7075M
Technical climb
Expedition
India/Uttarakhand
April – May – August – Sept- Oct
08 max
Uttarkashi – Uttarkashi 19 Nights – 20 Days
26 May – 14 June 2024
19 September – 08 October 2024
09 October – 28 October 2024
Delhi – Delhi 24 Nights – 25 Days
24 May – 17 June 2024
17 September – 11 October 2024
07 October – 31 October 2024
| Name of the Expedition | Mount Satopanth 7075M |
|---|---|
| Region | Gangotri/Uttarakhand |
| Expedition Grade | Technical |
| Trek Distance | 82 KM |
| Duration of Trek | 24 Nights 25 Days |
| Pickup Point | New Delhi IGI Airport |
| Drop Point | New Delhi IGI Airport |
| Pick Up Timing | As per the flight |
| Drop Timing | As per the flight |
| Guide No | +91 8588846600 |
| Travel Route | Delhi - Rishikesh - Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Bhojbasa - Gaumukh - Nandanvan - Summit - Base Camp - Bhojbasa - Gangotri - Uttarkashi - Rishikesh - Delhi |
| Guides Services | Experienced climbing Sherpa |
Mount Satopanth Expedition is ideal for climbers who want to take a leap of faith and set their foot in high-altitude mountain climbing. The sheer size of this mountain is intimidating yet inviting for adventurous mountaineers. Mt Satopanth peak expedition gives you a chance to climb one of the most exciting 7000er mountains of India. It is a technical mountain with an elevation of 7075 meters. Being the second highest peak in the Gangotri National Park in Uttarakhand, Satopanth peak has been on the bucket list of various mountain lovers. Kahlur Adventures plans a well-crafted expedition to Mount Satopanth peak so you can experience the magnificence of this brilliant marvel of nature and get a look at the other mountains of the Garhwal Ranges of the Himalayas. It may also interest you that the name “Satopanth” translates to ‘true path’ in the local dialect of this region.
The high altitude and technicality of Mount Satopanth in Uttarakhand India have made it a stepping stone for mountaineers who aspire to climb above other challenging 7000ers or 8000ers in the future. But this fact doesn’t state that climbing the Satopanth peak isn’t tough. Various complexities such as steep snow slopes, tricky glacier formations, crevasse-riddled surfaces, patches of ice and rock, technical sharp ridges, and dramatic weather changes make this expedition quite demanding. The chilling temperatures and violent wind make this expedition even more strenuous. Mt Satopanth was first scaled back by a Swiss expedition led by Andre Roch in 1947. The first woman to climb Mt Satopanth is Kavitha Reddy who completed this impressive task in 2012.
You will get incredible views of the entire Garhwal Himalaya range and Gangotri Glacier. The entire path of this trek is adorned with beautiful sites of mother nature’s glory. On your way up, you will be going through the banks of two holy rivers of India, Ganga, and Bhagirathi. To be eligible for the Mount Satopanth peak expedition, you need to have a certain skill set and knowledge of mountaineering equipment. This expedition is reserved for experienced climbers and you need mountaineering certification or alternative certification in high altitudes. You also need prior experience in mountaineering in extreme temperatures with a summit of over 6500 M to your credit to be able to go on this excursion. Survival at such a high altitude and grueling terrain can be hard.
We at Kahlur Adventures facilitate the endeavours of ambitious climbers by providing them with the best service on their expeditions. The safety of our clients is our priority and we make sure that the planning of the entire route is impeccable to deal with any unforeseen circumstances that may arrive on this journey. We believe that those who can dream big are also the ones who can most certainly achieve it. All your meals and accommodations are covered in the tour package of the Mount Satopanth peak expedition and our well-trained tour leader takes you on an adventure of a lifetime. Satopanth Tal trek is also one of the most prestigious treks among avid trekkers but it has an entirely separate route. Since you will be in the glorious Himalayas, don’t forget to revel in the local culture and cuisines.
