16N/17D Black Peak Expedition

• You will be picked up from Dehradun Railway Station or Bus stand. 
• Hop on the vehicle and drive to Sankri. 
• Enjoy breakfast at Kempty Falls, a famous picnic spot.
• En route, you will pass through Dehradun, Mussoorie, Nainbagh, Damta, Newman, Purola, Mori, and Netwar. 
• Sankri is in Govind Wildlife Sanctuary of Uttarkashi district. 
• Reach Sankri, enjoy the picturesque views and the invigorating climate, and spend a relaxed night.

• This day is reserved for the briefing of your adventure that lies ahead. 
• Get ready for the expedition, as our professional leader will brief you and share all the necessary details.
• Complete the necessary documentation, after which you can rest or go on a short hike.

• Enjoy breakfast at Sankri and then reach Taluka by taxi. 
• It is an 11 km drive from Sankri. 
• Upon reaching Taluka, start the trek towards Osla. 
• Pass through dense forests with an abundance of walnut trees. On your way, enjoy breathtaking views of Himalayan villages. 
• After a gradual ascent, reach Osla, the village famous for its culture. 
• There is a temple of Duryodhana that the villagers worship. 
• Experience the unique beauty and culture of this quaint place. 
• Overnight stay in Osla.

• Wake up early in the morning and leave for Ruinsara Lake after breakfast.
• The lake is considered sacred by the villagers.
• Spend a relaxed night here.

• Wake up to the beautiful views at Ruinsara Lake and head towards Kyarkoti (Base Camp). 
• From here, you can see the Black Peak.
• Set up your tents and settle for the day here.

• As a part of the acclimatisation routine, a method called load ferry from Base camp to the Advance Base Camp (ABC) will be carried out on this day. 
• ABC is at the front of Black Peak and next to Bandarpunch Glacier.
• Load ferry is a method of making rounds between campsites to better adapt to conditions. 
• It also gives the body enough time to adapt and hone your skills on the challenging course.
• Overnight stay at Base Camp after a round load ferry trip.

• Go the same path you followed the last day from Base Camp to Advance Base Camp. 
• This is a moderate ascent and moraine walk.

• This day will be spent in Load Ferry from ABC to Camp 1, embracing the clear sights of Black Peak. 
• After setting up Camp 1, get back to ABC.

• Follow the same path you followed the last day and ascend from ABC to Camp 1.
• This is a difficult ascent that comprises a mixed walk of moraine and glacier.

• The ascent is steep, and the altitude of Summit Camp is 5500 metres. 
• You will be able to witness the Dhumdhar Kandi pass on your left side while trekking.
• It will take approximately 3 hrs to reach the campsite.
• After setting up the tents, retire early.

• Start early after midnight after analysing the weather and trail conditions. 
• The ice remains hard in the morning, so walking on it becomes easier.
• Kala Nag, or Black Peak, is located at a height of 6387 metres, and it is a steep ascent.
• Make use of your equipment to reach the top. 
• Finally, reaching the top will give you an unimaginable feeling of accomplishment. 
• After spending some time there, descent to Summit camp.

• If the summit attempt on day 11 was successful, enjoy some well-deserved ‘Buffer Days’ in nature, allowing your muscles and limbs to rest before the descent.
• Explore the nearby area or spend a day just relaxing and catching up on your reading, maybe.
• If you did not manage to complete the summit on day 11, then these buffer days will give you ample opportunity to make a few more attempts for the summit.

• After a successful climb, descent from Summit camp to Base camp. 
• Enjoy some well-deserved rest.

• Descent from Base Camp to Osla village, where you halted on Day 2. 
• Spend some time and soak in the beauty of this town.
• Overnight stay in Osla.

• Bid adieu to this quaint village and start the descent to Taluka. 
• Reach Taluka and take a small break. The trek ends here.
• Enjoy the drive from Taluka to Sankri.

• On the last day of this adventurous trip, leave Sankri early to reach Dehradun by evening.

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• If you wish to cancel before receiving a confirmation, you will receive 100% refund. 

• Full Refund– If cancelled before 7 days of scheduled date.
• No Refund– If cancelled within 7 days of scheduled date.
• If participants are unable to or refuse to go through with the experience at site, no refund will be applicable.

• 100% at the time of booking. 

Rescheduling is subject to availability.

Once the cancellation window ends, rescheduling cannot be done.

Each booking allows for a maximum of two rescheduling opportunities. After which, no further changes can be made to the booking.

Any price differences resulting from rescheduling, such as changes in seasonal rates or availability, will be applicable and will be communicated to the customer during the rescheduling process.

In the event that a customer requests a rescheduling but fails to attend the newly scheduled appointment, it will be considered a missed appointment, and our standard cancellation policy will apply

• The best time to go for Black Peak Expedition is from May to October. This trail passes through Govind National Park which will expose you to the various flora and fauna and will get to witness peaks like Swargarohini, Bhagirathi Massif, Bandarpunch, Gangotri range of mountains.

• The starting point for this trek is Dehradun. You can reach here directly by train or by flight. Jolly grant airport is the nearest airport situated in Dehradun. You can also take a bus to reach Dehradun.

•  The maximum altitude of this trek is 20,954 ft.

• Please read the “What to carry” section on the product details page.  

• The difficulty level for this trek is moderate. The highest altitude is 16,200 ft. The total distance is 60 kms. If you are someone who does not work out regularly, it is advisable to start working out at least a month before the trek to avoid any discomfort. If you are able to Jog 5 kms in 30 minutes, your stamina is good to go. You can prepare yourself by running and doing cardio exercises.  

• This is a moderate to difficult trek and will require physical strength. It is recommended to get physically fit is to start working out at least a month before the trek.  
• To gain stamina, you can try Cardio and running along with stretching every day to strengthen your muscles and work on your flexibility. 
• A If you are able to Jog 5 kms in 30 minutes, your stamina is good to go. 

