National Western Ghats Nilgiri Hills Cycle Expedition and Training 2026 (By Tamil Nadu State Branch)

NAME OF THE PROGRAM COORDINATOR / FD: VENKAT / DR. A. RAJA / RAJA GOPAL

CONTACT NUMBER: 9445022312 / 9842710236 / 9150568717

EMAIL ADDRESS : yhaitn@gmail.com

COMPLETE POSTAL ADDRESS: 2-D, VISWAS FLATS, PILLAIYAR KOVIL STREET, NESAPAKKAM, WEST KK. NAGAR CHENNAI-600078

Brief Description of the Program

• This six-day cycling expedition takes you through the landscapes of Ooty and its serene surroundings. The
• adventure unfolds with a scenic ride to Manjoor, offering captivating views of the Nilgiri hills. The journey
• continues with a route to the tranquil Emerald region and onward to the pristine beauty of Governor Shola. The
• final leg brings participants back to Ooty, completing a loop of exploration with nature. The experience
• concludes with breakfast on the last day, leaving participants with unforgettable memories of cycling amidst
• lush greenery and serene vistas.
• Participate Information

What Participants Should Bring Along

• THINGS PERSONAL, PERSONAL MEDICINES, SHOES, TWO PAIR OF SOCKSTOILET SET, CREAM AND
• FIRST AID KIT
• ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES: ** Accommodation Twin sharing Bath Attached
• FOOD & WATER SUPPLIES: SIMPLE VEGETARIAN MEALS

Additional Notes

• • SMOKING, USE OF ALCOHOL AND NARCOTICS OF ANY DESCRIPTION - IS STRICTLY
• PROHIBITED DURING THE PROGRAM
• • STAY OTHER THAN YHAI ACCOMMODATION IS NOT ALLOWED AT THE ENTIRE PROGRAM
• • THIS IS AN ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY PROGRAM. DO NOT LITTER ANY WRAPPERS OR SPOIL
• THE TRAIL IN ANY WAY.
• • NO CREDIT SHELL POLICY OR TRANSFER
• SAFETY & SECURITY: EXTENSIVE AND PAINSTAKING PREPARATIONS HAVE GONE INTO THE PLANNING OF YOUR SAFETY. OUR FIELD STAFF AND EXPERIENCED CAMP LEADERS HAVE BEEN VISITING THE AREA TO CHECK ALL DETAILS. WHILE EVERY CARE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO ENSURE THE SAFETY, YHAI CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE OF ANY ACCIDENT, ILLNESS AND OTHER UNFORESEEN EVENTUALITIES.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? ALL YHAI MEMBERS AND NEW MEMBERS OR SPOT ON MEMBERS (IF AVAILABLE) WHO ARE MORE THAN 13 YEARS OLD

How to Reach the Base Camp

• • NEAREST RAILWAY STATION: OOTY/COIMBATORE/MYSURU
• • NEAREST AIRPORT: COIMBATORE / MYSURU

• From Airport / Railway Station

• • REGULAR BUSES AVAILABLE from Coimbatore/Mysuru

How to Join

• 1) YOU CAN JOIN THROUGH ONLINE BOOKING BY www.yhaindia.org
• 2) PARTICIPANTS CAN ALSO DEPOSIT THE PARTICIPATION FEE IN ANY BRANCH OF BANK giving THE

Following Details

• BANK: ICICI ASHOK NAGAR BRANCH, CHENNAI
• NAME - YHAI, TAMILNADU STATE BRANCH
• IFSC ICIC0000077
• ACCOUNT NO - 007701017051

Cancellation Method

• Participants booked online must cancel online a minimum of 05 days prior to the reporting date.
• Participants booked offline must email trekking@yhaindia.org a minimum of 05 days prior to the reporting date.
• Requests received less than 05 days before the reporting date are not eligible for credit shell or refund.

Credit Shell

• 100% credit shell of the participation fee, valid till 31st December 2026, usable on any YHAI adventure programme.
• If the next programme is cheaper, the balance can be used on another trek; if costlier, pay the difference.
• Seats may be transferred to family or friends (transferred seats cannot be re-transferred or cancelled).

Refund

• Alternatively, participants may opt for a 50% refund instead of the 100% credit shell, subject to the same notice conditions.

Note: If a programme is cancelled due to natural calamity, government restriction or withdrawal of permission, YHAI is accountable only for the programme fee and not for other expenses incurred by participants.