Black Peak Expedition
A 15‑day technical expedition to Black Peak in Uttarakhand, involving glacier navigation, a 75‑ft ice wall, and a summit push. The trek includes multiple camps, a buffer day, and extensive acclimatization.
Services:
Dehradun to Dehradun.
Region:
Uttarakhand, India
Best Months:
May June Sep Oct
Difficulty:
Challenging
Distance:
75
Km
Trail:
Technical expedition
Max Alt:
6387
m
Duration:
15
Days
Highlights
Peaks you may see
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Itinerary
Daywise Itinerary
DAY
1
8–10 Hours
Dehradun to Sankri (1,950 m)
Drive through the beautiful Tons Valley | Check into the guest house | Team meet & greet and briefing
ALTITUDE
1950 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Begin the expedition with a scenic drive from Dehradun to Sankri through the beautiful Tons Valley. Upon arrival, check into the guest house, meet the expedition team, complete final preparations, and attend the expedition briefing.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Guest House stay
Network:
Yes
Meals:
TBD
DAY
2
6–8 Hours
Drive to Dhatmeer & Trek to Seema (2,600 m)
Reach Dhatmeer | Trek through dense forests, traditional Himalayan villages, and riverside trails | Reach Seema campsite
ALTITUDE
2600 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Drive from Sankri to Dhatmeer and begin trekking through dense forests, traditional Himalayan villages, and riverside trails. Reach Seema campsite and settle into tents for the night.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
3
5–7 Hours
Trek from Seema to Rainbasera (3,100 m)
Stunning expansive meadows of Devsu Bugyal | View of surrounding peaks, including Black Peak
ALTITUDE
3100 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Ascend gradually through the expansive meadows of Devsu Bugyal, one of the most beautiful alpine pastures in the region. The trail offers impressive views of the surrounding peaks, including Black Peak, before reaching Rainbasera campsite.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
4
4–6 Hours
Trek from Rainbasera to Ruinsara Tal (3,600 m)
Stunning glacial Ruinsara Tal | Lakeside camping with views of snow-clad peaks and glaciers.
ALTITUDE
3600 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Continue trekking through alpine terrain to the stunning glacial lake of Ruinsara Tal. Camp beside the lake and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding snow-clad peaks and glaciers.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
5
5–7 Hours
Trek from Ruinsara Tal to Kyarkoti Base Camp (4,050 m)
Gradual ascent as you move deeper into Garhwal Himalayas| Reach Kyarkoti Base Camp | Prepare for higher altitude climbing
ALTITUDE
4050 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Gradually gain altitude while moving deeper into the remote Garhwal Himalayas. Reach Kyarkoti Base Camp, the main staging point for the Black Peak expedition, and prepare for higher altitude climbing.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
6
5–7 Hours
Base Camp to Advanced Base Camp (4,500 m)
Establish Advanced Base Camp. Introduction to the glacier environment | Acclimatisation before moving higher
ALTITUDE
4500 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Move through moraine fields and glacial terrain to establish Advanced Base Camp. This stage introduces climbers to the glacier environment and provides valuable acclimatization before moving higher.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
7
5–7 Hours
Acclimatization, Training & Load Ferry
Acclimatization hikes, technical mountaineering practice, and load ferrying | Rope techniques, crampon skills, glacier travel, and movement on snow and ice
ALTITUDE
4500 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
A dedicated day for acclimatization hikes, technical mountaineering practice, and load ferrying. Training includes rope techniques, crampon skills, glacier travel, and movement on snow and ice.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
8
5–7 Hours
Advanced Base Camp to Camp 1 (5,050 m)
Glaciated terrain | Crevasse zones and snowfields | Reach Camp 1 and settle | Continue acclimatisation
ALTITUDE
5050 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Ascend through glaciated terrain while negotiating crevasse zones and snowfields. Reach Camp 1 and settle in while continuing to acclimatize at higher altitude.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
