Max Participants :
40
Trail Type :
Starting and ending at the same point
Itinerary Description
CampBlazer Programme – Camp River Valley (Chikka), Deo Tibba Base Camp
By Wanderin Man Adventures
The CampBlazer Programme at Camp River Valley (Chikka), Manali is the first and most exciting campsite of the iconic Deo Tibba Base Camp expedition. Nestled along the pristine riverbanks near Manali in the breathtaking Pir Panjal Himalayas, this experiential outdoor camp is specially designed for school groups, colleges, NCC units, Scouts & Guides, and youth leadership programmes.
Set amidst alpine meadows, flowing glacial streams, and towering Himalayan peaks, Camp River Valley (Chikka) serves as the perfect introduction to high-altitude adventure, survival skills, and leadership development under the structured guidance of Wanderin Man Adventures.
🌄 About Camp River Valley (Chikka)
Located on the trail to the legendary Deo Tibba Base Camp, the Chikka campsite offers a safe and scenic environment for hands-on outdoor learning. Surrounded by lush greenery, snow-fed rivers, and open valleys, it is an ideal base for adventure training and team-building activities before progressing to higher altitudes.
🏕️ Adventure & Experiential Activities at CampBlazer
The CampBlazer Programme is designed as an interactive outdoor classroom combining adventure, creativity, and survival-based learning.
🌊 River Crossing Activity
- Rope techniques & safety commands
- Confidence-building challenges
- Trust and teamwork exercises
- Understanding river safety dynamics
🧗 Rock Craft & Rappelling
- Introduction to rock climbing basics
- Knot tying & rope management
- Rappelling techniques
- Building courage and vertical confidence
🔥 Fire Building & Outdoor Cooking
- Traditional and modern fire-making methods
- Group cooking sessions in nature
- Resource management & responsibility
- Practical survival skills training
🏕️ Shelter Making & Survival Skills
- Temporary shelter construction techniques
- Understanding terrain selection
- Team coordination & planning
- Problem-solving in outdoor conditions
🎨 Creative & Reflection Activities
- Nature-inspired painting sessions
- Outdoor journaling
- Group storytelling circles
- Creative expression workshops
These activities combine adventure with imagination, ensuring a balanced and enriching camp experience.
🌿 Learning & Development Benefits
The CampBlazer Programme at Chikka is more than just an adventure camp — it’s a structured personality and leadership development platform.
✔ Leadership Development – Students take initiative through task-based challenges.
✔ Teamwork & Communication – Group activities strengthen cooperation and trust.
✔ Confidence & Resilience – Overcoming physical and mental challenges builds self-belief.
✔ Survival Awareness – Practical skills like fire building and shelter making enhance adaptability.
✔ Environmental Education – Students learn about Himalayan ecosystems and sustainable camping.
✔ Creativity & Emotional Expression – Art and reflection activities support mental wellness.
✔ Digital Detox & Mindfulness – Immersion in nature improves focus and reduces stress.
🛡️ Safe & Structured Outdoor Environment
Under the supervision of certified instructors from Wanderin Man Adventures, the CampBlazer Programme ensures:
- Camp organized under supervision of senior and experienced facilitator (Programme Chief)
- Experienced and certified mountaineering professionals: leaders & instructors
- Programme region mapped with emergency evacuation plan
- Certified first aid support
- Minimized risk management SOP
- Separate boys and girls tents
- Dedicated female instructors
- Certified equipment by UIAA or similar bodies
- 1:6 leader to participant ratio
- Insurance
- Proper acclimatization schedule
- Best and imported camping equipment
- Best food quality
- Experienced staff
- Structured itinerary designed for student groups
🌟 CampBlazer – Where Adventure Meets Learning
The CampBlazer Programme at Camp River Valley (Chikka), Manali is the perfect foundation camp before ascending toward Deo Tibba Base Camp. It introduces students to the spirit of the Himalayas through adventure, creativity, teamwork, and survival-based education.
