6543M
Technical climb
Expedition
India/Uttarakhand
May – June – September
– October
06 max
Delhi – Delhi 24 Nights -25 Days
12 May – 05 June 2025
08 Sep – 02 Oct 2025
| Name of the Expedition | Mount Shivling 5982M |
|---|---|
| Region | Gangotri/Uttarakhand |
| Expedition Grade | Technical |
| Trek Distance | 22 KM |
| Duration of Expedition | 16 Nights 17 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 - Tapovan (BC) - Summit Mt Shivling - Basecamp - Bhojbasa - Gangotri - Rishikesh - Delhi |
| Guides Services | Experienced climbing Sherpa |
Mount Shivling is a gigantic snow-white mountain standing proudly at Tapovan in Western Garhwal Himalaya. The sheer magnificence and unique beauty of Mount Shivling attract many mountaineers from all around the world every year. Due to its pyramid-like shape, Mt Shivling was once called an ‘Indian Matterhorn’. On this summit, the climbers reach an elevation of around 6543 M and it leaves the adventurous climbers spellbound with the striking views of the Gangotri glacier from the top. The Gangotri glacier is the source of the river Bhagirath. Kahlur Adventures organizes expeditions to Mount Shivling India so that all the climbers can go on a journey of a lifetime.
The expedition of Mount Shivling allows you to have a rush of adrenaline and dwell in your love for nature. On this expedition, you will be really close to the Nepal border and the trail connects this mountain peak with the temples of Gangotri, quaint mountain villages and unexplored trails of the Himalayas. Climbers with prior high altitude mountaineering experience will find Mount Shivling Expedition exciting yet manageable as it is safe compared to other high rise mountain peaks. Shivling Peak climbing expedition is perfect for climbers willing to you touch the mark of above 6000 M peak in India. Mt Shivling in Uttarakhand is surrounded by lush green meadows at its foothill and stands opposite the triple-peaked Bhagirathi massif.
Spiritually inclined individuals find themselves fascinated with Mount Shivling as it has been a haven for spiritual yogis for long term meditation in the lap of the Himalayas. From the very beginning of this trek, you will feel the positive appeal of this mountain and you will come across a variety of landscapes on your way up. You will get a taste of technical climbing in high altitude mountains with harsh weather conditions on the expedition to Mt Shivling. It is also a stepping stone for mountaineers who are preparing to climb 6000 M or above mountains in India or any other country. You face many challenges on this expedition and it is sure to test your resistance.
The climbers need to have certain skills to embark on the expedition to Mount Shivling. The technical climb requires you to have some knowledge of mountaineering equipment and only experienced climbers are eligible for this expedition. You need to have mountaineering certification or alternatively experience in high-altitude mountaineering under extreme weather conditions. You will be assisted by the experience and professional trek leaders and tour guides of Kahlur Adventures on the expedition to Mount Shivling. We have a team of climbers who have been traversing the Himalayas and have gained all the knowledge required about mountaineering and that is why Kahlur Adventures is the best Mountain climbing expedition company in India.
Government Employees Special Casual Leave (SCL) for Trekking and Mountaineering
As a Government Employee, you can avail the benefit of Special Casual Leave when you join Kahlur Adventures on a trekking expedition of your choice. As per the rules of the Pay Commission, Special Casual Leave (SCL) can be availed for upto 30 days in a calendar year for mountaineering or trekking expeditions through a registered organization. As a registered travel and adventure company in the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) and the Ministry of Tourism, Kahlur Adventures is at your service with a team of highly efficient tour operators. Trekkers need to apply for leave at least 20 days prior to the departure date of the trek.
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– Gangotri – Bhojbasa | Trek Distance: 14 kms | Duration: 4-5 hours | Elevation: 4025M
Day 6– Bhojbasa – Gaumukh – Tapovan | Trek Distance: 08 kms | Duration: 3-4 hours | Elevation: 4460M
Day 7- 20- Base Camp – Camp1, Camp2 Summit Mt Shivling 6543M
Day 21– Tapovan to Bhojbasa
Day 22– Bhojbasa – Gangotri – Uttarkashi
Day 23– Uttarkashi – Rishikesh
Day 24– Rishikesh – Delhi
Day 25– Delhi IMF Debriefing – Departure
Welcome to Incredible India, the land of ancient history and culture. India has all the landscapes that are in nature. You will land in the capital of India, New Delhi. Kahlur Adventures’ airport representative will pick you up from the airport and take you to a hotel pre-booked for you. On this day, you can explore Delhi on your own and relish various cuisines and tourist spots. You will stay overnight at the hotel.
Overnight in The Hotel at Delhi
After breakfast, you will check out from the hotel and begin your drive to Rishikesh. The drive is 251 km long and you will be accompanied by Kahlur Adventures’ representative. On this 5 hours long journey, the views outside your window will keep changing as you leave Delhi behind and enter the state of Uttarakhand. Upon reaching Rishikesh, you can explore this holy town and visit various pilgrim sites that are quite beautiful. You can also taste local cuisines and will stay at a hotel for the night.
