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Mount Shivling Expedition
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Expedition · Uttarakhand

Mount Shivling Expedition

moderate22-28 days

Duration

22-28 days

Price

2,00,000

Group size

1–8

Best time

Nearest city: GangotriAltitude: 6543m

One of the most stunning and technically demanding peaks in the Indian Himalaya, known as the Matterhorn of the Himalaya, rising dramatically above the Gangotri Glacier.

Highlights

  • Climb one of the most beautiful and technically challenging peaks in India
  • Iconic pyramid shape - known as the Matterhorn of the Himalaya
  • Advanced mixed climbing on granite, ice, and snow terrain

Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Delhi, IMF, drive to Gangotri

    Day 1-4: Delhi, IMF, drive to Gangotri

  2. Day 5: Trek to Tapovan Base Camp (4,463m) via Gaumukh

    Day 5-8: Trek to Tapovan Base Camp (4,463m) via Gaumukh

  3. Day 9: Acclimatization, route fixing, establish high camps, summit

    Day 9-22: Acclimatization, route fixing, establish high camps, summit push

  4. Day 23: Descent and return

    Day 23-28: Descent and return

Inclusions

  • IMF expedition permit
  • Full board throughout expedition
  • High-altitude Sherpa team and technical climbing support
  • All group climbing equipment and tents
  • Professional expedition leader
  • Permits and entry fees

Exclusions

  • Personal climbing gear and high-altitude clothing
  • Travel insurance with rescue coverage
  • Foreign national fees
  • Personal expenses

Safety guidelines

  1. Serious technical mountaineering - Grade TD+ to ED
  2. Rockfall and serac fall hazards require careful route selection
  3. Previous 6,000m+ and technical climbing experience essential
  4. Small teams recommended due to limited camp space on route