This is not just camping — it’s the beginning of a transformational Himalayan journey that builds stronger, braver, and more confident young leaders.
Short Itinerary
Pick-up of the students from school and overnight travel to Manali (2050 mts), by AC bus. Arrival in Manali approx. 7 to 8 AM next day.
After Breakfast, Drive from Manali to Khanol (2700 mts) 15 km (1.5 hours) and trek to Chikka 4 km (approx. 2-3 hours). Camp Introduction, Do's and don’ts of camp, Acclimatization walk, Learning the use of tents, sleeping bags, dry pit toilets, etc. Team building games & fun activities in the evening.
Morning Activities (yoga & meditation). After breakfast, go for adventure activities. Lunch at camp. After lunch, learn how to make shelter, fire building, Tent Pitching. Team Building activity, Zero Zone & Reflection, Camp Fun and Dinner.
Morning Activities (Games). After breakfast, go for day survival (Shelter making, fire building, Cooking,) with adventure activities, return camp before evening snacks . Zero Zone & Reflection, Camp Fun and Dinner.
Morning Activity (WPL Program). After breakfast, go for adventure activities and knot making. After lunch, trek to Khanol 5 km (2 hours), drive 1.5 hours to Manali for departure
Day 6: Reached School Reached School
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Pick-up of the students from school and overnight travel to Manali (2050 mts), by AC bus. Arrival in Manali approx. 7 to 8 AM next day.
School Departure – Overnight Journey to Manali (2050 mts)
- Pick-up students from school campus
- Overnight travel by AC bus, to Manali
- Teacher & Trek Leader briefing during the journey
- Introduction to camp rules and safety guidelines
- Students travel overnight and arrive in Manali around 7:00–8:00 AM the next morning.
Day 2
After Breakfast, Drive from Manali to Khanol (2700 mts) 15 km (1.5 hours) and trek to Chikka 4 km (approx. 2-3 hours). Camp Introduction, Do's and don’ts of camp, Acclimatization walk, Learning the use of tents, sleeping bags, dry pit toilets, etc. Team building games & fun activities in the evening.
Manali to Chikka (3200 mts) – Camp Introduction
- Arrival in Manali & freshen up
- Breakfast at base location
- Drive from Manali to Khanol (2700 mts) (15 km | 1.5 hours)
- Trek from Khanol to Chikka campsite (4 km | 2–3 hours)
- Upon arrival at Camp River Valley (Chikka), students begin their Himalayan camping experience.
Camp Orientation & Learning Sessions:
- Camp introduction & safety briefing
- Do’s and Don’ts of high-altitude camping
- Acclimatization walk
- Learning to use tents & sleeping bags
- Introduction to dry pit toilets & eco-friendly camping
Evening:
- Team building games
- Ice-breaking activities
- Fun group engagement session
- Dinner & overnight stay in alpine tents
Day 3
Morning Activities (yoga & meditation). After breakfast, go for adventure activities. Lunch at camp. After lunch, learn how to make shelter, fire building, Tent Pitching. Team Building activity, Zero Zone & Reflection, Camp Fun and Dinner.
Adventure & Survival Skills Training – Chikka (3200 mts)
Morning Session:
- Yoga & meditation for focus and flexibility
- Nutritious breakfast
Adventure Activities:
- River crossing activity
- Rock craft & rappelling basics
- Rope handling & safety commands
- Lunch at campsite.
Post-Lunch Survival Modules:
- Shelter making techniques
- Fire building methods
- Tent pitching practice
- Basic outdoor resource management
Evening:
- Team building challenge
- Zero Zone (self-reflection & sharing circle)
- Camp fun activities
- Dinner & overnight stay
Day 4
Morning Activities (Games). After breakfast, go for day survival (Shelter making, fire building, Cooking,) with adventure activities, return camp before evening snacks . Zero Zone & Reflection, Camp Fun and Dinner.
