Somasila is a well known place 185kms from Hyderabad on the banks of River Krishna. It is well known for its temples but more known for its beauty. The place is surrounded by hills and small islands.
Somasila
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Vacation Style Holiday Type02 Days
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Where :: Somasila – Island
Duration :: 2 Day
Activities :: Hiking, Camping, Open water swimming, Boat Ride.
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ABOUT THE PLACE:
Somasila is a well known place 185kms from Hyderabad on the banks of River Krishna. It is well known for its temples but more known for its beauty. The place is surrounded by hills and small islands. One can enjoy the nature at its prime on the islands and camp riverside enjoying the night views.
- Album: https://photos.app.goo.gl/xwbKBBx2VQyf33XZ9
- Blog: https://talkingtota.wordpress.com/2021/02/27/somasila-island-camping/
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ITINERARY:
Saturday:
10.30am: Assemble at a common point.
Start towards Somasila. We will stop for lunch on the way at a hotel.
3.00pm: Reach Somasila.
Reach Island and set up our campsite. Everyone will be pitching their own tent. Enjoy the views and Swimming.
8.00pm: Dinner and campfire.
Sunday:
6am: Wake up. Swimming in the river, dismantle your tent, pack your bags.
8.30am: Start back to the main land (boat ride), Breakfast.
10.00am: Start back to Hyderabad.
(Return time may vary by 1-2 hour’s based on the group)
- As it is a remote island there are no building or structures there. So for nature calls one needs to use open area. There will be private space though. Washroom’s are available near car parking which are accessible once we arrive at somasila and return back but not at the campsite on the island.
- Do note that everything which we need at the campsite we will be carry from the main land. Guests would have to pitch their tents and help as needed. This is an outdoor camping event, we will try to make one’s stay safe and assist but everyone would have to pitch in as needed.
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Cost: – 3500 /-
Includes:
* Shared Tent Stay – Camping
* Boat Charges.
* Food ( Saturday – 1 Evening Tea, 1 Dinner , Sunday – 1 Breakfast ). Food will be simple Andhra meals which is provided at Somasila by the local’s.
Excludes:
* Transportation from your location to/from Somasila – Distance is around 400kms in total from Hyderabad. Base on the no of participants joining, we will carpool or book a private vehicle. Cost will be around Rs.1000-1200/per head.
*Any other charges which are not mentioned in includes.
Please go through this link for details on costs and refunds https://goxp.in/cost-and-refunds/
To register do message us at +91 7981854919 (10am-7pm).
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WHAT TO GET: (Do read it without fail)
https://goxp.in/things-to-take/
(We will also message with the list of items to get)
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Activity Disclaimer:
By joining this event, you agree that your participation is self-voluntary and are responsible for your own wellbeing. You also confirm that you are in good healthy with no physical ailments and medical conditions and are fit to attend this event.
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Below is the list of items Included.
- Shared Tent Stay – Camping
- Boat Charges.
- Food ( Saturday – 1 Evening Tea, 1 Dinner , Sunday – 1 Breakfast ). Food will be simple Andhra meals which is provided at Somasila by the local’s.
Below is the list of items not Included.
- Transportation from your location to/from Somasila – Distance is around 400kms in total from Hyderabad. Base on the no of participants joining, we will carpool or book a private vehicle. Cost will be around Rs.1000-1200/per head.
- Any other charges which are not mentioned in includes.
- Trekking shoes [Preferably shoes which cover till your ankle]
- 2L water. Do get re-usable water bottles from home to avoid buying plastic mineral bottles.
- Sun Cap and Sunscreen
- Wear Full hands shirt and trousers to avoid scratches.
- Energy bars/ ORS
- Dry Fruits, Carrots, Fruits, Dates to munch.
- Photo Id (any valid card with your photograph and signature on it)
- Signed Disclaimer form.
Do see our things to take page for more details https://goxp.in/things-to-take/
Anyone fit and is able to walk for 4-5 hours can do this trek. Just have an attitude of not giving up. We take a age limit of 18+ unless explicitly specified in the trek page.
Wear something loose and comfortable. Do not wear any bright colors but wear natural colors to blend with nature. Get a good sun cap to protect your self from sun. Always good to wear full hands and full length trousers to avoid scratches. If its rainy season a raincoat or poncho is a must.
Walk minimum 30 minutes daily. If you are going on a long trek see that you can jog for 30 minutes . From 2 days before the trek Dehydrate yourself by drinking lot of water . Sleep well the night before.
We suggest participants to get gear based on the season. We suggest you go over the things to get section in the earlier tab.
We take a age limit of 18+ unless explicitly specified in the trek page.
Mostly we serve vegetarian and local food based on the availability. Breakfast is mostly bread, Jam, fruits. Lunch is rice, dal and vegetables. Lunch, Dinner is based on the campsite sometimes we take packed food or we serve on the top.
An organizer will accompany the group at all times and also based on a trek a local will be with the group.
We will be using nature. But to keep the place clean we request all trekkers to go a bit away from the campsite and also to cover up with soil after they are done.
We will not have water sources. We advice the trekkers to carry 2 / 3L of water for day / overnight treks.
Mostly the network’s would not be strong as we would be going into the hills and forests. Be prepared for no signal and inform yours contacts if you are expecting any calls.
We advice people not to wear new shoes on a trek. A good trekking shoes is preferred which are available in any popular trekking goods stores.
We have a strict no smoking and drinking policy on the treks. Alcohol dehydrates you and smoke can risk a forest fire. Anyone found with to violate this will be removed from the trek immediately.
We have a strict no waste and littering policy. Any waste created should be carried back and disposed in proper dustbins.
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