Journey through the Western Ghats as students explore Coorg, Wayanad, and Ooty—discovering rivers, wildlife, ancient heritage, sustainable communities, and mountain ecosystems. Through immersive experiences and real-world exploration, learners develop environmental awareness, critical thinking, cultural appreciation, and a deeper understanding of how nature, history, and people are interconnected.
OUR LEARNING FRAMEWORK
OUR PHILOSOPHY
At Crazy Holidays, we believe learning happens best when students experience, reflect, and apply.
We don’t organize trips.We design curriculum-connected learning journeys that build:
HOW WE DELIVER OUTCOMES
Where Landscapes Shape Life, Culture & Civilization
DAY 01: RIVERS, FAITH & CULTURAL JOURNEYS
Theme: Where Water Sustains Civilizations
05:00 AM – Departure from Bangalore
"Every civilization begins beside a river."
As students journey towards the Western Ghats, they enter a region where rivers, forests, and mountains have shaped human settlements, agriculture, and culture for centuries.
07:30 AM – Breakfast En Route
10:30 AM – Visit Harangi Dam
"Where human ingenuity works alongside nature."
Built across the Harangi River, this engineering marvel demonstrates how water resources support agriculture, livelihoods, and sustainable development while balancing ecological needs.
12:30 PM – Lunch & Resort Check-in
03:00 PM – Visit Kaveri Nisargadhama
"An island where nature teaches balance."
Surrounded by the sacred River Kaveri, this unique riverine ecosystem reveals how rivers nurture biodiversity, shape landscapes, and sustain communities.
05:00 PM – Visit Namdroling Monastery, Bylakuppe
"A story of resilience carried across borders."
One of the largest Tibetan settlements in India, the monastery offers students insight into migration, cultural preservation, and the enduring strength of identity.
08:00 PM – Dinner
09:30 PM – Overnight Stay at Coorg
DAY 02: WILDLIFE, CONSERVATION & THE WESTERN GHATS
Theme: Learning from Nature's Greatest Classroom
06:30 AM – Breakfast
08:00 AM – Visit Dubare Elephant Camp
"Understanding wildlife begins with understanding responsibility."
Students observe the relationship between humans and elephants while learning about conservation, animal care, and ethical wildlife management.
11:00 AM – Snacks & Juice
12:30 PM – Lunch
01:30 PM – Proceed to Wayanad (120 km | 3.5 hrs)
"As landscapes change, so do the stories they tell."
The scenic drive from Coorg to Wayanad showcases the ecological richness of the Western Ghats, one of the world's most important biodiversity hotspots.
05:30 PM – Arrival at Wayanad Resort
08:00 PM – Dinner
09:30 PM – Overnight Stay at Wayanad
DAY 03: ANCIENT STORIES & SUSTAINABLE FUTURES
Theme: Where History Meets Community
07:00 AM – Breakfast
09:00 AM – Visit Edakkal Caves
"Before books existed, humanity wrote on stone."
The prehistoric petroglyphs of Edakkal provide a fascinating glimpse into early human life, creativity, and communication thousands of years ago.
11:30 AM – Visit Uravu Bamboo Village
"Sustainability thrives when communities innovate."
Students discover how traditional knowledge, entrepreneurship, and environmental responsibility create sustainable livelihoods for local communities.
01:00 PM – Lunch
02:30 PM – Visit Banasura Sagar Dam
"Engineering meets ecology in the heart of the mountains."
India's largest earthen dam demonstrates how natural resources can be managed while supporting agriculture, communities, and tourism.
03:30 PM – Speed Boating Experience
07:30 PM – Campfire & Reflection Session
08:30 PM – Dinner
09:30 PM – Overnight Stay at Wayanad
DAY 04: ASCENT TO THE NILGIRIS
Theme: How Mountains Shape Human Life
07:00 AM – Breakfast
08:00 AM – Proceed to Ooty (110 km | 3.5 hrs)
12:30 PM – Lunch & Hotel Check-in
03:00 PM – Visit Ooty Lake
"Where nature and recreation coexist."
Students explore how carefully managed landscapes can support tourism while preserving ecological value.
04:30 PM – Visit Government Botanical Garden
"A living library of biodiversity."
Home to thousands of plant species, the garden demonstrates the importance of conservation, scientific study, and environmental stewardship.
08:00 PM – Dinner
09:30 PM – Overnight Stay at Ooty
DAY 05: PEAKS, TEA & REFLECTION
Theme: Understanding an Interconnected World
06:30 AM – Breakfast
08:00 AM – Visit Doddabetta Peak
"The highest perspectives often reveal the deepest understanding."
Standing at the highest point in the Nilgiris, students witness how mountains influence climate, ecosystems, and human settlements across vast landscapes.
10:00 AM – Visit Tea Factory & Museum
"Every industry begins with geography."
Students follow the journey of tea from plantation to production while understanding how natural resources influence economies and livelihoods.
12:30 PM – Lunch
01:30 PM – Departure to Bangalore (270 km | 7 hrs)
"Every journey ends with a new perspective."
As students travel home, they reflect on how rivers, forests, wildlife, communities, mountains, and industries are interconnected parts of one living system.
04:30 PM – Snacks & Juice En Route
07:30 PM – Dinner En Route
10:30 PM – Arrival at School
By the End of the Programme, Students Will Return With:
A Systems Thinker's Perspective
Understanding how rivers, forests, wildlife, mountains, communities, and economies are interconnected.
Greater Environmental Awareness
Recognizing the importance of biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.
