Horse
Safari India
The
Horse: Marwari - the desert horse of Rajasthan. Young horses are bought and
reared in the hills. His dexterity in negotiating the narrow bridle paths in the
hills - every manoeuvre so safe and simple, has to be experienced to be believed.
The Characteristics: The Marwari has a beautiful head crowned
by perky lure shaped ears meeting at the tips. In line with his desert elements
when asked he provides a very smooth and fast ride.
The Area:
Nainital is situated in the Kumaon hills where thick wooded hills, snow capped
mountains in the distance and clear pine scented air were a respite from the hot
steamy plains.
It was here that Col. James Edward Corbett was born.
His love for the richness of the region and sensitivity to the miseries of the
simple hill folk, were to shape his life as a courageous hunter of the man-eating
tigers & leopards that plagued the villagers. Later on he became a visionary
conservationist and author.
Corbett National Park is rightfully named
after the man who was instrumental in its creation. It is here that the first
three non days of riding are spent. With Jeeps and Elephants as modes of transport,
one gets an excellent opportunity to examine, survey and enjoy the diverse flora
and fauna of the Park.
The
Forest Lodge and Tiger Camp provide sumptuous meals, clean comfortable bed and
bath and an ambience that matches the wilderness. The first phase of the ride
is easy, through thick peripheral reserve forests of Sal. Canter or gallop on
the soft tracks and the opportunity to stop and examine whatever catches your
fancy, is always there. Camping sites provide all the magic of the Jungle, the
nocturnal sounds, bright lit skies and tales around a crackling camp fire, all
make a heady cocktail.
The second phase of the ride begins the ascent
into the hills. It provides the thrilling adventure of an uphill climb on narrow
bridle paths, breathtaking views across growing hills, valleys and gorges and
the changing vegetation at every turn. The Lodge at Pangot provides great comfort
after a good days riding. The descent into Betalghat is equally dramatic.
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