• The total trek distance is 60 kms and the time it will take you to complete the same is 7-8  hours a day. 

• In case you are sick and not able to complete the trek, you will be sent down to the base camp depending on the circumstances. Kindly note that a refund or reschedule for the same is not applicable. Any extra expenses incurred during this transfer will be borne by the traveler.

• Full Refund– If cancelled before 7 days of scheduled date.
• No Refund– If cancelled within 7 days of scheduled date.
• If participants are unable to or refuse to go through with the experience at site, no refund will be applicable.

• The payment policy is 100% at the time of booking. 

• Refunds are subjected to the cancellation policies. All refunds will be processed in 10 business days to the source account. 

• In case of extreme bad weather, government restriction or political disturbance, if any activity is cancelled then the operator will suggest the best possible alternative. However, a cash refund is not applicable. In case of a change in itinerary due to weather, any additional expenses will be borne by the traveler. 

• In case of any modification required you can contact us.

• In case of any query/complaint you can contact us.

Your adventure begins once you are picked up from Dehradun Railway Station or Bus stand. After this, drive to Sankri. Take a pit stop at Kempty Falls and enjoy a delicious breakfast at the famous picnic spot. Immerse yourself in the picturesque drive to Sankri as you pass through a scenic trail.

On the way, you will drive through Dehradun, Mussoorie, Nainbagh, Damta, Newman, Purola, Mori, and Netwar, some of Uttarakhand’s most popular tourist spots. Sankri is in Govind Wildlife Sanctuary of Uttarkashi district. You will spot multiple apple orchards and lush greenery all around.

Reach Sankri and soak in the beauty of the snow-clad mountains and the invigorating climate. Complete the day with a relaxing night at Sankri.

A difficult trek lies ahead, and hence, this day is reserved for briefing you on your adventure. Get ready for the expedition, as our professional leader will brief you about the route, the equipment, and all the necessary details about the trek. Complete the necessary documentation, after which you can rest or go on a short hike.

Enjoy breakfast at Sankri and then take a taxi to Taluka, an 11-km drive from Sankri. Upon reaching Taluka, assemble as per the tour guide’s instructions and start the trek towards Osla. 

The route towards Osla is majestic. Pass through dense forests with abundant walnut trees while enjoying breathtaking views of Himalayan villages. After a gradual ascent, you will reach Osla. The village is famous for its culture. There is a temple of Duryodhana that the villagers worship. Experience the unique culture at this quaint place. Call it a day with an overnight stay at Osla.

Wake up early in the morning, and after breakfast, leave for Ruinsara, one of the most

beautiful lakes in Uttarakhand. The lake is considered sacred by the villagers. Spend some time soaking in the calming beauty of the place. Finally, spend a relaxed night here.

Wake up to the beautiful views at Ruinsara Lake and head towards Kyarkoti (Base Camp). From here, you can see the Black Peak. Kyarkoti is a meadow in the lap of mountains and rough terrain. The first view of the Black Peak sets the mood of the adventurers. Set up your tents and settle for the day here.

As part of the acclimatisation routine, a method called a load ferry from Base Camp to the Advance Base Camp (ABC) will be carried out on this day. ABC is at the front of Black Peak and next to Bandarpunch Glacier.

Load ferry is a method of making rounds between campsites to better adapt to conditions. This process is also used to move some of the luggage between the two points to distribute the weight across expedition days to make the climb easier. It also gives the body enough time to adapt and hone your skills on the challenging course. Finally, after an exhausting day, overnight stay at Base Camp, dreaming of the upcoming adventure.

Wake up early, as the seventh day marks the beginning of preparing for the main adventure. Follow the same path you followed yesterday from Base Camp to Advance Base Camp. This is a moderate ascent and moraine walk.

This day will be spent in Load Ferry from ABC to Camp 1, embracing the clear sights of Black Peak. After setting up Camp 1, get back to ABC.

Follow the same path you followed the last day and ascend from ABC to Camp 1. This is a difficult ascent that comprises a mixed walk of moraine and glacier.

This trek is a pretty difficult one. The ascent is steep, and the altitude of Summit Camp is 5500 metres. You will be able to witness the majestic Dhumdhar Kandi pass on the left side while trekking. After around 3 hours, you will reach the campsite. Set up the tents and, after dinner, retire early.

This is the day you have been waiting for since day 1. After analysing the weather and trail conditions, start early after midnight. In the morning, the ice remains tough and hard, so walking on it becomes easier.

Kala Nag, or Black Peak, is located at a height of 6387 metres, and it is a steep ascent. Use

your equipment and the techniques taught by your guide to reach the top. Finally, reaching the top will give you an adrenaline rush and a feeling of accomplishment that can never be described in words. After spending some time there, descent to Summit camp.

If you are lucky and the summit attempt on day 11 was successful, then enjoy some well-deserved ‘Buffer Days’ in nature. Allow your muscles and limbs to rest before undertaking the descent. Explore the nearby area or spend a day just relaxing, maybe catching up on your reading.

However, if you did not manage to complete the summit on day 11, then do not worry. These buffer days will give you ample opportunity to make a few more attempts for the summit.

After a successful climb, descent from Summit camp to Base camp. Enjoy some well-deserved rest.

Descent from Base Camp to Osla village, where you halted on Day 2. Spend some time soaking in the beauty of this town. Call it a day with an overnight stay in Osla.

Bid adieu to this quaint village and start the descent to Taluka. Reach Taluka and take a small break. The trek ends here at Taluka. Enjoy the drive from Taluka to Sankri.

On the last day of this adventurous trip, leave Sankri early to reach Dehradun by evening.