Enhanced Inquiry & Critical Thinking Skills
Interpreting landscapes through observation, investigation, and reflection.
Stronger Collaboration & Communication Skills
Developing confidence through teamwork, shared experiences, and experiential learning.
Appreciation for Cultural Diversity
Valuing migration stories, heritage sites, and community knowledge systems.
Real-World Application of Learning
Connecting classroom concepts in Geography, Environmental Science, History, Economics, and Sustainability to authentic experiences.
SAFETY | TRANSPARENCY | TRUST
Our Commitment to Your Child's Safety
CRAZY HOLIDAYS | BOOKING & PROGRAMME PROTOCOL
A seamless, structured journey from confirmation to completion.
Booking Journey
Step 01 | Confirm Your Experience
Once your preferred itinerary and travel dates are finalized, connect with our team to secure availability and initiate the booking process.
Step 02 | School Approval & Parent Communication
Upon confirmation, a formal payment circular will be issued.
An optional parent orientation (online presentation) can be arranged to ensure complete transparency and confidence.
Step 03 | Participant Finalisation
After the student list is closed, our team will schedule a pre-departure engagement session with the school.
Step 04 | Pre-Departure Briefing
A comprehensive orientation for students and parents covering:
Programme overview & expectations
Travel readiness guidelines
Project and engagement framework
Introduction to our exclusive “Track My Tour” system
Supervision & Safety Commitment
Student: Teacher Ratio – 10: 1
(Inclusive of teaching and non-teaching staff)
Ensuring optimal supervision, personalized attention, and a secure learning environment.
Programme Flexibility
All experiential components are thoughtfully curated; however, schools have the flexibility to customize participation by selecting one or two activities per day, aligned with their academic priorities.
Important Guidelines
Final student count must be submitted at least 20 days prior to departure
Quoted land package pricing remains valid for 20 days from proposal date
Track My Tour | Transparency & Assurance
A secure, real-time digital experience for parents featuring:
Live location tracking
Curated photo & video updates
Controlled access via unique school credentials
Privacy Assurance:
Only verified group photographs will be shared through a secure platform.
A copy of all curated memories will be provided to the school as a keepsake.
To opt out of this service, kindly notify us via email at neha@crazyholidays.in
In the absence of a restriction request, participation will be considered approved by the institution.
Dedicated Support Team
For any assistance post-confirmation, our operations team remains at your service:
Operations Executive: Mr. Mohammed Khalid | +91 9538677785 | mohammedk@crazyholidays.in
Operations Head: Mr. Georgei T Joseph| +91 9341227800| georgei@crazyholidays.in
The Tour Cost Includes:Local Transportation by private Coach, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (veg/non veg), Morning and Evening light snacks, Guide Charges, State Taxes, Sightseeing, General Entrance Fees as per the Programme, Stay at hotels on four sharing basis (1 king size bed with 1 extra mattress), Experienced tour manager from Crazy Holidays throughout the trip.
The Tour cost does not include: Transfer from school to airport and transfer back from the airport to the school,, Any Expenses of Personal Nature (like still camera or video camera, porter charges, Laundry expenses, phone calls, food/beverages not included in the package, usages of mini bar in the hotel), Sightseeing or Activities which are not mentioned in the package
IMPORTANT NOTE
1. As this is NOT THE FINAL ITINERARY at the time of confirmation, kindly ask the marketing executive to check the availability of all the services as specified in this itinerary i.e., (TRAIN/FLIGHT/COACHES/HOTELS/ENTRY TO MONUMENTS, FARMS, RESORTS ETC) based on the period of travel and to submit the FINAL ITINERARY.
2. As the availability and pricing keeps on changing for flights/train dynamically we request your good self to make sure to collect the 30% of the airfare within 24 hours as soon as a trip is confirmedwhich is nonrefundable and handover the same amount to Crazy Holidays marketing executive so that we can go ahead with the booking of flight/train on immediate hours.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellations are effective on the date written intimation is received by the Tour In charge / School Office. Cancellation will not be received orally or over the phone. Refund if any will be settled within 21 days of the arrival of the Tour.
1) 25 days or more prior to departure date: 25% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
2) 20 days to 24 days prior to departure date: 40% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
3) 15 days to 19 days prior to departure date: 50% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
4) 10 days to 14 days prior to departure date: 75% of the tour cost will be non-refundable
5) 9 days or lesser prior to departure date: 100% of tour cost will be non-refundable
*In case of flight journey, Air ticket amount will be non-refundable (100% cancellation charges) once the tickets booked
POSTPONEMENT POLICY:
If due to any reason the group tour is postponed to the next/forthcoming vacation, an additional postponement charges over and above the tour cost will be applicable
CHECK IN/OUT POLICY:
Standard check in and checkout time of most of the hotels are 12:00 noon. Early check in and late checkout will be subject to availability. We will try to give as many rooms as possible for early check in or late checkout but we don’t promise to give all the rooms for the same. For guaranteed early check in or late checkout, the hotel(s) should be booked at the time of package booking by paying additional amount charged by the hotel.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTION
Since the Indian Railways had made the ticket reservations 4 months (120 days) in advance, for any itinerary with departure by train, we request you to kindly give the name list of the students and escorts -WELL IN ADVANCEfor this we SUGGEST you to forward the name list of the students and escorts who are “ EXPECTED”to attend the trip on the date of confirmation of the tour itself , once the final name list is forwarded 30 days before the date of departure the tickets of those who are not travelling could be CANCELLED–this is to make sure your journey more safe & comfortable