Detailed Route
Garur Peak Expedition Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
Itinerary spanning 9 days starting from Badrinath.
Standard RouteThis is the standard mountain pacing for this trek. Specific operators may add an acclimatization day or alter the starting point. Check individual operator schedules for their exact logistics.
Duration
9 Days
Total Distance
80 KM
Max Altitude
19,652 FT
Trek Type
linear
Permits Required Before You Go
Permit Cost
Foreigner Process
IMF peak booking registration, Inner Line Permit (if near border), and mountaineering visa.
Nearest Embassy Hub
New Delhi
Day by Day Breakdown
Drive Dehradun to Joshimath (6,150ft)
Drive via Panch Prayag junctions. 9 hrs.
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Drive Joshimath to Badrinath (10,830ft)
Short drive. Acclimatization and evening temple visit.
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Trek Badrinath to Charan Paduka & Garur Base Camp (14,800ft)
Climb past Charan Paduka shrine into the high valley.
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Acclimatization and Training Day at Base Camp
Review of crampons, rope-up procedures, and basic self-arrest.
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Trek Base Camp to Garur High Camp (17,200ft)
Ascend rocky ridge and lateral moraine to establish high camp.
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Staying At
SUMMIT PUSH: High Camp to Garur Summit (19,652ft) & return to BC
Alpine start at 2 AM. Negotiate glacier and 40-degree snow gully. Descend to BC.
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Trek Base Camp to Badrinath & Drive to Joshimath
Descend to Badrinath and drive to Joshimath.
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Drive Joshimath to Dehradun
Return drive. End of expedition.
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Weather Buffer Day
Reserved in case of bad weather on summit day.
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Trek Extensions & Add-ons
Badrinath Heritage Walk
+1 DayExplore local traditional temples and villages in the base region.
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