Mt. satopanth peak expedition |Climbing Tour in Garhwal Himalayas
Brief of Mount Satopanth:
Mount Satopanth is the second highest peak in the Gangotri group of mountains in Garhwal Himalaya of Uttrakhand state. The was ‘Satopanth’ is a combination of two words Sato and Panth– ‘Sato’ means truth, and ‘Panth’ means path. So factually it means a path of truth. It is one of the famous peaks in India which is very popular among climbers all over the worlds. This climb involves technique climbing of Ice and snow.
History of Climbing:
Satopanth is one the first choice for climbers in India since in 1979. The first successful expedition was held in 1947 by a Swiss team however First Indian expedition held in 1984. Since 1997 Satopanth become very popular among climbers and every year many climbers gather in the valley to attempted this year. We in Shikhar Travels have hosted around 50 expeditions to Mount Satopanth since 1979.
Expedition
The expedition involves around 25-30 days and need permission from various authorities like Indian mountaineering foundation, Uttrakhand forest department and local authorize of Gangotri nation park.
Mt. Satopanth serves as a preparatory expedition for many Indian mountaineers who wish to climb any 8000-meter peaks in the world. The best time to do this expedition is before the monsoon that is May to June and post-monsoon September to October every year.
Base Camp
Base camp of Satopanth is also known as Vasuki Tal. it has got a small lake, which makes this a perfect place to establish a base camp. It is at the altitude of 3950 meters. Climbers and the supporting team have to trek for 4 days from Gangotri before they reach base camp of Mount Satopanth.
High Climbing:
Climb after base camp it really very important as it involves walk our boulders, rock climb on some please, technical Ice climbing, angled slopes climb on snow and Glacier walk and climb
Weather in the valley is very unexpected which makes the climb very tough specially after camp two. Normally we have to establish 3 high camps i.e., Camp I, Camp II and Summit Camp. Normally this expedition demand rope fixing so we do have a team of Sherpa’s who open the route for rest of the team and establish the high camps. Guests need to carry their personal gears and ascend through Jammer.
View from the summit is amazing as you can view some of the popular peak of Garhwal like Mt. Shivling, Bhagirathi series, Mt. Thalay Sagar and whole Gangotri Valley.
Mt. Satopanth expedition (7075 M) itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Welcome to India- a country where hospitality is a way of life; to a culture steeped in tradition, a land where history lives in music and dance. You will be received at the airport in a traditional manner with garlands and proceed to your hotel.
Overnight at Delhi.
Day 02: Delhi – Rishikesh
Morning visit I.M.F. for briefing and clear all the formalities. Later in the day drive to Rishikesh, Upon arrival check-in the hotel for overnight stay.
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 03: Rishikesh – Uttarkashi
Morning after breakfast drive to Uttarkashi (175 Kms). Afternoon arrive Uttarkashi and check in at hotel for overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 04: Uttarkashi – Gangotri
Morning after breakfast completes all formalities for Expedition. Visit Forest Department, Nehru Institute of Mountaineering and Superintendent of Police Office.
Later in the day drive (100 kms) to reach Gangotri (3048 M) by in 4-5 hrs. Upon arrival check-in at the in at the Guest House for overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 05: Gangotri – Bhojbasa
Morning after breakfast start first day’s trek to Bhojbasa (3800 mt.) following the river Bhagirathi on right bank by covering approx. 14 kms in 4-5 hrs. Trek is full of fascinating Himalayan sights and you can have beautiful views of snowcapped peaks around. Upon arrival at Bhojbasa, set up camp for overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
DAY 06: Bhojbasa – Gaumukh (3892M) – Nandanvan (4340M)
Today we gradually walk up to the Gaumukh – “The source of River Ganges” a beautiful walk with views of Mt. Shivling (6543 mt) and the Mt Bhagirathi (6856). Further proceed to little high towards to Nandanvan. Across the Gangotri glacier, cutting across the glacial moraine, you shall reach the spacious alpine meadow of Nandan Van, at the juncture of Chatrungi Glacier and Gangotri Glacier and the base of Baghirathi I (6856 Mts.), II (6512 Mts.) and III (6454 Mts.). You should also have views of Mt. Kedar Dome (6831 Mts.), Karcha Kund (6617 Mts.), Kedarnath (6940 Mts.) & Mt. Meru (6672 Mts.) across the Gangotri Glacier.
Overnight in Tents.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 07: Nandanvan – Base Camp
Morning after breakfast start trek (10 kms / 4 -5 hrs) to reach Khara Pathar base camp (4500mt). Arrive and set the base camp for overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 08 to 21: Base Camp – Summit – Base Camp
Next 14 for acclimatization, Establish Higher camp and Attempt the Peak Satopanth and return to Base camp.
Meals: All Meals including High altitude food
Day 22: Base Camp – Bhojbasa
Trek to Bhojbasa. Arrive and set up camp for overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 23: Bhojbasa – Gangotri – Uttarkashi
Morning after breakfast trak down to Gangotri and drive to Uttarkashi. Check-in at hotel for overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 24: Uttarkashi – Rishikesh
Morning after breakfast drive back to Rishikesh. Upon arrival check-in the hotel for the overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 25: Rishikesh – Delhi
Morning after breakfast drive to Delhi and upon arrival check-in the hotel for overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 26: Depart Delhi
Morning after breakfast visit to IMF for debriefing. Rest of the day free for independent activity. Later transfer to International airport to board flight for onward destination.
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