miyar valley climbing
Days 15
May – Sep
6000+Mtr
F – ED
8 Pax
1 : 4
Exp. Preferred
Fit. High
There are more than 100+ peaks located in the whole region, most of them are virgin & waiting for their first ascent. Out of these around, 40+ peaks have been documented as summited or repeated via multiple routes in past years.
Miyar, is a very remote and fairly inaccessible valley at the extreme western corner of the large district of Lahaul and Spiti, in the state of Himachal Pradesh in India. It’s an infrequent area similar to Zanskar and local people in the area follow Buddhist customs and are mainly shepherds and farmers. This Valley has had a legendary status in climbers’ imaginations for decades. On all the sides of the river, there are snow-covered peaks abound, many of them remain unclimbed. Some of the most beautiful and most jagged ones are in Chhudong valley. You can only see these after a stiff hike up the side valley above Phalpu to the base of dominant Castle Peak and then perhaps up the incredible Chhudong/Tawa Glacier to Never seen Tower at nearly 6,000m. For many of the peaks in the Miyar valley, there are no records of prior ascents. We also oftentimes find no evidence of other humans visiting the summits of peaks before.
Itinerary & Details
Arrive Delhi. Meet Pahadi Bakra’s team member and transfer to the Hotel. Rest for the day. Overnight at Hotel.
We start of at evening for the overnight Bus journey to Manali. The bus departs Delhi at around 17:00hrs or using Private taxi/cab (subject to change / client’s preference). The accommodation on the bus is simple but adequate. Bus/Taxi will halt for dinner at descent hotel. Overnight in Bus.
We arrive at Manali at around 10:00hrs. where we are met and transferred to pre-booked hotel. After Lunch we explore Manali, an attractive and famous hill station. The trip orientation will follow in the evening where we discuss the upcoming trek. Get your equipment checked by our leaders and We have a late afternoon team briefing and then dinner together. Overnight in Hotel.
This is a long driving day (6hrs). We make an early start and drive towards Khanjar, Udaipur, Lahaul Valley. Udaipur is a sub-divisional headquarters of Lahaul and gets its name from Raja Udai Singh of Chamba. It is famous for 2 unique temples – Trilokinath and Margul Devi. From here we further on to Khanjar. On clear day Khanjar offers view of dreamy starry sky. Enjoy the night under the sky while experiencing local culture. Overnight in Home stay.
We start our trek after the breakfast. Miyar valley has multiple flat grounds, and trek till the base of Kang La is very gradual. We would be setting our camps near Thanpattan before setting our base camp just below Castle peak.
Miyar valley has 4 glcier which falls right side of the Miyar nala. Base we have established gained us the access to all the major peaks with only half day approach. This 7 days will be used for climbing multiple objectives.
After a relax start in the morning we start to drive towards Manali after having a heavy breakfast. Enroute we visit famous temple of Udaipur & Trilokinath. We’ll reach Manali 13:00hrs. Where we clean up and relax after a bit. We have a free time in night to do shopping. Farewell dinner with the whole staff. Overnight in Hotel.
Afternoon we drive to Bus Stand We should arrive 30 Min prior to departure time to board the pre-booked bus, the overnight Seater Volvo Bus to Delhi, which departs at around 1400hrs. Enroute bus will stop for Dinner at some descent Hotel. Overnight sleeper train.
Arrive Delhi around 8:00hrs. Meet and transfer to Airport or Railway Station. You can book the flight / Train after 12:00hrs, As sometime bus got delayed by hour or two.
- Accommodations as per the Itinerary
- International mountain guide fees
- Guide with First aid Certification
- Porters, liaison officer, Camp staff
- Breakfast and dinner in the during stay at town / city
- All food and lodging during the trek and climb. No expense is spared in providing high-quality food. (If you have particular dietary requirements, please give us specific details and we will accommodate your needs.
- All transportation as per the Itinerary
- All group equipment needed to reach Base Camp and climb the mountain: cooking gear, fuel, stoves, ropes, all forms of rock and ice protection, radio communications, medical supplies etc.
