Arwa Tower Climbing Expedition, Chamoli, Uttarakhand

About Arwa Tower Climbing Expedition (6352Mts)

Once, thought to be one of the invincible Himalayan peaks of the Arwa Group, Arwa Tower is now one of the most anticipated climbing expeditions for adventure aficionados. Arwa Tower is situated in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. Recognized by its needle-like peak, the tower is edged by several buttresses. The base camp of Arwa Tower is situated at an altitude of about 4350m above sea level and can be trekked from Badrinath. So far a less frequented climb, Arwa Tower along with offering adrenaline rushing experience proffers unprecedented views and over-the-top feeling.

With the help of an expert team that brain storm adequately before crafting an expedition, we offer a well-guided climb to Arwa Tower, situated at altitude of 6325m above sea level. The expedition will ensure that your climbing experience is not only the best but also the most unforgettable ones. In Arwa Tower Climbing Expedition that takes about 38 days to accomplish, we ensure to cover important destinations and make available all the possible luxuries. In order to help you better understand our services, here is the detailed itinerary of the expedition:

Elevation in meter :6352 Mts. / 20835 Ft.
Lattitude :30 50 36 N
Longitude :79 23 03 E
Range :West Garhwal Himalaya
Sub Range :Indian Himalaya
Base Camp :Arwa Tal
Trail Head :Ghastoli
Country :India
Difficulty :Difficult
Duration :37 Days
Best time for Climbing :June, July, August, Sept
Nearest Airport :Jolly Grant (Dehradun; Uttrakhand), India
Nearest Railhead :Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun
First Ascent by :Britons Mick Fowler and Steve Sustad on 14 May 1999, via the northwest face

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 visiting the temple in Badrinath early in the morning, we will be driving to Mana Village (3 kms). From Mana Village we will take hill jeep to Ghastoli. The ascent is steep but is full of the scenic beauty. On arrival at Ghastoli, we shall set our camp for overnight stay.

After breakfast we will trek to Arwa Valley, which is steep ascent trail. On arrival in Arwa Valley, we shall set out camp for overnight stay.

From Arwa Valley, we will be trekking to Arwa Tal, which is the base camp for Arwa Tower.

Today, we will be trekking from Arwa Tal Base Camp to Advance Base Camp for Arwa Tower.

You will be given a day off to rest and acclimatize.

It will take at least 19 days to complete the Arwa Tower climbing expedition.

After reaching the Advance Base Camp, we will begin our back to Base Camp.

On arrival at Base Camp, overnight stay will be arranged here.

Today, trek back to Ghastoli will be lead. Overnight stay at the camp at Ghastoli

After the breakfast, we shall trek back to Joshimath via Badrinath. Overnight stay at Joshimath.

A drive to Rishikesh will be arranged for today. Overnight stay in the hotel at Rishikesh.

Drive from Rishikesh to Delhi via Haridwar. Overnight stay at hotel.

In the morning after breakfast visit the IMF for debriefing and later back to hotel for relax. Evening after farewell dinner transfer to airport for international flight.