at all National Park Entries and various check posts thorough the trek.

• All equipment that includes tents, sleeping bags, sleeping liners, sleeping mats, cooking Gear, if any.

• Assistance of experienced guides who belong to the valley and know the terrain very well

• Access to a comprehensive medical kit

4. Stay / Lodging

• All stay at Shillong and Cherapunjee on twin-sharing basis only.

Rate Excludes

1. Travel from CoO to Guwahati and back

(PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUESTED TO MAKE THEIR ARRANGEMENTS ALL BY THEMSELVES FOR THIS

JOURNEY AS THEY MAY HAVE ALTERNATE PLANS)

2. Jeep hiring charges for extra trips.

3. Hiring of extra porters for hauling excess personal luggage.

4. Excess stay & meals due to bad weather conditions resulting in delays due to of flights or any other form of

transport.

5. Soft drink charges, table drinks, laundry, cigarettes, telephone expenses, beer and liquor charges.

(The symptoms of High Altitude Sickness resemble the after effects of consumption of liquor. The two

can hardly be recognised from each other. Please read the note on High Altitude Sickness given below.

Also carrying liquor on the trek adds tremendous load for the porters and damage baggage during

handling by porters)

6. Rescue / medical charges in case needed due to high altitude sickness, any ailment and/or accidents.

7. Excess stay in Shillong / Cherapunjee due to delay in flights, train, bus or any other form of transport due

to bad weather condition

8. Any other item not mentioned in “Rate Includes” section above

9. Transport, meals and accommodation charges in case of any participant’s change of plans not in adherence

with the itinerary above.

Contingency charges in case of delay due to weather / accident or illness of self or any other group member / act of

god / or any situation out of the control of the trip leader / conductor.

MODE OF TRANSFER OF CHARGES

You may make the payment by the following modes:

Cash

You may deposit the advance amount in cash at any HDFC Bank Ltd branch, near you. The account details are given

as under.

For Mumbai only: Cash Collection can be made by Odati Staff at your nearest place of convenience.

Cheque

You may make a payment to us by Cheque / DD / Banker’s Cheque. Kindly draw the cheque in the Name of ‘Odati

Adventures Pvt. Ltd.’ and courier/hand it to us or drop it in a HDFC Drop box near you. Please do not forget to write

your name and your contact number at the back of the cheque especially when you are dropping it in a drop box.

Also mention our account number ‘1799 202 0000046’ at the back of the cheque.

Electronic Transfer:

You may use the electronic transfer facility to send us the payment. The following are the details.

A/c Name Odati Adventures Private Limited

A/c Number 17992020000046

Nature of A/c Current

Bank HDFC Bank

Branch Kalpataru - JVLR

Branch Code 1799

RTGS / NEFT IFSC Code: HDFC0001799

MICR Code 400240155

In case you are a dropping the cheque or making a Electronic Transfer, kindly email, text message or call us with the

payment details for us to track the payment.

DOCUMENTS TO CARRY

Indians

� At least 2 passport size photographs

� 2 Photocopies of a photo identity card with proof of address along with the Original Document

o Driving license

o Election ID Card

o Passport

o Pan Card with supporting proof of address

o Employee ID card

Foreigners

� At least 4 Passport sized Photographs

� At least 2 photocopies of your passport and visa along with the Original

� If you are working in India

o Indian PAN card with 2 copies of the same

o FRRO registration proof with 2 copies

o Inner Line Permit stamped / Restricted Area Permit – if already stamped or acquired on passport or

a separate permit – not compulsory to acquire on passport.

o Ladakh: The Inner Line Permit (ILP) will be arranged after your arrival in Leh

o Arunachal Pradesh: The Restricted Area Permit needs to be arranged by yourself from the Indian Embassy in

your country or from New Delhi if you are already staying in India

o Sikkim: We need to obtain a trekking permit through and Agency in Gangtok / Darjeeling and will need the

above documents in advance of at least 30 days before departure for the trek.

o Uttarakhand: You do not need an Inner Line Permit or Restricted Area Permit (RAP) to visit most places in

Uttarakhand

o Himachal Pradesh: Regions like Spiti, Lahaul and Kinnaur may need Inner Line Permits (ILPs) which can be

arranged in Manali or Shimla

o Meghalaya: Does not require Inner Line Permit or Restricted Area Permit

International Patrons must note that in some locations, it may not be necessary to have the above, but we request

to you to carry the same to avoid any inconvenience of photocopying or identification or leaving a copy of the

identity proof with requisite authorities when the requirement arises.