Overnight at Rishikesh
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
This day will begin early with a fulfilling breakfast. You will drive from Rishikesh to Uttarkashi today. The changing landscapes will keep you entertained on your 175 km drive. There are many temples and you can visit them all once you reach Uttarkashi. You have your meals with the backdrop of nature and stay overnight at a hotel booked in advance for you by Khalur Adventures.
Overnight at Uttarkashi (Hotel/Guest House)
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Post breakfast you can head to the Forest department in Uttarkashi and learn about the ways in which the biodiversity of Uttarakhand is preserved here. Kahlur Adventures’ trek leader will guide you through the formalities that need to be done before you begin the drive to Gangotri. You will pass through beautiful mountain peaks and upon reaching there you will be taken to a guest house for an overnight stay.
Overnight at Gangotri (Guest House)
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
This day will be really exciting as you will begin the first leg of the trek today on Mount Shivling Expedition. After breakfast, you will begin trekking towards Bhojbasa. On the way up, there will be a small halt at Chirbasa for lunch. After lunch, you will have to jump down some rough cut rocky path and the river Bhagirathi will be your companion here. You will cross lush green pine forest and chir forest and walk through many meadows. Once you reach Bhojbasa, you will settle in the tents and have your dinner under the open sky filled with glittering stars.
Overnight in The Expedition Tent
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
You will have your breakfast early in the morning and after that begin your trek to Gaumukh. The distance between Bhojbasa to Gaumukh is about 8 km and it will take the entire group 2 to 3 hours to reach there. On your way to Gumaukh, you will walk on a path filled with cracks and boulders, the aftermath of the tragedy that happened in the year 2013. Upon reaching Gaumukh, you will have your lunch packed by Kahlur Adventures and later head towards Tapovan, the location for the Base camp of Mt Shivling Summit. The path ahead is quite challenging due to frequently occurring landslides in this region. As you keep ascending, you will walk on the glacial path to reach the meadow of Tapovan. The entire pathway is adorned with wildflowers of the Himalayas adding to the already breathtaking art of nature. You may also come across many saints who live and meditate in the heavenly meadow of Tapovan. We will set up the camp alongside the water stream and after dinner, you will retire in your tent for the night.
Overnight in The Expedition Tent
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
The days ahead are going to be thrilling as you will be using all your mountaineering skills as you will ascend sharp edges, crevasses, moraines, and steep slopes. You also need to acclimatize as you are on a high elevation and your body needs to adjust itself according to your current environment. You will need to follow the instructions of Kahlur Adventures’ experience trek leaders for your safety and to accomplish the task of summiting Mt Shivling. You will have to set 2 base camps for the summit and the first base camp will give you a glimpse of Mount Shivling. To reach the first base camp, you will walk through narrow ridges and bouldered ramps. For the second base camp, you will be placing yourself on a glacial site. You will need to use an ice axe, jumars and crampons on your ascend towards the second base camp. On the day of Summit, you will begin trekking at 2 am and will reach the top before sunrise to soak in the brilliance of awe-inspiring views as the rays of the sun will spread on the nearby mountain ranges and upon the meadows of Tapovan. You will spend some time on the peak of Mount Shivling and feel a sense of pride that you have completed an unparalleled task in your life. After spending some time on the peak, you will start descending towards the Base Camp at Tapovan and stay there for the night.
Overnight in The Expedition Tent
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
You will wake up with the endearing sites of wildflowers that have surrounded the Base Camp at Tapovan in the Indian Himalayas. You will begin descending towards Bhojbasa. You will walk on the familiar paths with the backdrop of serene natural landscapes of snow-clad Himalayan mountain peaks. On reaching Bhojbasa, you will help us set up the campsite and spend the night in your tent. You will have your dinner with the background music of the river Bhagirath.
Overnight in The Expedition Tent
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
This day is going to be really eventful and you will begin with an early morning breakfast and after that, you will walk towards Gangotri and it will take you 4 to 5 hours. Once you reach Gangotri, you will begin the drive from Uttarkashi to Gangotri with scenic views to keep your company. When you reach Gangotri, you will check in a hotel booked in advance by Kahlur Adventures so you can take some much-deserved rest in the mountains of India.
Overnight in The Guest House
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
After a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel, You will leave for Rishikesh. On reaching your destination for the day, Rishikesh, you are free to explore the city at your own pace.
Overnight in Hotel at Rishikesh
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Today you will leave behind Rishikesh and drive to Delhi after breakfast. You will hop on a luxurious Volvo bus to Delhi and after you reach there, Kahlur Adventures’ representative will take you to a pre-booked hotel for an overnight stay. You will have a celebratory dinner with your fellow climbers and the team of Kahlur Adventures.
Overnight at Rishikesh (Hotel)
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
On your last day in Delhi on the Mount Shivling expedition, you will have your breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Later our airport representative will see you at the airport so you can board your flight home. Kahlur Adventures make sure that our clients have the most amazing time on their excursions with us and we take care of every minute detail to make your travel safe and joyous. We hope to see you soon on your next adventure.
Meal: Breakfast only
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08 Sep – 02 Oct 2025
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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
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