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Expedition · Uttarakhand
Mount Kamet Expedition
moderate28-35 days
Duration
28-35 days
Price
3,50,000
Group size
1–8
Best time
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Nearest city: JoshimathAltitude: 7756m
The highest open climbing peak in India at 7,756m in the Garhwal Himalayas featuring long glaciated approaches, complex route-finding, extreme altitude, and serious technical climbing.
Highlights
- Climb the highest peak open to climbers in India at 7,756m
- Technical expedition with extensive glacier travel and high camps
- Remote wilderness experience in the pristine Garhwal Himalayas
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Delhi, IMF procedures, drive to Joshimath
Day 1-5: Arrive Delhi, IMF procedures, drive to Joshimath
Day 6: Trek approach through Gangotri region to Base Camp (4,850m)
Day 6-10: Trek approach through Gangotri region to Base Camp (4,850m)
Day 11: Expedition phase with multiple high camps, acclimatization r
Day 11-30: Expedition phase with multiple high camps, acclimatization rotation, summit push
Day 31: Descent and return to Joshimath/Delhi
Day 31-35: Descent and return to Joshimath/Delhi
Inclusions
- IMF expedition permit
- Full board accommodation in Delhi, Uttarakhand, and mountain camps
- High-altitude oxygen (supplemental) and masks
- Professional expedition leader, high-altitude Sherpas, cooks
- Technical gear and group climbing equipment
- Porters/yaks for equipment transport
Exclusions
- International/domestic flights
- Personal high-altitude clothing and gear
- Personal medical and evacuation insurance
- Foreign national liaison officer fee
- Personal expenses and tips
Safety guidelines
- Prior 7,000m+ peak experience strongly recommended
- IMF permit mandatory - apply 90+ days in advance
- Extreme altitude - supplemental oxygen recommended above 7,000m
- Long expedition (4-5 weeks) requires significant time commitment
- Weather window is tight - May-June pre-monsoon or September post-monsoon