Adventure Offsites

  1. What is the duration of the offsite you offer?

    Duration can range from 1 day only to 5 days – 5nights or more, as per your company’s choice.

  2. Is there a minimum group size?

    Minimum group size is 8 participants for most of the destinations

  3. Can we choose our own adventure activities?

    As per the destination, there are pre-set adventure activities. However adventure activities can also be requested or customised.

  4. Can we get our own adventure team at your destination?

    The adventure team needs to be from Ecomantra / our partner properties. We do not encourage adventure trainers who are not familiar with the terrain and whose expertise we cannot keep a check on.

  5. Is travel provided by Ecomantra?

    Travel is provided for all packages except weekend packages (hub to hub), unless specified in the holiday package. Where travel is not included, you can request for transport options from us.

  6. Do you offer 5 star resorts in your eco holidays?

    Yes. Some of our luxurious properties are on par with a star hotel's facilities. However, most of our holiday destinations do not provide air-conditioning or TVs in rooms, instead the focus is on the outdoor activities. Accommodation is highly luxurious and spacious; service will be impeccable and professional in high-end resorts.

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ECOLE

  1. What is Experiential Learning?

    Experiential learning is outdoor based learning for corporate groups. These are hands – on learning programs through adventures and new experiences, using well designed modules and delivered by experienced professionals in the field of training.

  2. Why should I choose Ecomantra for Experiential Learning?

    In Ecomantra, we focus on nature for our experiential learning programs. We have developed a complete set of learnings from nature and eco adventures. We also promote theatre based learning in our programs. Our Experiential learning programmes are not restricted to any particular groups. They are conducted for all age groups and hierarchies irrespective of backgrounds or cultures, which make them very inviting.

    Know more about our experiential learning programs here

  3. How can we form an Eco club in our company?
    Why an Eco club?

    An Eco club brings together all the offers of Ecomantra that a corporate can avail of from us, at exclusive rates. An eco club also offers various complimentary office campus programs with each membership. From adventure offsites, to training programs and workshops, incentive holidays to corporate social responsibility programs, an eco club helps you plan and execute an annual calendar of events for your organization.

    To form an eco club you can contact Ecomantra through email at or contact us at 022-42155222.

  4. How is your nature based Corporate Training programme ECOLE different from other Outdoor Training programmes?

    The learning process in our course is based on self and insightful learning arising out of tapping the subconscious using our inherent connection to nature in a natural environment. The main differentiator is also the fact that one learns through fun here and hence our programmes are Fun N Learn.

  5. Do you follow standard programmes?

    No, each of our courses is designed to meet a specific client need.

  6. Will we see tangible results after the programme?

    Yes. The fact that most of our clients come back for further programmes highlights the fact the courses do make a difference in the work environment. A lot of the changes and learning derived during the course has to be supported by the company and implemented.

  7. Will the course be very strenuous?

    The degree of difficulty of an activity can be designed to suit the group, without compromising the end objective.

  8. Are you prepared for medical emergencies?

    Yes. We have trained medical specialists in both first aid and sports related injuries. There is also a vehicle available 24 hours in case of medical evacuation and most of our campsites are within 15 -30 minutes from hospitals and/or national highways.

  9. Do you conduct programmes outside your designated campsites?

    Yes, if the place is suitable for our chosen activities

  10. Will you permit us to use your eco resorts and eco camps for our own activities?

    Yes

  11. Are you open to outside consultants working with Ecomantra?

    Yes. As campsite we consider the opportunity of working with any consultant as a learning opportunity and will seek to add value also, if required.

  12. What if your faculty is wanting in certain areas?

    We have access to a large number of experts from various fields. We can always tap into this pool of resource based on client requirements.

  13. How can my company use the outdoors for management training?

    The outdoor is the ideal forum for working groups to develop teamwork, leadership, problem solving and risk taking skills essential to an organisation’s success. Training can take many different approaches and may be tailored to meet a variety of goals. Ecomantra, along with your learning manager and/or facilitator will custom design a programme to address your specific organisational requirements.

  14. What can our employees learn about themselves?

    Programs such as these are as much a mental progression as it is a physical challenge. Your employees are almost certain to leave with something more than you bargained for - a heightened sense of the self, courage to overcome reluctance, capacity for perseverance, potential for making fundamental changes in their life. This programme can give your employees a new perception of themselves. We believe that without the vision to see possibilities beyond our everyday existence and the certainty that we can realize them, we simply drift through life without real direction or motivation.

