About the Friendship Peak Climbing Expedition – Indian Himalayas
The Friendship Peak Climbing Expedition is one of India’s most popular 6000m Himalayan summit climbs, ideal for trekkers and entry-level mountaineers seeking a rewarding high-altitude challenge. Located near Manali in Himachal Pradesh, Friendship Peak (5,289 m) offers breathtaking views of the Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges, making it a perfect introduction to Himalayan mountaineering.
This Friendship Peak climbing expedition begins with an acclimatization trek through alpine meadows, pine forests and traditional villages before reaching the higher slopes of the peak. Climbers train in essential mountaineering techniques such as cramponing, ice-axe use, snow climbing, self-arrest and rope safety. The ascent includes glacier sections and steep snow slopes that create a thrilling but achievable summit experience.
With certified guides, structured acclimatization, high-altitude camps and full expedition support, this Friendship Peak climbing expedition provides a safe and professionally guided path to a 5000m+ summit. It is also an excellent progression climb for those preparing for peaks like Kang Yatse, Stok Kangri, Mentok Kangri or Ladakhi Peak.
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Learn more about Friendship Peak here:
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HIGHLIGHTS:
Ideal first Himalayan mountaineering experience for beginner climbers
Located near Manali, Himachal Pradesh in the Pir Panjal Range
Includes training in ice axe use, crampons, rope systems and glacier travel
Led by certified mountaineering guides and safety-trained instructors
Follows national and state adventure safety guidelines (ATOAI / ATOAHP / ATOAM)
Access to Himalaya’s local rescue support network with proven record
Structured itinerary with acclimatization, briefings and risk assessment
Stunning views of Hanuman Tibba, Shitidhar, Indrasan and Deo Tibba
Pick up from New Delhi airport
Guests will be received at the airport followed by a transfer to a hotel, where you will be staying overnight.
Travelling Distance: 570 km
Travelling Time: 16 hours
Following a full day’s sightseeing in the vibrant Delhi City, we will then transfer you to the bus station. Overnight bus journey, fully air conditioned and comfortable to make the journey more relaxing.
Upon arrival in Manali, we will check you into your hotel and let you freshen up and relax. In the afternoon we will visit Hadima Devi Temple and will take a walk around the area to ensure you acclimatise in the evening. We will also check out the equipment. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Altitude: 3500 m
After breakfast in the morning we will drive to Solang and then trek to Bakarthach. En route we will be trekking through the lush green valley and thick forests. Upon arrival in camp we will have dinner and spend the night in tents.
After breakfast in the morning we will begin our training in practicing cramponing, jummaring, rappelling and other techniques of ice craft as well as how to rope up and talking about the various mountaineering techniques which will be used on the day of summiting. Overnight stay in camp.
Part 2 of expedition techniques training. Techniques covered in part 1 will be reassessed to ensure you fully understand.
After breakfast we will be trekking to the base camp of Friendship Peak. Overnight stay in tents.
Our mountaineering advance team leaders ensure that the route from base camp to summit is fixed with ropes wherever it is required. In the evening we will have a meeting to prepare ourselves for the summit attempt. It is always advisable to check all your mountain gear before the final push e.g. checking shoes with crampons, ice axe, gaiters, snow goggle, water bottle, dry fruits, chocolates, electoral powder etc.
The summit day has arrived and we have to get ready with our crampons & headlight. We will depart camp at 2am to make the best of the weather and good views with all team members roped in their groups. The route had already been cleared by the advance recce group; therefore it will be easy for us to scale the peak via south east ridge. Once the peak has been summited you will have the opportunity to have a short rest & photography session, before we start the descent safely back to summit camp, which we will reach by the late afternoon.
After breakfast we will pack up and begin trekking back to Bakarthach and spend overnight in tents.
We will trek to Solang where we will then be driven back to hotel in Manali for overnight stay.
Travelling Distance: 570 km
Travelling Time: 16 hours
Morning will be spent looking around Manali before being transferred to AC Volvo bus for overnight journey back to New Delhi.
You will be transferred to the Indira Gandhi International Airport where you will depart to your onward destination.
Team Leader (Mountaineering Qualified and First Aid responder).
Technical Guides for leading the climb.
All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner & dining.
All accommodation including hotels/tents en route.
All transportationas required in the itinerary.
Team: A cook, helpers and horse handlers.
Horses/porters to carry the Equipment.
All group equipment (tents, ropes, temporary kitchen, radios, technical equipment etc.)
All medical supplies for the group.
Oxygen Canisters as required for the climb.
Personal clothing and equipment.
Travel insurance and other emergencies.
Visa fees and entry clearing fees.
Single room accommodation.
Alcoholic/bottled beverages.
Photographic accessories such as cameras etc.
Satellite telephone calls.
Any rescue costs or costs of early departure from the expedition.
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https://iwhexpeditions.com/cancellation_policy/
