Detailed Route
Nanda Ghunti Peak Expedition Itinerary — Day by Day Route & Camps
Itinerary spanning 15 days starting from Sutol.
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
15 Days
Total Distance
80 KM
Max Altitude
20,699 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)
scenic drive via Panch Prayag. 9 hrs.
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Drive Joshimath to Ghat & Trek to Sutol (7,100ft)
Drive to Ghat, trek to Sutol village. Establish camp.
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Trek Sutol to Latakhop (10,500ft)
Climb through thick oak and pine forests. 6 hrs.
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Trek Latakhop to Homkund Base Camp (13,200ft)
Trek above tree line past glacial streams. 6 hrs.
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Rest & Puja Ceremony at Base Camp
Rest day. blessing puja ceremony. Gear check.
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Technical Training Day at Base Camp
Review rope-up protocols and crampon usage on ice.
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Load Ferry: BC to Camp 1 (16,500ft)
Carry equipment over moraine to Camp 1 site.
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Staying At
Move and Establish Camp 1 (16,500ft)
Trek and establish Camp 1 on the snowline.
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Staying At
Load Ferry to Summit Camp / Camp 2 (18,500ft)
Ascend steep snow slope carrying high camp gear. Return to Camp 1.
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Staying At
Move and Establish Summit Camp / Camp 2 (18,500ft)
Pitch tents at 18,500ft. Prepare for alpine start.
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Staying At
SUMMIT DAY: Camp 2 to Nanda Ghunti (20,699ft) & return to BC
Alpine start at 1 AM. Scale 45-degree snow-ice ridge. Summit. Descend to BC.
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Weather Buffer Day
Reserved for bad weather.
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Trek BC to Latakhop
Descend to Latakhop campsite. 6 hrs.
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Trek Latakhop to Sutol & Drive to Joshimath
Trek to Sutol and drive to Joshimath town.
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Drive Joshimath to Dehradun
Return drive. End of expedition.
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Trek Extensions & Add-ons
Sutol Heritage Walk
+1 DayExplore local traditional temples and villages in the base region.
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