Day Survival & Outdoor Leadership – Chikka (3200 mts)
Morning:
- Energizing group games
- Breakfast at camp
Day Survival Program:
Students participate in a structured survival challenge including:
- Shelter construction
- Fire building
- Outdoor cooking session
- Leadership task allocation
- Adventure-based team challenges
- Return to camp before evening snacks.
Evening:
- Zero Zone reflection session
- Leadership discussion & bonding activities
- Camp entertainment & dinner
- This day builds confidence, teamwork, and real-life problem-solving skills.
Day 5
Morning Activity (WPL Program). After breakfast, go for adventure activities and knot making. After lunch, trek to Khanol 5 km (2 hours), drive 1.5 hours to Manali for departure
Chikka (3200 mts) to Manali (2050 mts)– WPL Leadership Program
Morning:
WPL (Wanderin' Personal Leadership) Program
- Knot making workshop
- Final adventure activities
- Confidence & coordination drills
- Lunch at camp.
Trek from Chikka to Khanol (5 km | 2 hours)
- Drive from Khanol to Manali (1.5 hours)
- Evening departure for school
- Overnight travel by AC bus.
Day 6
Day 6: Reached School Reached School
Arrival at School
Students arrive back at school with unforgettable memories, enhanced leadership skills, and practical outdoor knowledge.
Certificate distribution can be arranged upon request.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- ●Meals during the trip (Day 2 Breakfast till Day 5 Lunch)
- ●Forest Permits/Camping Charges (only if availing transportation through The Wanderin Mans). Included only up to amount charged for Indian Nationals
- ●Transportation from Manali to Manali
- ●Tents, Sleeping bags, mattress
- ●Safety Equipment includes Helmet, Micro spikes, Safety kit and Gaiters if required
- ●Experience Trek guide, cook, helpers, porters & mules for carrying common luggage
- ●Experience and Mountaineering course Certified Trek Leader
- ●Insurance
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- ●Offloading of personal bags
- ●Any expense of personal nature
- ●Any expense not specified in the inclusion list
- ●Transport Delhi to Delhi
Are you eligible for this adventure?
Annapurna Base Camp Trek takes you to a height of 4,130M and is rated a moderate level trek for its long trekking distances. For its elevation and distances, it is recommended for trekkers with some prior experience in the high-altitudes.
Grade
Easy
Max Altitude
3200 mts
Distance
10 km
WMRS Level Required
Terrain
Prerequisite Skills
Fitness Benchmark
WMRS Level Required
WMRS 3
Annapurna Base Camp Trek is a level 4 adventure on the Bikat Rating Scale.
This makes it mandatory for you to have high-altitude experience of preferably multiple treks marked at level 3 on the WMRS. The altitude, the terrain, and the nature of the climb demand a certain level of endurance and a need for you to be aware of how your body reacts to the various features of the high-altitude environment.
If you do not know what level of WMRS trek would suit you best, worry not! Fill out this Form:
We will send you a progression chart to help you comfortably get out of your comfort zone in order to level up and ultimately reach your highest potential in the big, bad world of outdoor adventure.
Packing List
This is a list of essential items for individuals going on a trek with Wanderin’ Man Adventures. This list contains only those items which the participants are required to bring with them. The list excludes those items which are provided by Wanderin’ Man Adventures on the trek. We have divided the items into five categories. All the items in the list are essential except for those marked as optional.
🟩 Trekking Gear
- Rucksack bag with rain cover
- Day Pack Bag - Recommended for treks with summit day
- Head Torch with spare Batteries
- UV protection sunglasses
- Water Bottles - 2 bottles of 1 liter each
🟩 Footwear
- Non-skid, deep tread, high-ankle trekking shoes - 1
- Pair of light weight Slipper/Sandals for the campsite - 1
🟩 Clothing
- Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants - 2
- Full sleeves T-shirts/Sweatshirts (1 for every 2 days of trekking)
- Pair of thick woolen socks (1 pair for every two days of trekking)
- Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower - 1
- Undergarments (1 for each day of the itinerary)
- Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck - 1
- Full sleeves sweater - 1
- Rain wear (Jacket & Pants) - 1
- Pair of water-proof, warm gloves - 1
- Woolen cap - 1
- Sun shielding Hat - 1
- Multipurpose Buff - 2
🟩 Toiletries
- Personal toiletries kit (Small Towel, Toilet paper, paper soap, Bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream, etc.)
