Auli :
Is a city in the Indian state of Uttarakhand.
Its 6 kms. from Joshimath is an ideal winter resort run by Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN).
A 3 kms. long slope ranging from a height of 2519 mts. to 3049 mts. is a major attraction.
The Auli resort run by GMVN has snow beaters which beat the snow to keep the slopes fit for skiing at all times. A 500 mts. long ski-lift carries skiiers back to the slope top, thus saving them the trouble and time to bridge up wearing long skis.
Season : End December to March
Equipment : GMVN provides modern ski equipment. Participants are advised to bring heavy woolen clothing like caps, socks, gloves, mufflers, pullovers, trousers, wind proof jackets, dark glasses, gum/snow boots and a torch for personal use.
Package Tours : GMVN conducts 7 and 14 days skiing courses at Auli and special provisions for day tourists are also available. Ski training is given by qualified ski instructors.
Skiing Courses At Auli :
While experienced skiers are likely to enjoy the slopes of Auli for the excitement it offers of unexplored terrain and the spectacular beauty of the surrounding Himalayas, for those who want to learn how to ski there are numerous skiing facilities available at Auli.GMVN conducts a 7-day as well as a 14-day skiing courses in the months of January-March.
The course participants are also provided that basic ski equipment and lift facility, boarding and lodging. available to the skiers are also available at competitive rates.
One thing that adventure lovers should keep in mind is that Auli's season is short starting from January to March, so its better to pre plan your ski trip to this snow skiing heaven.
General Information (GPS) : For Google Maps.
Longitude : 77° 34' 27" E to 81° 02' 22" E ; Latitude : 28° 53' 24" N to 31° 27' 50" N
Total Area : 53,484 sq. km ; Total Forest Area : 34,434 sq. km.
Hilly Area : 92.57% ; Plains : 7.43%.
