Best Camping Tours in Bir - Billing

What You Should Know More About Camping in Bir - Billing

• Q. Which are the best camps in Bir billing offering discounts?

  If you want to enjoy the unadulterated beauty of the Bir, go for camping. It is a divine experience that is beautiful way beyond words can express it. Click here to book Thrillophilia's Camping package offered with a great discount.
  

• Q. What are the best places to visit in Bir Billing for first time travellers?

  Adventure activities like paragliding have transformed Bir from a sleepy little town to a tourist destination that is worth visiting. Click here to see the list of popular attractions to visit in Bir Billing.
  
  1. Bir Landing Site - It offers soul-stirring views of the sunset.
  2. Chokling Monastery - This magnificent monastery is painted in white and is adorned with other bright colours.
  3. Deer Park Institute - It is one of the most reputed centres for the study of classical Indian wisdom.
  4. Chowgan Tea Gardens - Situated in lower Bir hat has many verdant tea plantations with many different types of teas grown.
  5. Dharmalaya Institute - Eco-campus in that stresses on the importance of compassionate and green living.

• Q. How to book Paragliding in Bir Billing at best price?

  Bir Billing is a tempting destination for all paragliding enthusiasts. Book now Thrillophilia's Paragliding Tour Package Under Rs 2000/- for a fascinating paragliding experience.
  

• Q. What is the best time to visit Bir Billing for camping?

  Camping in Bir Billing should be planned in the months of summers starting from April to June. This is the time when the weather remains pleasant with temperature lying between 11 °C and 25 °C making it the best time to set camps in Bir. This is the time when the winds are at its best for paragliding with the air current thermals of 6-12 meters per second

• Q. Is it safe to go for camping in Bir Billing?

  Yes, it is absolutely safe to erect Camps in Bir Billing. The only things you would need to take care of is wild animals, cold and rain pour. You might take a local person or a good guide with you to deal with wild animals and pack efficiently to stay clear of cold and rain.

• Q. What other kind of activities are there in Bir Billing apart from camping?

  Bir Billing is a popular adventure destination and is known all over the world for paragliding. Following are some activities you can try in Bir Billing apart from camping:

  • Paragliding
  • Trekking
  • Hiking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Photography
  • Monastery Visits

• Q. Why is Bir Billing so famous for camping?

  Bir Camping is famous because Bir is the highest peak in the region with exciting flora and fauna to cherish throughout the stay. You can overlook the mighty mountains while sitting amidst dense woods possessing distinct flowers and various birds and animals.
  
  You can even have a good collection of pictures. Last but not least, Bir is the capital for paragliding in India which attracts more people to the place to experience the same.

• Q. What shall be the right number of days to spend there in Bir Billing?

  Bir Billing is not spread across a vast area and has a few tourist places to visit. It is popular for its share of adventure activities, especially paragliding. So, you can easily explore the place in 2-3 days.

• Q. What will be the timing and expenditure for paragliding in Bir Billing?

  Paragliding packages in Bir Billing start from INR 2,200. This package offers you a paragliding experience of approximately 1 hour.

• Q. Can we do camping in Bir during monsoon also? What is the cost of camping in Bir Billing?

  Yes, you can do camping in Bir Billing during monsoon but it is not recommended as there is a possibility of heavy rainfalls ruining your camping experience.

  You can experience the fun of camping in Bir Billing with packages starting from INR 800.

• Q. Will there be any meal included in Bir billing camping package?

  Yes, there will be fresh meals included in Bir Billing Camping package where you can choose between veg and non-veg options.

• Q. How to reach Bir from Delhi?

  By Air: You can catch a flight from Delhi Airport to Kangra Airport in Gaggal in Dharamshala which is the nearest airport from Bir Billing just 67.6 KM away. You may hire a cab for further commute or local transport is also an option.
  
  By Train: You can also book a train to Ahju, the nearest railway station. If couldn’t find one then you may go for Chauntra Bhaterh or Baijnath Mandir. Again from there you would need a cab to commute further with an option of local transport open for you.
  
  By Road: You may like to travel via NH-44 to reach Bir Billing which would cover 517 KM and take 10-11 hours.

• Q. How do I reach Bir Billing, Himachal Pradesh from Chandigarh?

  Bir Billing is located at a distance of 285 km from Chandigarh and is well connected by road. You can either take a direct bus to Bir from Chandigarh or take a bus to Baijnath or Palampur from Chandigarh which is located at short distances from Bir Village.

  The nearest airport to Bir Billing is in Kangra which is located at a distance of 65 km from Bir Billing. Flights between Chandigarh and Kangra are available.

• Q. What is Bir famous for?

  Bir is known as the capital of paragliding. It is renowned as the best place for paragliding with good airflow and splendid terrains to overlook. Summer would be the perfect time to experience paragliding along with camping in Bir Billing.
  
  But monsoon and winters are also open for visits as monsoon would give a better experience with flourishing flora and fauna whereas in winters you can see sun-kissed land covered in white snow. These seasons could be hard for trekking but nevertheless Bir Camping would still be exciting.

• Q. What sort of food will there be during camping? Will there be barbeque and bonfire as well?

  The sort of food available during the camping depends upon your package. Some packages include vegetarian meals and some include non-vegetarian meals, too. In order to avail of barbeque and bonfire, you need to buy a package that includes these.

• Q. What type of toilet facility will be there on campsites?

  Toilet facility depends upon the package you are purchasing. With some packages, you are accommodated in Swiss camps that have their separate toilets. While some packages include normal tents for which there is common toilet facility.

• Q. Will I get medical aid in case of any emergency?

  First aid facility is available at Bir Billing camps. However, it is recommended that you carry your first-aid kit and medicines (in case of any ailments). In case of any emergency that needs expert help, you will be taken to the nearest hospital.

• Q. Which are the best places for camping in Bir Billing?

  There are a lot of amazing places for camping in Bir Billing like Camp Oak View, Camp Kasbah, Rocks Camping, Monkey Mud Hostels and Adventure Camps, Shivirama, The Sky Village and Paul Paradise. They provide you with good tents overlooking beautiful valleys with a variety of meals for you to choose from.

• Q. Which places are good for sightseeing in Bir Billing?

  Bir Billing has a few good sightseeing places you can visit on your trip. They are as follows:

  • Choukling Monastery
  • Shiv Temple
  • Chamunda Devi Temple
  • Deer Park Institute
  • Sherab Ling Monastery
  • Bir Tea Factory
  • Tibetan Colony
  • Drukpa Kagyu Monastery

• Q. Will there be special camps for couples?

  Yes, you can get a camp on double sharing basis for you and your partner.

• Q. What if it will rain while camping in Bir Billing?

  If it rains while camping in Bir Billing, you won’t be able to enjoy the bonfire. Nothing else will get affected since the tents provided for camping are waterproof, so there is nothing you need to worry about.

• Q. Can we smoke/drink at campsites?

  No, you are not permitted to smoke or drink alcohol at Bir Billing camps because the campsites are ecological.

• Q. Will there be bonfire? Can we dance and sing at the campsite?

  Yes, there will be a bonfire. And, yes, you can dance and sing at the campsite provided the music or the noise is not too loud. Moreover, dancing and singing late night may not be allowed because of the campsites being in ecologically active zones.