Bandarpunch peak
Overview
Duration : 17 Day
Start Point : Dehradun
End Point : Dehradun
Highest Altitude: 20722 Ft.
Approx Trekking : 18 Kms
Grade : Difficult
Description
The summit offers magnificent views of the surrounding peaks like Kalanag, Swargarohini, Satopanth, Sudarshan Parvat, Jogin, Gangotri range and many more. The trail takes you across the Bandarpunch glacier which is the source of Yamuna river. The standard route for the summit is the south-eastern route and we will follow the same. Bandarpoonch Peak expedition is for those looking to push their limits and conquer one of the most beautiful peaks in the Garhwal Himalayan. Stay on this page for more information on the Bandarpunch Peak Expedition.
Itinerary
Our vehicles will receive you from Dehradun ISBT and drive you to Uttarkashi which will take approximately 7-8 hours. You will be accommodated in a hotel/guesthouse. There will be an introduction and briefing session. We will also check and prepare our technical equipment required for the expedition. Have dinner and retire for the night.
We start early and drive to Sukhi Village which is the start point of the trek. The village has only a handful of houses and many apple orchards. The trail from Sukhi village is a steep uphill to Khagi Pass followed by a steep descent to Forest Camp. We camp here for the night. Have dinner and retire for the night.
Today's trek is a long one to the Base Camp from the Forest Camp with a descend to the confluence of Son Gad and Chaiyaan Gad rivers and continue to follow the Chaiyaan Gad river till you reach the base camp. The trail takes you through dense forests and meadows eventually going past the tree line to reach the base of Chaiyaan Glacier which will be our campsite for the day. We step-up camps here. Have dinner and retire for the night.
Today will be a rest day at Base Camp. We will take a short walk uphill and return to the camp. This will allow your body to acclimatize. We will also sort out our equipment required for the expedition. Retire for the night.
Today we will load ferry from Base Camp to Camp 1 and return back to Base Camp. We will rest for the night here.
A day to rest and acclimatize at Base Camp.
Today we will move forward to Camp 1 from Base Camp. We will spend the night here. Overnight in tents.
Today we will load ferry from Camp 1 to Summit Camp and return to Camp 1 where we spend the night.
Today we move forward to summit camp and rest for the day.
Today we will rest and acclimatize at the summit camp. We will also sort out our equipment and fix ropes wherever needed. Prepare for the next day's summit push. Retire for the night.
We will start the summit push by 2am. The route to the summit is heavily crevassed. Upon reaching the summit you will get a splendid display of mighty peaks on all sides stretching far and wide. Enjoy and cherish this moment of accomplishment. We start our descend to summit camp before the weather turns bad. Overnight in summit camp.
Today we will retrace our steps and descend down to base camp. Overnight in tents.
Today's trek includes a long way down to the Forest camp. Overnight in tents.
We will retrace our way to Sukhi village where our vehicles will drive you to Uttarakashi. Overnight in hotel/guest house.
Leave early and drive to Dehradun. If opted a vehicle with us then you will be dropped at Dehradun ISBT.
Reserve a day for summit climb if the weather does not allow you to summit the day before.
Highlights
- Stay at Wooden House – Meraki Triangle, Sankri
- One of the most beautiful lake and valley in Uttarakhand
- Stunning views of Swargarohini Group of Peaks & Black Peak
- High altitude expedition
- Wide variety of flora and fauna –Govind Ballabh Pant National Park
Amenities
- Food as per menu on the trek ,Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
- Forest Camping charges
- Safety Equipment,Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required)
- All necessary permits and entry fees
- Trek guide, cook, helpers, and mules for carrying common luggage
- Transportation if Specified in Itinerary,
- Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide, cook and Support staff
- Meals during road Journeyss
- Any kind of Insurance
- Any expense of personal Nature
- Any expense not specified in the inclusion list
- Carriage of personal laggage during the trek
How to reach
Take a flight to Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, Hire a cab to reach Dehradun City as the airport is 29 km away.
The Dehradun railway station is located in the centre of the city which is well connected to all the major cities of the country.
Dehradun is easily accessible from major cities of the country as it has an excellent road connectivity with other major cities and towns of North India. There are state-run and private buses that offer a regular service.
Things To Carry
Back pack & rain cover | (50 - 60 ltr) with comfortable shoulder straps |
Day pack + rain cover | 20 - 30 ltr (If hire a mule or porter) |
Walking stick | Advisable (At least one) |
Head torch | 1 Nos. |
Water bottle/Hydration pack | 2 bottles of one litre each People who use hydration pack- 1 hydration pack and 1 bottle of one liter Carry at least one thermos flask |
Snacks | Energy bars, dry fruits, electral/ors |
Personal Medical Kit | Consult your doctor |
T-shirts | 2 Full sleeves (Non-cotton) |
Fleece T-shirts | 1 Nos. |
Fleece jacket | 1 Nos. (Alternative: a woollen sweater) |
Down feather / Hollofil jacket | 1 Nos. |
Wind & waterproof (jacket & pant) | 1 Pair |
Thermal inners (upper and lower) | 1 Pair |
Trek pants | 2 Synthetic (avoid shorts, fitting denims, capris) |
Poncho | 1 Nos. |
Sunscreen cream | Hand sanitizer |
Moisturiser | Antibacterial powder |
Toilet Paper & wipes | Toothbrush and toothpaste |
Lip balm | Quick dry towel |
Sun cap | 1 Nos. (One that covers the neck as well) |
Woolen cap | 1 Nos. |
Balaclava | 1 Nos. |
Neck-gaiters | 1 Nos. |
Sunglasses | Dark with side cover, it should be U/V protected. People who wear spectacles- (A)- Use contact lenses. (Not for Chadar trek) (B)- Photo chromatic glasses. |
Trekking shoes | 1 Pair (Waterproof, high ankle with good grip) |
Floaters/flip-flops | 1 Pair (Optional) |
Cotton socks | 5 pairs |
Woollen socks | 3 pairs |
Gaiters | 1 Pair (Our team will notify you if required) |
Waterproof gloves | 1 Pair |
Fleece/woollen gloves | 1 Pair |