Mount Changabang Peak Expedition, Garhwal Himalaya

About Changabang Peak Climbing Expedition (6866 mts)

One of the important peaks that form the Northeast wall of Nanda Devi Sanctuary, Mt. Changabang is seen as a world-class site for adventure enthusiasts. Its steep profile and the prominent challenging trail make a difficult chase. Rising to 6866m, Mt. Changabang is amongst the most rewarding treks in Indian Himalaya. The long ridges mostly covered with soft snow offer beautiful view of the high mountains of the peak afar. Mt. Changabang has once been described as the ‘milk-white granite’ that shines like as if veiled in bridal lace. The writer also calls the mountain as eye-tooth fang for its shape and colour. The trek to Mt. Changabang is equally enthralling as the summit bid is, traversing through villages, valleys and meadows, the trekking trail unforgettable.

Mt. Changabang is a challenging climb but an unforgettable one, therefore we would like to help you make this expedition a special one for you with our expedition package. The climbing expedition is crafted in a way to cater all the needs of our prestigious clients. Here is the detailed itinerary:

Elevation in meter :6866 Mts. / 22520 Ft.
Lattitude :30 29 57 N
Longitude :79 55 31 E
Range :Western Garhwal Himalaya
Sub Range :Indian Himalaya
Base Camp :Upper Deodi
Trail Head :Jumma
Country :India
Difficulty :Technical
Duration :40 Days
Best time for Climbing :June, July, August, Sept
Nearest Airport :Jolly Grant (Dehradun; Uttrakhand), India
Nearest Railhead :Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun
First Ascent by :Tashi Chewang, Balwant Singh Sandhu, Chris Bonington, Dougal Haston, Marton Boysen, and Doug Scott, via the Southeast Face-East Ridge on June 4, 1974.

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 checks 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.

In the morning after the breakfast, we will drive to Joshimath via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnprayag, Nandprayag and Chamoli. On arrival at Joshimath, check-in to a hotel. The day is kept free for relaxing. In the evening, we shall hold a meeting to discuss the trek. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Today, we shall visit Local Administrative office for the inner line permit and Forest office of Nanda Devi (Biosphere Reserve) National Park for permission. Overnight in the Hotel.

Post breakfast, we shall drive to Jumma and from here our first day trek will start. From Jumma, the trek starts for Ruing Village (4kms). Overnight stay in the camp

After the breakfast, we shall trek to Dronagiri Village (2800 mts). The trekking trail will cover 8 kms that will be an uphill climb and will take about 4-5 hrs to complete. Arrive at Dronagiri Village and set up camp for overnight stay.

Today, after the breakfast, we will trek to Bagni Bamak (4200 mt) via Dronagiri Col and Dronagiri Gad. The day is likely to be full of excitement and adventure. We will cross giant boulders and the huge glaciers. On arrival at the base, we will set up our camp for an overnight stay.

After early morning breakfast, we will leave for Changbang Base Camp from Bagini Base Camp. It is a 12 to 14kms trek. We shall also attempt climbing up to advance base camp. By evening we shall try to make it back to Bagini Base Camp. Camping and overnight stay at Bagini Base Camp.

In the morning after having breakfast, we will leave the Base Camp and trek back to Dronagiri Village. On arrival, set up the camp for overnight stay.

Today, after the breakfast, we will trek down to Juma via Ruing Village and then drive to Joshimath. Upon arriving at Joshimath, we shall check-in at the hotel for the overnight stay.

In the morning drive to Rishikesh. Upon arriving Rishikesh, check-in to the hotel for overnight stay.

After breakfast, we shall drive back to Delhi. On arrival, check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.

In the morning after the breakfast, we shall visit IMF for debriefing. Rest of the day will be free for independent activities. Later, transfer to international airport to board flights for respective destinations.