- Sun screen lotion small pack (SPF 30 & Above) - 1
- Lip Balm small pack - 1
🟩 Utensils
- Small size, Lightweight & Leak proof lunch box - 1
- Plate - 1
- Spoon - 1
- Tea/Coffee (plastic) Mug - 1
🟩 Miscellaneous
- Camera (Optional)
- Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the trek.
- Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)
Note-
- For long treks, please carry a spare sunglasses.
- For winter trek please try to carry a thermal water bottle.
- For long winter treks, please carry an extra pair of warm pants.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Wanderin' Man?
(SET- Safety, Expertise & Trust )
Safety
- ●Small Group Size in the ratio of 6:1 (participant to leader)
- ●No compromise on safety and sustainability promise
- ●Experienced and Certified Mountaineering Professional Leaders
- ●Region Mapped with Emergency Evacuation Plan
- ●Certified Standard Equipment by UIAA (International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation certification) & other Similar Bodies
- ●Minimized Risk Management Standard Operating Procedure are applied for every Trek and tour
- ●Certified First Aid Support and Doctors* with constant availability of Safety Equipments like Medical Kit, Rescue Kit
- ●Constant communication is aided with the help of Communication Devices
- ●Certified and registered Transporter for transportation purpose
Expertise
- ●Founders of the company have extensive experience of 15 years having organized approx 2000+ trekking, Expeditions and other adventure activities.
- ●Wanderin’ Man Adventures operating expeditions above 8000 mts.
- ●Under the umbrella of Wanderin’ Man Adventures 15 + adventure activities Programs have been organized
- ●Founders have mountaineering certifications from the esteemed mountaineering institutes of India.
- ●Team is composed of experienced mountaineers and trek leaders with thorough understanding of norms and procedures.
Trust
- ●Trust has been the hallmark of our company since its inception be it any program on the list.
- ●Special emphasis is laid on the use of standard procedures and equipments as per the mountaineering norms
- ●95% of our clients have availed our service on repeat basis.
- ●Our business has expanded primarily based on the “word of mouth” from our existing clients to new ones
What Our Customers Say
Cancellation Policy
Cash Refund (All events including Friendship Peak Expedition except other Mountaineering Expeditions) - Cash refunds are only available for bookings made without any discounts, such as promotional codes or dynamic discounts. Additionally, cash refunds are not available for shifted batch bookings or if the booking status is "Booked". Add-ons are non-refundable. The amount of the refund will be determined based on the following guidelines:
Cancellations made up to 45 days before the departure date
Cancellations made up to 31 days before the departure date
Cancellations made between 30 and 21 days before the departure date
Cancellations made between 20 and 11 days before the departure date
Cancellations made less than 11 days before the departure date are not eligible for a cash refund.
Voucher Refund Policy
Voucher Refund: This option is available for all types of bookings including the bookings made under promotional offers. The Wanderin' Man Adventures would offer you a short-term voucher that would enable you with a flexibility to book any other Wanderin' Man Adventures event using the voucher.
The option of claiming a voucher is available till 7 days prior to the departure of the event. The refund of the amount would be processed as per deduction guidelines outlined below:
The amount for refund processing would always be calculated basis the net amount paid* for booking the event with respect to the Base Price of the event (excluding additional components like transport, rent, portage, etc.).
Please note that the voucher issued would not include the service tax amount paid while making the booking. However, when you use the voucher to book again on our website, service tax would not be applicable on the voucher amount.
Validity of the voucher would be 24 months from the date of issue.
*Net Amount Paid would be the amount paid to Wanderin' Man Adventures at the time of booking after adjusting for all rebates provided by applying vouchers.
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