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Step into the icy wilderness of Lahaul Valley for a 7-day beginner-friendly ice climbing course. Master the use of crampons, axes, anchors, and rappelling techniques while ascending frozen waterfalls and vertical ice faces. Learn from expert instructors in the heart of Himachal’s winter landscape, reaching altitudes up to 3,200 meters (10,499 feet). Ideal for those looking to elevate their alpine skills in one of India’s most dramatic high-altitude terrains.
Bhuntar Airport
Chandigarh Railway Station
Manali Bus Stand
Manali
🏔️ Altitude: 2,050 meters (6,726 feet)
Arrive in Manali by afternoon and meet your instructors. Get briefed on the course plan and fitted with gear—ice axe, crampons, harness, helmet. Discuss cold layering, boot fitting, and safety basics. Overnight stay in a warm guesthouse to aid acclimatization.
🚗 Driving Distance: 65 km (40 miles)
⏱️ Driving Time: ~2.5 hours via Atal Tunnel
Cross into the icy world of Lahaul Valley through the Atal Tunnel. Acclimatize with a scenic walk and settle into camp or guesthouse. Evening session covers terrain reading, ice types, and cold environment risk zones. Get introduced to your climbing zone.
Start training with footwork techniques—flat-footing, front-pointing, and balance drills. Practice self-arrest using an ice axe on moderate slopes. Instructors guide you on safe movement across frozen terrain. Wrap up with an evening session on ice hazard awareness.
Advance to controlled vertical movement using ice tools. Practice tool placements, swing techniques, and three-point climbing form. Learn partner safety checks, communication, and proper belaying on ice. Begin climbing short top-rope ice routes under supervision.
Drill anchor building with ice screws and V-thread setups. Practice rappelling down vertical ice using different systems. Learn safety checks, emergency descent methods, and crevasse awareness. A cold injuries first-aid session wraps up the day.
Climb frozen waterfalls and steeper ice features. Simulate emergency rescues with assisted lowers and belay escapes. Push your limits with instructor-guided routes. Review key safety protocols and log your climb progress.
🚗 Driving Distance: 65 km (40 miles)
⏱️ Driving Time: ~2.5 hours via Atal Tunnel
Take on your final ice route—climb, anchor, descend—with instructor observation. Receive your Certificate of Completion and recap the course highlights. Drive back to Manali in the afternoon for onward travel or rest.
Certified ice climbing instructors and technical support
6 nights’ accommodation (Manali and Lahaul – guesthouse or camp)
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Local Group transport to climbing zones
Classroom theory sessions and hands-on field instruction
Course completion certificate
Emergency Kit: first aid and oxygen canister
Travel to and from Manali (start/end point)
Personal clothing, gloves, and goggles
Personal toiletries and items of a personal nature
Expenses due to weather delays or changes in itinerary
Personal travel and accident insurance (mandatory)
Staff tips or voluntary gratuities
Rental gear available at: Into Wild Himalaya Shop
Insulated waterproof jacket and snow pants
Thermal base layers (2 sets)
Fleece or mid-layer jacket
Woolen beanie, gloves (2 pairs), and neck gaiter
Woolen socks (3 pairs)
Crampon-compatible trekking boots
Sunglasses, sunscreen (SPF 30+), and lip balm
Headlamp with extra batteries
Water bottle (1–2L)
Backpack (30–40L)
Toiletries, towel, and basic personal meds
Notepad and pen for theory sessions
Note: All technical gear is provided; bring your own clothing and boots.
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.
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/