A FLYING LAP OF THE TRAIL & TRAVEL

Cherapunjee

Cherapunjee is touted to be the wettest place on earth, with this small town receiving an average of 11,430 mm of

rainfall per annum. The rains give birth to a plethora of waterfalls, the most spectacular being Nohkalikai falls. At

1100 feet the Nohkalikai falls is one of the tallest waterfalls in the world and ranks high in the 100 best waterfalls in

the world. The unique living root bridges are a star attraction of this place. Hundreds of years ago the Khasi people

used a type of ‘Ficus’ tree to serve their need for bridges to cross the deep streams. One such place has two bridges

stacked on top of each other, popularly know as the ‘Double Decker Root Bridge’. We will undertake a short trek to

see this unique and spectacular bridge during our stay in Cherapunjee.

Mawlynnong

This tiny village on the Indo –Bangla border has earned the distinction of being the cleanest village in Asia. Villagers

have transformed this village into a picture postcard by planting many flowering plants along side the footpaths and

around their houses. Every villager participates in voluntarily cleaning up the village on a daily basis.

Nartiang

Nartiang, located in the Jaintia is a place of great archeological and historical importance. Because of it’s strategic

location Nartiang was chosen as the summer capital of the Jaintia rulers. The ruins of the royal palace give us an idea

about the enormity of the project undertaken. A kilometer from here one finds the Nartiang Monoliths site, which

contain numerous menhirs erected by the various Jaintia rulers

Day 1 Guwahati to Shillong

Meet at Guwahati airport by 2.30 pm and drive to Shillong. Check into hotel and relax for the remainder of the

evening.

Day 2 Shillong Sightseeing

This morning we visit the Don Bosco Museum of Indigenous Cultures to get a glimpse of the different tribes of North

East India. The seven-storey museum gives the onlooker an in-depth perspective of the culture and tradition of

North East India. In the evening we head to Wards Lake. Overnight stay at hotel in Shillong.

Day 3 Shillong to Shnong Rim

Post breakfast we drive to Shnong Rim village where we setup camp for the night. In the evening there will be a

briefing session on caving.

Day 4 Caving - Krem Tyngheng

After a short trek to Samasi village we set out to explore our first cave Krem Tyngheng, opening up a completely

different world. Walk back to Shnong Rim where we camp for the night.

Day 5 Trek from Mulian village to Seilkan village

Post breakfast we drive further to the village of Mulian from where we walk for two hours to Seilkan village. Setup

camp at Seilkan village, where we stay for the night.

Day 6 Caving - Krem Chympe

Having learnt the basics we move to a more advanced cave, increasing our levels of excitement and adrenaline.

Overnight stay at Seilkan Village Camp.

Day 7 Mulian village – Nartiang – Shillong

Having finished our caving excursion we drive back to Shillong. On the way back we halt at the archeological site of

Nartiang to appreciate the past glory of the Jaintia kingdom. Overnight stay at hotel in Shillong.

Day 8 Shillong - Mawlynnong – Cherapunjee

On our way to Cherapunjee we take a detour to Mawlynnong, the cleanest village in Asia. You are sure to fall in love

with this picture perfect village. Overnight stay at Cherapunjee Holiday Resort.

Day 9 Trek to Double Decker Root Bridge & Nohkalikai falls

A three hour trek through verdant forests gets us to the fascinating Double Decker root bridge. On our way back we

visit the Nohkalikai falls, the tallest falls in India. Overnight stay at Cherapunjee Holiday Resort.

Day 10 Cherapunjee Sightseeing

Drive to the Mawsmai Cave, Eco Park and other attractions around Cherapunjee. Enjoy the New Year at the Resort

for the remainder of the day. Overnight stay at Cherapunjee Holiday Resort.

