KAIWARA BETTA TREK - 013
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMME

INTRODUCTION TO THE PROGRAM: This experiential trek to Kaiwara Betta, just outside Bengaluru, is designed to integrate physical challenge, team-building, and environmental awareness into an outdoor learning experience that students will remember long after the day ends.

OBJECTIVE: To instill values of resilience, team spirit, and self-discipline through an adventurous outdoor trek while fostering awareness of environmental conservation and appreciation for physical fitness.

WHY IT MATTERS: In a world of screens and structured classrooms, this program offers students the rare chance to learn from nature, through movement, and with peers. The trek becomes a powerful metaphor for perseverance, collaboration, and self-discovery.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME: This one-day outdoor experiential learning trek takes place at Kaiwara Betta, Karnataka, and is thoughtfully designed for students. It offers a full-day excursion that blends physical activity with educational enrichment. The program is guided by professional trek leaders, supported by first-aid responders, and facilitated by experienced educators, ensuring a safe, engaging, and impactful learning experience in nature.

LEARNING TAKEAWAY: Students will walk away with:

• A deeper understanding of sustainability, natural ecosystems, and mental strength
• Improved team dynamics, problem-solving skills, and self-confidence
• A unique memory where classroom learning comes alive on the slopes of a mountain

DETAILED PROGRAM ITINERARY:

04:30 AM – Reporting @ 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 @ Kaiwara Betta Trek Start Point: Fresh mountain air welcomes the group as they prepare to ascend.

07:15 AM – Trekking at Kaiwara Betta: A guided trek that challenges the body and mind. Team activities during rest points.

Students embark on the Kaiwara 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, exhilarated and enriched.

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, Time management and Observation and environmental awareness.

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