TREK TO CHEHNI KOTHI
OVERVIEW
If you are looking for a day out and you are inclined to know about the history and culture of the area this trip offers the best of both. 7 km drive from Jibhi and another one and half hour climb up hill from the Baggi (Sharinga Rishai Temple) through the dense deodar forest covers and apple orchards around the small village Chehni. You will have a glimpse of the life in a Mountain Village and a 40-45 Meters high Kath- Kuni Style of Pahadi architecture “CHEHNI KOTHI”.
This trip is a blend of nature, culture and history of the region.
NOTE- No experience required.
First we’ll meet at Jibhi Adventure office for a safety briefing and tour instructions. Next you’ll gear up and follow your guide through to some of the most scenic landscapes in surroundings of Jibhi/ Tirthan Valley.
PRICING
With minimum 2 person group
Rs. 500
Any additional member
Rs. 300
per person
Not more than 12 people are allowed in this activity.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- ALL SERIVICES PROVIDED:- Transport to the trail head and back.
- INSTRUCTION from expert Guide: the guide will be with you during the whole activity. No experience necessary, we will walk you through the activity and offer tips throughout to make your experience the best it can be!
Age, weight, and mobility restrictions apply, see tour qualifications below.
HOW LONG IS THE TOUR
5 hrs From Jibhi and Back
WHAT SHOULD I BRING
CLOSED-TOE SHOES are required on all tours. Shoes with a good tread are recommended.
CLOTHING: Wear clothes that allow a full range of motion. Long pants help avoid scrapes to the legs from the rock, but wear what is comfortable. NOTE: Clothes can get dirty, snagged or ripped on the natural sandstone rock.
WATER: Bring water to drink throughout the tour, preferably in a reusable water bottle.
MISC: Bring a hair tie for longer hair, bug repellent, rain gear, and layered clothing depending on the season.
TOUR QUALIFICATION
To participate in tours at Jibhi Adventure
- Each guest must sign a Liability Release Form.
- Participant should be at least 6 years of age.Any guest under 18 must be accompanied by an adult and have waiver signed by a parent or guardian.If the parent is not present, a photocopy of the parent’s drivers license must accompany the signed waiver.
- Must be in reasonably good health and be physically able to walk up steep inclines and hills river banks. Distance covered will be at least 2 km over alternating terrain with rocks, roots, leaes and boulders.
- Pregnant women will not be allowed to for this tour.
- Anyone under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs or impairing legal medications will not be allowed to participate in any tour.
- Comfortable clothing that allows you to fully maneuver your body is highly recommended.
- Closed-toed shoes with good traction, ie, hiking shoes, athletic shoes or closed toed sandals for rappelling and nature tours.
- Jibhi Adventure reserves the right to exclude anyone from participation for medical, safety or other reasons.
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