Most upcomming phenomenon around the world is 'Adventure
Tourism', and Pauri is a paradise of adventure seekers interested in sports like-
Trekking, Moonlight Trekking, Cycling, Jungle Camping, Wildlife Adventure, Aero- sports,
Angling, Rockclimbing, Rafting etc.
As far as
exposure of Pauri in context to tourism is concerned, it's almost negligible. Department
of Tourism, HNB Garhwal University, Srinagar has taken the initial step towards this
direction by introducing, Cycling and Rock-Climbing Camps in association with Department
of Tourism, Government of Uttranchal. Few other private entrepreneurs have also entered
the field towards promotion of tourism in Pauri District.
Department
of Tourism, University of Garhwal, is one of the pioneer institutes in the field of human
resource development for tourism trade. We are in this field for the last 27 years,
established in the year 1976 with a Diploma course. In the year 1991, with the efforts of
faculty members the initiative was taken and the centre entered into the global market of
tourism education by introducing for the first time the Master of Tourism
Administration (MTA) programme (2 year full time with 4 semesters), the course of
its own kind and crowned itself by becoming second in Asia, were a course on tourism at
masters degree level was started with 32 modules.
Besides
theoretical classes a care is taken for multi-dimensional grooming of students, and the
present festival is one of such examples.
Activities
1. Cycling to various selected trails ( Khirsu, Adwani Ghurdauri)
2.Rock Climbing
3. Slide Show
4.Jungle Camping
5.Camping tools & techniques
6.Cleanliness Program
7.Preparing local cuisine*
8. Interacting with locals*
9.Aero Sports*
10. Mountaineering
11. Nature Walk
12. Jungle Safari
(*
Special Interest Program)
Treking
1- Binsor Trek
Binsor is situated at an altitude
at 2480mt. and is at a distance of 134 kms from Pauri. set amidst dence forest of Oak,
Deodar and Rhododendro is a celebrate place of workship. The temple dedicated to Lord
shiva is of archaeological significance. the central room of the temple is beautifully
adorned by the idolsof ganesh, Her Gauri and Kans Mardini. Thalisain, 104 kms from Pauri,
is the last bus stop.
About trek
From thalisain, the trek trails
begin through very rich forest of Deodar, Pine and Oaks, all brimming with wildlife. this
trek is full of life and it is assured that one will enjoy the scenic beauty through the
trek.
Part-I
| Day 1 |
Pauri to thalisain (drive to Thalisain
104 km.), |
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Lodges & Hotels |
| Day 2 |
Thalisain to Piersain (13 km trek,
Overnight at |
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camp), Camping |
| Day 3 |
12 km. trek to Binsor (Overnight at
camp), |
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Dharamsala and Camping |
Part II
Binsor-Garisain trek
20 km trek to Gairsain near
Adibadri via bhramddungi
2- Doodhatoli Trek
Doodhatoli, Situated at an
altitude of 3100 mt, is covered with dense mixed forest. Thalisain is the last bus
terminal (104 km. from Pauri) from where Doodhatoli is at a distance of 24 km. by trek. It
is one of the most picturesque places and offers a panaromic view of the Himalayan ranges
and the surrounding areas.
The indomitable freedom fighter of
Garhwal, veer Chandra Singh Garhwali was enamoured by the place. As was his last wish a
memorial in his name has been erected here after his death. A humble but bold momorial in
his name creates a 'never say die' atmosphere under the taill Oak trees.
Accessibility
| Pauri |
Thalisain |
104 kms (drive), Lodge, Hotels |
| Thalisain |
Peersain |
(11km trek), Camping |
| Peersain |
Binsar |
(11km trek), Dharamsala and Camping |
| Binsor |
Doodhatoli |
(12 km trek), Camping |
3-Hariyali
Devi trek
Hariyali Devi temple is situated
at the height of 1480 Mt, a confluence of pristine beauty and religious fervour. Hariyali
Devi is thronged by tourists and pilgrims in large numbers during janamasthami and
deepawali.
| Day 1 |
Pauri to Dabrukhal (Drive) 43 km,
Camping |
|
Dabrukhal to Mojkhal (Trek) 6 km.
Camping |
| Day 2 |
Mojkhal to Bhenswara to Hariyali Devi
(trek), |
|
13 km. Dharamsala and Camping |
4-Gujurugahri
Trek
| Day 1 |
Pauri to Thalisain to Bajroan to Liskot
to Kingorikhal |
|
(Drive), Camping |
| Day 2 |
Kingorikhal to Gujurugahri (Trek) 4 km.
Camping |
5-Tara Kund Trek
Situated at a height of 2,200 mts,
Tara Kund is picturesque spot amidst lofty mountains in the Charisirh development area. A
small lake and an anciet temple adorn the place. The teej festiwal is celebrated with
great gaily when the local people come here to worship and pay homage to God.
| Day 1 |
49 km trek to Pathani, Dharamsala and
Camping. |
| Day 2 |
9 km trek to Tara kund, Dharamsala and
Camping |
| Pauri |
Pathani 49 km (Drive) |
| Pathani |
Sirtoli 4 km (Trek) |
| Sirtoli |
Tara Kund 5 km (Trek) |
Cycling
One
of the latest concepts of adventure in Garhwal Himalaya is Cycling at an altitude of
1800mt and above. The route has been notified by the Department of Tourism, Garhwal
University, Srinagar. One can enjoy the picturesque view of Himalaya from this route. The
undulating route passing through extremely dense forest of Oak, Blue Pine and Rhododendron
can reward the tourist with memories to enjoy in future. The solitude and tranquility of
the area gives peace of mind and soul. For more details contact at-
Adventure Activities Cell,
Department of Tourism,
H.N.B. Garhwal University, Srinagar Garhwal
The Cycling
& Adventure Camp:
An
inevitable effort that leads the people to look forwards and accepts adventure tourism as
part of their life, which further can help taking such activities as livelihood. Apart
from interactive motto can contribute for a better understanding between tourists from
length and width of the country along with locals also. Along with cycling in one of the
most picturesque trail with dense oak and pine forest a number of other activities
associated with adventure tourism will be accomplished
For
more details E-mail at - bagri_sc@hotmail.com or
Tel: 01388- 51051 or write to Co-ordinator, Adventure Activities Cell, Department of
Tourism, PO Box- 33, HNB Garhwal University, Srinagar, Garhwal- 246 174.
Aerospace
At 12km
from Pauri town en-route to Kotdwar is a place called Kandara. The place surrounded with
natural beauty has a Aero sport club developed by a private entrepreneur Mr. Manish Joshi.
Angling
One
among the recreational activities, which can flourish in Pauri, is Angling and Swimming in
Nayar river. Nayar valley with tremendous natural beauty and have the potential to
spellbound the tourist with its charm. Satpuli area
is best for the purpose of Angling & Swimming which is around ----km
from Pauri on Pauri- Kotdwar road. The place at an altitude of ----mt has also the
capability to develop one of the best farms in Garhwal and can provide tourist an
opportunity to get a close look to the real life of Garhwal i.e., developing Rural
Tourism. The place Satpuli offers number of private accommodation along with Government
Accommodation units like Tourist, Forest Rest House, etc.
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