young explorer weekend program

Our short programs are 4 or 3 night/ weekend/ Overnight programs and the curriculum here is structured (as per the number of available days) to introduce the younglings to short but different experiences that result broadening their outlook with respect to the environment and giving them a flavor of our flagship programs.

Mount Abu (4 N program) - A pleasant retreat, set amidst lush, forested hills, this beautiful hill station that is rich in forests, flora and fauna, lies at the southern extremity of the Aravali range of Mountains. It was declared as a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1960. The scenic landscapes include gigantic blocks of rocks in different shapes, flowering shrubs and lovely lakes much in contrast to the arid environs of the state. The major fauna includes Sloth Bear, Leopard, Sambar, Red Spurfowl, the rare Green Munia etc. Our camp will be used as a base to explore and learn through outdoor experiences in the Aravali Mountain ranges one of the oldest mountains that exist

SGNP (Overnight Camp Program) - Sanjay Gandhi National Park, also known as SGNP, is an 87 km2 protected area in the heart of Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in 1969. The 2400-year-old Kanheri caves, sculpted by monks out of the rocky basaltic cliffs, lie within the park. The park is home to a number of endangered species of flora and fauna like the Chital (or spotted deer), Rhesus Macaque and Bonnet Macaque, black-naped or Indian hare, porcupine, Hanuman or grey Langur, Indian flying fox, Sambar deer and Leopard. There are a number of beautiful hidden as well as well tread trails in the park.

The expected outcomes are –

1.      Building curiosity and a sense of awe about Nature

2.      A degree of independence & self-reliance

3.      Interpersonal skills

4.      An open growth mindset and willingness to embrace the new & unknown