Day 11 Cherapunjee to Guwahati ariport

Have an early breakfast before we drive back to Guwahati airport (aprox 4hrs) to catch our flight back home

SOME DISTANCES

• Shillong – Shong Rim (Khaddum): ~100 Kms

• Nartiang – Shillong: ~65 Kms

• Shillong – Cherapunjee: ~58 Kms

• Cherrapunji – Mawlynnong: ~45Kms

SOME HIMALAYAN FAUNA IN THE REGION

Mammals Avifauna HerpetoFauna Butterflies

Elephants Magpie Robin Python Blue Peacock

Mongoose Hoopoe Copperhead Kaiser-e-Hind

Gaur Hill Myna Vipers Leaf’s Butterfly

Buffalo Florican Coral Snake Bhutan Glory

Sloth Bear Burmese Roller King Cobra The Dipper

Serow Jungle Myna Indian Cobra Yellow Orange Tip

Pangolin Scarlet Minivet Green Tree Snake Common Blue Bottle

Slow Loris Spotted Forktail Red Necked Kulback

Golden Cat Red Jungle Fowl

Toddy Cat Long-Tailed Broadbill

Wolf Himalayan Black Bulbul

Binturong Himalayan Whistling Thrush

Barking Deer Blue Throated Barbet

Hog Badger Great Indian Hornbill

Common Otter Black Breasted Kaleej Pheasant

Flying Squirrel

Hoolock Gibbon

Large Indian Civet

Himlayan Black Bear

Yellow Throated Marten

Malayan Giant Squirrel

Porcupine

Leopard Cat

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO CARRY…

• Back Pack

o Get a nice big pack of at least 60Ltrs. and a small day pack one to carry your essentials as your

baggage will be carried by a porter. (Decide the size of your pack at the end of the note. You will

have a fair idea of how much you are going to carry!). Please get only that is essential.

• Waist Pouch (Optional)

o This will be handy to carry small valuables, small cameras, change, money, emergency items like

vitamin tablets, lighters, keys, taps, extra rolls, etc.

o Else every extra bit can be carried in your day-pack.

• Clothing - Clothes are expected to get soiled with all the wriggling and contact with ground while caving.

o Underwear (at least 3-4 sets extra)

� These will tend to get wet due to moisture, occasional rains, sweat and sometimes crossing

streams / rivers.

o Trousers (at least 3 other than what you wear)

� Pack in synthetic pants or track pants and not denims! Denims are extremely bulky to carry

and when wet due to sweat or wading, are very heavy and uncomfortable to wear on. Track

pants are very comfortable but the thinner variety may have to be supplemented with over

pants. These also dry faster.

o Shirt / T Shirts

� Long sleeves shirts (at least 3) will help protect your skin from sunburns and protect from

cold when heading into winds or while resting on trail. These can be worn over half/full

sleeve T-shirts (#) (at least 4) that absorb sweat and are comfortable to wear. Cotton T-shirts

are quick to dry and a couple of them can be worn over one another to form insulating

layers to protect against extreme cold. The new material (Climalite from Adidas, DriFit from

Nike etc) is really soft, comfortable and very quick to dry, consider getting a few of these. T

shirts made of this are highly recommended as base layers during the daily walks.

o Woollens

� Woollens are bulky to carry and we do not recommend carrying them. Multiple layers of T-

Shirts(#) and fleece will do the job equally good without adding too much load to your pack.

o Shorts

� There may be days when you are feeling a little too hot and the weather permits you to be

in shorts for some time. Pants that have a zipper to split them may be a convenient choice.

o Balaclava / Monkey Cap / Ear Band

� All made of wool or fleece, these will come in handy for extreme weather and while heading

into winds. These cover the ears which are more vulnerable to steady cold winds.

o Cap

� The sun may beat you down in and a cap will be an essential part of your gear as it will keep

the sun from getting to your face help conserve some heat that is lost through the head,

especially while walking in cold conditions and save from hypothermia. A round floppy hat

that covers the neck may be better choice.

o Rain Jacket

� There is nothing you will wish you got along at high altitudes than good rain gear. This serves

dual purpose; firstly it will come in handy during rains and secondly this will contribute to

keep you warm. And when we say good, it must stand up to the test of heavy rains and high

winds without any seepage on the inside. Look for one with an attached hood. Else consider

the overall RAIN PONCHO

o Towel

� Sure you will not forget this. And do you know of the “Pancha”? This thin lungi / sarong kind

of wipe cloth (Available in Dadar, Girgaon – Mumbai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Pune, Kerala,

Chennai, etc.) is lightweight, takes little space and dries faster. Turkish towels could just be

too much luxury to carry around! If you do not stay in Mumbai, then a thin towel is

recommended.

• Pancha is a thin white cloth with a green, red or blue border. This towel is

extensively used in South and West India.

