India
India is the world’s seventh largest country and home to a huge diversity not just in terms of culture and religion but, also its landscape and terrain. Bordering with Afghanistan, Butan, Bangledesh, China, Myanmar (formerly Burma), Nepal and Pakistan, its terrain varies immensely from the Himalaya to desert and plains, from tropical greenery to the sacred Ganges.
Venture Force provide a range of activities in the North of this busy country that combined provide an interesting, exciting and varied expedition. Combining the challenge of High Altitude trekking, the thrills of White Water Rafting, a spell binding Wildlife Safari, the realism of our very own Street Kid Tour and finally the splendor and majesty of the Taj Mahal, guarantee a trip to remember.
Your adventure in India can be tailored to consist of one, or a combination of the adventurous activities listed below to your specifications and length of trip. All activities are suitable for school team/youth groups and adults alike! Once again we would suggest the the Kuari Pass Trek and the Schools Development Expedition are the main component parts of our Indian adventure onto which we 'can bolt' on ancilliary components such as rafting to make up a true adventure.
EXAMPLE EXPEDITION NORTHERN INDIA
A typical 15 Day Northern India Expedition (other options can be combined on request)
Day 1 – Travel from UK to New Delhi
Day 2 – Arrive New Delhi and overnight accommodation in Paha Ganj
Day 3 – Acclimatisation and Street Kid Tour
Day 4 – Rail & Vehicle Travel to Rishikesh
Day 5 – Travel by 4 x 4 to Chepna
Day 6 – Trek Day One Kuari Pass
Day 7 – Trek Day Two Kuari Pass
Day 8 – Trek Day Three Kuari Pass
Day 9 – Trek Kuari Pass
Day 10 – Kuari Pass
Day 11 – Kuari Pass (Josimath)
Day 12 – Travel to Ganges (Camp on river bank)
Day 13 – White Water Rafting (overnight in Rishikesh)
Day 14 – Travel from Rishikesh to Agra
Day 15 – Sunrise over Taj Mahal return to Delhi and return flight.
Expedition Duration: 1 Day
Description: Guided by ex-street kids and includes visit to the Charities school
Expedition Level: Interest
You’ll most likely have seen ‘Slum Dog Millionaire’ well here it is for real.
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The activities we provide in Northern India are the ideal foundation for student personal and team development. By combining varied activities and the fact that student team members organise and manage their own progression around the country (facilitated by experienced Venture Force Expedition Leaders) it is the perfect medium for growth, both physically and mentally.
Expedition Duration: 8 Days (includes ret transport to and from Rishikesh)
Description: Guided, supported trekking accommodation in tented accommodation
Expedition Level: Intermediate
Known as the ‘Curzon Trail’ after Lord Curzon who explored this region in 1905. It remains one of the most popular treks in the Himalayan mountain region, passing through dense forests of oak, pine, rhododendron, deodar, bugyals and through beautiful meadows teeming with flowers typical of this region. With spectacular views of high snow clad Himalayan peaks such as Trishul, and of course, the famous Nanda Devi, it provides inspiration for even the most experienced trekkers.
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Expedition Duration: 2 Days (includes transport to and from Rishikesh)
Description: Guided and supported
Expedition Level: Beginner to Intermediate
White Water Rafting is an exciting, exhilarating and fun way to explore the fabled River Ganges. Our two day adventure commences on white sandy beaches that hug the shore line North of Rishikesh. At this location the mighty Ganges is a fresh, clean and vibrant river flowing freely from the southern fringes of the Himalaya before it heads for India’s vast plains and eventually the Indian Ocean. The campsite is complete with static tents, sprung beds! Where the rafting staff make us feel at home and focus our minds on the delights of the trip to follow but also allowing us to play a few games of volleyball or just relax and reflect on the location, the symbolism of this huge green and blue giant and get to know our team mates.
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Expedition Duration: 4 Days (includes transport to and from Rishikesh)
Description: Guided and supported
Expedition Level: Beginner to Intermediate
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Expedition Duration: 2 Days (incl: transport to Agra and New Delhi for the return flight)
Description: Guided
Expedition Level: Relaxation and interest
Described by Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore as a ‘tear drop on the face of eternity’, the Taj Mahal is such a majestically inspiring mausoleum that one cannot visit India without traveling to Agra to witness its beauty.
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