SHORT ITINERARY:
Day 1– Arrive Delhi | Elevation: 300M
Day 2– Delhi – Rishikesh | Distance: 270 kms | Duration: 6 – 7 hours | Elevation: 340M
Day 3– Rishikesh – Uttarkashi| Distance: 172Kms | Duration: 5 – 6 hours | Elevation: 1158M
Day 4– Uttarkashi – Gangotri | Distance: 102 kms | Duration: 3-4 hours | Elevation: 3415M
Day 5– Acclimatization day at Gangotri
Day 6– Gangotri – Bhojbasa | Trek Distance: 14 kms | Duration: 4-5 hours | Elevation: 4025M
Day 7– Bhojbasa – Gaumukh – Tapovan | Trek Distance: 08 kms | Duration: 3-4 hours | Elevation: 4460M
Day 8– Tapovan to Nandanvan | Trek Distance: 08 kms | Duration: 4-5 hours Elevation: 4800 M
Day 9– Nandavan to Vasuki Tal (Base Camp) | Trek Distance: 06 kms | Duration: 3-4 hours Elevation: 4876 M
Day 10– Acclimatization at Base Camp
Day 11- 22- Base Camp – Camp1, Camp2 Summit Mt Satopanth 7075M and back to Gangotri
Day 23– Uttarkashi – Rishikesh
Day 24– Rishikesh – Delhi
Day 25– Delhi IMF Debriefing – Departure
Day 01 – Arrive Delhi | Elevation: 300M
Kahlur Adventures welcome you to India, the land of ancient history and rich culture. You will land in New Delhi, the capital of India. Our airport representative will receive you at the Delhi airport and take you to your hotel booked in advance so you can relax and stay for the night. India is also a melting pot of flavor and colors. So don’t miss the chance to explore the city and taste some local food.
Overnight in The Hotel at Delhi
Meal: ***
Day 02 Delhi – Rishikesh | Distance: 270 kms | Duration: 6 – 7 hours | Elevation: 340M
After early morning breakfast, you will head to IMF (Indian Mountaineering Foundation) with Kahlur Adventures’ representative for a briefing and formalities of the expedition. You will be done with all the paperwork by noon and after that, you will proceed towards Rishikesh, accompanied by our tour guide. The drive will be of almost 5 hours and you will see the changing landscapes from your window. Upon reaching Rishikesh, you will check in a hotel for an overnight stay. You also get to enjoy your dinner in the pleasant weather of Rishikesh.
Overnight at Rishikesh (Hotel)
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 03 Rishikesh – Uttarkashi| Distance: 172Kms | Duration: 5 – 6 hours | Elevation: 1158M
You will have your wholesome breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Today you will be driving to the holy town of Uttarkashi, situated on the banks of river Bhagirath. The drive from Rishikesh to Uttarkashi is about 175 km long with a backdrop of beautiful scenic views. Once you reach today’s destination, you will stay in a hotel pre-booked by Kahlur Adventures and have your dinner in the foothills of the Himalayas.
Overnight at Uttarkashi (Hotel)
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 04 Uttarkashi – Gangotri | Distance: 102 kms | Duration: 3-4 hours | Elevation: 3415M
Today you will start early and will be accompanied by Kahlur Adventures’ tour leader. You drive to Gangotri, a sacred place for Hindu pilgrims and this is a 100 km drive. Gangotri is situated at the banks of river Bhagirath and is the origin place of the holy river Ganga. It is believed that Lord Shiva opened his locks of hair to release the Ganga River for the nourishment of mankind. It is advised to commence the drive as early as possible as the roads in the mountains can be tricky and unpredictable. Once you reach Gangotri, you will check into a hotel and rest for the night.
Overnight at Gangotri (Hotel/Guest House)
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 05 – A Day in Gangotri | Elevation: 3415 M
This day is received for acclimatization to the high altitude. It is very important to adjust your body according to the elevation and get it accustomed to your current environment. You also get an opportunity to walk around the town of Gangotri and explore the local markets. You can also visit nearby temples and soak in the local culture. There will be a team huddle with the Kahlur Adventures tour leader and your fellow travellers for discussing the routine of the following days of the expedition.
