1) What region of north India are we traveling to?
-We're traveling from Delhi to Bhuntar > Pulga which is a part of Kasol in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh.
2) What altitude would we be traveling to?
-Tosh is at an altitude of approximately 9,498 ft (2,895 m) while our campsite at Kheerganga is at 9,711 ft (2,960 m)
3) What will the temperature be like while we're there?
-Temperatures rise to a maximum of 30°C during the day and can drop to a minimum of 15°C during the night
4) Is there mobile connectivity in Kasol?
-Other than our stay in Tosh & Kheerganga, you will have network and internet connection at Kasol.
5) Are there any ATMs where we're traveling?
-There are a couple of ATMs at Kasol market, however carry liquid cash at all times.
6) What will the group size be?
-We will be a maximum of 20 travelers including 2 Bhatakna representatives.
7) Is there any age limit to join this trip?
-No, there is no age limit to join this trip. However, based on our previous experiences, the age group of travelers is usually between 18-30.
8) Can I join this expedition solo?
-Yes, of course, you can! We have a good number of solo travelers on almost every Backpacking Trips.
9) How physically fit do I need to be to join this trip?
-This trip doesn't have a very high physical requirement. You need to be able to walk long distances on flat plains and be able to do a day trek too. Those who have a low tolerance of cold should be prepared with temperature appropriate clothing.
10) Are there doctors/hospitals in Parvati Valley?
-Kasol market has a doctors dispensary which is at a convenient distance from our homestay.
- All timings and activities are subject to weather, group size, capabilities of participants etc.
- LiveB4YouDie holds the right to cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances (for eg. unfavorable weather)
- By registering for this trip, you agree to have read through and abide by the LiveB4YouDie terms & conditions mentioned below:
I HEREBY AGREE, UNDERTAKE AND DECLARE AS FOLLOWS:
IN CONSIDERATION of being permitted to the Bhatakna trip/event/trek/activity, hereinafter referred to as Activities conducted by Bhatakna (hereinafter jointly referred to as the Instructors, I do hereby:
Acknowledge and agree that I am aware of the risks involved in the Activities and have also been apprised by the Conductor through his/her Instructors of the inherent risks and dangers associated with the activity and having understood the risks associated with the activity I have willingly agreed to learn/agree to send my ward to learn and participate in the Activities.
I assure that I am / my ward is in proper and good health and I am / my ward is physically fit to learn and also participate in the activity and represent that I am / my ward is not suffering from any disease which might remotely either put myself / my ward or the other participants at any risk or danger;
I agree to comply with the stated terms and conditions of participation; further agree and warrant that if at any time when the Instructors believe and think that any conditions to be unsafe, they will have the right to ask me / [my ward] to discontinue further participation in the Activities immediately;
I shall not hold the conductor, instructors, employees, other participants, owners, lessors or anyone responsible for any injury that might happen to me / my ward in the course of my journey to the venue and my journey backwards;
I hereby release, discharge and agree not to sue the conductor, Instructors, employees, any sponsors, advertisers, other participants, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises on which the Activity takes place, from all liability, claims, demands, losses, injuries, damage to property or other damages caused or alleged to be caused on my account / on account of my ward in whole or in part by the bonafide errors of the Instructors.
I have read this letter and I fully understand its terms; I also understand that this letter intends to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the largest extent allowed by law and agree that if any portion of this agreement is held to be not valid, the balance shall continue in full force and effect.
Cancellation Policy:
- In Delhi, we will meet at Manju ka Tilla at 5:00 pm. Please do not be late.
- On your return journey from Delhi, please book your train or flights post 1 pm (to be on the safer side in case of any delays)
- Despite this being a backpacking trip, we will be running on a fixed schedule. Punctuality will be appreciated.
- All of Kasol is home to people across the world from different cultures. Please honor the local cultures and do not be disrespectful.
- This is a backpacking trip. Please be prepared for a good amount of walking up and down hills and hilly terrain.
- Carry enough liquid cash. There are barely any ATMs at Parvati Valley. The ones that are there, don't work at times.
- Carrying a backpack/haversack is essential. Do NOT carry trolley bags. You will find it very difficult to lug them up and down the slopes.
- Please carry enough winter wear like thermals, beanies, socks, gloves, and jackets. It is advisable to carry a few pieces of temperature-appropriate winter-wear as opposed to several layers of regular clothing.
- While we're moving in groups to various places, try and stick to the group and not wander off.
- The trip schedule is subject to change. Day of visits to the mentioned places could be shifted back and forth.
- While booking your transport to Delhi, please try and book refundable tickets wherever possible (especially flights)
- In the scenario that the trip gets canceled, you will be refunded the entire trip amount.
Accommodation:
- Rooms will be on a triple sharing basis
- There will be common wash rooms at the Cottage & Campground
- These are Cottage & camp and not hotels. There will be no room service
Meals:
- LiveB4YouDie will provide 2 meals a day
- We will take care of breakfast and dinner every day
- For Lunch meals, we will try out new cafes. We will alert you a budget and you can choose to eat any item off the menu
- The cuisines will be shuffling between Indian, Israeli, Continental and Tibetan. You can try any of these cuisines at the cafes we visit
- We urge you to go explore the various cuisines that Kasol has to offer
Transportation:
- We will be traveling from Delhi to Kasol and back in tempo traveler
- We will transit around within kasol by tempo traveler.
1. Sturdy shoes for long walks (well-fitting, neither loose nor tight)
2. An extra smaller backpack for day outings (college bag types)
3. Water bottle (try avoiding buying mineral water bottles to reduce plastic waste)
4. Toiletries, Torch, Lip-balm, Sunscreen, Sunglasses.
5. Personal Medication (Asthma, allergen medication etc.)
6. Slippers/flip-flops
7. Binoculars, Camera (optional)
8. Sufficient liquid cash
9. Crepe-bandage (each person should have 1 roll each)
10. Warm clothes (Temperatures drop really low toward the end of the year)