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Black Peak Expedition

Kalanag, Sankari Range, Uttarakhand
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Duration

16 days

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

12 people

Languages

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Overview

Dates:
   9 September 2023 – 01 slot available
24 September 2023 – 04 slots available
Black Peak or Kalanag is situated at an altitude of 6,387 m above sea level. It is a well-known expedition among peak climbers. Black peak is the highest peak in the Saraswati mountain range in the Garhwal Himalayas. In local dialect, Black peak means Kalanag, it looks like a Black Cobra. Black peak creates a massif with Bandarpoonch peaks. The Bandarpoonch family is clearly visible from the top.
Black Peak Expedition has become the most preferred expedition today. Climbing the black peak is everyone’s dream. The black peak was first summited in 1955 by Jack Gibson and students of the famous Doon School, Dehradun.

It is the most dominating peak of the entire Bandarpoonch massif. Providing a gradual climb from the Southern side eventually leading to a very steep summit climb with a near 70-degree incline and a 75 feet ice wall, the climb to the summit of Black Peak is challenging and technical. Prior high altitude trekking experience and knowledge of mountaineering techniques roping up, jumaring, ice axe, ascending, and descending is mandatory.

The route to the summit of Black Peak is crevassed and requires careful negotiations. Beyond the summit camp at 5500 meters, the route to its summit is very steep and requires good stamina, endurance, and technical skills. The course is exhilarating, with numerous obstacles along the way.  The summit is attempted through a vertical ice wall of 80 degrees, an extremely technical and challenging part of the expedition. It is the trickiest part where one has to be super conscious while ascending or descending.

There are multiple entries and exit points to the base camp of the black peak expedition trek. One is by the Dhumdhar Kandi Pass, while the other is via the Bali Pass. However, the Har Ki Dun River from Sankri is the easier route. The weather is not predicted and can change anytime but usually, the Nights are cold and the day temperature is pleasant according to the season.

Sankri: The Base Village

Sankri 6400 feet is the base village, which is situated in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand state. Sankri is the center of more than a dozen treks and expeditions. This place is culturally rich with wooden architecture and a majestic view of the Himalayas. Sankri does not have a tower for mobile connectivity so make important calls before you arrive here. Sankri features a few shops for necessities as well as Dhaba/restaurants. There are a few shops that sell and rent equipment like trekking poles, trekking shoes, jackets, and trek pants, and woolen accessories like gloves and caps, and shades. But availability is limited. You can also find an adventure center for Skiing and a zip line.

How to Reach for Black Peak Expedition

The Garhwal region of Uttarakhand is a well-known adventure destination due to its gorgeous landscapes and terrains that are ideal for trekking and climbing.
Thrill-seekers from all over the world visit Garhwal Himalayas to take a plunge into the world of adventure and experience tranquility and solace here. Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand and well connected through Air, Rail, and Road to the major cities of India.

Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun is the nearest airport, which is well connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Hyderabad. One can hire a taxi directly from Dehradun airport.

Nearest Railway Station: Dehradun railway station is well connected to major stations of India.

By Road: From Dehradun, one can hire a cab to reach Sankri or we can help to pre-arrange it for you. It takes about 9-10 hours to reach Sankri.

Highlights/Facts

Region: Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand
Route: via the traditional route
Total Duration: 16 Days + 2 buffer days
Altitude: 6,387 m | 20,960ft
Grade: Moderate+
Best Time: May-June, Sept & Early October
Trip Begins/Ends: Dehradun.

Documents Required for Black Peak

– Valid Govt. ID (Aadhar Card/Passport)
– Adventure Insurance (Up to 10 lakh), Passport Size Photo
– Medical Fitness Certificate by registered medical practitioner min. MBBS
– Previous Experience up to 52000m like Friendship Peak, Rudragaira Peak, Kang yatse, Mentok Kangri, Yunam Peak, Kanamo Peak.
– Basic or Advance Mountaineering Course from a registered mountaineering institute under IMF.

– Passport, Valid Visa, IMF Fees, Peak Booking, LO Fees for foreign nationals.

 

For Any Query What’s App/Call +91 73800 87934, +91 98882 25834, +91 99882 44176.

Highlights

  • Region: Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand
  • Route: via traditional route
  • Total Duration: 15 Days
  • Altitude: 6387 m | 20960ft
  • Grade: Challenging
  • Best Time: May-June, Sept-Oct
  • Trip Begin/Ends: Dehradun

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Dehradun and transfer to Taluka | 1906m

Day 2: Taluka to Osla | 2560m

Day 3: Osla to Ruinsara | 3500m

Day 4: Ruinsara to Kyarkoti/Base Camp | 3900m

Day 5: Base Camp to Advance Base Camp | (4-5 hr) 4600m

Day 6: Load Ferry to Camp 1 Alt. 5100m

Day 7: Setup Camp 1, stay there

Day 8: Load Ferry to Summit Camp Alt. 5500 m

Day 9: Establish Black Peak Expedition Summit Camp at 5500m

Day 10: Summit Day | 6387m

Day 11: Reserve Day for Summit

Day 12: Trek to Base Camp

Day 13: Base Camp to Osla | 2560m

Day 14: Osla to Taluka, Taluka to Dehradun

Day 15: Buffer Day

Included/Excluded

  • IMF permit & fees
  • Forest & Wildlife, Camping permit & fees for Indian Nationals
  • Accommodation
  • - Sankri Home Stay
  • - Rest all days in camps during expedition
  • Meals
  • - All meals during trek itinerary
  • - starting from day 1 dinner to last day pack lunch
  • - high altitude pack foods above to Advance Base Camp
  • Transportation
  • - Dehradun to Sankri and return
  • - 4x4 Jeep Transfer Sankri to Taluka and return
  • Expert Leader, guide
  • Mountain Staff: Cook, Helpers, Porters, Mules & other support staff
  • High Altitude Camping Equipment: Tents, Sleeping Bags, Mattress, Kitchen & Dining Utensils, Toilet tents etc. as required
  • All meals up to and high camps
  • Mountain Medical Kit with portable oxygen cylinder
  • Technical equipment: Ropes, Sling, Helmet, Ice Axe, Harness, Jumar, Pitons, Crampons, Mountaineering Boots, Carabiners, Descender, Anchors, Shovels.
  • Porterage of all the equipment/ supplies to & from Base Camp.
  • 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/GST.

Tour's Location

Kalanag, Sankari Range, Uttarakhand

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