Overnight at Gangotri (Hotel/Guest House)
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 06 – Gangotri – Bhojbasa | Trek Distance: 14 kms | Duration: 4-5 hours | Elevation: 4025M
The trek will begin today and it is a 14 km trek. You will have an early breakfast and start walking towards Gomukh. You will walk on a trail that will take you through towering pine trees and the river Bhagirathi will be beside you on this entire pathway till Chirbasa. You will have a little halt to have your lunch provided by Kahlur Adventures in the great outdoors. After lunch, you will head towards Bhojwasa. While trekking to Bhojwasa, the majestic Bhagirathi ranges will keep you company. You will reach the campsite by early evening and will witness a bewitching sunset. You will retire in your tent for the night.
Overnight In Expedition Tents
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 07- Bhojbasa – Gaumukh – Tapovan | Trek Distance: 08 kms | Duration: 3-4 hours | Elevation: 4460M
You will wake up at the dawn and have a rejuvenating breakfast. You will cover a distance of 13 km along with the team of Kahlur Adventures on today’s trek and need to begin your morning early. You will cross the snout of Gangotri Glacier on your way up. You will walk alongside the river Bhagirathi till you reach Gomukh, the origin place of the holy river Ganga. You will get to explore the nearby regions of Gomukh and then ascend towards Tapovan, the most stunning alpine meadow at such a high altitude. As the trail starts getting steeper, the views of surrounding peaks become prominent. Tapovan is also the base of the Shivling peak and at this campsite, you will get many freshwater streams and a variety of wildflowers. The serene nature of this place makes it meditative and is preferred by spiritual individuals. You will have your supper under the canopy of stars and stay here for the night.
Overnight In Expedition Tents
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 08 – Tapovan to Nandanvan | Trek Distance: 08 kms | Duration: 4-5 hours Elevation: 4800 M
On the 8th day of this trek, you cover a distance of 8 km. the day will begin early to head towards the Meru glacier. On reaching Meru, you will spend some time here and then start walking towards the meadows at the foothill of Bhagirathi peaks. Kahlur Adventures has planned the route so that you can enjoy your surroundings to the fullest. You will walk on rocky moraines but you need to watch your steps as the path lacks grip and can be precarious to walk on. The ascend ahead is steep and filled with boulders and rocky patches, you need to head with caution. After you reach the campsite at Nandavan, you will get mesmerizing views of Shivling peak that will make all your hardship of the day worthwhile.
Overnight In Expedition Tents
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 09 – Nandavan to Vasuki Tal (Base Camp) | Trek Distance: 06 kms | Duration: 3-4 hours Elevation: 4876 M
Today you will trek towards Vasuki Tal, a pristine lake adorned by high mountain ranges of the Himalayas. You will walk along the Chaturangi glacier on your way. You will walk on a diagonal path on the glacier, then climb a little and then descend later to reach the base camp. After completing this 6 km trek, you will reach the base of the mountain and rest in your tent for the night.
Overnight In Expedition Tents
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 10 – Acclimatization at Base Camp
This day is reserved for acclimatization. You are at a really high altitude and need the day to adjust your body. On this day, you will get trained by Kahlur Adventures’ tour leader to get handy and use all your gear efficiently, you get to practice on the icy slopes to prepare you for the trek ahead.
Overnight In Expedition Tents
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 11 to Day 22 – Satopanth Peak Expedition | Elevation: 7075 M
Specifying the exact days of the trek ahead can be dicey as the weather conditions are unpredictable. Mount Satopanth has 3 camps and the schedule of Kahlur Adventures ahead of this time involves rotation rounds between these camps. Camp 1 is at an elevation of 5130 M and is about 250 M above the base camp. T0 reach Camp 1 you will walk on a narrow ridge with Chaturangi glacier on the left and Vasuki Parbat at your right. After walking for a while, you will get the first look at your ultimate destination of this expedition, Mt Satopanth. After a while, you will descend towards Sundar Glacier and walk on a moraine-rich terrain to reach Camp 1.
