Mt. Ladakhi is a moderate to challenging expedition that begins and ends in Manali, after travelling overnight from Delhi. The trekking commences in Solang Valley and will gain altitude to around 4700 m to base camp. In reaching in Beas Kund individuals will be given the opportunity to practice expedition techniques. The day of summiting Mt. Ladakhi can take around two to three hours (subject to weather conditions) and will return to the base camp on the same day. Throughout the expedition individuals will be staying in tents and all food will be cooked from fresh with lots of nutritional value to maintain good health.
Day 1
Arrival in Delhi
Guests will be received at the airport followed by a transfer to a hotel, where you will be staying overnight.
Day 2
Overnight bus journey Delhi – Manali
Travelling Distance: 570 km
Travelling Time: 16 hours
Following a full day’s sightseeing in the vibrant Delhi City, we will then transfer you to the bus station. Overnight bus journey, fully air conditioned and comfortable to make the journey more relaxing.
Day 3
Arrival in Manali
Upon arrival in Manali, we will check you into your hotel and let you freshen up and relax. In the evening we will take a walk around the area to ensure you acclimatise and will check out the equipment. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 4
Drive from Manali - Solang Nallah then trek to Dhundi
Travelling Distance: 13 km drive / 6 km trek
Altitude: 2840 m
After breakfast in the morning we will drive 13 km to reach in Solang Nallah; an adventure area for activities such as paragliding and skiing. We will then trek 6 km to reach in Dhundi. Upon arrival in Dhundi we will enjoy tea and snacks and get ready for overnight stay in tent.
Day 5
Trek from Dhundi - Bakarthach - Beas Kund
Altitude: 3540 m
The day will be spent trekking through the valley until we reach Bakarthach. Upon arrival we will take a break then trek over a moraine to a small lake in Beas Kund, the birth place of the River Beas. Here you will be able to see the base of all the surrounding peaks such as Ladakhi (5536 m), Friendship (5340 m) and (Hanuman Tibba (5940 m). Overnight stay in tents.
Day 6 & 7
Beas Kund Glacier - Expedition Training Techniques
Two days will be spent practicing ascending and descending techniques on the snow at Beas Kund glacier as well as practicing rescue technique such as z-pulley & c-pulley. For lunch will return to camp and enjoy an overnight stay in tents.
Day 8
Trek from Beas Kund - Base Camp
Altitude: 4700 m
After breakfast we will begin the days trek ascending to base camp where we will enjoy a packed lunch. In the evening we will have tea and snacks and take a walk around the area to ensure everyone is acclimatised. We will return back to base camp for an early dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Day 9
Trek from Base Camp - Summit of Ladakhi Peak - Base Camp
Climbing Time: Approx. 3 hours
Altitude: 5536 m
After breakfast we will begin our climb to Shetidhar peak which will take around 30 minutes then to Ladakhi peak which will take around 2 hours. Ropes will be fixed and we will ascend through these. Rock climbing will also occur. You will be able to witness the panoramic views of Dhauladhar and Pirpanjal Range. Once we have summited Ladakhi Peak, we will descend back to base camp. Overnight stay in tents.
Day 10
Trek from Base Camp - Beas Kund
Once we have had breakfast we will start our trek to Beas Kund. Upon arrival we will have lunch and come evening time we will celebrate around a bonfire and enjoy an overnight stay in tents.
Day 11
Trek from Beas Kund - Solang Valley - Drive to Manali
After breakfast we will trek to Solang Valley where we will then be driven back to Manali. In the evening you will be able to enjoy free time of shopping around Manali. Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 12
Overnight bus journey Manali - New Delhi
Travelling Distance: 570 km
Travelling Time: 16 hours
Morning will be spent looking around Manali before being transferred to AC Volvo bus for overnight journey back to New Delhi.
Day 13
Flight Departure: New Delhi
You will be transferred to the Indira Gandhi International Airport where you will depart to your onward destination.
