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Mount Satopanth Expedition

Gangotri, Uttarakhand, India
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Duration

21 days

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

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Overview

Mount Satopanth is the second highest mountain in the Gangotri group of peaks in Garhwal Himalayas. 7075  meter high Satopanth peak, which in local dialect means “True Path”. Mount Satopanth Expedition is quite a challenging expedition. The route includes a complex glacier approach, high angled snow slopes, and a technical knife-edge ridge, before the final section to the summit. Base Camp is Vasuki Tal, which is situated at an altitude of 4800m.

Mount Satopanth Expedition is meant only for aspiring mountaineers with prior knowledge of the use of ice axes, crampons, roping up procedures and jumar climbing. The extremely unpredictable weather conditions and a challenging terrain encountered while undertaking this expedition demands the participant to be extremely physically fit with a high level of mental endurance.

Mt. Satopanth Expedition is known as a preparatory expedition for Indian mountaineers who wish to climb 8000M+ peaks and Mt. Everest. This expedition perfectly transitions a mountaineer from trekking to peaks to climbing summits. The famous ‘knife ridge’ at 6500 meters takes a lot to traverse.

Mount Satopanth was first climbed successfully by a Swiss expedition in 1947, 15 days prior to the Indian independence, the team was led by Andre Roch.

 

How to Reach for Mount Satopanth Expedition

Gangotri is the base village and trek starting point. Gangotri is 250km from Dehradun and 265 km from Rishikesh. Dehradun is well connected to all major cities of the country. Gangotri is spiritual place for Hindus and offers amazing trekking & mountaineering expeditions.

Nearest Airport: Joly Grant Airport, Dehradun is the nearest airport. Which is 20km from Rishikesh.

Nearest Railway Station: Rishikesh junction is the closest railway station.

Road Connectivity: Rishikesh is well connected with national capital Delhi through highway. Delhi is 251km from Rishikesh, 275 km from Dehradun. Booking a cab to reach Rishikesh/Dehradun or overnight Volvo bus is the most convenient mode of travel to reach here from Delhi. You can take a shared cab to Uttarkashi.

 

Mandatory Documents for Mount Satopanth Expedition

– Basic Mountaineering Course or Advance Mountaineering Course from any registered mountaineering institute under IMF
– Valid Govt. ID  (Aadhar Card/Passport/Driver’s License), Visa for foreign nationals
– Mandatory Insurance (Min. Upto 5 lakh), Passport Size Photo
– Medical Certificate by registered medical practitioner min. MBBS
– Previous Experience up to 6000m like Mt. Deo Tibba, Black Peak, Kang Yatse 2, Bhagirathi Peak optional.

 

FOLLOW COVID-19 PROTOCOL AS PER ADVISORY

– Wear Mask
– Maintain Social Distance
– Vaccination
– Wash Your Hands & Carry Sanitizer
– If you feel anything bad inform Leader/Guide or visit nearby hospital or doctor.
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Highlights

  • Region: Gangotri | Garhwal Himalayas
  • Total Duration: 21 Days
  • Altitude: 7,075 m
  • Grade: Semi-Technical/Challenging
  • Best Time: May-June-Aug-Sept
  • Trip Begin/End: Uttarkashi
  • Network: Upto Gangotri | Jio, BSNL & Airtel
  • ATM: Uttarkashi
  • Base Camp: Vasuki Tal | 4800 m
  • Summit Camp: 6200m
  • Road Head: Gangotri

Itinerary

Day 1: Uttarkashi to Gangotri

Altitude: 3100 m | Gangotri
* Briefing/orientation about Expedition, check list
* Shop/Rent essentials at Uttarkashi
* Drive 100 km | 3-4 hours.
* Rest for the left time.

Day 2: Gangotri to Bhojwasa

* Altitude: 3792m
* Visit to Gangotri Temple
* Breakfast and packed lunch
* Trek 14 km, 5-6 hours
* Easy gradient, few water points enroute
* Establish camps, relax
* Dinner & stay

Day 3:Bhojwasa to Nandan Van via Gaumukh

* Altitude: 4500m
* Breakfast and packed lunch
* Trek 10 km, 6-7 hours
* Few water points enroute
* Visit Gaumukh on the way
* Be careful on moraines, rocky trail further to Gaumukh
* Dinner & stay

Day 4: Nandan Van to Vasuki Tal BC

* Altitude: 4880m | Vasuki Tal | Base Camp
* Breakfast & packed lunch
* Trek 6 km, 6-7 hours
* Few water points
* Dinner & stay

Day-5- Rest Day

* Day at leisure
* Acclimatization Walk nearby
* Session about technical equipment and gears

Note: Sleeping in tents during daytime strictly not advisable

Day 6 to 16: Base Camp to ABC, Camp 1, Summit Camp, Summit

* During this period of time we will do the things on day to day basis.

* We advise to follow leader's instructions and acclimatize properly with rest.

* Every Participant must have 2 to 3 days as buffer.

Day 17: Base Camp closing

Day 18: Base Camp to Bhojwasa

Day 19: Bhojwasa to Gangotri

* Trek 14km | 5 hours
* Transfer to Uttarkashi | 100km, 3-4 hours

Spare 2-3 days as buffer other than 19 days

Included/Excluded

  • Fees & Permit - IMF permit & fees for Indian nationals
  • Camping permit & fees
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Gangotri Hotel/Guest House
  • Rest all days in camps during expedition
  • Meals
  • Dinner & Breakfast during Gangotri Stay
  • All meals during expedition and Packed meals at high camps
  • Transportation: Uttarkashi to Gangotri on day 1, to Uttarkashi on last day
  • Expert Lead Guide
  • Mountain Staff: Cook, Helper, Porters, HAP & other support staff
  • High Altitude Camping Equipment: Tents, Sleeping Bags, Mattress, Kitchen Utensils, etc as required
  • Mountain Medical Kit with portable oxygen cylinder
  • Technical equipment: Ropes, Sling, Helmet, Ice Axe, Harness, Jumar, Pitons, Crampons, Mountaineering Boots, Carabiners, Descender, Jumar, Anchors, Shovels.
  • Portage of all the equipment/ supplies to & from Base Camp.
  • Walkie-Talkie for team communication
  • & Fullpower Fun
  • Any services not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Any insurance, emergency evacuation or rescue charges, any cost of hospitalization.
  • Any change in itinerary, cost arises due to road blockage, natural calamity, sudden halt or any cost beyond our control to be borne by climber/you
  • Expenses personal in nature like mountain tips, mineral water, drinks, snacks/meals, refreshments not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Personal equipment porterage/off-loading; trekking gear, clothes, sleeping bag, climbing gear, climbing shoes, personal medical kit etc. Available on Extra cost, ask while bookings.
  • Insurance or liability for injury, death, accidents, or loss of property.
  • IMF Peak Booking Fee for foreign nationals (roughly USD 500 per person), and Mandatory Liaison Officer Fee for foreign expeditions (USD 500) as per IMF.
  • Taxes

Durations

18-22 days

Tour's Location

Gangotri, Uttarakhand, India

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