About
Black Peak, at 6387 meters/20960 feet, is the highest peak in the Saraswati mountain
range near Ruinsara Valley in Uttarakhand’s Garhwal Himalayas. Since the top part of
the peak resembles a Black Cobra, Black Peak is known as “Kalanag” in the local
dialect. It is the highest and most prominent peak in the Bandarpunch massif. The
climb to the summit of Black Peak is difficult and technical, with a gradual ascent
from the southern side eventually leading to a very steep summit climb with a near
70-degree incline and a 75-foot ice wall. Only experienced climbers choose it for a
once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
The Govind National Park area, which is known for its diverse flora and fauna,
includes Black Peak ( Kalanag ). Beautiful alpine meadows, pine trees, moraine
ridges, boulders, and glacier basins line the path leading to the peak. Being the
highest peak in the range between Saraswati Devi Parvat (Bandarpunch I, 6316 m) and
Hanuman Parvat (White Peak or Bandarpunch II, 6102 m), reaching the summit of the
Black Peak will require a lot of effort and experience, pushing you to your limits
while rewarding you with unparalleled views of the entire Bandarpunch family, an
achievement for any aspiring trekker and mountaineer.
Itinerary
Things to Carry
• Footwear: The trekking boots which must be waterproof and snow proof, normal boots,
floaters, and woolen socks.
• Backpack: (50 ltr), Daypack (20-30 ltr), Duffel bag.
• Clothes: Jacket and trousers that are both waterproof and breathable. Jacket
(synthetic or down feather fleece), synthetic insulated trousers, poncho,
sweatshirt, inner thermal (upper & lower), fleece, t-shirts, cotton trekking pants,
shorts.
• Season wise Clothes:
• Hand and head protection includes liner gloves, bandannas, sun hats, woollen caps,
and face masks, among other things.
• Accessories: Sunglasses/goggles, anti-glare lenses, water bottle, hydra bag, and
headlamp with spare bulb and extra batteries are all recommended.
• Trekking Gears: Toolkit for an emergency. Sunscreen, a toiletry pack, water
purification pills, Ziploc packs, ear plugs, first-aid kit, and the necessary
medications are all recommended.
• Camping Equipment: Sleeping bags of lining (extreme -5 to +5 Celsius if you have
one), trekking sticks, and so on.
• Warm top/light micro fleece pullover/full sleeve T shirt – 2/3.
• Water resistant/repellent trekking pants with an inner lining for added warmth- 2
High-quality windproof/water-resistant outer shell (jacket) with a proper hood.
• Thick Fleece / Full-sleeve Woollen Jumper, Down Jacket with at least 600 fill
capacity Innerwear with a thermal component (upper and lower).
• Woolen hat, inner fleece gloves, and outer water-resistant gloves.
• 4–5 pairs of thick woollen socks and standard socks, scarf/muffler (optional)
• Waterproof Trekking/Hiking shoes with a thick heel and high ankles that are
comfortable to wear. Sneakers/sport shoes are ideal for camp.
• Poncho or raincoat. A small, light-weight towel.
• A hydration pack and an insulated water bottle (optional)
• Sunglasses with UV cover and the potential to cut light, as well as a cap or
floppy hat to shield the strong sun off your skin (important when traversing through
snow)
• Trekking pole or sturdy walking stick Lip Balm, Sunscreen Lotion
• Flashlight / torch (with extra batteries) Medications, if any special prescription
is needed Toiletries for personal use
• Carry a rain cover over your luggage • Day pack/small bag that you can carry on
your back all day to keep your essentials in
• Keep a few poly bags or plastic containers in your bag to place your things in if
you need to in case of heavy weather.
Personal Medical Kit (MANDATORY FOR ALL)
• 10 Diamox tablets (to prevent AMS)
• Nifedipine – 5 pills Dexamethasone – one strip
• 6 tablets of Crocin (fever)
• 4 tablets of avomine (motion sickness) 4 capsules of Avil 25mg (allergies)
• 4 tablets of Combiflam (Pain killer)
• 6 tablets each of Norflox TZ and Lomofen (diarrhea) 10 tablets of Digene
(acidity)
• 10 Omez/Rantadine capsules (antacids) 3 to 5 metres of crepe bandage
• Keep a few poly bags or plastic containers in your bag to place your things in if
you need to in case of heavy weather.