  15. What can our employees learn about themselves in relation to each other?

    There may be times during these programs when your employees could wish they were somewhere else. Blisters. Weariness. At such times they will learn the real meaning of patience, cooperation and compassion. For their team to be successful, every team member has to reach the goal. Choosing to put the welfare of others before their own is a sign of real emotional growth. We believe that the generosity and concern of a single person can change the world for the better.

  16. What kind of groups sizes do we plan for?

    Groups between 20-40 participants are the norm.

  17. Who qualifies to participate?

    Out bound programs are open to any individual in reasonably good physical condition. No prior camping experience or exceptional physical fitness is required. The programme is designed for the average person in reasonable health. The programme is not recommended for those suffering from cardiac problems, chronic respiratory ailments, expectant mothers and those who have undergone major surgeries or fractures in the recent past.

  18. Do we need to be in great shapes to take a course?

    Out bound courses are meant to be physically & mentally challenging, but one does not have to be an athlete or have prior experience to participate. If your employees are not already doing so, we would advice them to begin an aerobic (running, walking) exercise programme to help build their stamina before they come.

  19. To what degree is an Ecomantra company-specific programme tailored to our company?

    Every programme we design and develop with you is tailored to meet the needs of your company and your company only. We do not believe in designing company-specific programs from ‘off-the-shelf’ programs and will only develop a solution when we have met with, or addressed, a company directly

  20. What are some of the typical issues addressed in a tailor-made programme?

    Learning or Re-learning new skills, improving interpersonal team relationship, General life and nature appreciation, Managing Stress and finding your direction, Implementing corporate change, general management education are just some of the issues we have addressed through our programs. The extensive knowledge and experience of our faculty enables us to develop programs on many issues facing today’s corporation.

  21. How long will it take to develop our programme?

    It typically takes between 4 and 9 days to develop a company-specific programme depending on the pedagogy and the complexity of the programme required. A round the year program for specific corporate takes longer than a 2-week programme. This may involve several locations and intense technological support which will take longer to develop than a short three-day workshop.

  22. How long should our programme be?

    The length of your program will be determined by your programme objectives, the desired location(s) and participants availability. Ecomantra will help you achieve the best balance between length and desired content.

  23. How many executives can attend a given programme?

    The number of participants depends on their level of seniority and on the programme pedagogy. In line with the emphasis of our programs on exchange and interactivity, and based on our experience, we typically recommend between 20 and 30 participants for maximum pedagogical efficiency/impact. However, with e-enabled solutions, we can address the needs of a broader group of executives.

  24. What are the typical profiles of programme participants?

    Our participants can be either fresh from college/still studying youth with boundless energy or senior or top management caliber having many years of experience within their company or industry. We also address the needs of younger ‘high-potentials’ identified as being key in succession strategies within their company.

  25. Do you compete with other trainers or HRD managers?

    Quite the contrary. In many cases, Ecomantra works alongside trainers or counsellors to develop and deliver content on specific issues that complement a company’s overall curriculum/portfolio of management development activities. We will always consider a possible partnership where we feel we can bring significant value to both our client and your faculty.

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Corporate Eco Clubs

  1. Why should we form an Eco club?

    A company eco club gives you the advantage of a wide variety of product offers from Ecomantra at special rates, on first-priority basis for meeting requirements at all levels in the company. From incentive holidays to training programs, social responsibility programs to creative workshops, your company can choose from a bouquet of products for any office across the country with ease, flexibility and the option of customisation.

  2. What is the minimum number of programs required to register?

    Minimum 4 programs in a year can be chosen under the Corporate Eco club membership. These can be a mix of training, adventure offsites, incentive programs and workshops. Minimum 1 complimentary workshop is offered to your company for every annual membership.

  3. What are first-priority offers?

    Under first-priority offers, our Eco club members are given the first preference for booking training programs or incentive holidays/ workshops with us on their chosen dates. Additionally, eco club members are invited first for new programs, fixed date departures, product launches and events as priority customers.

  4. Do you offer CSR (Corporate Social responsibility) programs?

    Yes. With your eco club membership we offer environment conservation based programs which your company can take up as a CSR program on the scale that you wish to implement.

  5. Do you conduct conference trips under Eco clubs?

    Yes. However, the conference trip will also enjoy a complimentary eco workshop from us. You can choose any suitable adventure activities too to combine with your conference trip.

  6. How do register for a corporate Eco club?

    Please send us an email at for registering or for an appointment at your corporate office for the complete offers available.

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