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Master the fundamentals of ski mountaineering in the snowy expanse of Hamta, Himachal Pradesh. This 6-day beginner-friendly course combines alpine skiing, avalanche safety, and mountain movement techniques in the pristine slopes of Sethan Village. Learn from certified instructors, use professional gear, and climb, skin, and ski through stunning backcountry terrain—reaching elevations up to 3,200 meters (10,499 feet). Perfect for adventurers transitioning from trekking to technical snow travel.
Bhuntar Airport
Chandigarh Railway Station
Manali Bus Stand
Accomodation in Sethan Village
🏔️ Elevation: 2,600 m (8,530 ft)
🚐 Transfer: Manali to Sethan
Arrive in Sethan, a tranquil alpine village near Manali. Meet your instructors, settle into your guesthouse or camp, and get familiar with the week ahead. Gear distribution follows—skis, boots, poles, avalanche equipment, and mountaineering tools. The evening theory session covers gear layering, physical prep, and course expectations.
Begin your ski journey with foundational drills—stance, gliding, snowplow braking, and basic turning. Train on gentle, groomed slopes ideal for first-timers. Focus on balance, coordination, and body awareness. A post-session video review offers insights into your form and progress.
Progress to snowplow turns, edge control, and smooth directional changes. Depending on conditions, practice ski lifts or skinning techniques. Get hands-on with mountaineering gear like crampons, ice axes, and skins. Evening sessions focus on avalanche awareness, terrain reading, and snow science basics.
Learn how to ascend snow slopes using ski skins, kick turns, and efficient pacing. Practice navigation with map and compass in alpine terrain. End the day with a short, guided backcountry descent—your first taste of touring in real Himalayan conditions.
Combine skiing with mountaineering skills as you navigate snow, rock, and ice. Learn to self-arrest with an ice axe, use crampons safely, and manage rope systems. A short ridge climb or summit attempt (weather permitting) adds a thrilling high-altitude challenge.
Put your new skills to the test with a full circuit: approach, climb, and ski descent. Instructors will conduct a practical assessment and share feedback. Recap key safety and movement techniques, then celebrate your progress with certificate distribution before departure.
Certified instructors for skiing and mountaineering
Shared accommodation in Sethan
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Local transport to skii slopes and training zones
Maps, classroom sessions, and learning materials
Course completion certificate
Emergency Kit: first aid and oxygen canister
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
Rental gear available at: Into Wild Himalaya Shop
Ski jacket and insulated ski pants
Thermal base layers (top and bottom)
Fleece or down mid-layer
Ski gloves and liner gloves
Ski goggles and sunglasses
Woolen cap and sun hat
High-ankle waterproof boots (for camp use)
Backpack (30–40L)
Water bottle or hydration pack
Sunscreen (SPF 30+) and lip balm
Personal toiletries and quick-dry towel
Headlamp with spare batteries
Personal medication and basic first aid
Note: All technical equipment (skis, boots, poles, helmet, avalanche gear, ice axe, crampons, rope, harness) is provided.
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/
