Mountains HeightsMountains HeightsThis trek demands crossing of two passes at an altitude of 5000 m and hence the expeditors having a good sum of trekking endurance and prior experience in trekking.
Day 01: Arrival in Manali
Day 02: Drive from Manali to Dhundi and Trek to Bakarthach/Luhali thach
Day 03: Bakarthach/Luhali Thach to Lady Leg Base Camp and Training
Day 04: Practice, Acclimatization and Move to Summit Camp
Day 05: Summit Camp to Friendship Peak Summit and Back to Lady Leg Base Camp
Day 06: Reserve Day for Summit
Day 07: Lady Leg Base Camp to Dhundi and Drive to Manali
Climbing ropes, Static and dynamic.
Helmet for head protection.
Ice Axe for balance, cutting, probing, extra security, support.
Harness, Carabiners for extra safety
Mountaineering Boots And Crampons to improve mobility on snow and ice during ice climbing.
Descender, Jumar, Pitons, siling (if required)
Any personal expenses.
Stay of last day in Manali hotel.
Porter for personal belongings.
Any item not mentioned in includes section.
Personal trekking equipment like, trekking pole, trekking shoes, jacket, trek pants, and backpack etc.
Any Sightseeing
Here is the detailed Itinerary for Friendship Peak Trek
All trekkers will be meeting in Manali Hotel.
Take rest at hotel after long journey.
after taking some rest, Our instructor will brief you about the whole upcoming journey
you can clear all your doubts regarding the expedition, check all important equipments mandatory for trekking.
overnight stay in Hotel.
Altitude gain: 2050m to 3280m
Drive: Manali to Dhundi, 22kms (1 – 1.5hrs)
Trek Distance: 3.5 kms (Dhundi to Luhali thach)
Trek duration: 2.5 – 3 hrs
Trail type: A bit steep in the beginning followed more or less moderate hike until the base camp
Difficulty level: Easy
Water source: Fewer sources therefore its recommended to carry 2 liters water per person
We start our drive to Dhundi after breakfast. The trek begins at Dhundi where we leave the road at Dhundi hydro project and start hiking through the right bank of beas river. The trail takes us to a plain meadow after about a 10-15min hike from where the pathway starts getting steep until we reach the ridge line which is covered with deodar forest. It is then followed by small ascends and descends through bushes further leading to open grasslands with Beas flowing on the left. Following the same trail on this narrow pathway surrounded by wild strawberries to munch on while hiking, we then come across a small river crossing across which lies our first base camp, Luhali thach.
Enjoy a delicious lunch in the lush green valleys of Beas and soak in nature. Rest for a while in the assigned tents or relax around nature after which everyone will be gathered for acclimatization walk/ height gain.
Acclimatization plays the most vital role in succeeding to summit any peak or complete any trek as it helps the body to adjust and synchronize with that particular temperature, climate and environment; without which one’s body may react adversely to the altitude gained and one may feel unpleasant, nauseous, headaches and unfit to continue with the expedition/trek. Hence, it’s mandatory for all the participants to participate actively in all the activities being conducted throughout the course of the expedition. Dinner at base camp and sleep under the blanket of million stars.
Altitude gain: 3280m to 3840m
Trek Distance: approx 4 kms
Trek duration: 3-4 hrs
Trail type: Steep climb
Difficulty level: Easy to moderate
Water source: 1-2 seasonal sources
Wake up to birds chirping and the river mildly roaring to a view of lush green surroundings walled up by mighty Dhauladhar with its enormous snow capped peaks kissing the heavens. Enjoy breakfast in the wild, pack up and begin with today’s hike through the beautiful meadows. The climb keeps getting more and more steep with every progressing step. After an hour or two of climbing through this section, we come across a small rocky patch which leads us to the base of the lady leg ridge. Keep following the trail up to the ridge line and we’re now faced with plain meadows, hike for 5-7 more minutes and you will see your campsite.
Enjoy lunch with a magnificent view of the summit surrounded by 6000er peaks all around. Establish/ check into the tents, rest for some time and get ready for introduction to the equipment, mountain terminologies and do’s & don’ts of mountains and camping followed by an integrated acclimatization walk and snow training. Hydrate yourselves with some hot soup and delicious dinner.
Altitude gain: 3840m to approx. 4300m
Trek Distance: approx 4.5 kms
Trek duration: 3-4 hrs
Trail type: Steep climb through rocky section and barren ridge line
Difficulty level: Easy to moderate
Water source: 2-3 streams in first stretch of the climb
Leave for advance base camp after breakfast. The path is through moraines and goes across several small streams for about 200mts after which the trail starts getting steep. The trail is well distinguished and leads to a huge cairn on the top of the ridge, behind which is the base camp.
Establish tents and settle in. Lunch is served; make sure not to skip meals as otherwise one might not feel strong enough to push for the summit at midnight.
Get ready for the last acclimatization walk and training. Equipment is assigned and everyone is trained well enough for the last time about how it is to be utilized. Today dinner will be served early at around 5-6pm after which we sleep for 5-6 hrs. Wake up at around 11:30pm and get ready with all the equipment, have a light meal and get ready for summit push by at least 12- 12:30am.
Altitude gain: 4300m to 5289m
Trek Distance: approx. 12kms
Trek duration: 10-12hrs
Trail type: Steep climb through moraine and snow
Difficulty level: Moderate to difficult
Water source: Fewer sources therefore carry at least 2lt per person
This is the last climb and therefore the most grueling part of the expedition. The initial section is through moraines (June-October) which further advances into snow. The climb is long and demands a strong body as well as mind. After traversing in the snow for about 3-4 hrs, we reach the first Col at almost sunrise. Col is a viewpoint from where we can enjoy the mesmerizing beas valley in the south to shimmering dhauladhar range in the south east. Hanuman Tibba standing tall in all its glory in the west turning from orange to yellow as the sunlight fills. Enjoy the once in a lifetime opportunity to experience the sunrise from 4800+ mt altitude.
Resume the trek by climbing up the ridge in the north for about 100mts, then start traversing left for another 300mts. Here we again start climbing up after crossing the first crevasse very carefully. It is at this point that the summit, our desired destination, comes into sight. After climbing for another hour, we reach the shoulder from where we again traverse a bit Head left and climb the ridge, continuing on the ridge that takes you to the summitsummit.
Enjoy your time at the summit; relish the surroundings and a panoramic view of the peaks of lesser Himalayan ranges. Capture some memories and descend back to the lady leg base camp. Rest and rejuvenate in the base camp.
Today we will keep the reserve day, if for some reason it is not summitted due to bad weather, then on this day we will again try to summit Mount Friendship Peak.
Altitude drop: 3840m to 2050m
Drive: Dhundi to Manali, 22kms (1 – 1.5hrs)
Trek Distance: approx. 7.5kms (Lady leg to Dhundi)
Trek duration: 3-4hrs
Trail type: Steep descend
Difficulty level: Easy to Moderate
Water source: 2-3 water sources
Today is our last wrap up day of the expedition. Wake up early and delight in the serene surroundings for one last time. Collect as many memories as possible as that is all that remains after the actual experience ends. Descend back to Dhundi where the cabs are waiting to be boarded to drive you back to Manali.
Our journey ends here. Please note, we try our level best to proceed as per the itinerary but in case of sudden weather change or other unforeseen circumstances which are unpredictable as well as unavoidable in such surroundings, the itinerary may be altered to best suit the situation at hand.
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