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Dayara Bugyal Trek & Skiing Holiday

The Bards

uneet Puri was hooked to a life in the outdoors ever

since her father took her rock climbing at the age of 5.

Trekking and climbing have been a passion with her

and she has been trekking the Uttarakhand Himalayas since her

school days. She has also trekked in Nepal. She is something of

a dare devil and to challenge herself she often treks solo.

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hashi Bahuguna has been an avid trekker and climber most of her life. She is almost a mountain goat, having grown up in a Kamouni Village and having spent her

childhood in the arms of the mountains. She met Anusha and Guneet on an expedition in the Himalayas. She too treks solo or Alpine style when the mood takes her. She is also a trained rescuer.

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nusha Subramanian, an award winning journalist, started her trekking career in the Sayadri ranges at the tender age of 7 and had covered most of it by the

time she reached her teens. She started walking the Himalayas in 2006 and has trekked across all 5 Himalayan states. She has also trekked extensively abroad.

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The Bohemian Way

ur philosophy with regards to BA is simple, "of the mountains, for the mountains and by the mountains".

We view the mountains as our home and as we do what we do best here, climb and trek, we also aim to give back to our

home by providing a sustainable economic scenario to its residents.

As far as possible we try to provide our clients a glimpse into the

lives of the mountain folk, their culture and traditions with home stays along our trek routes.

Our vision for the years to come includes the promotion of women

in the sport of mountaineering both as team leaders and guides. We also hope to lead by example by having stricter and more

stringent safety and environmental guidelines implemented in the Himalayas.

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Day From To Altitude Distance/Time

Day 1 Dehradun Uttarkashi 1352m 120km (by car)

Day 2 Uttarkashi Barsu 2100m 50km (by car)

Barsu Barnala 2880m 5km/2.5hrs

Day 3 Barnala Dayara Bugyal 3030m 5km/2.5hrs

Theory and practical demonstration on the basics of skiing.

Day 4 Dayara Bugyal Skiing 3030m

Day 5 Dayara Bugyal Skiing 3030m

Day 6 Dayara Bugyal Barsu 2100m 10km/5hrs

Barsu Uttarkashi 1352 50km (by car)

Uttarkashi Dehradun 120km (by car)

Itinerary

Of rolling meadows, quaint tals and spectacular views: Barsu – Barnala The path leading away from Barsu towards Barnala takes one right across the village of Barsu and climbing up affords the trekker panoramic views not just of the village below but also of the mountain range ahead in the distance. It is a view out of a fairytale, of a village quite literally nestled in the lap of snow clad mountains. The rest of the way up to the camp in Barnala is wide and in the autumn covered like a blanket with golden leaves. In the winter the blanket is that of snow a pure white sugar like carpet that is nothing but welcoming. The way is also completely surrounded by a forest. Also on the way is a pretty little tal called the Barnala Tal that gives the camp site its name.

The Trek

Barnala – Dayara Bugyal – Bakra Top – Barnala From Barnala all the way up to Dayara Bugayal we move away from the tree line and start walking on the gentle slopes of the bugyal (meadow). Powdered slopes, ever inviting and alluring, underneath your feet and gigantic Himayalan peaks up ahead keep your eyes fixed on them, making the journey to the top seem light and breezy. The effort of climbing up is forgotten as your senses are already overwhelmed by the beauty and splendour around them. The climb up to Bakra Top also continues in the same vein. The only thing that is different is the way you forget to breathe as you reach the top and see the sight in front of your eyes. There are those who forget to breathe, others who are surprised to find tears rolling down their cheeks; quite unexpectedly. That is the effect that the Himalayas can have on you, unearth your deepest emotions and lay them bare at their feet. Skiing Two and a half days will be spent skiing. The first day will be a demonstration and the next two days will be spent falling and frolicking on beginner slopes.

The Trek

The cost of the trek is Rs 21,000/- per person Note: This cost is subject to a minimum of 6 persons.

Trek Cost

1. Lodging and meals for all members of the team for the number of trekking days mentioned above. All stay will be on a twin sharing basis. (Stay in a hotel in Uttarkashi and tents on the trek)

2. Meals enroute from Dehradun to Dehradun. 3. Experienced and rescue trained, English speaking trekking leader and guides

(1 guide to every 3 clients). 4. All National Park permits, camping and trekking fees. 5. All porterage charges (Includes porter fees, stay, meals, equipment, etc.)