Camp 2 is at the altitude of 5760 M and is a technical climb. You will climb on altering ice and rock patches and gain a height of 660 M from Camp 2. To reach Camp 3, you will ascend an altitude of 6200 M and you will gain a height of 300 M from Camp 2. Camp 3 is the Summit camp of Mt. Satopanth Peak Expedition and you will require to use fixed ropes all the way up. The campsite is quite intriguing as it is on the top of a hanging glacier.
The night walk is essential as the ice is more stable and you need to cover most of the distance. You will begin your climb before or at midnight and this will be the true test of your resilience. You will ascend on the fixed ropes and push yourself up on rocks and boulders. When you reach the Satopanth peak, you will have panoramic views of the Garhwal Himalayas and Tibetan Plateau. All the hardship endured by you while climbing the sharp ridges and technical peaks will prove to be worthwhile once you have achieved this extraordinary feat.
As you begin the descent, you will cover the distance between Summit Camp to Gangotri in 5 days. Although you will walk down the familiar path, you need to be focused as the path isn’t easy. You will trek till Gangotri and drive to Uttarkashi by the 22nd day of this expedition.
Overnight In Expedition Tents
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 23 – Uttarkashi to Rishikesh
You will take a drive from Uttarkashi to Rishikesh and the views on the way are breathtaking and keep you engrossed on your way back. After reaching Rishikesh, you will go to a hotel booked in advance by Kahlur Adventures. This is your chance to traverse the yoga capital of India and you can visit popular tourist sites such as Laksman Jhula, Ram Jhula, etc.
Overnight at Rishikesh (Hotel)
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 24 – Rishikesh to Delhi
This day will begin early as you will drive from Rishikesh to Delhi. You will be accompanied by the representative of Kahlur Adventures. On reaching Delhi, you will check in a pre-booked hotel to get some much-deserved rest. You will get to celebrate your impressive achievement at a celebratory dinner along with the team of Kahlur Adventures and your fellow travellers.
Overnight at Delhi (Hotel)
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 25- Departure from Delhi
After having your breakfast, you will visit IMF once more for debriefing and you will get to share your valuable feedback. Then you will be driven to the airport by our airport representative to board your flight home. Kahlur Adventures will make sure to take care of every detail of your entire trek and we hope you will have the best experience on your excursion. You will say goodbye to Kahlur Adventures, the best adventure travel company in India and we hope to plan to see you soon on your next expedition.
Meal: Breakfast only
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Uttarkashi – Uttarkashi 19 Nights – 20 Days
26 May – 14 June 2024
19 September – 08 October 2024
09 October – 28 October 2024
(Delhi To Delhi 24 Nights 25 days)
24 May – 17 June 2024
17 September – 11 October 2024
07 October – 31 October 2024
Price Does Includes
Price Does Not Includes
From Dehradun you get share taxi to Uttarkashi
When you have firmly decided to undertake the Tour with Kahlur Adventures, you will need to book the trip with us. We must allocate enough time to prepare, obtain necessary documents and permits, and book hotels and Transport for the trip.
25% advance during the time of booking for confirmation
50% Amount one month prior of arrival in India
25% Amount to be one week prior of arrival in India
• If the cancellation is made 30 days before the tour starts, 25% of the full payment will be deducted and 75% will be refunded.
• If the cancellation is made 20 days before the tour start, 35% of the full payment will be deducted and 70% will be refunded
• If the cancellation is made 07 days before the tour start, 80% will be deducted and 20% will be refunded.
• No refund is made if the trip is cancelled after the departure for Expedition.
• No refund is made during the running tour.
• The cost of travel permit or any other documentation charges will not be refundable
Note: Kahlur Adventures do all the ground operations in advance (As soon as we received the confirmation request from the guest). We pay advance payment to all our vendors to ensure all the services that we promise with the guest.
