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Indiahikes School of Outdoor Learning

Integrating Learning with Adventure

Who Are We, And What We Do

The Indiahikes School of Outdoor Learning (InSOUL) designs thrilling mountain adventures with a focus on three distinct groups – Schools, Colleges, and Corporates. Our programmes blend treks and camping with targeted learning objectives.

InSOUL was born with a simple conviction: the outdoors teach what classrooms cannot. We believe:

  • Learning happens best through tangible experiences and reflection, with nature as the ultimate teacher, motivator, and healer.
  • Mindful trekking as a medium of learning closely mirrors life – the joys, the uncertainties, the possibilities, the challenges, and how best to navigate them.
  • Trekking with intention transforms the body, mind, and spirit. The impact is twice as profound when we integrating trekking with thoughtfully-designed learning programmes.

Why Choose InSOUL?

Designing impactful outdoor learning programmes since 2011

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We customise learning programmes to meet the specific needs and objectives of every institute.

78+ organisations impacted

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The top schools, management institutes, and corporates in the country trek with us.

Member of the internationally-acclaimed Association for Experiential Education (AEE)

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We contribute to and learn from the global Experiential Education community.

Trained Activity Provider for the International Award for Young People (IAYP)

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Our programmes fulfill 100% of the IAYP Adventurous Journey requirements.

Highest standards of safety

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Our facilitators are certified Wilderness First Responders (WFR) and NOLS certified.

World-class programmes with experienced facilitators

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InSOUL facilitators are trained in global best practices of experiential education and adventure programming.

Trusted by Organisations Across India

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Latest News from InSOUL

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Budding Minds IAYP Bronze Adventurous Journey in Kodaikanal
01/07/2025

Over the course of three days, a spirited group of students from Budding Minds School joined us for their Bronze-level International Award for Young People (IAYP) Adventurous Journey. What unfolded was a remarkable journey of growth, skill-building, and discovery in the wilderness.

Day 1: Building the Foundation
The program began with a series of team-based challenges aimed at developing key outdoor skills. Students learned the basics of tent-pitching, first aid, and map reading using GPS. They were introduced to the “5 Ps” (Participant, Passenger, Protester, Prisoner, Pilot) framework and reflected on their roles within the team. A sensory activity called “sound mapping” had them identifying 18 different natural sounds, sharpening their awareness of their environment.

Students also engaged in scenario-based learning exercises to prepare for their expedition, learning to respond effectively to real-life challenges in the outdoors.

Day 2: The Qualifying Journey
The real test came on the second day as students set off on their self-navigated qualifying journey. The team successfully navigated their route while descending a trail and even cooked their own meals at the campsite: dal, channa masala, rotis, rice kheer, a complete meal prepared from scratch.

Post-dinner, the group learned fire-making using natural elements. Everyone managed to get a fire going, marking a major milestone in their outdoor skills training. The facilitators emphasized that while students learned fire-making as a skill, they do not support unnecessary campfires and highlighted their environmental impact. The day ended with stargazing, offering a quiet moment of reflection and wonder under the night sky.

Day 3: Resilience and Reflection
The final day tested the students further. They attempted orienteering, navigating with maps and compasses, though they couldn’t complete the activity, it served as a valuable learning experience. In a Green Sweep activity, they explored waste segregation and understood its significance in preserving natural spaces.

As they wrapped up the journey, students shared their top five highlights:

  • Trekking and the thrill of reaching new heights
  • Pitching tents completely on their own
  • Facing real challenges like cold water and steep ascents
  • Learning adaptability and decision-making under pressure

One of the strongest reflections was a shared sense of achievement, of doing things for themselves, without help. As one participant put it, “It felt so nice to know we could do all this on our own.”

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Safety at InSOUL

Safety is our top priority at InSOUL. Indiahikes carries the legacy of being India's largest and safest trekking organisation. This is a responsibility we uphold with great care. We maintain rigorous standards with trained Trek Leaders, many of whom are certified as Wilderness First Responders (WFR) and by NOLS. Regular refresher courses ensure they stay updated on high-altitude safety protocols. Our team, including technical guides and facilitators, are well-equipped to handle emergencies effectively. Each trek is meticulously planned with comprehensive risk assessments, particularly for student groups, ensuring that every step is taken with the utmost care.

Safety at InSOUL

Safety is our top priority at InSOUL. Indiahikes carries the legacy of being India's largest and safest trekking organisation. This is a responsibility we uphold with great care. We maintain rigorous standards with trained Trek Leaders, many of whom are certified as Wilderness First Responders (WFR) and by NOLS. Regular refresher courses ensure they stay updated on high-altitude safety protocols. Our team, including technical guides and facilitators, are well-equipped to handle emergencies effectively. Each trek is meticulously planned with comprehensive risk assessments, particularly for student groups, ensuring that every step is taken with the utmost care.

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