• 1 tiny roll of gauze 10 strips of bandage 1 small roll of cotton 10 packets of
ORS
• Moov spray Betadine or other antiseptic cream (aches, & sprains)
• If you're vulnerable to knee injuries, you should wear a knee cap. Powder with
antifungal properties
What we'll give/What we won't:
Cost includes:
Transportation:
• Dehradun to Taluka and back by Bolero/ Sumo / Traveller.
Accommodation:
• Guest House at Sankri.
• Imported dome Tents at Seema.
• Imported dome Tents at Ruinsara.
• Imported dome Tents at Kyarkoti Base Camp.
• Imported dome Tents at Camp 1.
• Imported dome Tents at Camp 2.
• Imported dome Tents Camp 3.
Accommodations are designed on a double-sharing basis for Expedition.
Meals:
• Breakfast: Wake-up Tea/Coffee, Biscuits, Roti, Local Sabji, Aloo Paratha with
Achaar, Poha, Upma, Boiled Egg, Bread with Butter/Jam, Fruit, Besan Chulla, Pine
cake, Idly-Sambar, Pao-Vaji, Dosa etc.
• Lunch: Roti/Chapati, Rice/Chawal, Manchurian Rice, Salad, Dal (Rajma, Urad,
Arharh, Masoor), Mixed-Veg, Kofta Curry, Veg Biryani, Veg Pulao, Kathi Roll, Veg
Roll, Lemon Rice etc.
• Snacks: Tea, Coffee, Pakoda, Finger Chips, Matari, Veg Cutlet, Maggi, Soup,
Popcorn, Bread Cutlet, Samosa, Chowmin, Momo, Pizza etc.
• Dinner: Roti/Chapati, Rice/Chawal, Chicken Curry, Matar Paneer, Mixed Dal, Dal
Tadka, Palak Daal, Salad, Papad, Sweets (Gulab Jamun, Jalebi, Barfi, Ros Gulla),
Bread Pudding, Soan Papdi, Fruit Custard, etc.
Typical items included in the meals are:
• All meals from afternoon snacks at Sankri Guest House on the Arrival Day to
breakfast at Sankri guest house on the last Day are included.
• All meals from afternoon snacks at Sankri Guest House on the Arrival Day to
breakfast at Sankri guest house on the last Day are included.
• All meals from afternoon snacks at Sankri Guest House on the Arrival Day to
breakfast at Sankri guest house on the last Day are included.
Permit:
• Forest permit charges are included. IMF registration charge is also included.
Insurance:
• We provide Insurance to the clients for the expedition. Which has medical coverage
up
to INR 3,00,000/-
For more details regarding this call at +91-94581 18063.
Tent & Sleeping Bag:
• Imported Dome tents tested and approved by Discovery Hike Expedition team,
Mattresses
and down-feathered sleeping bags are specially designed to provide in the expedition
camps, along with in-built liner.
First Aid Kits:
• First aid kits are a crucial part of any expedition, especially in remote or
challenging environments. We have dedicated team to emphasize and design this part.
These kits are meticulously prepared and carried by dedicated expedition leaders and
guides, who are trained in emergency response and first aid. They include essentials
like bandages, antiseptics, pain relievers, and specialized equipment for serious
conditions. These kits ensure immediate, effective response to medical emergencies,
providing safety and peace of mind for participants.
Specialized Search & Rescue Team:
• We have dedicated team. They are trained to operate in advanced search and rescue
operations.
Note: Rescue costs are not included.
Adept Expedition Leaders and Team Members:
• Our local Himalayan team includes professional expedition leaders with
mountaineering
qualifications and familiarity with the local terrain. They have set various records
in
Mountaineering History. The team also includes well-trained guides, mountain chefs,
and
helpers.
Cost Excludes:
Food During Road Journey:
• Meals during the journey on the very 1st Day between Dehradun and Sankri are not
included. Meals during the returning journey back to Dehradun from Sankri on the
last day are not included.
Backpack Offloading Charges:
• An additional charge of INR 1000/- per bag per day for offloading, with a maximum
weight limit of 12 kg per backpack. If you want to offload your bag for entire
expedition from Dharkot to Camp 3 and back, the Rate will be INR 12,500/- per
person.
• Note: Suitcases/trolleys/duffel bags not allowed. Offloading during the expedition
is subject to prior arrangement.
Stay & Unplanned Transport:
• Accommodation in Dehradun and transportation not mentioned in the itinerary.
Personal Expenses:
• Any personal expenses not included in the package.
Rescue Costs:
• We will assist in arranging all aspects of the rescue operation. However, expenses for
any rescue operation to evacuate or assist expedition members are not included.
Others:
• Anything not listed in the inclusions.
