have been wanting to visit this side of HP since long . after screening a lot of places toggling between Uttrakhand and Hp we decided to go for Hp... read more due to constant disaster news coming from uttrakhand every now and then. Then came the reference part if we knew any one who was from the local country side as we wanted some soft hiking plus some adventure involved . Were lucky to finf Nitin negi from our contact list who owned a property in Raksham and Chitkul . Rakcham was highly recommended by Nitin as a starter and we decided to lock it in . To add up the usp was the man running the show at Eskape camp PS Negi ( ex army commando along with an expertise in extreme mountaineering / snow rescue / survival a.k.a man vs mountains . I was told by Nitin tht Im going to have a ball of a time with this show man Mr PS Negi . Dnt just go as a tourist , go a s a explorer and become his shadow for the time you stay in Eskape . Join him for early morning walks , soft hiking , explore trails , understand the culture , people , plethora of info on herbs plants mountains rescue stories , adventure , survival stories . Try to be a part of everyday hiking adventures on the slow clad mountains which is just... have been wanting to visit this side of HP since long . after screening a lot of places toggling between Uttrakhand and Hp we decided to go for Hp due to constant disaster news coming from uttrakhand every now and then. Then came the reference part if we knew any one who was from the local country side as we wanted some soft hiking plus some adventure involved . Were lucky to finf Nitin negi from our contact list who owned a property in Raksham and Chitkul . Rakcham was highly recommended by Nitin as a starter and we decided to lock it in . To add up the usp was the man running the show at Eskape camp PS Negi ( ex army commando along with an expertise in extreme mountaineering / snow rescue / survival a.k.a man vs mountains . I was told by Nitin tht Im going to have a ball of a time with this show man Mr PS Negi . Dnt just go as a tourist , go a s a explorer and become his shadow for the time you stay in Eskape . Join him for early morning walks , soft hiking , explore trails , understand the culture , people , plethora of info on herbs plants mountains rescue stories , adventure , survival stories . Try to be a part of everyday hiking adventures on the slow clad mountains which is just a stone throw away distance , learn survival techniques , and more . During our stay we experienced all of the above ( lucky us ) , specially during our evening hike where he showed us how to make a igloo / shelter if stuck in a snow clad mountain , also what to eat and how to cook etc, how to swiftly walk on snow , do s and dont's while climbing up and down the mountain . It was never the usual boring vacation stays . The staff there was cooperative and got us whatever was asked for from the nearby market . Place was very scenic , located in a very isolated private place with very less footfall . sufficient parking place , 5 mnts away from the mountains . We are also planning to join Mr Negi's survival course which intends to kick start somewhere end of this year and onwards . Overall great experience . Must visit . Check him out in Instagram with ids manvsmountains & incrediblechitkul to know more .
Accomodation : attached toilet tent recommended .
Food : We liked the pakoras , chai and sandwiches also the mix veg curry .
carry : power banks ( electricity is a challenge - limited supply which is obvious ) , solar pads , charging cables --------for vloggers , people working ,
flask for hot water
Phone connection : Jio and Airtel works fantastic . Chitkul has no connection .
Temperature saviours : A down jacket is a must , inners warmers / mufflers / water proof snow gloves . , wind cheaters .
Unexpected rain possible : Carry a Rain jacket / ponchos
During hiking and soft trail walks , carry a adhoc backpack for carrying basic stuff .
Sun screen lotion / vaseline / lip gel.
Cap/ Hat / sun glasses . extra pair of power glasses if eye sight issues .
100% waterproof Hiking / trekking shoes ( Hail Decathlon ) .
Swiss military /Victorinox survival tool / Torchlight a must / toilet rolls .
I think there was nothing much other than these essentials . Im sure people know better , it was just a fyi for some one who is moving to this part of the world .
Dnt hve the pics handy , but will post soon for reference . Thank you . We look forward to visit again .
IMP : To join Mr Negis acctivities : BE ON TIME .
Cheers .
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