Camping in Himachal Pradesh
Camping
Amidst Himalayas
Does natural beauty fascinates you, and you want to spend time in lap
of nature. If yes, Camping is the perfect holiday option for you.
Tourists from all parts of world visit Himachal Pradesh to enjoy the
adventure activities. For the enthusiasts, skiing, rafting, biking and
trekking are most opted sport activities. For those looking for mellow
adventure, Golf and Camping are major options. Camping in Himachal
Pradesh has emerged as a favorite past time of nature lovers. There are
many camping sites in Himachal Pradesh, some of which have readymade
camps. Camping is all about lying peacefully amidst forests, wandering
through thick woods, and enjoying the life of a jungle inhabitat. The
best thing about camping is that it can be enjoyed irrespective of
weather conditions. The readymade camps offer services like
accommodations, catering, fishing, angling and support for adventure
activities. People of all ages can enjoy the fun of camping.
Major Camping Sites
Sangla Valley, Kinnaur
Sangla valley, also called Bapsa valley, is the most camped sites in
Himachal Pradesh. The picturesque valley offers camping on altitudes
ranging from 1900 mts to 3500 mts. The Sangla valley is 30 kms from
Indo-Tibet borders, and is hardly touched by civilisation. One 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. Sangla valley
promises to provide oppurtunity to unwind oneself, the way he wants to.
Tabo Camping
Tabo is a small town in Spiti valley, 47 km from Kaza. Tabo is known
for its vast valley and breath taking views of Himalayas. Tabo is famous
for its Monastery, which was built in 10th century. The monastery is
considered next to the Tholing monastery, the most revered Tibetan
monastery. Camping here is more peaceful experience, as the silence is
broken only by the sounds of rivers, winds and animal voices.
Hatu Camping
Hatu is situated near Shimla, is at a height of 10500 ft. Camping here
can be done amidst jungle. One can see the snowline each morning as out
of the tent. With a wide variety of flora and fauna to explore, this
camp is ideal for those looking for nature at it's best. Hatu also
offers pleasant sunset view, supposedly the best in state. The whole
area gets covered in simmering red gold when the sun is setting behind
the ranges. Options for adventure sports, like rock climbing is also
open in Hatu.
Chail Camping
Chail, 45 kms from Shimla
offers camping, where one can easily forget the fast paced life of
cities. The city has some very good treks, to explore the forests and
meadows. 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 opf Patiala in early 19th century.
Other major camping sites in Himachal Pradesh are Triund campping, Beas
Kund Camping site and Pulga-Kheer Ganga camp. But the options to camps
in the wilds and plains are open to visitors, and necessary information
can be collected from Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation
offices about the camping in the desired places.
Camping and Biking
Camping fun can be doubled when combined with Biking or Trekking.
Biking involves use of a mountain bike, to explore the terrains of
Himalayas. Foldable tents can be carried on bikes, and after biking for
whole day, halt at camps during night is a memotrable experience.
Equipment and Information
Camping does not require apecial equipment, except for the tents. One
must go for water proof tents, as they can prevent from drenching in
monsoon. There are many agents, which organise camping trips, and offer
accommodation, sight-seeing and catering. Also there are readymade
tents, which can be hired for a camping holiday in Himachal Pradesh.