- Medical personal (Available at till Base Camp Only)
- Climbing permit & Park / Forest fee
- Waste disposal bags
- Wire transfer fee (if applicable)
- IFMGA-certified mountain guide fees (You need to inform us prior to book)
- India entry visa and airport fees (If Required)
- Any extra nights’ lodging
- Single room supplement
- Meals not listed above
- All personal snack/lunch food
- Alcoholic beverages and bottled drinks (bottled water)
- International & Domestic Airfare / Trainfare
- Excess baggage charges and airport taxes
- Any transportation not mentioned
- Personal gear, clothing and sleeping equipment
- Forest Charges for carrying still/video cameras etc.
- Personal communication (phone, fax, email)
- All expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evacuation fees, transport, extra hotel nights, etc.)
- Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of Pahadi Bakra Adventure
- Insurance. Climbers are required to have a comprehensive medical insurance policy in order to embark on this expedition.
We are currently organizing the treks for private groups only. Our expeditions are safe and all the required security measurements are taken as per the guidelines. Please contact us for Group costing.
Payment Policy:
- A deposit of 25% of the complete trip Amount is due at the time of registration to reserve the expedition.
- All balances are due 60 days prior to expedition start date, unless otherwise specified, and can be paid by check, bank transfer, UPI or by credit / debit card with a 3% fee.
- Participants whose balances are not received by the 60-day deadline as stated above, unless otherwise specified.
- Each deposit includes a 10% non-refundable fee.
- 25% cancellation of the package cost after confirmation/issuing the hotel voucher.
- 30% cancellation of the package cost Between 60 to 45 days of the traveling date.
- 50% cancellation of the package cost Between 44 to 30 days of the traveling date.
- 100% cancellations Between 29 – 0 days of the travels date.
- 10% amount is non-refundable at any point.
- If the customer cancels his/her booking because of reasons like Illness, personal problems death, accident or No Shows amount will be deducted according to the policy.
- All cancellations must have interacted in writing.
- Policy may be different for Foreigners or International traveler / participants.
TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE
- As there are many unforeseen circumstances that may occur during or leading up to the trip, we highly recommend trip cancellation insurance.
- In many situations, this may be the only way to receive a refund for unused services.
- In brief, trip cancellation insurance may allow you to get reimbursed if you need to cancel your expedition when you are not entitled to a refund from Pahadi Bakra.
- Train / Flight reservations for your expedition should be made as soon as possible.
- Please forward a copy of your travel itinerary before final payment so we can review departure and arrival dates.
- We make hotel arrangements to meet individual itineraries.
- Visas & Passports To enter India – You must have a passport that is up to date and valid for at least six months after the end of your intended trip in order to enter India.
- Citizens of SARC nations do not need visas, but they must have a valid form of identification with them at all times (see country-specific rules before travelling).
- It is the responsibility of participant to ascertain and meet entrance criteria for their passports or nationalities.
- We are delighted to assist with this procedure. We advise you to review the entry requirements on the relevant country’s official website.
Flying to Delhi : Delhi has a big airport, connected with almost all the major International & Domestic Airports. This trip requires that you arrive in Delhi on Day 1 of your expedition. Early afternoon arrival is preferred. The airport in New Delhi is challenging for pickups due to its size and the unpredictable length of time to clear customs. A taxi will take you to your hotel. Departure: You may fly out any time after 12:00 Hrs on the last day of your itinerary.
Train to Delhi : Delhi has multiple Railway station which are connected to all the major railway station on India. With Old Delhi (DLI), New Delhi (NDLS) & Hazrat Nizzamuddin (NZM) being the most connected, they are also well connected by the Metro network. Taxi driver will pick you up from the Railway at the time of arrival and transfer you directly to the Hotel.
Early Arrival/Late Departure: For those arriving early or departing after the scheduled itinerary, we can make hotel and transport arrangements at an additional cost. Please contact our office in advance if you would like us to make additional reservations.
