PROSPECTUS RS. 10/-

High Attitude Trekking to SANDAKPHU (12,000 ft.) in Darjeeling Himalaya 2016

ORGANIZED BY Assam Mountaineering Association Madhuryya Bhawan, R.G. Baruah Sports Complex Guwahati-781007 Ph. No.: 8474838657/ 9577735159 Mail:[email protected]

OBJECTIVE OF THE PROGRAMME: The main object of the programme is to stimulate a spirit of adventure to reveal & develop the Sturdier qualities of character, both physical & mental, to instill a sense of comradeship, discipline, Selflessness, Service to the community, Self-reliance, physical fitness and the ability to think & live adventurously.

DESCRIPTION OF THE AREA: It is said that trekking in India originated in Darjeeling as far back as eighty year ago. Trekking means foot travel on mountain trail. It is an experience that never be paralleled. Darjeeling has perhaps one of the most spectacular treks to offer along the beauty of its magnificent hill. The charms of the Himalayan along with its mysteries gradually unfold as trekkers traverse through dense forests and verdant landscape, through miles of green carpeted meadow and sleepy hamlets. The Singalila trek as it is popularly called will enable you to discover the sublime Himalayan interior unmarried by making. Our target Sandakphu is situated at the high point of Darjeeling district. The Sandakphu Trek offers on excellent view of the Kanchanjonga, Everest group and Bhutan group of mountain peaks in Nepal, Sikkim and Bhutan. The trek from Manaybhanjang to Jaubari is fairly Steep Climb through a succession of countourous trails. Megma looks directly over Darjeeling and commands a magnificient view over the hill resort. The traverses bamboo glades and consists of a Zig-Zag path till Kalpukhuri via Jaubari (Nepal). From here is steep climb leads trekkers to the Sandakphu bun glow. On a clear day Sandakphu offers a fantastic view of four of world’s height peak Everest, Kanchanjonga Makalu and Lhotse. DETAILS OF THE PROGRAMME 23.03.2016 (Wed) :Guwahati to New Jalpaiguri by Sampak Kranti Exp Train Exp Dep 06-15 a.m . Arr: 13:25 p.m. New jalpaiguri to Tumling(Nepal) Via Manaybhanjang by Bus/Land rover. Expected Journey time 6 hrs. 24.03.2016 (Thus) : Trekking start from Tumling(9,000 ft.) via Gairibas (8649 ft.)To Kalpokhuri (10,000 ft.). About 14 km trekking. 5/6 hrs. 25.03.2016 (Fri) :Kalpokhuri To Sandakphu 6 k.m. Trekking. 4/5 hrs Trekking.

26.03.2016(Sat) Briefing of mountain range, viewing of Everest (27,824 ft.), Kanchanjonga (28,250 ft.), Makalu (27,824 ft.), Lhotse (27,923 ft. and Nuptse (25,850 ft.), Karbu Dome (21,598 ft.), Kokthang (20,010 ft.), Talong (24,251 ft.), Janu (25,294 ft.), Pandim (22,010 ft.), Sumal Hari (24,220 ft.), Samiang (24,006 ft.), Dongkhya (23,000 ft.) Descending Sandakphu (12,000 ft) to Rimbik (7,545 ft.) about 16 km trekking. Camp fire at Rimbik.

27.03.2016 (Sun): Rimbik To NJP. 130 k.m. by Sumo / Bus 8-10 hrs journey. Proceed for homebound train. 28.03.2016 (Mon) Early morning arrival at Guwahati

PERSONAL KIT

(1)Cap, (2) Scarf or Woolen Cap, (3) Nylon Socks 2 pair, (4) Cotton Socks 2 pair, (5) Full Cotton Shirts 2 nos., (6) cotton / Jeans 2 nos., (7) Woolen Gloves 1 Pair, (8) good quality sports shoe-1 pair, (9) Slipper – 1 pair, (10) Water Bottle, (11) Warm nightdress (optional), (12) T- Shirts-2 nos., (13) Nape Sack / Hybersack – 1 No., (14) Shorts / Bermuda (optional), (15) Small Torch with extra pair of cell, (16) Toilet requisites, (17) Sun Glass (18) Small Knife, (19) Vaseline / Cold Cream, (20) High Neck woolen pull over, (21) Camera/ Transistor / Playing Card (optional), (22) Windproof Jacket, (23) First Aid Kit, (24) Glucon-D, (25) Jacket (26) Note book with pen (27) Tiffin box (28) Track suit. Point to point distance & Attitude: Dist (K.M.) Pt. to Dist. (K.M.) Place Altitude in Ft. Pt. Progressive Guwahati 150 0 0 NJP 165 425 425 Manaybhanjang 7,042 85 510 Megma 8,880 11 521 Tumling (Nepal) 9,000 2 523 Jaubari (Nepal) 9,000 4 527 Gairibas 8,649 9 536 Kayakatta 8,900 2 538 Kalphukhori 10,000 4 542 Phukte 10,032 2 544 Bikebhanjang 10,200 2 546 Sandakphu 12,000 4 550 Rimbik 7,545 16 566

THE FOLLOWING RULE AND ORDERS ARE STRICTLY TO FOLLOW:

1. Always be attentive to your Instructor. 2. Do not tackle what is beyond your training and experience. You are nothing in front of the Great Himalaya. 3. Always be one group. Don’t go alone. 4. Don’t make loud voices. 5. Do not disturb mountain ecology & natures balance. 6. In this area communication/ power supply is very poor & other facilities are very limited. 7. Avoid all type of troubles. 8. Be cordial and helpful to local people and always greet them. 9. Respect the sanctity of holy lakes, historical site and local culture. 10. Do not throw chocolate wrappers or other litter by the way side or in the stream. 11. Try to be well mannered, inquisitive and act smartly as it helps you to build up character and personality. 12. Do not quarrel; Try to understand everyone. 13. Try to help your colleagues. 14. Students are not allowed to bring helper/Family/Pet/Toys/ornaments. 15. Don’t lost or damage any organizer’s property. You are liable to pay for every item lost or damaged. 16. Avoid littering; deposit garbage’s at designated sites. Do not throw any plastic materials. 17. Take nothing but picture leave nothing but your foot prints. 18. Last but not least, it is your behavior, which is always count. You may be expelled for your miss deeds.

FEES:

The total trekking programme is 6 (Six) days. The fees inclusive of transportation, fooding, lodging, equipments, instructors, porter, national park fee etc is Rs. 8,000/ for Member and Rs. 10,000/ for Non- Member only.

MEDICAL CHECK UP:

Participants are required to pass medical check up to be arranging by the organizer.

DISCIPLINE The Association reserves the right to dismiss any entrant from the Course or take disciplinary action for misconduct as it may deem fit in respect of any trainee.