If your idea of a holiday is to
swing gently on a hammock, look up at the sky, dream a little , snooze some and
read some, Atali GANGA near Byasi, Rishikesh is not for you. India’s first self-branded ‘Activotel’
Atali Ganga is for those who prefer the high from an adrenalin rush and love
the outdoors.
Every aspect of the layout of the
hotel seeks some amount of fitness unless you want to check yourself into the
first level cottages. Spread on a sloping hill the cottages do not allow the
luxury of relaxed seating inside the room, you go in there only to sleep,
shower and emerge next morning ready for more action. The cuisine served
beautifully at the White Water Café is chosen to nourish you and keep
you going through your action filled day, while the barbeque in the evening
followed by a hearty dinner is to lull you to get a good night’s rest.
Ideal for corporate executives
looking for off-sites that can include team activities, young turks, teenagers
and their parents who love the Himalayan outdoor and the action that being
close the Ganges allows, Atali GANGA’s young ‘Active officers’ chalk
your days the moment you check-in, ofcourse your fitness and inclination is
taken into consideration but you are encouraged to push your limits as much as
you can, so that by the end of your Atali experience you have tested your strengths
and overcome your weaknesses, well atleast some of them !
High up on the slope is the High
Ropes Challenge Course, Altitude. It is a level of challenge that promises
to challenge, inspire, and sometimes humble you. The course is spread over 2.5
acres and contains 16 elements inclusive of a zip line. Designed to be 80% easily doable, while 20% will put all your
abilities to test. However when you complete it, it is a definite high and you
will want to come back for more.
The main course has continuous static belay system, while some elements have a
dynamic belay system. There is a training ground before people get onto
the main course.
The activities are many and
include - rafting and kayaking including inflatable kayaks,
climbing wall, mountain biking, the Altitude ( high ropes ) and
hiking. If you are energetic and game you may be able to do all of the
above or most of them. Gentle activities include birding, yoga and star gazing
!
Book yourself an active vacation
at Atali GANGA , write to Atali GANGA.