Missed Flights / Trains: If you miss your flight / Train or if your flight / Train is significantly delayed, please contact Swapnil Rachelwar on +91 94076 89444 and follow the prompt for 24-hour contact. Citizens of SARC nations do not need visas, but they must have a valid form of identification with them at all times (see country-specific rules before travelling). Participants are responsible for determining and meeting entry requirements for their passports or nationalities.
EXPENSES
For purchases and supplemental costs in India, we advise combining cash and credit/debit cards. After Manali, there aren’t many establishments that accept cards or UPI permits, therefore we advise you to bring additional cash. Request modest denominations of change when exchanging money because bigger note change is difficult to get outside of major cities. Alcoholic beverages and bottled beverages are not included with your meals, and as we do not promote the use of single-use plastic, it is advised that you bring your own water bottle. If you intend to purchase refreshments (which are not permitted during the excursion), please bring some additional cash. Ahead of Schedule/Evacuation You are in charge of paying any costs incurred (such as extra hotel nights, transportation costs, and evacuation fees) if you have to leave the adventure before it is finished. It is advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance so that these expenses may be paid for should they arise.
TIPPING
Every effort is made by our staff to make sure your trip or excursion is successful, safe, and as fun as possible. Gratuities are a great way to express your gratitude after a satisfying encounter. Since we think gratuities should depend on the quantity and quality of services, as well as an amount that fits your budget, it’s challenging to suggest a precise sum. Your lead guide and coordinator can accept any contributions to the guides’ tip fund, and the entire team will be grateful.
What to expect from this expedition
Miyar has all types of peaks, be it easy scrambling or highly technical and complex big wall. Thus our focus on preparation should be based upon the objectives. On climbing trips, one is required to stay at high altitudes for lengthy periods of time and hence acclimatization is always a big concern. The approach treks can also throw a bit of surprise largely because of the unpredictable nature of the terrain and the snow/ ice conditions in the high mountains and hence we always have a contingency day of two built into the plan. Due to the very small window for climbing, we must have to plan and execute accordingly.
These trips would last more than two weeks and go to wild, remote places completely cut off from civilization. Miyar valley has hundreds of peaks graded from easy F to extreme ED. Our approach will depend upon the group’s requirement, experience and predecided objective. Mental preparation and Physical fitness will play a key role in climbing these alpine rock peaks. Thus Some training up before the trip would help. Prior High altitude Himalaya trekking & Climbing experience is required as per the objectives.
Note on Itinerary: Each day we will try to have some free time so one is not always on a guided tour. While we often eat meals together, they will not be pre-arranged which will allow us the flexibility to eat at local establishments or at more preferred hours. Hotels are subject to change. Although we do our very best to follow the schedule listed, this itinerary is subject to change due to inclement weather, unsafe route conditions, or other reasons beyond our control and in the guide’s best judgement.
Private Expedition
We believe any expedition or tour is the ideal setting for making new acquaintances and lasting relationships, but in particular circumstances, a privately led trip is required. Pahadi Bakra has organised private expeditions, trips, and journeys to almost all regions of the nation during the previous ten years. A private tour is a fantastic opportunity to personalise your experience and keep team sizes to a manageable number.
This option is ideal for anybody who has a certain start date, needs a custom itinerary, or unique trip extras, or needs a lengthier itinerary to give themselves more time to acclimatise. It’s also great for filmmakers and non-profit fundraising trips.
If you would like more information on the above please contact Swapnil Rachelwar directly to help you plan your next travel experience.
Why Book With Us
Each of our programmes is based on Leave No Trace principles, and we want everyone who joins us to be aware of appropriate wilderness and environmental standards. By providing each of our clients with Leave No Trace instruction and resources, we contribute to this effort. The LNT Outdoor Ethics are tried-and-true, science-based approaches to the preservation of the environment. In order to provide individuals the creative knowledge and skills they need to care for the environment, we also run educational and cleaning activities.
Our team make us who we are. We are a team of people that share the same understanding of and commitment to principles. These people are committed to imparting their knowledge to others. Many of our tour guides have more than 10 years of experience, and a few of them have been in business for more than 35 years. Our guides have a strong reputation in the climbing community as a result of their work and services. The main distinction between us and our rivals is the calibre of our guides and staff.
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