• Footwear

o Socks

� Woollen socks (at least 1 pair) will be helpful during the walks over high passes and cold

nights. Also get cotton towel ones (3-4 pairs) for easy walks and back ups. Thinner nylon

socks (1 pairs) will give added protection (insulation) and bulk to your feet when the walks

get chilly.

o Shoes

� These are going to be the most important part of your gear. Good firm shoes that are

covered from all sides and deep tread and having enough volume to be able to take two pair

of socks worn one over the other. In case you plan to wear old (or new) sports keds (Nike,

Reebok, Adidas, Puma etc…) please have a good look at them and ask if they will last the

walk through varied terrain. Old shoes must be reinforced with sticking / stitching so that

they do not fail you mid-way on the trek. There is no worse agony than having your footwear

fail you halfway up the trek.

o Floaters / Sandals

� Not always will you be wearing those shoes. Floaters/Sandals will be comfortable to travel in

and moving about at the end of each day as also while crossing multiple streams. However

there may be days when you may still have to live in your shoes. Ensure that your

floaters/sandals can be worn over at least one pair socks.

o Medical Tape

� Will come in to repair sheared footwear or to take care of those blisters and scratches.

• Miscellaneous

o Torches with extra batteries.

� Make sure it works well, before you pack it in. And don’t forget to pack extra batteries.

These can be used in the personal stereos, torches, cameras etc.

� Caving as an activity ensures that you spend a lot of time in the dark domain of the

netherworld exploring rare formations. Hence you will need a lot of light and supplements.

� We recommend at least 2-3 torches – 1 Head-torch and at least one hand held. Let one be

an LED, especially the head torch and this is the one you will use the most while travelling or

reaching the cave and the hand held be a halogen or krypton.

� Hey anyone has EXTRA BATTERIES PLEASE! Please leave the cheap imitation (or Chinese

made) varieties back at home as they are sure to fail you on the trek. There are going to be

no charging points for your electronics too.

� Carry a lot of Batteries as these will surely dry-up quickly.

o Penknife

� Want to slice fruits? Or chop that loose lace? Your packet of “Haldiram’s” is packaged very

well! Or want to take out that thorn stuck in your shoes? There is more to a penknife than

what you can think of!

o Goggles / Sun Shades

� These will be helpful during walks in the sun and the snow.

o Water Bottle / hydration pouch

� At least 2 litres. Always top it up before you set on the trail. You may need more and we

suggest you to take extra if you can take the load.

o Plastic Bags

� These will be useful to pack in just about everything. They will also help to sort items in your

backpack and will not mess with your packing everyday. Try the zip locks. They are great

value and will keep all your clothes and valuables safe from moisture.

o Camera with extra Batteries and Memory

� Who would not want to take back memories of all the wonderful places? But make sure that

you have extra batteries and enough memory card that will last the whole trek.

o Small sewing kit

� This will help to sew up those buttons and small gashes (in case!) to your clothing. Besides

you can never underestimate the utility of a good long thread and a sharp needle!

o Match Box / cigarette lighter.

� Yes! You do not smoke or do you! But a matchbox can create fire, one of the five essential

elements. Keep it, just as part of emergency kit.

� NOTE: You will not be allowed to light any fire in the CAVES!!!

o Pen & Paper

� Poetry or a book? Don’t Know! But you may still want to take and give notes to many on the

trail besides all the creative writing you may do!

• Primary Medical Kit

o Band Aid strips / Johnson-plast / Elastoplasts tape

o Cotton

o Aspirin

o Avomine (motion sickness)

o Antacid tablets

o Paracetamol / Metacin / Crocin (This works well for altitude as well)

o Lomotil

o Brufen (don’t think the trail will be that painful, but its always handy; and have one along with an

antacid to avoid getting acidity)

• Toiletries

o Bath Soap

o Detergent Soap

o Sunscreen

o Lip Balm / Petroleum Jelly

o Tooth Brush

o Tooth Paste

� A resource not every one needs to carry. Pool the same to make your pack lighter.

o Shampoo sachets / Small bottle

� The small bottle can be bought from a pool to share instead of each one carrying too much

load. Besides empty sachet covers may just be an environmental eyesore!

o Toilet Paper

o Mosquito Repellent

� Will be needed in certain places. This may also be use to keep flies etc away on trail. Just in

case!

WHAT YOU NEED NOT CARRY!!!

o Valuables

� Sure you do not want to misplace them. Nor attract locals / tribes for the wrong reasons.

