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Grip & Go: Bouldering for Beginners

  • Duration6 Days
  • Max. Group Size12
  • DifficultyEasy
  • Instructor to Student Ratio1:5
  • LocationSethan Village, Hampta Region
  • Basic Bouldering Certificate

Learn the art of bouldering in the granite-rich wilderness of Himachal’s Hamta region. This 6-day beginner course blends technical climbing, fall safety, strength training, and outdoor ethics—all set in the alpine beauty of Sethan Village. Guided by certified instructors, you’ll train on real rock, build confidence, and walk away with skills to climb anywhere.

Travel Information

Recommended Airport

Bhuntar Airport

Recommended Railway Station

Chandigarh Railway Station

Recommended Bus Stand

Manali Bus Stand

Meeting Point

Accomodation in Sethan Village

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Who is this for?

  • Beginners curious about climbing
  • Trekking lovers wanting new challenges
  • Fitness enthusiasts exploring climbing
  • Solo travelers or small groups
  • Teens and adults (16+) with basic fitness

What you'll learn

  • Climbing gear essentials and usage
  • Core movement and balance techniques
  • Fall safety and spotting methods
  • Strength and flexibility training
  • Outdoor climbing problem-solving
  • Climbing ethics and Leave No Trace
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Itinerary

Day 1Arrival & Orientation

🏔️ Elevation: 2,600 m (8,530 ft)

🚐 Transfer: Manali to Sethan

Arrive in Sethan and settle into your mountain home. Meet your instructors, get your gear, and dive into bouldering basics and climbing ethics.

Day 2Movement & Technique

Start your day with a light hike to nearby bouldering clusters surrounded by alpine forests. Warm up with stretching drills, then dive into foundational climbing techniques—body positioning, center of gravity, and dynamic vs. static movement. Practice footwork, flagging, and handhold transitions on beginner routes. The day ends with a session on route reading and problem-solving theory back at the base.

Day 3 Fall Safety & Drills

Refine your climbing control with footwork and flagging drills, and learn safe falling and spotting techniques through supervised practice sessions.

Day 4Strength & Mental Focus

Build core strength and flexibility through guided conditioning, then climb on mixed terrain with a focus on focus, breathwork, and confidence.

Day 5 Outdoor Climbing Exploration

Trek to remote bouldering sites in the Hamta region. Apply all techniques on real granite problems and participate in a fun group challenge.

Day 6Final Climbs & Wrap-up

Take on final climbs to showcase your progress, receive personalized feedback from instructors, and celebrate with certificates before departure.

Course Details

Inclusions

Certified climbing instructors specializing in bouldering

Use of technical gear (crash pads, chalk bags, climbing shoes if required)

Shared accommodation in Sethan 

All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Local transport for outdoor bouldering day

Training material and evening theory sessions

Course completion certificate

Emergency Kit: first aid and oxygen canister

Exclusions

Travel to/from Sethan Village

Personal clothing, gloves, and goggles

Personal toiletries and items of a personal nature

Photo/videography (available at extra charge)

Personal medications or insurance

 

Things you need to carry

Rental gear available at: Into Wild Himalaya Shop

  1. Climbing shoes (Available on rent)

  2. Chalk bag (Available on rent)

  3. Comfortable climbing attire (stretchable pants, t-shirts, thermals)

  4. Down jacket or insulated jacket for cold evenings

  5. Windproof/waterproof outer shell (jacket & pants)

  6. Warm fleece or woolen layers

  7. Woolen cap and sun cap

  8. Lightweight trekking/hiking shoes for approach walks

  9. Personal water bottle (minimum 1L)

  10. Sunglasses with UV protection

  11. Sunscreen (SPF 30 or above) and lip balm

  12. Personal toiletries and quick-dry towel

  13. Small backpack (20–30L) for carrying gear and water

  14. Headlamp or flashlight with extra batteries

  15. Personal medication and basic first aid kit

First Aid Kit

Safety is our top priority. Our guides are trained First Aid Responders and prepared for high-altitude situations. Every trek, expedition, and motorbike tour includes a comprehensive first aid kit tailored for remote and high-altitude environments.

Core Medical Supplies

  • Wound Care: Bandages, sterile gauze, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment

  • Blisters & Burns: Moleskin, burn gel, petroleum jelly

  • Fractures & Sprains: SAM splint, triangular bandage, compression wraps

  • Medications: Painkillers, antihistamines, anti-diarrheal, ORS, antacids, Diamox

  • Tools: Tweezers, scissors, gloves, CPR face shield, thermometer, pulse oximeter, whistle, mirror

Additional (for Remote/Extended Treks)

  • Tourniquet, emergency bandages, quick-clot gauze, sterile eye wash, foil blanket, water purification tablets

Optional Add-ons (As Needed)

  • Personal meds (inhalers, insulin, EpiPen)

  • Snake bite kit (in high-risk zones)

  • Tick remover (for forested routes)

High-Altitude Protocol

Above 4500 meters: A portable hypobaric chamber is always carried for emergency altitude management.

 

Cancellation Policy

  • More than 30 days before your trip: 90% refund

  • 15–30 days before: 50% refund

  • 7–14 days before: 25% refund

  • Less than 7 days or no-show: No refund

Custom/private trips: Booking advance is non-refundable. Last-minute changes are subject to availability and costs.

For more details on our cancellation policy, please refer to the following link:
https://iwhexpeditions.com/cancellation_policy/

FAQs

Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes, it’s designed for complete beginners with basic fitness.

What is the minimum age for participants?

Participants must be at least 16 years old and physically fit.

Is climbing gear provided or should I bring my own?

Crash pads and chalk bags are provided. Shoes available for rent.

What is cancellation policy?

For details on our cancellation policy, please refer to the following link:
https://iwhexpeditions.com/cancellation_policy/

Will I receive a certificate after the course?

Yes, participants completing the course receive a basic bouldering certificate.

What happens if weather affects the outdoor sessions?

Indoor theory or alternate practice sessions are conducted in case of bad weather.

Will I get mobile network or electricity?

Mobile coverage is limited and unreliable in Sethan.

What food is provided?

Nutritious vegetarian meals (dal, rice, pasta, eggs, soup). Non-veg (like tuna/chicken) may be served occasionally. Let us know in advance for dietary needs (Jain, gluten-free, etc.).

Is altitude sickness a concern in Sethan?

Unlikely. Sethan is at 2,600 m, generally safe with proper hydration.

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