SATOPANTH | 7075m
26 Days Uttarakhand, India
SMALL GROUPS
Groups of 6 participants maximum = more flexibility.
AESTHIC 7000M PYRAMID PEAK IN GANGOTRI
Climb amongst the giants and rugged peaks of Gharwal
LOW GUIDING RATIO 1:2
This allows for a safe and higher chances of a successful climb.
STRENOUS CLIMB WITH AESTHETIC RIDGE LINE AND STUNNING VIEWS
༄༅། རི Ri Guides organizes mountaineering expeditions to climb Satopanth (7,075m / 23,212ft). This is a distinctive pyramid mountain featuring a ‘knife edge’ northeastern ridge below summit camp. Our expedition is suitable for people with basic climbing and mountaineering skills wanting a high-altitude mountaineering adventure.
Satopanth is the second highest mountain in the Gangotri area in the Western Garhwal region of the Uttarakhand state. ‘Satopanth’ is derived from the words ‘sato’ meaning truth and ‘panth’ meaning path or way.
Technical Information:
- Difficulty rating: PD+
- Elevation min/max: 1880 m / 7077 m
- Height difference: +900 m / -900 m
- Difficulties height difference: 240 m
- Difficulties start altitude: 5400 m
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North East Ridge Route
| Date(s): | 2024: Sept 25 – Oct 20
2025: Sept 25 – Oct 20 |
| Cost: | USD 5950 per person (Foreign Clients)
USD 6750 (with IFMGA Guide) INR 275000 per person (Domestic Clients) INR 355000 (with IFMGA Guide) Price per person
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| Deposit: | USD 1500 | INR 50000 |
Snapshot Itinerary:
Day 1: Delhi - briefing at Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF)
Day 2: Fly Delhi - Dehradun - Mussoorie
Day 3: Mussoorie - Uttarkashi
Day 4: Uttarkashi - Gangotri
Day 5: Gangotri
Day 6: Acclimatisation trek: Gangotri - Chirbasa
Day 7: Acclimatisation trek: Chirbasa - Bhojbasa
Day 8: Acclimatisation trek: Bhojbasa - Nandanvan
Day 9: Trek Nandanvan - Vasuki Tal (Satopanth Base Camp)
Day 10: Satopanth Base Camp
Day 11-22: Climb Satopanth
Day 23: Satopanth Base Camp – Bhojbasa
Day 24: Bhojbasa – Gangotri - Uttarkashi
Day 25: Uttarkashi - Haridwar - Delhi (flight)
Day 26: Delhi - Debrief at IMF
General Climbing Period:
April to May, September to October
Duration: 26 days
- 9 pre-climbing days
- 13 climbing days (including rest days and contingency days)
- 4 post-climbing days
Grade:
Strenuous, basic to good mountaineering skills and a very good fitness level required.
Accomodation:
Twin share hotel and camping while on trek and climb.
Grade:
Strenuous, basic climbing and mountaineering skills required
Detailed itinerary:
Day 1: Delhi - briefing at IMF
We will greet you at Delhi international airport and drive you to your hotel. After lunch, we will go to the Indian Mountaineering Foundation where we will get our climbing permit and meet our Liaison Officer. We can also visit the mountaineering museum in the same building.
Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 2: Delhi - Dehradun (flight), Dehradun - Mussoorie (1,880m / 6,168 ft)
A 30 minute flight will take us from Delhi to Dehradun. From Dehradun, we will drive to Mussoorie. Mussoorie is a beautiful area situated in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan range.
Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 3: Drive Mussoorie - Uttarkashi (1,150m / 3,773ft, 5-6hrs)
We will drive to Uttarkashi through the mountain hills. When we arrive, we will sort out equipment.
Overnight at a guest house or hotel.
Day 4: Drive Uttarkashi to Gangotri (3,046m / 9,993ft, 4-5 hrs)
We will follow the Bhagirathi river on a narrow exposed mountain road to reach Gangotri. Gangotri is a sacred place for the Hindus as it is the source of the River Ganga and so it is visited by many pilgrims.
Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 5: Acclimatisation day in Gangotri
We will make final equipment preparations and acclimatise to Gangotri’s altitude by going on a short acclimatisation walk.
Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 6: Acclimatisation trek: Gangotri - Chirbasa (3,548m / 11,640ft, 4hrs)
Before starting our trek, we will visit the temple and take the blessings. We will trek towards Gaumukh (the beginning of the Gangotri glacier) and will be able to see the impressive Bhagirathi group of peaks. We will camp at Chirbasa, next to the Bhagirathi river.
Overnight stay in tents.
Day 7: Acclimatisation trek: Chirbasa - Bhojbasa (3,784m / 12,415ft, 2hrs)
We will continue trekking to reach Bhojbasa and become acclimatised to this altitude.
Overnight stay in tents.
Day 8: Acclimatisation trek: Bhojbasa - Nandanvan (4,420m / 14,501ft, 5hrs)
We will follow the pilgrim’s path to reach Gaumukh, the beginning of the Gangotri glacier. We will trek on glacial moraine to make our way to the meadows of Nandanvan, at the base of the Bhagirathi peaks. You will see a magnificent view of Shivling peak, Meru and Kedar Dome.
Overnight stay in tents.
Day 9: Acclimatisation trek: Nandanvan - Vasuki Tal (Satopanth Base Camp, 4,920m / 16,142ft, 3-4hrs)
With views of the Shivling and Meru upon starting out, we will trek into the Vasuki glacial moraine. We will see today’s destination, the Vasuki Tal (Satopanth Base Camp), as we climb up a short fixed line at the foot of the north-west ridge of the Vasuki Parbat.
Overnight stay in tents.
Day 10: Satopanth Base Camp
We will rest and acclimatise at Base Camp. We will prepare the equipment, gear and food for the climb and have the opportunity to explore around Vasuki Tal.
Overnight stay in tents.
Day 11 - 22: Climbing days (including rest days and contingency days)
Base camp (4,920m / 16,142ft) to Camp 1 (5,400m / 17,717ft, approx. 5hrs)
We will trek on grass covered moraine between the Chaturangi glacier and Vasuki Parbat and descend on to scree moraine of the Sundar glacier to reach our camp.
Camp 1 (5400m / 17,717ft) to Camp 2 (6,100m / 20,013ft, approx. 6hrs)
To reach Camp 2 we will use fixed ropes to firstly cross the glacier to reach the base of a steep rock climb. If it snows, this becomes a mixed snow and rock climb. There are good holds and the gradient declines slightly after the steep start. Fixed ropes will ensure safety and an easier passage. Afterwards, we will climb through a snow gully to a small col, which would be our Camp 2.
Camp 2 (6100m / 20,013ft) to Camp 3 (6,340m / 20,801ft, approx.5hrs)
We will cross some crevasses to reach the narrow sharp northeastern ridge. The ridge has steep drop on both sides so we will have fixed line on the ridge for your safety. We will be at our camp after the exposed ridge.
Summit day (7,075m / 23,212ft, approx. 6-7hrs or more)
The climb towards the summit is on a gentle slope of ice, snow and some rock scree. It is a steep climb near the summit. The summit view is magnificent.
Day 23: Satopanth Base Camp - Bhojbasa
Today we will trek from Satopanth Base Camp to Bhojbasa.
Overnight stay in tents
Day 24: Bhojbasa - Gangotri - Uttarkashi
We will trek from Bhojbasa to Gangotri and drive to Uttarkashi.
Overnight stay in guest house/hotel.
Day 25: Uttarkashi - Dehradun - Delhi (flight)
We will drive from Uttarkashi to Dehradun and fly to Delhi.
Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 26: Delhi - debrief at IMF
Upon arrival in Delhi, we will go to the IMF for the expedition’s debriefing.
Here, the expedition officially ends.
Please note:
This itinerary is approximate. Clients are embarking on adventure travel in a remote mountain region and the itinerary is subject to weather, road conditions, vehicles and local availability of horses or mules. Ri Guides will make every effort to see that clients acclimatize completely, and complete and enjoy their trip.
