Shitidhar Climb

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At 18,000 ft plus, Shiti (white) dhar (peak) is the perfect introductory peak for mountaineering. It is ideal for trekkers without climbing experience, wanting to summit a Himalayan Trek. Its south face offers a straightforward but challenging route to the summit. Shitidhar’s accessibility makes it doubly attractive. The base camp, by the emerald Beas Kund, the source of the Beas, is just a day’s trek away from Manali. The climb offers spectacular close-up views of Hanuman Tibba on the west, and in the distance, to the east, of Indrasan, Deotibba and the lesser mountains of the Pir Panjal.

Day 01: Delhi – Manali (1960m)

On the first day, we will start from Delhi to Manali. The journey will take 8 hrs to reach Manali. Reach Manali late in the evening. Over night Stay is in the Hotel.

Day 02: In Manali (1960m)

On second day, we will start early in the morning. After having breakfast, get the equipments for the climb sorted out. Fit yourself in your climbing gear with climbing boots, crampons and our harness. Then spend some time for exploring the town. Then we can take our lunch. The main attractions are the Hadimba temple and the Roerich Art Gallery in Naggar.

Day 03: In Manali (1960m)

In Manali we will have breakfast and then we will move up to the Rohtang pass and hike 2-3 hrs to get acclimatized. Take a lunch at the pass and drive back to Manali. If we have time for shopping, then we can enjoy it and pack up for the climb.

Day 04: Manali – Bakkarthach (3328m) 1hr drive and 3-4 hrs trek

A drive of one hr will take us to Bakkarthach. After an early breakfast drive further for an hour via Palchan and Solang Nallah to Dhundi, (2850m). The short walk brings us along the river Beas before crossing it and then ascends steeply to reach the grazing grounds of Bakkarthach. Stay overnight in camps.

Day 05: Bakkarthach – Beas Kund Base Camp (3586m) 2-3 hrs

A 2-3 hrs journey will bring us to Beas Kund Camp. A steep climb for an hour from the camp brings us to the Beas Kund glacier on the south facing slopes of the mighty Pir Panjal range. A short walk over the moraine brings us to the planes of the Beas Kund dotted with small streams. Depending on the access to the snow/ice we set up Base Camp.

Day 06: At Base Camp (3586m)

On this day, spend the day around the base camp practicing movement on snow / ice. Get familiar with the use of our equipment. Learn the tricks of ropes and the how to arrest a fall on the slope.

Day 07: Base Camp – Camp I (4653m) 5-6 hrs

A 5-6 hr run will bring us to Camp 1. It is a short acclimatization walk in the afternoon.

Day 08: Camp I – Summit (5294m) – Base Camp (3586m)

On this day wake up early in the morning and after get ready for the climb up to the summit. It’s best to be up at the summit early in the morning to make the best of the weather and get good views. Then get down to the base camp and have a party in the evening.

Day 09: Base Camp – Manali (1960m) 3-4 hrs trek and 1 hr drive

A drive of 3-4 hrs will take you to the Dhundi, the road-head and get back to Manali. Stay overnight hotel in Manali.

Day 10: Manali – Delhi

On the last day, get back to Chandigarh / Delhi.

- Pick up from the Airport / Railway Station

- Breakfasts, lunches and dinners

- Airport transfers

- Group medical kit

- Good quality accommodation

- Trek pack including sleeping bag, down or fiber filled jacket and insulated mat

- Private transportation

- All park entrance fees and trekking permits

- Porters to carry all personal and group equipment