CHINAGA BETTA TREK - 015
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMME

INTRODUCTION TO THE PROGRAM: This unique trek to Chinaga Betta, nestled in the serene hills of Karnataka, offers students a hands-on opportunity to learn through physical challenge, team-building, and environmental exploration. It’s more than just a trek—it’s an immersive journey designed to ignite curiosity, foster resilience, and build essential life skills.

OBJECTIVE: To inspire students to develop resilience, team spirit, leadership, and environmental consciousness through a challenging yet enjoyable outdoor experience that complements classroom learning.

WHY IT MATTERS: Today’s students spend much of their time in structured environments. This programme allows them to step into nature, where they experience real-world challenges, practice collaboration, and learn how nature can be a powerful teacher. It promotes physical activity, mental clarity, and emotional growth.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME: The Chinaga Betta trek is a one-day outdoor experiential programme crafted for students. The trek takes place in a safe, scenic environment and is led by experienced trek guides, facilitators, and a trained medical support team. Every moment is designed to promote student learning, growth, and confidence.

LEARNING TAKEAWAY: Students will walk away with:

• Develop a deeper connection with nature and learn to value sustainability
• Gain firsthand experience in teamwork, self-leadership, and overcoming challenges
• Improve their ability to communicate, reflect, and problem-solve
• Make meaningful memories outside the classroom that inspire continued learning

DETAILED PROGRAM ITINERARY:

04:30 AM – Reporting at School (with Packed Breakfast): Students gather with energy and enthusiasm; instructions and materials checked.

05:00 AM – Departure from School: The adventure begins with students boarding the coach for the destination.

06:00 AM – Enjoy Breakfast in the Bus: Packed breakfast is enjoyed with friends, setting a positive tone for the day.

06:15 AM – Orientation for the Programme: Students are briefed on itinerary, safety guidelines, and team expectations.

07:00 AM – Arrival @ Chinaga Betta Trek Start Point: The base of Chinaga Betta welcomes students to nature’s classroom.

07:15 AM Trekking at Chinaga Betta: A guided, educational trek where teamwork, leadership, and observation come to life.

Students embark on the Chinaga Betta 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 After Snacks & Juice: A refreshing break followed by departure.

01:30 PM – Arrival @ School: Students return with stories, smiles, and a renewed appreciation for nature..

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: Team-building, Leadership & decision-making, Time management & discipline, Observation and environmental awareness and Resilience & adaptability.

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 programme combines fitness, fun, and experiential learning in one well-organized event, offering students a refreshing break from routine while still maintaining strong educational value. Set in a safe and natural environment, it helps develop essential 21st-century life skills such as teamwork, resilience, and self-awareness. The entire experience is fully supported by trained professionals, with added assurance for parents through real-time updates via the secure “Track My Tour” facility.

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