� On some occasions, cold metal comes in contact with skin to cause metal bites. When the

metal turns very cold (temperatures drop below freezing) and sticks to the skin it freezes the

skin moisture causing local frostbites. A very painful condition (especially true with metal

watches, metal bodied cameras and other electronics).

o Jeans / Denim trousers / jackets

� These are a no-no for treks, as they will be either soaked by your own sweat or rains/river

crossings. Wet denims are a liability to lug as they do not dry fast. Denims are thick and may

provide only temporary respite from cold. Besides when wet with sweat they may chaff your

skin. The fits most of the denim have, are uncomfortable for long cold treks.

o Electronics

� Many electronics refuse to work below freezing or in cold conditions. Cold electronics

gadgets consume more battery and hence you will have to carry extra batteries and hence

extra load. Each pencil cell battery will weigh about 50Gms and if you plan to carry even five

extra pairs that add 500Gms, besides the problem of disposing them. Used batteries are

considered to be one of the biggest environmental hazards.

� These also attract the attention of locals / porters and may induce them into theft.

� Protecting your electronics from the elements may pose another challenge.

o Heavy material

� Any heavy material, which you feel may add load to your backpack. Consider the absolute

necessity to carry such items and the occasions when and how many times you may use the

same, before you pack them.

� Such items may include things like, heavy key chains, chain locks, bulky perfume / deo-

bottles, glass bottles for oil / liquids, etc.

COLD RELATED AILMENTS

Common Cold: Take every care that you do not get common cold when you hit the trail you will need all your lung

capacity to breathe in maximum amount of air and any blockage could be an irritant.

Hypothermia

Sudden change in temperature and exposure to severe cold especially while crossing a high, cold windy pass may

cause hypothermia. It occurs when the body is unable to contain body heat and one feels extremely exhausted,

cold, confused and unable to co-ordinate limbs.

Immediate treatment is to be undertaken to avoid further deterioration in the condition. Remove the patient to a

shelter, remove wet clothes and get the patient into a sleeping bag. Hot liquids, like coffee, should be given to drink.

Alcohol should be avoided.

Chill Blains

A painful swelling of the hand, feet or ear by excessive exposure to cold and by poor circulation. These can result

from intermittent exposure to high humidity and low temperature without causing the tissue to freeze. Keep the

affected limb wrapped in warm clothing or in a sleeping bag.

Immersion Foot

When a person’s foot is exposed to wet and cool conditions for long but not freezing conditions, it leads to

immersion foot. Usually the feet will get pale, get a tingling sensation or may lack pulse. This injury seems to affect

the nerves and the muscles due to reduced supply of oxygen than to the blood vessels. Immersion foot can bet

treated by gradually re-warming the feet in a warm water bath.

Heat Exhaustion

Prolonged exertion on a hot day can cause heat exhaustion. It happens due to reduction in water and salt in the

body rather than increased body temperature. Lots of water is lost due to excessive sweating. The symptoms are

dizziness, headache, vomiting and loss of appetite. Transfer the patient to cool environment and increase intake of

salt and fluids.

Heat Stroke

This is caused from exposure to high temperature over a considerable period. Heat exhaustion can lead to heat

stroke. Usually it set sin suddenly without warnings except reduction in sweating. The body temperature rises over

41 degrees C. The body must be cooled as rapidly as possible. Total immersion in cold water may be undertaken or

the victim can be covered with cold towels. Stop cooling when the temperature comes down to about 39 Degrees C.

1. www.wikipedia.org

2. “Trekking in Pakistan and India” by Hugh Swift

3. “Mountaineering – The freedom of the Hills” - The Mountaineers

For detailed study of Altitude Sickness kindly refer:

1. http://www.ismmed.org/np_altitude_tutorial.htm#AMS

2. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/mountain_sickness/article_em.htm

THE HIMALAYAN TOURIST CODE

• Protect the natural environment

• Limit deforestation. Make no open fires and discourage others from doing so on your behalf Especially porters.

Where water is heated by scarce firewood, use as little as possible. When possible, choose accommodation that

uses kerosene or fuel-efficient wood stoves.

• Remove litter. Burn or bury paper and carry out all non-degradable litter.

• Graffiti is a permanent form of environmental pollution.

• Keep local water clean. Avoid using pollutants such as detergents in streams or springs.

• If no toilet facilities are available, make sure you are alt least 30 meters away from water sources, and bury or

cover wastes.

• Plants should be left to flourish in their natural environment. Taking cuttings, seeds and roots is illegal in GHNP.

