Overview
Black Peak Expedition – Overview
Trek Details:
Trek Name: Black Peak Expedition
Duration: 15 Days
Adventure Type: Mountaineering
Base Camp: Sankri
Best Season: Summer & Autumn
Recommended Month: June
Location: Uttarakhand, India
Altitude: 20,950 Ft. (6,287 m)
Trek Grade: Challenging
Railhead: Dehradun
Stay: Guesthouse & Camping (Twin sharing)
Food: Vegetarian & Egg-based meals during the trek and at the guesthouse
Total Distance: 98 Km
Trail Type: Point-to-point trail with camping at the same location on return
Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport (28 km from Dehradun)
Why Choose the Black Peak Expedition?
1. Conquer an Impressive Altitude
Black Peak, also known as Kala Nag, stands at a breathtaking altitude of 6,287 m, making it the tallest peak in the Bandarpoonch Massif.
2. A True Mountaineering Challenge
The expedition is a purely technical climb, involving:
Crevassed snowfields
Rocky moraines
Glacier navigation
A thrilling 75 ft vertical ice wall with a 70-degree gradient
3. Explore the Bandarpoonch Massif
This massif consists of three prominent peaks:
Black Peak (Kala Nag) – 6,287 m (Tallest)
Bandarpoonch I – 6,316 m
Bandarpoonch II (Saraswati Peak) – 6,102 m
4. Journey Through Govind National Park
The trek passes through Govind National Park, home to diverse flora and fauna in the Gangotri Region.
5. A Test of Strength and Endurance
This expedition demands expert ice and rock climbing skills along with a deep understanding of high-altitude terrain.
Trekkers will face harsh weather, steep ascents, and challenging glacier crossings, making this one of the most difficult mountaineering experiences in India.
6. A View Like No Other
From the summit of Black Peak, enjoy panoramic views of the Garhwal Himalayas, including:
Bhagirathi Massif
Swargarohini Range
Bandarpoonch Peaks
Gangotri Ranges
7. The Ultimate Sense of Achievement
Climbing Black Peak is not just a trek—it’s an adventure of a lifetime.
Standing at the top, above the clouds, fills you with an unmatched sense of accomplishment and a deep respect for nature’s raw beauty.
Important Notes:
5% GST will be applicable on the trek cost and add-ons.
Services provided from Dehradun to Dehradun.
A virtual expedition briefing video is available before the trek.
Itinerary
Black Peak Expedition – Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Dehradun to Sankri
Altitude: 1,950m (6,400 ft)
Distance: 220 km drive
Duration: Approx. 10 hours
Pick-up Time: 6:00 AM
Day 2: Sankri to Seema via Taluka
Altitude: 2,600m (8,500 ft) at Seema, 2,000m (6,700 ft) at Taluka
Distance:
Sankri to Taluka: 12 km drive, 1 hour
Taluka to Seema: 12 km trek, 7-8 hours
Day 3: Seema to Rainbasera
Altitude: 3,100m (10,200 ft)
Distance: 10 km trek
Duration: 6-7 hours
Day 4: Rainbasera to Ruinsara Tal
Altitude: 3,600m (11,800 ft)
Distance: 7 km trek
Duration: 4-5 hours
Day 5: Ruinsara Tal to Kyarkoti (Base Camp)
Altitude: 4,050m (13,300 ft)
Distance: 7 km trek
Duration: 5-6 hours
Day 6: Base Camp to Advanced Base Camp (ABC)
Altitude: 4,500m (14,800 ft)
Distance: 5 km trek
Duration: 5 hours
Day 7: Rest/Acclimatization/Load Ferry
Activities will be planned based on conditions and team requirements.
