Operation Shangri-la is organised by X-Trekkers, supported by Raleigh Society.
7 years ago, X-Trekkers started Operation Shangri-La as a long term expedition to Tibetan region as an extraordinary experience incorporating elements of adventure travel with community service. The expedition is carried out to provide further enrichment to a traveller's experience.
YEP funding is approved, the 15-day expedition will cost approximately S$950 per eligible person per phase. Now, there are only two phases.
WHERE - Napa Hai, Shangri-La County (3270 meters above sea level and covers 660 square kilometers; it is approximately 8 kilometers northwest of Zhongdian town in Yunnan Province)
WHEN - Each phase comprise of 15-day period.
Planned phases are 15 - 29 NOV 2009 29 NOV - 13 DEC 2009