Expedition Overview
Mount Nanda Devi peak is the highest mountain in the Indian Garhwal Himalaya. Viewed from any angle, the twin peaks of Nanda Devi – Main summit 7816M (25,600ft) and Nanda Devi East 7434M (24,400ft) rise majestically from the center of a ring of peaks that makes up the Nanda Devi Sanctuary. Mt. Nanda Devi peak is also one of the most difficult mountains in the world to reach. No wonder Nanda Devi, Meaning the bliss-giving Goddess, is worshiped locally; the peak is steeped in legend and romance.
Permission to climb the Nanda Devi in the inner Sanctuary has never been easy to get. After the mid-1960 when an attempt was made to install a listening device on the summit for monitoring Chinese nuclear activity on the Tibet side.
There was a short period after 1979 when the sanctuary was opened to international climbers. After that, a no of new routes was open to climb Nanda Devi peaks. Some local shepherds also forged an alternative route into the inner sanctuary, however, all this put pressure and as a result the Govt. decided to close it to mountaineers (Indian as well as International).
List of the peak in the Nanda Devi Sanctuary: The Nanda Devi Sanctuary has a no of a ridge known as the Sanctuary wall, which also encloses the inner Sanctuary part. There are so many peaks standing on these walls.
- Mount Latu Dhura 6393M (21,000ft)
- Mount Deo Damla 6620M (21,700ft)
- Mount Mangroan 6568M (21,500ft)
- Mount Rishi Pahar 6992M (22,900ft)
- Mount Kalanka 6991M (22,900ft)
- Mount Changabang 6864M (22,500ft)
- Mount Duna Giri 7066M (23,000ft)
- Mount Bethartoli Himal 6352M (20,800ft)
- Mount Bethartoli South 6318M (20,700ft)
At present no Indian or International climbers are allowed to climb Mount Nanda Devi peak, but peaks on the Sanctuary walls can be climbed from ‘outside the Sanctuary. It allows the climbers to attempt Nanda Devi East. , Mount Changabang, Mount Kalanka, Mount Trishul and Mount Maiktoli. You can climb many of the peaks surrounding the Nanda Devi Sanctuary, only the main peak Mount Nanda Devi not allowed to climb. To climb any of these peaks in the area you need to get a permit from the Indian Mountaineering Foundation, and a liaison officer must your expedition to the base camp and possibly remain with you until you have completed your climb. An agency, such as Kahlur Adventures, can secure climbing permits and provide other logistic support to summit the peak safely and successfully.
Day 1 – Arrive Delhi | Elevation: 300M
Day 2 – Expedition briefing at Indian Mountaineering Foundation
Day 3 – Delhi – Kathgodam | Distance: 302 kms | Duration: 6 – 7 hours | Elevation: 554M
Day 3 – Kathgodam – Munsiyari | Distance: 285 Kms | Duration: 9 – 10 hours | Elevation: 2200M
Day 4 – Munsiyari – Lilam | Trek: 7 kms | Duration: 3 – 4 hours | Elevation: 1850M
Day 5 – Lilam – Bogudiar | Trek Distance: 12 kms | Duration: 7 – 8 hours | Elevation: 2609M
Day 6 – Bogudiar – Railkot | Trek Distance: 12 kms | Duration: 7 – 8 hours | Elevation: 3130M
Day 7 – Railkot – Martoli| Trek Distance: 13 kms | Duration: 7 – 8 hours | Elevation: 3300M
Day 8 – Martoli – Lawan | Trek Distance: 6 kms | Duration: 4 – 5 hours | Elevation: 3650M
Day 9 – Lawan – Nasanpati | Trek Distance: 8 kms | Duration: 5 – 6 hours | Elevation: 3990M
Day 10 – Trek to Nanda Devi east basecamp | Trek Distance: 7 kms | Duration: 4 – 5 hours | Elevation: 3990M
Day 11 to Day 27 – Basecamp – Camp 1,2,3 – Summit Nanda Devi East – Basecamp
Day 28 to Day 30 – Next two days for Basecamp to road head trek
Day 31 – Bogudiar to Munsiyari
Day 32 – Munsiyari – Almora
Day 33 – Almora – to Delhi via (Kathgodam)
Day 34 – Expedition Debriefing at Indian Mountaineering Foundation
Day 35 – Departure
DETAILS ITINERARY OF MOUNT NANDA DEVI EAST EXPEDITION :
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How to reach Nanda Devi Sanctuary ?
Delhi – Rishikesh – Joshimath – and Lata village then it takes 05 days trek to reach the basecamp.
When to Climb Mount Nanda Devi East ? Pre-monsoon period (Mid May, end-June) or the post-monsoon period (early September, end October) are the best time to climb the Nanda Devi East peak.
Gear required to climb Mount Nanda Devi East ? Nanda Devi East is a technical peak it required full expedition gear as well as good previous climbing experience. Your local team (Kahlur Adventures India) will look after all the technical gear that is required for the summit attempt of Nanda Devi East.
Rescue and Insurance ? Rescue helicopters are arranged by the Indian Army or Air Force. Prior arrangements for such as eventuality must be made with the (Indian Mountaineering Foundation). International climbers also have to get a bond guarantee from their embassy. In case of emergency, you, your local operator must inform at Joshimath or the nearest police station.
Payment & Cancellation Policy:
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.