- we will accept Rs 2100 per person who wishes to join this venture
- this cost will cover there camping and food
- on prior notice we will arrange train/airport transfers to Manebhanjan
- please try to reach manebhanjan by 3pm on Feb 12
- please do not hesitate to get in touch with me if you have any query
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Cleaning The Singalila Ridge 2009
Friday, January 23, 2009
Singapore!
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Monday, January 12, 2009
Spiti Expedition 2009
Spiti Expedition 2009
PEAKS TO BE CLIMBED:
1- MANIRANG 6593M
2- SAPONANG 5836M
3- GHUNSARANG 5800M
4- MANIRANG WEST 5888M
5- UNNAMED PEAK 6223M
DURATION:
· 3 WEEKS(ex Delhi) for climbing Manirang and Manirang West
· additional 1 week for climbing Saponang, Ghunsarang & peak 6223m
BEST SEASON OF CLIMBING: JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER
Brief History: Manirang was first climbed by Dr J. de V. Graaff and party in 1952. In 1988, Indian Paratroopers made the second ascent of this peak. In 1994, the third ascent of Manirang was made by an Indo-British Team. In 2006, we climbed Manirang. This was the fourth ascent of the mountain.
If we can make additional incentive summits. We will be able to make the second ascent of Saponang (5836m), Ghunsarang (5800m),And the first ascent of Unnamed Peak 6223m!
Costs Involved:
- Special offer of US$ 2500 per person available for a limited period only. Please contact ASAP to avail this discounted price.
- To learn more about this Expedition and our services details please email us.
Type: Ideal for experimenting Alpine style ascent on a Himalayan peak
Grade: Major Mountaineering Expedition with basic snow & ice climbing skills
Cost Include:
IMF peak royalty
Restricted Area Fees*as applicable
Liaison Officer Cost
Environment Levy
State Government Fees
Airport Transfer
All accommodation in hotels/guest houses en route road head
All major meals, breakfast en route road head
Hotel in Delhi*
All transport to and fro Delhi
All food up to Base Camp and High Camps
Porters/ponies up to Base Camp
Cook, Kitchen helper in Base
High Altitude Porters to ferry loads, set up high camps, fix ropes etc
Climbing Guide's* support up to Summit
Base Camp Manager*
Base Camp Tents for Members, Kitchen and Dining Tent
Kitchen Utensils and Fuel
Group Gears for climbing e.g. rope, pitons, snow bars, crabs etc
Cost Exclude:
Food, transport in Delhi
International flights, Airport Tax, Visa costs
Insurance
Individual Climbing Gears and clothing; special individual mountain diet if any
Cost of evacuation in case on accidents or emergencies
Any expense of personal nature
Tips, Laundry, Bar Bills, Telephone Calls, Mineral water
Customs Clearance
Special Offer Price US$ 2500 per person for July-August, 2009 only.
Terms and Conditions:
1-Offer valid for the month of July-August 2009 only
2- Booking should reach us by March 31, 2009
3- Price valid only for Manirang and Manirang West peaks.
ADVENTURE MANIA GRADING SYSTEM
WALK UP
Generally hands are not required, nor are ice axe/crampons during ideal conditions. Climbs vary in steepness, and may or may not be on trails.
SCRAMBLE
Easy to moderate rock climbing, hand holds are required for upward movement. Ropes may or may not be required.
BASIC SNOW/ICE CLIMB
Requires ice axe and crampons; routes are of varying degree of steepness; may or may not require a hanging belay.
TECHNICAL ROCK &/OR ICE
Presents fundamental challenges beyond those of a basic climb. Requires advanced rock and/or ice climbing techniques, and may or may not require climbing aids.
MAJOR MOUNTAINEERING EXPEDITION
Difficult climbs, generally lasting several days or weeks, with serious technical challenges and potentially hazardous climbing conditions. Often these require porters, multiple camps, and/or supply drops.
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Real Adventure Journeys Across Himalaya
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Friday, January 9, 2009
Plastic Cleaning Programme: Singalila National Park
February 12, 2009: Tonglu
February 13, 2009: Kalipokhri
February 14, 2009: Sandakphu
February 15, 2009: Closing of Camp
Important Notes:
Cleaning Palstic garbage from Singalila Ridge is an effort by Adventure Mania. We need and welcome volunteers and Sponsors. As we will be hiking our way up to Sandakphu from Manebhanjan, we will be picking up plastic and other garbage along the trail. After April 2008, this is going to be our second such venture on the Singalila Ridge.
- persons interested to join this venture can come directly to our camp at Tonglu/Sandakphu
- at prior notice, we can arrange for transport to the trail head before and after trek,
- private transport can be organized from Siliguri town, New Jalpaiguri Railway Station and/or Bagdogra airport
- volunteers can choose to stay in our camp. Tents, Sleeping mats and food will be provided
- volunteers can choose to make their travel and trekking arrangements on their own, and can still be a part of this venture
- for more information please call or email Raja: 97487 61139; anindya.aventuremania@gmail.com
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Plastic Cleaning Programme at the Singalila National Park
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Adventure Mania
www.adventuremania.com
http://himalaya-raja.blogspot.com
Real Adventure Journeys Across Himalaya
t:+91 97487 61139
m:+91 92305 11139
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