Skiing Orientation Course in Narkanda
Trip Overview
Skiing is the closest feel to flying on land. Skiing is said to be a sport for a lifetime, an orientation skiing program in the serene mountain of Narkanda, Himachal Pradesh with a beginner’s slope of 500 m is a great starting destination.
Highlights
- An orientation course designed for first-time skiers
- Learn to ski with an expert instructor on private coaching sessions
- Go on a local sightseeing tour to explore the Kotgarh valley, go on village trek and visit the Gorton Mission Church.
Detailed Overview
Gateway to the apple valley, Kotgarh, Narkanda is a paradise for nature lovers. Narkanda is situated at an altitude of 2708 meters on the Hindustan Tibet Road (NH– 22), Narkanda offers a spectacular view of snowclad mountain ranges. This is an ideal retreat for the tourists who seek seclusion in mountains. It commands a unique view of the eternal snow line, the inviting apple orchards and dense forests. Narkanda is famous for Skiing & Winter sports. During these days the slopes come alive with skiers. The skiing at Narkanda was started in 1980 and since then HPTDC is conducting Skiing courses every year.
Itinerary
Day 1: Reach Narkanda and check in to the hotel. Take an evening sightseeing tour
- On arrival in Narkanda, report at the hotel address and check-in to the room.
- Once well rested and freshened up, the host will arrange an introductory session for the guest and brief them about Skiing and the equipment.
- A local sightseeing tour is arranged for the guests to the local tourist attractions of Narkanda and Kotgarh.
- The guests will have the choice to visit Tanni Jubbar Lake and temple OR Van Vihar, which is beautiful ecology park in the region.
- We recommend an early dinner at the hotel and a good night's sleep as the next day the ski training starts.
Day 2: Full day Ski training
- Start the day early and have breakfast at the hotel.
- The guests are required to meet the host at the decided meeting point and the Ski gears for the full-day orientation session.
- The lesson starts with the instructor with the basics of the skiing i.e. sliding and balancing on the snow slope.
- There will be plenty of opportunities to click pictures in the snowy terrain of Narkanda, making perfect winter memories.
- Falling is part of the game and learning. The instructor will make sure of all safety measures.
- After the dau long skiing session, spend the evening at leisure to exploring the local attractions and places to see.
- The guests may choose to visit the Kotgarh Valley OR Village Trek OR Gorton Mission Church.
Day 3: Hotel check-out day
- After a good night's sleep and breakfast, it'll be time to check-out from the hotel. The guest may continue the winter adventure to other places of visit OR may head back to their home city.
Basic Details
Inclusions
- Transportation from Delhi to Narkanda in semi-sleeper Volvo bus.
- Accommodation as per the itinerary (twin sharing basis).
- Meals - Vegetarian and non-vegetarian (2-breakfast, 2-lunch and 2-dinner).
- Services of an expert Ski Instructor.
- Ski equipment rental charges - Ski, ski shoes and poles (on day-3).
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary.
Exclusions
- Any expenses of personal nature.
- Return journey fare from Narkanda.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions above.
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Important Information
- Skiing Packages depends on snowfall. The current weather forecast shows the best possibilities of Skiing specific snow in January 2019 however the organisers will not be responsible if the ground conditions are not favourable during the travel dates.
- Participants, who are below 21 years of age, will have to get the accompanying information form signed by their parents/guardians.
- It is recommended that 30 minutes exercise for about 20 days prior to joining the courses will be of help to tone-up the required muscles and enable the trainees to pick-up skiing quickly and efficiently.
Things to carry for the trip
- Gumboots/snow boots
- Winter thick jacket (mandatory)
- Hand gloves (mandatory) (waterproof gloves recommended)
- Dark UV sunglasses (mandatory)
- Sunscreen SPF 50+( mandatory)
- Day backpack (mandatory)
- Woollen clothing, head cap and thick socks.
- Windproof/padded jacket.
- Sun Cap – Preferably Round cap for neck protection
- 1 litre of water bottle/person in your day backpack
Cancellation Policy
- Full refund if cancelled before* 30 days
- 75% refund if cancelled before 15 days
- 50% refund if cancelled before 7 days
- No refund after that
Meet-up Information/Reporting Point
- Hotel in Narkanda, the exact address of the hotel is shared in the booking voucher.
- Majnu Ka Tilla, New Aruna Nagar, Delhi (If add-on selected while booking).
- The local contact person details and phone number will be shared in the booking voucher, sent to you via email.
₹ 9850 Per Person
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