Camping is perhaps the best way of enjoying the wonders of nature given to Himachal
and sharing the warmth of its people. You can carry your own gear along - or opt
for any of the several camps that are pitched in various parts of the state. These
camps offer accommodation, catering and a variety of activities like hikes, fishing,
nature-tours and rafting. Most of these offer quality facilities and services.Himachal
Tourism has camps at Sarchu in Lahaul, and in addition to built-accommodation,
tents are available at Sangla and Kalpa in Kinnaur, and at Kazza in Spiti.The
Youth Hostel Association of India, runs camps at Dalhousie and at Kullu-Manali.
Camps run by the private sector are in Baspa (Sangla) valley and at Kalpa in Kinnaur,
at Tabo in Spiti, at AI Hilal (Taragarh) and Dharamshala in Kagra, at Shoja near
Kullu, and at Mashobra and Baldian near Shimla. Adventure camps are likely to
be available soon in the Pabbar valley, in the Jubbal-Hatkoti-Rohru area.
Wild camps have become the ultimate focus of wildlife conservation in the whole
world. Since the days when natural wilderness and wildlife of the the world cam
under threat, the wildlife authorities of forests preservation societies, started
of a new kind of awareness programme, which will educate the people about nature
and its preservation in a better way and that's how, wild camps came into being.
Wildlife camping is not very different from normal camping, except the wild camping
doesn't get restricted to season or any adventure activity. It works as a recreational
program and there isn't any age limit in this. Any one who likes to explore nature
and want to learn the facts about what nature has given to us and what we can
give in return, can take up this camping expedition .
Sangla Valley :- Baspa valley ( also known as Sangla valley ) is one of
the most beautiful valleys of Kinnaur. It starts from Karcham ( 1,899 meters )
where the Baspa river coming from the east joins the Satluj. The road for Baspa
valley branches from the Hindustan Tibet road at the river junction and after
turning south crosses the Satluj over a bridge to reach Karacham. The valley open
up beyond Sangla and is full of wooded slopes as far as Chitkul ( 3,435 meters
). Chitkul is the last inhabited village in the valley surrounded by green fields
and high mountain peaks. It is like a Fairyland. The quaint little houses, temples,
gompas and the people of Baspa valley conjure up a perfect image of "Shangri-La"
The beautiful Sangla Valley has to be the highlight of your Himalayan camping
holiday. A mere 30 Km from the Tibetan border, the Sangla Valley was closed to
travellers until 1992 and even today is quite untouched by civilisation. Situated
at an average height of 2700 m, Sangla Valley is a place where you can unwind
in style as you wake up in your cosy Swiss style tents to the chirping of birds.
You can enjoy the breathtaking views of Himalayan peaks and snow covered mountains,
go for a walk in a valley bursting with exotic fruits, flowers, birds, butterflies
and Himalayan wildlife or walk to nearby villages of Batseri and Rakcham and meet
the local inhabitants, the Kinnauris. At Banjara Camps you'll surely wish you
could stay forever!
Chail :- ( 2,250 meters ) Situated 45 km. from Shimla.. This was the Summer
Capital of the erstwhile Patiala State. The small town is located amid thick
woods and has fine walks. It has the highest cricket ground in the world. The
dense forests around are alive with many species of birds and animals but it is
best known for its Scottish red Deer' which were introduced by the Maharaja.
With its carpet of lush green meadows and thick Deodar forests, Chail offers a
tranquillity simply unimaginable in today's fast paced life.