CAMP NATURE TRAILS, MASHOBRA

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Mashobra (2149 m) – About 12 kilometers from Shimla is a quaint little town called Mashobra. Noted for its apple orchards and thick woods, Mashobra is a sylvan retreat with pretty walks and picnic spots. Approx 7500 feet above sea level, the Camp Nature Trails is located in Mashobra. Commanding splendid views, Mashobra is ringed by the peaks of the Western Himalayas. On a clear day, the mountains of the Pir Panjal range in the state of Jammu and Kashmir can be seen stretching all the way across to Nanda Devi in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand from a few places in and around Mashobra. Mashobra has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. In the summer months of April to June, wild flowers fill the meadows, and the air is cool, fresh and pine-scented and it can rain off and on. The rainy season from July to August has an appeal of its own with misty mountains and glorious sunsets. September to November is pleasant and bracing, while winter is crisp and invigorating with snow and bright, sunny weather.

LOCATION The Camp Nature Trails is located at Sivpur (2 kms by a dirt track from Mashobra), close to the famous Sipur Temple where the annual Sipi Fair is held in May. Thickly forested and removed from the heavily touristy Shimla region, the camp provides a soft adventure avenue while staying close to nature.

HOW TO GET THERE

BY ROAD - The Camp Nature Trails is approximately 360 kms from Delhi and 110 kms from Chandigarh. The drive in the hills starts from Kalka to Solan (42 kms) and thereon to Shimla (45 kms).

BY TRAIN – Kalka / Chandigarh the nearest railheads is about 112/122 kms from the Camp NatureTrails, and is well connected by a host of trains from Delhi.

FACILITIES

Accommodation is provided in 12 feet by 12 feet tented accommodation units, which have a centre table, two beds with mattresses and sleeping bags. There is a Four Feet sitting area in-front of every unit. Each unit is weather proof and well ventilated with roll up net windows. The floors of all units are tiled by locally available slate rocks.

Dining Arrangements - The camp kitchen takes care of the meals in a buffet arrangement. Chinese and continental food is also served at the camp with prior information and request. Drinking water at the camp is sourced from a natural water spring with in the camp area. The same is filtered before laying out for drinking. Alternatively bottled water is procured for drinking and cooking purposes. Adequate supply of bottled drinking water is also maintained at the camp.

Sanitation - Toilets at the camp are in a central compound. There are 8 English WC Toilets and 4 Indian WC Toilets with bathing units that have running water. Hot water is made available through Hamaams on request.

Activities and the staff conducting them - All activity instructors are professionally equipped with the knowledge they impart to the guests. Most of the staff belongs to the mountains and know the mountains well.

Medical Emergency - A doctor is available on call from Mashobra, which is only 2 kms away. Specilaised medical care facilities are available at Shimla if the need may arise. The camp always has complete first aid available.

Communication - GSM Cell phones networks are now active in the region but the signals are often erratic. Landline connectivity is still provided by BSNL. Internet connectivity is still sparse. A GSM cell phone is now kept at the camp for all communications.

ACTIVITIES

HIKING - The area presents endless avenues for the hiking enthusiasts. From a two-hour hike in the surrounding area to a full day Hike to the imposing Shali peak, the options are enough to keep you occupied for a while. A steep two hour walk can also take to a small river. The climb back to the camp is almost three hours and this makes it a whole day activity so pack some lunch and water before you leave.

RIVER CROSSING - You also learn the act of river crossing over the base tied across two trees.

OBSTACLE COURSE - A small obstacle course at the camp consisting of Ladder Bridge, Double Rope Bridge, Tarzan Swing and other rope and bamboo assortments is an ideal activity with in the campus.

RAPPELLING - Learn the basics of Rappelling on the flat rock face near the camp. On the subtle end you will also realize the importance of planning, coordination, patience, listening and motivational values for your teammates. You will also learn the act of rappelling i.e. descending on the rock face you just climbed but no hold or grips just the rope and you and your knees and feet.

RECREATION – Hammocks are there all over the camp under shady trees, a small, make shift badminton court, carom, dart, badminton, chess, Rope swings, daily bonfires to keep you occupied at any time.

TOUR ENDS 

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• Accommodation on twin share
• AM / PM tea, coffee supplements
• All available camp Activities
• Daily Evening Bonfire
• Light Snacks around the bonfire

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