9
4–6 Hours
Camp 1 to Summit Camp (5,500 m)
Reach Summit Camp | Afternoon for rest, hydration, and final preparations for the summit attempt
ALTITUDE
5500 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Continue climbing over snow-covered terrain and glacier sections to reach Summit Camp. The afternoon is reserved for rest, hydration, and final preparations for the summit attempt.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
10
12–16 Hours
Summit Attempt: Black Peak (6,287 m) & Return to Summit Camp
Midnight start to Black Peak summit using fixed ropes | Descend back to Summit Camp
ALTITUDE
6287 m
TIMELINE
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DETAILS
Begin the summit push around midnight, ascending steep snow slopes and technical sections using fixed ropes where required. After reaching the summit of Black Peak, the highest peak in the Bandarpunch range, descend carefully back to Summit Camp.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
11
6–8 Hours
Summit Camp to Base Camp
Descent back to Base Camp | Focus on safe descent, recovery, and celebrating the summit success
ALTITUDE
4050 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Undertake a long descent from Summit Camp through Camp 1 and glacial terrain back to Base Camp. The day focuses on safe descent, recovery, and celebrating the summit success.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
12
5–7 Hours
Base Camp to Ruinsara Tal
Reach Ruinsara Tal | More recovery
ALTITUDE
3600 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Retrace the route down through alpine valleys and moraine sections to Ruinsara Tal. The lower altitude provides a welcome opportunity for recovery after the summit phase.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
13
7–9 Hours
Ruinsara Tal to Seema
Long day of trekking back to Seema | Spectacular scenery throughout
ALTITUDE
2600 m
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
One of the longest trekking days of the expedition, descending through meadows, forests, and mountain trails back to Seema. The day requires endurance but offers spectacular scenery throughout.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
Tents
Network:
No
Meals:
TBD
DAY
14
4–6 Hours
Seema to Dhatmeer
Route transitions back to road travel | Relaxation and reflection evening
ALTITUDE
TBD
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Complete the final trekking section to Dhatmeer, where the expedition transitions from trekking back to road travel. The evening is spent relaxing and reflecting on the expedition.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
TBD
Network:
Yes
Meals:
TBD
DAY
15
8–10 Hours
Dhatmeer to Dehradun
Drive back to Dehradun | Expedition concludes
ALTITUDE
TBD
TIMELINE
Timeline entries
DETAILS
Drive back to Dehradun through the scenic valleys of Uttarakhand. The expedition officially concludes upon arrival.
AMENITIES & SERVICES
Accommodation:
TBD
Network:
Yes
Meals:
TBD
Logistics
Pickup / Reporting
City:
content
Time:
timining
Location:
content
If using Adventhrill pickup (add-on), selection during booking.
Drop‑off
Location:
location
ETA:
ETA
Onward after:
Onward after:
Transport & Notes
Modes:
Eligibility & Health
Who Can Participate
Minimum Age: 14+
Fitness Criteria
Run 5 km in 30 min (no stress) or 10 km in 70 min
Or cycle 18 km in 50 min
Carry 10–12 kg backpack (or 3–5 kg if offloading)
Health & Awareness
Pulse (rest): 60–100
Please consult if you have:
Liver/kidney issues
Uncontrolled diabetes, asthma, heart problems, hypertension
Pacemaker implant
Sinus issues, epilepsy — consult coordinator
Inclusions & Exclusions
Available Safety Equipment
AED
Automated External Defribillator
Gamow/PAC HAPO Bag
Portable hyperbaric chamber for AMS
Satellite phone
Satellite connectivity for remote areas
Inclusions
Stay & Food
ACCOMMODATION
Team & Support
Base camp manager
Equipment & Facilities
Sleeping bag & liner (on demand)
FIRST AID & SAFETY
Medical kit
Transport & Services
Pipalkoti ↔ Jumma
Exclusions
NOT INCLUDED IN PACKAGE
What people say
Neetu Sharma
An unforgettable trek — well organised, supportive team and epic views. Highly recommend Adventhrill!
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