Mt. CB-13 Expedition (6264 M | 20551 Ft) itinerary
DAY 1: 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 and proceed to your hotel for check by our representative.
Later in the day visit Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) for clearance and briefing with Liaison Officer and IMF director. Overnight at Delhi
DAY 2: DELHI – MANALI (2050 M) BY: DRIVE 570KM/13HRS
Today we will depart for Manali which is around 570 Kms from Delhi, It will take approximately 12-13 Hrs time to reach Manali. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Depending on the group size, we may travel to Manali by Volvo bus which mostly departs from Delhi in the evening and reaches Manali the next morning, in that case, we will have an overnight journey by coach.
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
DAY 3: MANALI
After completing the paperwork in local administration offices of Manali you will visit Hadimba Devi temple (This temple was erected in 1553 and is dedicated to Goddess Hadimba. The temple has some intricate wooden carvings which depicts mythological characters and motifs of animals & cosmic dancers) Then Old Manali and Mall road (where you can go for shopping & Eating), Overnight stay in hotel at Manali.
Meal: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
DAY 4: MANALI – BATAL (4290 M) DRIVE 120 KMS
Morning after breakfast drive to Batal in Lahaul Valley A long journey in a rough road which will take approximately 7 hours. Upon arrival check in the homestay/Guest house. Overnight at Batal.
Meal:- Breakfast+ Lunch + Dinner
DAY 5: ACCLIMATIZATION DAY (A VISIT OF CHANDRATAAL LAKE 4300 M)
Acclimatization day to make our further journey smooth. We will go for an acclimatization walk till Chandrataal Lake. Back to Batal for an overnight stay.
Meal:- Breakfast+ Lunch + Dinner
DAY 6: BATAL – BASE CAMP (4400 M) TREK
Morning after breakfast trek to base camp of Mt. CB - 13. Upon arrival set up the camp for overnight stay.
Meal:- Breakfast+ Lunch + Dinner
DAY 7 – DAY 16: BASE CAMP – SUMMIT Mt. CB - 13 - BASE CAMP CLIMBING
Next 10 days for climbing, establish higher camps i.e. C1, C2 and attempt Mt. CB -13 and come back to base camp.
Meals:- All meals with high altitude food/meal
DAY 17: BASE CAMP – BATAL TREK
Morning after relaxed breakfast pack your back and trek back to Batal. Overnight stay in tents at Batal.
Meal:- Breakfast+ Lunch + Dinner
DAY 18: BATAL – MANALI DRIVE 120 KMS
Morning after breakfast drive back to Manali. Arrive Manali and check-in at hotel for an overnight stay.
Meal:- Breakfast+ Lunch + Dinner
DAY 19: MANALI – CHANDIGARH – DELHI DERIVE 570 KMS
After breakfast drive to Delhi. Depending on the group size, we may travel to Delhi by Volvo bus . Upon arrival in Delhi check-in the hotel for the overnight stay.
Meal:- Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
DAY 20: DEPART DELHI
Morning after breakfast Visit IMF for de-briefing and soon after transfer to the International airport to board flight for onward destination.
Meal: - Breakfast
Tour Highlight
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Visit of Old Manali and Hadimba Temple
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Drive from Kullu Valley and Lahul Valley via Atal Tunnel
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A visit of Chandartal Lake 4300 M
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Camping, Trekking and Climbing in Chandrabhaga Range of Lahul Valley
Price Includes:
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Booking of Mt. CB - 13, Climbing permit, Expedition fee to Indian Mountaineering Foundation
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Accommodation on twin/double room (sharing) in hotels at Delhi and Manali as per program.
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All transportation by tourist vehicle as per the program.
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Liaison officer fees, Accommodation, Transportation and Meals (Delhi to Delhi).
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All meals as per above mentioned program including high altitude food/meal
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Accommodation in tent during approach march and at Base Camp i.e. one tent for 2 person.
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Services of climbing guide and high altitude sherpas for route opening, rope fixing and establishing high camps during the expedition.
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Services of Shikhar Travels Sardar (base camp Manger), Cook and Kitchen helper till and at base camp
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Use of Satellite phone for emergency use (subject to availability)
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All necessary kitchen and camping equipment till base camp
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We will provide all meals to guests, all staff and Liaison officer during the expedition.
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Transportation of members luggage maximum 40 Kgs per person road head to base Camp and base camp to road head by porters/pony.
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All necessary common climbing equipment i.e, Fix rope, Climbing rope, High altitude tent, Carabiner, Snow bar, Ice piton, High altitude Gas Cartage etc.
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First aid kit with Oxygen Cylinder
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All currently applicable taxes including GST of 5%
Price Doesn't Include
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Personal clothing and gears required for climbing (Personal Climbing equipment)
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Any kind of insurance.
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Personal expenses such as table drinks, rooms services items, laundry, telephone calls at hotels or tips etc.
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Personal high altitude porter
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Any additional expenses caused by or liability for a disturbance in the trip program due to our circumstances, weather conditions, sickness, natural disasters, riots etc.
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Any other service or item which is not mentioned as “Price Includes”
