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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When can you visit the camps/retreats?
Thanedar and Sojha are operational through out the year. Sangla Camp and retreats at Tabo and Kaza are operational from April to October. [Back to top]

What is the medical help available in the camps/retreats?
The camps/retreats are equipped with First-Aid kits and a doctor is just a call away in case required. [Back to top]

What kind of weather can we expect in camps/retreats?
The temperature can vary from 6-7 degrees Celsius at night in the summer to about 28 degrees Celsius during the daytime in June. Whereas Spiti falls in rain shadow area and gets scanty rainfall, the rest of the places receive their fair share of rainfall during July and August. [Back to top]

What kind of warm clothing is required?
The days from April to October are warm and one can get by in a T-shirt or light jacket. Early mornings and evenings being colder, light woolens from May to August are recommended. Please carry heavy woolens for April, September and October. [Back to top]

What is the condition of the roads?
Considering that most of our camps/retreats are in off beat destinations, the roads are in good condition. The road to Tabo and Kaza from Shimla is also in good condition. The road from Rohtang Pass to Tabo and Kaza is not fully black top and only jeeps are recommended. All vehicles are recommended for drive to the camps/retreats. However, for greater driving pleasure, vehicles with higher clearance should be preferred. [Back to top]

What is the recommended stay in camps/retreats?
Minimum 4-5 nights in Sangla Camp and 3-4 nights in retreats. [Back to top]

Are there any organized tours also?
Yes, we do tailor made tours and jeep safaris covering one or more of our camps/retreats. [Back to top]

What is the source of water?
Water is sourced from either natural springs or from mountain streams, which is then filtered through Aqua Guard. [Back to top]

What documents are required for the 'Inner Line' permits?
Indian nationals no longer require permits for visiting Kinnaur and Lahaul & Spiti. Foreign nationals would require the following documents for getting the permit to visit Tabo: 3 passport size photos, passport and visa with 2 photocopies of each. For visiting certain areas in Ladakh, permits are required which are easily available in Leh. [Back to top]

Do you Organise tours for groups?
Yes, we do organise tours for big family groups, camping excursion tours for school groups and training programs/ conferences/ picnics for corporate at the venue convenient to you. These tours can be tailor-made to suit the requirements of the family/school/corporate and the objective of the tour and can be given an educational, cultural, adventure or a specific activity focus. Contact us to design a tour especially for your needs. [Back to top]

 

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