Day 8: Advanced Base Camp (ABC) to Camp 1
Altitude: 5,050m (16,550 ft)
Distance: 2 km trek
Duration: 3-4 hours
Day 9: Camp 1 to Summit Camp
Altitude: 5,500m (18,050 ft)
Distance: 3 km trek
Duration: 4-5 hours
Day 10: Summit Camp to Summit Attempt (Black Peak)
Altitude: 6,387m (20,950 ft)
Distance: 3 km trek (one way)
Duration: 7-8 hours
Day 11: Summit Camp to Base Camp
Altitude: 4,050m (13,300 ft)
Distance: 10 km trek
Duration: 6-7 hours
Day 12: Kyarkoti Base Camp to Ruinsara Tal
Altitude: 3,600m (11,800 ft)
Distance: 7 km trek
Duration: 4 hours
Day 13: Ruinsara Tal to Seema
Altitude: 2,600m (8,500 ft)
Distance: 17 km trek
Duration: 8 hours
Day 14: Seema to Taluka and Drive to Sankri
Altitude: 2,000m (6,700 ft) at Taluka, 1,950m (6,400 ft) at Sankri
Distance:
Seema to Taluka: 12 km trek, 4-5 hours
Taluka to Sankri: 12 km drive, 1 hour
Day 15: Drive to Dehradun
Distance: 220 km drive
Duration: Approx. 10 hours
Driving Time: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Buffer Days: Day 16 & 17
Purpose: Buffer days are reserved for unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather or safety concerns.
Decisions on usage will be made collectively by the team.
Buffer days are not included in the expedition cost.
If unused, participants can explore nearby locations such as:
Rishikesh: White-water rafting, bungee jumping, yoga, Ayurvedic massage, Ram Jhula, Lakshman Jhula, Parmarth Aarti, large ashrams.
Haridwar: Pilgrimage sites, Har Ki Pauri, Ganga Aarti, jungle safari at Rajaji National Park, Ayurvedic medicines.
Mussoorie: Mall Road, shopping, Kempty Falls, Municipal Garden, and Sir George Everest House.
Inclusion & Exclusion
Inclusions
Accommodation (as per the itinerary)
Guest house stay on Day 1 & Day 14 at Sankri (twin sharing).
Camping from Day 2 to Day 13.
Meals (Veg + Egg)
All meals from Sankri to Sankri.
Dinner from Day 1 to Day 14.
Support Team
Base Camp Manager – Handles communication and deploys extra manpower in emergencies.
Expedition Leader – Certified in mountaineering & first aid.
High-Altitude Chef – Ensures nutritious meals during the trek.
Local Guides – Number of guides depends on the group size.
Support Staff – Sufficient team for assistance.
Trek Equipment
Sleeping bags, liners (if required), mattresses, and utensils.
3-person all-season trekking tents (twin sharing), kitchen & dining tent, and toilet tents.
Camping stools, walkie-talkies.
Safety gear: ropes, helmet, ice axe, harness, gaiters & crampons (if required).
First Aid & Safety
Medical kit, stretcher, oxygen cylinder, blood pressure monitor, oximeter, and stethoscope.
Transportation (as per itinerary)
Dehradun to Sankri & return.
Sankri to the trekking point & return.
Additional Services
Cloakroom service at the base camp.
Mules/porters to carry central luggage.
All necessary permits and entry fees (for Indian nationals).
Trek completion certificate.
Exclusions
Insurance (Mandatory).
Food during transit.
Any kind of personal expenses.
Mule/porter for personal luggage.
Emergency evacuation, hospitalization, or medical expenses.
Anything not specifically mentioned under Inclusions.
Trek Essential
PARTICIPANTS MUST BRING FOR HAMPTA PASS- TREK
- 50–60 ltrs backpack
- Strong hiking boots: a leather upper is best because it gives your ankles more support. If you don’t have a pair yet, you should get one as soon as possible and wear it a lot so that it breaks in well. This will help keep blisters from forming.
- Tennis shoes or sandals that are light enough to wear in camp.
- Two pairs of thick wool socks, if possible.
- Two pairs of everyday nylon socks to wear underneath the wool socks to prevent blisters.
- One shirt for hiking, preferably with long sleeves.
- Long John top: This is also called thermal underwear, and it should be made of wool if it is the first layer.
- Two each of warm shirts and pants for camp
- 1 each rain cot/poncho
- Warm Jacket: 1
- One pair of wool gloves as thick as can be bought on the market.
- Long Johns: The first layer should be wool if possible.
- Under wear: 2-3 changes Shorts or pants for hiking: 1
- Sunscreen lotion is up to you. Chap stick or lip balm is optional.
- Water bottle: Two 1-liter bottles (Pepsi bottles work well), make sure they don’t leak.
- Headlamp or flashlight: A headlamp is best because it frees up your hands for work. If you bring a flashlight, bring extra batteries.
- Items for the bathroom, like a toothbrush, toothpaste, etc. And a small one-person medical kit.
- Cotton or nylon for a sun hat. Sunglasses: Those with an anchor are best.