BM-BETTA FOREST TREK - 019
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMME

INTRODUCTION TO THE PROGRAM: The BM-Betta Trek Programme is an immersive outdoor learning experience that connects students with nature while promoting teamwork, personal growth, and environmental responsibility. Designed to take learning beyond the classroom, the trek offers students an engaging platform to explore, reflect, and develop essential life skills.

OBJECTIVE: To provide students with a structured, nature-based experience that fosters critical thinking, collaboration, self-awareness, and environmental consciousness through active exploration and guided reflections.

WHY IT MATTERS: In today’s fast-paced, screen-dominated world, young minds need moments of pause, presence, and real-life challenges. This programme offers a space to disconnect from devices and reconnect with nature, fostering emotional intelligence, sustainable thinking, and social cooperation.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME: Located in the scenic BM-Betta Hills, this one-day trek guides students through a journey of physical challenge, collaborative tasks, and environmental learning. Professional instructors lead the trek, ensuring a balance of safety, fun, and educational value. Students engage in group discussions, eco-awareness activities, and team challenges along the trail.

LEARNING TAKEAWAY: Students will walk away with:

• Gain deeper insight into sustainability and nature’s ecosystems
• Build resilience, self-discipline, and leadership through physical challenges
• Strengthen teamwork and communication
• Form lasting memories and personal growth experiences in an outdoor setting

DETAILED PROGRAM ITINERARY:

05:00 AM – Reporting at School (with Packed Breakfast): Students assemble with packed breakfasts, full of excitement and anticipation.

05:10 AM – Departure from School: The journey begins with laughter and chatter as the students head toward Makalidurga.

06:00 AM – Enjoy Breakfast in the Bus: Students enjoy breakfast together as the morning light paints the sky.

06:45 AM – Orientation for the Programme: Students are briefed on itinerary, safety guidelines, and team expectations.

07:00 AM – Arrival at BM-Betta Trek Start Point: Fresh mountain air welcomes the group as they prepare to ascend.

07:15 AM – Substantial Refreshments (Heavy Snacks): Nutritious snacks are served to energize students for the upcoming trek.

07:45 AM – Trekking at BM-Betta: A guided trek that challenges the body and mind. Team activities during rest points.

Students embark on the BM-Betta forest Trek, integrating experiential learning through:

• Biodiversity & Conservation: Observing local wildlife and understanding the importance of conservation.
• Sustainable Practices: Learning about mountain sustainability and responsible tourism.
• Personal Growth: Building self-awareness, perseverance, and problem-solving through nature’s challenges.
• Teamwork & Leadership: Strengthening collaboration, leadership, and confidence.
• Critical Thinking: Tackling real-world ecological issues to develop analytical skills.
• Eco-Cleaning Drive: Participating in trail clean-up to understand the impact of litter on ecosystems and adopt eco-friendly trekking habits like using reusable bottles and following “Leave No Trace” principles.

11:00 AM – Return to Base Point: Students descend, sharing reflections, laughter, and stories of their climb.

11:30 AM – Departure to School: The return journey is filled with laughter, reflections, and shared memories.

01:30 PM – Arrival @ School: Students return, proud of their achievements and excited to share their stories.

LEARNING OUTCOMES: Enhanced physical stamina and resilience, Improved peer collaboration and communication, Increased environmental and ecological sensitivity, Real-life application of classroom lessons in science, geography, and life skills.

SKILLS DEVELOPED:

• Improved physical stamina and endurance
• Enhanced environmental awareness and ecological sensitivity
• Stronger collaboration, leadership, and group dynamics
• Real-world application of science, geography, and life skills

SAFETY & SUPPORT:

• Student: Teacher ratio maintained at 25:1 (including non-teaching staff)
• Professional trek guides, support staff, and a first-aid responder accompany the group
• Emergency contacts and health details collected in advance
• GPS-enabled buses, verified driver credentials, and safe trekking paths ensured
• Orientation includes a safety briefing and conduct expectations

WHY SCHOOLS SHOULD CHOOSE THIS: This trek blends physical activity, education, and personal development in one enriching experience. It is designed to meet the needs of today’s learners by fostering essential life skills—such as adaptability, collaboration, and leadership—in a safe and natural setting. With full support from trained professionals and real-time updates via Track My Tour, schools and parents can feel confident in both the safety and the educational value of this journey.

CRAZY HOLIDAYS BOOKING PROCEDURE:

STEP 1: Once you finalize the itinerary and travel dates of your choice, please contact our executive to confirm availability.

STEP 2: After availability is confirmed and approved by the school, a payment circular will be forwarded Along with the track my tour details.

STEP 3: Once the list of registered students is finalized will be sharing a revised final itinerary for the programmes.

STEP 4: Sharing required documents for the programme & collecting from the school tour coordinator {in school letter head}.

COMPLIMENTARY RATIO FOR STUDENT: TEACHER {INCLUDING NON-TEACHING STAFF} 25:01

Things to carry: comfortable hiking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, water bottle, energy bars, backpack, breakfast, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, note book & pen , identity card, water (minimum two liters),lemon and salt or electrolyte powder/drink (electral, gatorade, glucond, etc.),high-calorie snacks (nuts and dry fruits, home-baked cake, etc.),safety pins, rubber bands and whistles (useful in emergencies.),quick-dry t-shirts are preferable to cotton tees., poncho, only during monsoons, plastic sheet to wrap electronic devices, only during monsoons.

NB: Once the trip is confirmed with the marketing executive, for any further information or status or details regarding the bookings kindly coordinate with our operation head MRS. ANNIE: 99161 01317, Email id: annie@crazyholidays.in or operation manager MR. STEPHEN: 9538677790, Email id: stephen@crazyholidays.in

Kindly submit the final number of students registered details latest by 3 working days before the departure date.

To ensure a secure and informative experience for the parents, we offer "Track My Tour" facility, which allows the parents to view photos, videos and live bus tracking of their children during the trip.

NB: Please note that we will only take group photographs, which will be verified by our backend team before uploading and could be viewed only by school & parents by using a secure code. A copy of the group photographs will also be shared with the school as a memento.

If you do not wish to utilize in this facility, kindly inform us via email neha@crazyholidays.in

NB: In the event of not receiving any instruction to RESTRICT by email.....will be considered as an APPROVAL from your end