Safety Guidelines | Aarohana Trails

Aarohana Trails maintains an industry-leading safety record. These guidelines exist to protect you, your fellow trekkers, and our Trek Leaders. Please read them carefully before your departure.

Before the Trek

Physical Preparation

Begin a fitness routine at least 6 weeks before your trek: walk 5+ km daily, add stair climbing and light strength training.
Ensure you can walk with a 5–8 kg backpack for 5–7 hours continuously.

Medical Screening

Complete the health disclosure form honestly — it is for your safety, not a barrier to participation.
Consult your physician if you have a history of cardiac, respiratory, or joint conditions.
Carry a 30-day supply of any regular medications and inform your Trek Leader.

Gear Check

Ankle-support trekking boots (broken in — not new) are mandatory.
Your Trek Leader will inspect your footwear at the trailhead. Inappropriate footwear is grounds for declining participation.

On-Trek Medical Equipment Every Aarohana Trails expedition carries a certified first aid kit, altitude sickness medications (Diamox and Dexamethasone), and a satellite communicator for routes without cellular coverage.

On the Trail

Stay with the group — Never hike ahead of the lead guide or fall behind the sweep guide.
Hydration — Drink 3–4 litres per day. Do not wait until you feel thirsty.
Alert your leader — Report any symptom immediately, including headache, nausea, or unusual breathlessness.
No solo photography detours — Always inform the group before stepping off the main trail.

Wildlife Encounters

In the event of a large mammal sighting (elephant, gaur, leopard), stop moving immediately and wait for your Trek Leader's instructions.
Never run from a wildlife encounter — remain calm and back away slowly.
Report all snake sightings to the Trek Leader immediately.

Emergency Procedures

Your Trek Leader carries a full emergency action plan for every route.
Emergency contact numbers are shared in the pre-trek briefing SMS/email.
In a medical emergency, the Trek Leader will initiate evacuation procedures and coordinate with local Forest Department authorities.

Emergency Hotline: +91-6363024266 (available during all active treks)

Before the Trek

Physical Preparation

Begin a fitness routine at least 6 weeks before your trek: walk 5+ km daily, add stair climbing and light strength training.

Ensure you can walk with a 5–8 kg backpack for 5–7 hours continuously.

Medical Screening

Complete the health disclosure form honestly — it is for your safety, not a barrier to participation.

Consult your physician if you have a history of cardiac, respiratory, or joint conditions.

Carry a 30-day supply of any regular medications and inform your Trek Leader.

Gear Check

Ankle-support trekking boots (broken in — not new) are mandatory.

Your Trek Leader will inspect your footwear at the trailhead. Inappropriate footwear is grounds for declining participation.

On the Trail

Stay with the group — Never hike ahead of the lead guide or fall behind the sweep guide.

Hydration — Drink 3–4 litres per day. Do not wait until you feel thirsty.

Alert your leader — Report any symptom immediately, including headache, nausea, or unusual breathlessness.

No solo photography detours — Always inform the group before stepping off the main trail.

Emergency Procedures

Your Trek Leader carries a full emergency action plan for every route.

Emergency contact numbers are shared in the pre-trek briefing SMS/email.

In a medical emergency, the Trek Leader will initiate evacuation procedures and coordinate with local Forest Department authorities.

Emergency Hotline: +91-6363024266 (available during all active treks)