ABOUT CAMP GOLD COAST

ABOUT CAMP GOLD COAST, GANGA– estb 2008

Our camp on the Ganga, is 30 km north of Rishikesh (in Garhwal, Uttaranchal). Our camp site isthe biggest stretch of silver sand beach in this area and is open from mid September till the 15thof June.The most popular trips are the 03 days / 02 nights packages. All equipment - life jackets& helmets, etc. are provided and our experienced staff will guide your raft through the rapidsfor an exhilarating trip down the Ganga!

Children under 12 years who wish to do the adult raft trip, would need to get an OK from theHimalayan Outdoors personnel, who take the decision based on the height & weight ratio for safety. Younger children can do a calmer trip down river, as well as kayaking, volleyball, frisbee, baseball, swimming and even hikes into the surrounding forest can be arranged with prior notice. A day in camp is rounded off with a campfire and a leisurely evening with your fellow rafters.

ACCOMMODATIONOur capacity is up to 100 persons at any one time, be it in one group or individual families. Weoffer large tents on a twin share basis. Each tent accommodates 2 beds, 2 chairs and a smalltable. All tents enjoy a clear view of the river and are set apart from each other so that eachenjoys relative privacy. We provide mattresses, pillows with covers, sheets and blankets.We do not provide towels.

A list of clothes to bring along is attached.We can arrange to put-in a third bed in the tent for a child (although it is a bit of a tightsqueeze).

TOILETSIn keeping with environmental standards and being situated on a river bank, we offer dry pitwestern style toilets that are simple, hygienic and odour free. This type of toilet is the only one permitted by the Indian Forest department after careful study and research of location and usage.

SHOWERSIn keeping with the ambience we offer shower enclosures in the forest. Basic but fun! Hot wateris provided. Showers are available at certain times and this will be explained during the campbriefing on reaching camp.

FOODMeals are served at a buffet. The food is good, clean & wholesome. Usually 1 continental & 1Indian meal per day, with a continental breakfast. Although we have fixed menus, we areflexible with the menu depending on the guests’ profile. Children are always especiallyconsidered and an early dinner is served to them every evening in consultation with the parents.

NOTE : All our vegetables are washed in potassium permanganate.

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ABOUT CAMP GOLD COASTOur water is sourced from a spring on the opposite bank. It has been tested and found free ofamoeba and bacteria. However we add iodine as an extra precaution.We can provide bottled water at an extra cost.

TRAVEL OPTIONS1. Dehradun Shatabdi Express – departs New Delhi 0650 hrs. Arrives Haridwar at 1125 hrs.From Haridwar we can provide a pick-up transfer to the Camp – 90 mins drive by road –approx. 37 kms.2. Jan Shatabdi Express – departs New Delhi at 1530 hrs. Arrives Haridwar at 1830 hrs.Pick-up transfer same as above can be provided.3. By road – 260 kms from Delhi. Approx. 6-7 hrs driving time. Depending on the time thatyou leave Delhi. Early morning is best.N.B. Any travel arrangements made by us are booked via a travel agent & you are chargedaccordingly.

INSURANCEIt is up to the individual to arrange their own holiday / accident insurance & each adult would beasked to sign a liability waiver.

GANGA - FAQs :Q : Do I need to know swimming to go rafting?Ans: Not necessary. Our life jackets, equipment and safety briefing by our experienced creware more than adequate. However, should you be apprehensive of the big rapids, ourguides will have you walk around them.

Q : What are the age and health restrictions, if any, for rafting?Ans : There is no upper age limit for rafting as long as you are in reasonably good health.Minimum 12 yrs. You will be required to sign a liability release prior to the trip. Guardians must sign on behalf of children. For children below 12 yrs we have certain ‘kiddy’ rafting stretcheswhich have mild rapids.

Q : What do I need to wear for rafting?Ans : Himalayan Outdoors’ provides 3mm neoprene wetsuits (full body, sleeveless) inaddition to a paddling jacket, life jacket and helmet is more than adequate for thecolder months (Dec/Jan/Feb). You need wear only thermal underwear (or underwear)underneath the wetsuit. You will need a pair of strap up sandals or running shoes. Nobare feet. For the warmer months (March, April, October and November), shorts and T-shirtsalong with the footwear is adequate.

Q : Is rafting safe/ what can I expect on the trip?Ans : The Ganges rapids are ideal for the first time rafter where you can expect to getthoroughly wet and have a lot of fun! The rapids are thrilling yet safe. On theInternational Scale of I to VI in grading rapids, the rapids you will experience arebetween II and IV. (Class I being easy and Class VI being exceedingly challenging). Our

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ABOUT CAMP GOLD COASTguides are in command and will instruct you in basic paddling technique and safetyprocedures. In certain sections of mild white water you may be encouraged to “bodysurf”. There is a stop for refreshments along the way at “Diving rock” where the moreadventurous can take a plunge into the river. For the more adventurous we haveinflatable kayaks which are stable in white water and our guides would be happy toinstruct you to try some of the milder rapids in such kayaks.

Q : What else can I do at camp besides rafting?Ans : You can try your hand at kayaking and rappelling and even choose to go on a naturewalk or a day long hike. Sight-seeing in Rishikesh, famous for its ashrams and eveningaarti ceremony. Yoga and meditation classes can also be arranged on request at thebeach camp site. For children we have a trampoline, beach-games and sand castlebuilding competition!!!!

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