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The large slopes of Uttaranchal hills covered with seasonal snow become an ideal place for skiing in the winter months. One can feel the adrenaline level rising as one negotiates the challenges of the steep gradients and traverses unimaginable distances. Quite truly, the thrill of skiing remains unparalleled. As the element are defeated exhilaration swells up. In skiing, the use of only the simplest forms of implements adds to the adventure.


Auli:

It is located in chamoli district. Auli, 16 kms, from Joshimath. Joshimath 256 kms. From Rishikesh. The natural advantages of Auli's slopes coupled with state of the art facilities provided by us. The snow capped slopes of auli are flanked by stately coniferous and oak forests which cut wind velocity to the minimum. Auli offers a panoramic view of Himalayan peaks like the Nanda Devi (7817 mts.) Kamet (7756 mts.) Mana Parvat (7273 mts.) and Dunagiri (7066 mts.) seemingly only a snowballs throw away. Auli offers perfect skiing conditions. Seasonal skiers have clean stretches of absolutely virgin slopes to sport on. These slopes provide excellent opportunities for cross country, slalom and downhill skiing events. A 500 mts. Long ski lift carries skiers back to the slope top, thus saving them the trouble and time to bridge up wearing long skis, apart from annual skiing festivals three official national championships have also been held here.

  


General Information:

Altitude: 2915 mts. To 3049 mts, Expandable to Gorson 3400 mts, Area 5 sq. kms,

Temperature: Summer ranges between 13 c and 29 c, Winter ranges between 9 c and 2 c, Rainfall 180 cms. Average yearly

Clothing: Summer- light woolen, Winter- heavy woken

Infrastructure: Simple hotel accommodation and tourist rest horse available at Joshimath and auli, A 3.9 kms. Long cable car linking Joshimath (1906.3 mts.) with the upper slopes at Gorson (3016 mts.), 16 kms. Motor able road from Joshimath to auli, A 500 mts. Long ski lift linking the lower slopes with upper slopes, Two snow beates imported from Germany. Ski equipments available on hire. Efficient communication available in auli. Easy accessibility of medical assistance from army and civil hospitals including emergency rescue available by helicopter.

Season: end of December to end of March.

Equipment: Participants are advised to bring heavy woolen clothing's like caps, socks, gloves, mufflers, pullovers, trousers, long johns, wind proof jackets, dark glasses, snow hoots and a torch for personal.


Dayara Bugyal:

 
Bugyal in the local language means “high altitude meadow”. The road to Dayara Bugyal branches off near Bhatwari a place on Rishikesh-Gangotri road about 173 kms. from Rishikesh. Vehicles can go up to the village of Barsu from where one has to trek a distance of about 8 kms. To reach Dayara and other route is via village Raithal 10 kms. From Bhatwari from where one has to trek about 6 kms. To dayara bugyal situated at an elevation of about 3048 mts. This vast meadow is second to none in natural beauty. During winter it provides excellent ski slopes over an area of 28 sq. kms. The panoramic view of the Himalayas from here is breathtaking there is a small lake in the area, and two camp by its side is a memorable event. From this spot one can trek down through dense forests to Dodi Tal which is about 32 kms, away presently accommodation is available at Bhatwari and some village huts may also be used by professional for skiing.


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Garhwal Himalayas (U.A), India.
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