Neelkanth Peak Climbing Expedition, Garhwal Himalaya

About Mt. Neelkanth Peak Expedition 6596Mts

A major peak of the Garhwal Himalaya, Mt. Neelkanth stands at 6507m. It is a pyramidical-shaped peak that is popularly known as the 'Garhwal Queen'. This snow-clad mountain peak rising just above the Badrinath Temple is indeed one of the most stunning summits in the Garhwal Himalaya. The Satopanth Glacier is on the northwest side of Neelkanth, the Panpatia Glacier remains on the southwest side and feeds Khirao Ganga, a small that runs under the south side of the peak. A handful of successful ascents have been reported on Mt. Neelkanth, the first climb from its western ridge was attempted in 1993 by two British Climbers. The expedition is a D+/TD- and requires Scottish grade II and III mixed climbing. Finally, after attempting the Alpine-style climb from the base camp, situated 6kms from Charan Paduka, one can successfully accomplish summit bid. For further details on the expedition, you can check the itinerary below that has been designed by our peak climbing experts of the area. We ensure that your safety and convenience is our priority, however we seek cooperation and patience from our clients as well.

Elevation in meter :6596 Mts. / 21635 Ft.
Lattitude :30° 43' 48" N
Longitude :79° 24' 20" E
Range :West Garhwal Himalaya
Sub Range :Indian Himalaya
Base Camp :Ahead of Charan Paduka
Trail Head :Badrinath
Country :India
Difficulty :Difficult
Duration :32 Days
Best time for Climbing :June, July, August, Sept
Nearest Airport :Jolly Grant (Dehradun; Uttrakhand), India
Nearest Railhead :Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun
First Ascent by :By Sonam Pulzor, Kanhiya Lal, Dilip Singh, and Nima Dorje (ITBP) in 1974

Itinerary

Upon arrival at Delhi airport, met our representative and then transfer to hotel by AC Luxury car. Overnight at hotel

In the morning after breakfast visit the IMF (Indian Mountaineering Foundation) for briefing about the Kedardome Peak Climbing, Equipment check-up & introduce with Liaison Officer. Later drive to Rishikesh via Haridwar. On arrival transfer to hotel. Evening free to explore the nearby area by your own. Overnight stay at hotel.

Drive to Joshimath via Devprayag after early breakfast. We will stop for a short visit to Devprayag, where Rivers like Bhagirathi and Alaknanda meet to form the sacred river Ganga. By evening, we will arrive at our destination, Joshimath and shall check-in to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

We shall be taken to forest / National Park office for mandatory documentations. Overnight at the hotel in Joshimath.

In the morning after breakfast, we will drive to Badrinath. On arriving at Badrinath, you will be taken to the pre-booked hotel. In the afternoon, we shall be meeting our climbing expedition crew like Guide, Cook, Porters etc. Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast, we shall start our trek to Charan Paduka (3540 mtsapprox), which is a beautiful meadow above Badrinath. The trek is 4-5 km and it takes about 3 hrs to complete it. On arrival, set the camp for overnight stay.

In the morning, we will start our trek to Neelkanth base camp (4270 mts), which is at 6 kms and takes about 2 -3 hrs to complete. From the base camp, one can get a close view of Mt Neelkanth (6507 mts). Dinner

Morning after breakfast trek down to Badrinath & check in to hotel. Evening visit the temple. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel in Badrinath.

In the morning after breakfast drive to Srinagar via Rudraprayag. On arrival check in tohotel for dinner and overnight stay.

In the morning after breakfast drive to Delhi via Rishikesh and Haridwar. Arrival at Delhi by evening and check in to hotel. Later farewell dinner will organise by our company. Overnight stay in hotel in Delhi.

Transfer to airport according to your flight schedule.