• Help your guides and porters to follow conservation measures.

• As a guest, respect local traditions and cultures, and maintain local pride. When taking photographs, respect

privacy. Ask permission and use restraint.

• Respect holy places. Preserve what you have come to see. Never touch or remove religious objects. Remove

shoes when visiting temples.

• Giving to children encourages begging. A donation to a project, health centre or school is a more constructive

way to help.

• You will be accepted and welcomed if you follow local customs.

• Use only your right hand for eating and greeting.

• It is polite to use both hands when giving and receiving gifts.

• Respect local etiquette. Loose, lightweight clothes are preferable to revealing shorts, skimpy tops and tight

fitting "action-wear". Hand holding or kissing in public is disliked by local people.

• Remember, when you're shopping, that the bargains you buy may only be possible because of low income to

others.

• Visitors who value local traditions encourage local pride and maintain local cultures.

• Please help local people gain a realistic view of life in Urban Cities.

BE PATIENT, FRIENDLY AND SENSITIVE. REMEMBER - YOU ARE A GUEST

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Odati Adventures makes the utmost efforts to make the trips as safe and comfortable to the participants. However participants will enrol

for these trips at their own risk and Odati Adventures is not responsible for any illness, injury or accident caused.

2. You will be required to adhere to the environment/ecology codes. These are attached herein.

3. Odati Adventures will not be responsible for any damage caused to the environment by any participant/s. Fines/penalties thus levied by

local authority/forest department on any participant/s, towards any incidence, deemed illegal, will be borne by that/those participant/s

respectively.

4. In case any individual/s decides to withdraw his/her/their participation, after departure for the trek, the decision to continue will lie with

the remaining members of group. The individual/s opting out of the trail, will themselves be responsible for their accommodation and

return to the location of departure, which in this case can be organised with the help of local porters. However the individual/s will have

to bear any additional cost of hiring the porter/s and/or take them from existing batch of porters on condition to pay their daily wages as

agreed at the beginning. Odati Adventures will in no case be responsible for any conveniences and provisions to be provided in case of

abandonment of the activity by one or more members of the group. Any provisions to be provided to such individuals withdrawing their

participation for the return will be solely at the discretion of the other group members who decide to proceed on the trail further.

5. Do not travel with items like jewellery, expensive watches, electronic goods etc. These items often catch the attention of locals and may

induce them into theft, stealing etc. Participants are advised to take utmost care of their personal belongings like cameras, binoculars,

etc. Participants are themselves responsible for such items. Odati Adventures will not be responsible towards any loss or damage of

personal items during the course of the activity.

6. Participation will be confirmed only on receipt of 50% of the trek charges along with the signed participation form. Payment must be

made in accordance to the “Mode of Payment” only.

7. The applicable rate in USD or Euros maybe arrived at by converting the (INR) charges in Rs. (INR) at the rate prevailing during the time of

confirmation.

8. Balance payments must be made by bank transfer as mentioned in “mode of payment” at least two weeks prior to departure as indicated

in the itinerary.

9. Cheques should be drawn in favour of “Odati Adventures”. (For participants already in the country)

10. Participants will have to carry a valid passport with valid Indian Visa for receipt of permits on trek routes.

11. Cancellations: The following cancellation charges are applicable in case any participant is unable to undertake the trip:

Cancellation Period Charges per head

No Show 100%

Less than 7 days 50%

7 - 13days 25%

14 - 20 days Rs.2000/-

21 days or more Rs.1000/-

In the event of cancellation of the trip due to any act of God, such as earthquake, floods or any other natural calamity, act of enemy, war or

any other cause beyond the control of Odati Adventures, the entire sum will be refunded to the participants less the administrative and

handling expenses.

12. Odati Adventures reserves the right of admission of any participant to the trips.

13. Odati Adventure reserves the right to change the itinerary in the best interest of the all participants.

14. Basic first aid box will accompany the organisers

15. Participants are requested to help in various activities like erecting tents, digging trenches, other activities whenever asked for.

Some tips for a safe and great time:

1. Do ask for the destination details.

2. Ask for the nature of terrain and level of difficulty of the terrain.

3. Ask for requirement of any technical skills required before setting out for such activity.

4. Ask for specific requirements and items before commencement of any trail.

5. Ask for details of flora and fauna and hence dangers and precautions from the same. Respect Nature.

6. Be prepared for any emergency or urgency. Clarify any doubts about rescue techniques before executing them.