DifficultyHard
Duration8 Days
Max Altitude20,505 ft (6,250m)
Starting Price₹26,999/person
Best SeasonJune – October
RegionSpiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh
Trek Highlights
- 6,250m summit — one of India's highest non-technical trekking peaks
- Based in Spiti Valley — stunning cold desert high-altitude landscape
- 360° views of Spiti, Pin, and Lingti valleys from summit
- Barren moonscape terrain — completely different from green Himalayan treks
- Key Monastery (12th century) near basecamp
- Acclimatization route includes Kibber village (world's highest motorable village)
Itinerary
Day 1–2
Mumbai → Chandigarh → Manali → Kaza (Spiti) — road journey via Rohtang
Day 3
Acclimatization at Kaza (3,800m). Kibber and Key Monastery visit
Day 4
Kaza → Kanamo Base Camp (4,900m). Establish camp
Day 5
Acclimatization — high camp at 5,400m and back to base
Day 6
Summit attempt — Mount Kanamo (6,250m). Long day 10–12 hrs
Day 7
Rest and recovery at base. Descend to Kaza
Day 8
Drive Kaza → Manali → Chandigarh → Mumbai departure
What's Included
Included ✓
- Complete transport
- Summit-certified guide + high camp assistant
- All meals
- Base camp + high camp tents
- Crampons + ice axe
- Supplemental oxygen (emergency)
- Walkie-talkies
Not Included ✗
- Flights
- Travel and medical insurance (mandatory)
- Personal gear
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need mountaineering experience?
Prior experience on high altitude treks (4,000m+) is mandatory. Previous technical climbing is an advantage but the route is non-technical with guide support.
Is 6,250m dangerous?
All high-altitude climbs carry risk. We maintain strict go/no-go criteria based on weather, individual health, and acclimatization. Safety is always paramount.