Please read རི Ri Guides Terms and Conditions and Legal. Prices are in US dollars and are subject to change.
Inclusions:
- Experienced local Mountaineering Guide and Sherpas who have summited Satopanth multiple times
- Safety and health precautions:
◦ InReach satellite messaging system (when allowed)
◦ Oxygen saturation monitoring system
◦ Oxygen cylinder
◦ Boiled water
◦ Safe, sanitary, delicious and plentiful food and drinks
◦ Full medical kit
- Fixed ropes and equipment for fixing ropes
- All accommodation before and after climbing
- Camping accommodation while acclimatizing and climbing Satopanth
- Butane gas and burners for high camps
- All camping equipment including sleeping tent, foam mattress, mess tent, dining tent and toilet tent
- All meals and drinks while trekking and climbing
- Good quality food serviced by an experienced cook and attendants
- Service of horses or mules and their drivers
- Permits fees and Liaison officer’s fee to the IMF, accommodation and transportation
- Porters for all the equipment, gear and food
- All camping fees
- Pick up and drop from Airports
Exclusions:
- Flights - please ask us if you need help with arranging your flights
- Personal clothes, personal climbing climbing gear and sleeping bag
- Medical and evacuation insurance
- Laundry services
- Other services not mentioned in the package
- Extra cost if the expedition finishes early and the cost arising from early departures
- Tipping our crew
Note:
- Single Room during your stays can be booked at an additional cost of $300
- Personal Sherpa who will accompany you throughout the climbing period can be arranged at $1100.
- Tips and Extra Cash: Allow approximately $500-$800 for meals (while not on trek), drinks (on trek) and cash for tips
- We suggest 5% of the trip cost per person for the crew tips pool.
Base Layers
- Synthetic Short Underwear (2-3 pair): non-cotton style underwear
- Lightweight Long Underwear (2-3 pair): long sleeve shirt and long pants
- Heavyweight Long Underwear (1 pair)
- Short Sleeve Synthetic Shirt (1-2)
Mid Layers
- Soft Shell Jacket: to be worn over other layers
- Soft Shell Pants: very breathable and water repellant
- Lightweight Nylon Pants (1-2 pair)
Windproof/Rain Layers
- Hard Shell Jacket with hood: waterproof and breathable shell jacket
- Hard Shell Pants: waterproof and breathable shell pants
Insulation Layers
- Heavyweight Insulated Down Jacket with hood
- Insulated Pants
- Down Suit (optional): worn on summit day
Headwear
- Warm Hat: synthetic or wool hat (ski hat)
- Balaclava: to protect your neck and face in high winds
- Baseball Cap or other sun hat: to shade your face/neck from the sun on a hot day
- Bandana or Buff: to protect your neck/face from the sun
Eyewear
- Glacier Glasses: full protection with side covers or wrap around
- Ski Goggles: to be worn in the event of high winds
Gloves
- Lightweight Synthetic Liner Gloves: for wearing on warm days
- Soft Shell Gloves: to wear for moderate cold/wind
- Shell Glove with Insulated Liner: to wear for severe cold/strong wind
- Expedition Mitts: large enough to fit a liner glove inside
Footwear
- Liner Socks (3 pairs)
- Wool or Synthetic Socks (3 pairs)
- Mountaineering Boots
- Hiking Shoes/Boots: comfortable hiking boots or shoes for the trek to base camp
- Camp Boots (optional): comfortable boots for wearing in camp
- Gaiters (optional)
- Booties (optional)
Sleeping Equipment
- Sleeping Bag: rated to at least -20°F
- Self-inflating Sleeping Pad: full length is preferred
- Closed-cell Foam Pad: to be used in conjunction with the inflating pad for warmth and comfort when sleeping
- Earplugs
Mountaineering Gear
- Expedition Backpack: approximately 75L
- Compression Stuff Sacks: for reducing the volume of the sleeping bag, down parka, etc. in your pack
- Trash Compactor Bags: to line backpack and stuff sacks as well as for separating gear
- Backpack Rain Cover (optional)
- Trekking Backpack: to carry on the trek to base camp. Simple and light.