Please note that a maximum of 15kgs of luggage is permissible per person for the trek.

6. The cost also includes a Service Tax of 4.5%. 7. Medical First Aid in case of minor ailments. 8. Land transport from Dehradun to Dehradun. SUVs for transport (Scorpio,

Innova, Bolero or similar vehicle). 9. Trail pack for the trek days. 10. All equipment required for the trek. 3 man tents, toilet tent, kitchen tent,

basic camp furniture (tables and chairs), sleeping bag, sleeping mat. 11. All meals served will be vegetarian, however, they will pan several cuisines. 3

meals will be served on the trek. There will also be evening snacks with tea.

Cost Includes

1. Any and all personal expenses incurred outside of the items mentioned in the “Cost includes” section.

2. Travel from City of Origin to Dehradun.

3. Travel to City of Origin from Dehradun.

4. Meals while on journey from City of Origin to Dehradun.

5. Meals on departure day from Dehradun onwards.

6. Excess stay either before the trek dates or after the trek is over.

7. Hiring of extra porters/ponies during the trek.

8. Excess boarding and lodging incurred due to bad weather.

9. Any expenses arising from a medical illness or rescue needed due to high altitude sickness or any other ailment/injury/accident that requires more than basic First Aid.

10. Soft and alcoholic beverages, laundry charges, cigarettes and telephone expenses, Souvenirs, collectibles bought during the course of the trip.

11. Tips paid to any party during the course of the trip.

12. 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 control for the trip leader/conductor .

Cost Excludes

1. Bohemain Adventures will take utmost care to see to it that your trip is

successful and without any glitches. However, the participants will enrol for these trips at their own will and risk. BA will not be responsible for any illness, injury or accident encountered.

2. All participants will adhere to the environment codes attached along with the itinerary.

3. Please fill in the requisite guest information form and the indemnity bond and mail it back to us.

4. In case any individual decides to drop out of the trek after the trek commences, the decision to continue will lie with the rest of the team members. The team member opting to return will be escorted back to the road-head. However, the individual will have to bear the additional cost of the accompanying porters and any additional nights spent in a camp site.

Terms and Conditions

6. Participants are expected to take utmost care of their personal belongings and

of the equipment being given to them. The cost of repairing or replacing damaged equipment will be borne by the participant. BA will not be responsible for the damage or loss of any personal belonging during the course of the trek.

7. BA reserves the right of admission to any participant on the trip depending on the fitness condition of the participant.

8. BA reserves the right to change the itinerary in the best interest of all participants, keeping in mind the weather conditions.

9. Participants may be requested to help out in certain camp activities for their own learning and merriment.

10. The consumption of alcohol (in any form) is NOT permitted on the trek.

Terms and Conditions

1. Participants will be confirmed only on 50% payment of the total cost of the trek at least 1 month in advance and after a duly filled in participation/guest form is received by BA.

2. The balance payment can be made through channels mentioned in the Mode of Payment at least two weeks prior to the departure.

3. Payment will be made in accordance with the payment modes only. 4. Cancellation: 100% of the payment will be retained if the cancellation is made

less than a week prior to departure. Cancellation 7-14 days prior to departure will result in 50% retention of total amount, cancellation between 15-21 days will result in 25% retention of total amount and cancellation 21 or more days prior to departure will result in 10% of the total amount being retained.

5. In the event of the cancellation of a trip due to any act of god such as earthquakes, floods or any other natural calamity BA will refund the entire amount to the participants (less the administrative and handling expenses.)

Payment and Cancellation

Policy

Payment for the trek can be made via cheque deposit, cash deposit or an online transfer with the following details:

Name: M/s Bohemian Adventures

Account No: 34367953806 Bank: State Bank of India

Branch: PBB Vasant Vihar, Dehradun IFS Code: SBIN0004207

Payment Details

50/1, Vasant Vihar, Dehradun - 248006 Ph: +91-8171284283, +91-941088336, +91-9820403174

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