- Trekking Poles with Optional Snow Baskets: adjustable
- Ice Axe: short ice axe (max 60cm)
- Crampons: general mountaineering crampons
- Climbing Helmet: must be able to fit over your warm hat
- Ascender: 1 right or left-hand ascender
- “Y” Rig for ascender and safety carabiner
- Accessory Cord: 30 feet (9m) of 6mm accessory cord
- Alpine Climbing Harness: mountaineering harness, with adjustable leg loops. Not a rock-climbing “sport” harness
- Carabineers: 2 regular and 4 locking
- Belay/Rappel Device
- Headlamp: with 2 extra sets of new batteries
- Pack Liner (2 pieces)
Travel Items
- Large Duffel Bag with Lock: for transporting gear to base camp, no hard sides or wheels
- Small Duffel Bag with Lock: to store items in the hotel(s) while on the climb
- Carry-on Backpack: can use trekking backpack, approximately 18” x 16” x 10” (46cm x 41cm x 26cm)
- Travel Clothes: for days in cities and towns
- Lightweight journal, sketchbook, pencils, pen
- U.S. cash: for currency exchange to purchase SIM cards or merchandise in cities and villages
Additional Food Items
- Snack Food: bring a few days’ supply of your favorite climbing snack food such as bars, gels, nuts, beef jerky, etc. variety of salty and sweet is good
Other Equipment
- Cup: plastic 16 oz. minimum cup or mug
- Bowl: large plastic bowl for eating dinner or breakfast
- Spoon: plastic spoon (Lexan)
- Water Bottles (2 or 3): wide mouth bottles with 1-liter capacity
- Water Bottle Parkas (2): fully insulated with zip opening
- Water Treatment
- Thermos: 1-liter
- Hand/Foot Warmers
- Sunscreen: SPF 50 or better
- Lip Screen (2 sticks): SPF 30 or better
- Toiletry Bag: include toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet paper, baby wipes and hand sanitizer (2 small bottles)
- Pee Bottle: 1-liter minimum bottle for convenience at night in the tent
- Female Urination Device (FUD)
- Knife or Multi-tool (optional)
- Small Personal First-aid Kit: include athletic tape, band-aids, Ibuprofen, blister care, cough drops, etc.
- Medications and Prescriptions: bring antibiotics (Azithromycin, etc.), and altitude medicine such as Diamox, etc.
- Handkerchiefs/Bandanas (optional)
Optional Electronics
- Country-appropriate power plug adapters and power transformers
- Avalanche Transceiver
- Adventure Sports Watch: such as Garmin fēnix 6
- GPS/Personal Satellite Communicator: such as Garmin inReach Mini
- Personal Power System: such as Goal Zero Nomad 28 Plus Solar Panel and Sherpa 100AC Power Bank
- Digital Entertainment: movies, tv shows, music, books loaded on to smartphone, iPad, Kindle
- Camera: bring extra batteries, charger, and memory cards
- Portable Travel Humidifier: battery powered
རི Ri Guides is recognized for well thought out strategy in leading high altitude climbing expeditions, as well as high-quality service throughout. We have a decade of experience in the planning and coordination of mountaineering expeditions. We strive to make each expedition the best possible experience for our climbers and focus on our 3 primary goals of success in reaching the summit, returning safely, and having fun! Safety is always our number one priority.
Our guides are some of the best and most experienced in the industry, having a strong grasp of technical climbing, expedition, and high-altitude experience, along with strong interpersonal skills. Our teams are small and equipped with the best support available to ensure the highest chance of success. We provide comfortable base camps, high-quality food, first-rate communications, and medical support services, all of which are overseen by a professional member of our team.
Most of our climbers have either climbed with us before, been referred by a friend who has climbed with us or met one of our teams while attempting another peak and decided to join us for their next expedition. We work hard to facilitate safe, successful, and enjoyable expeditions for all of our climbers. Our track record and past climber testimonials prove we are highly competent experts in our field and love what we do!