Mt. Bandarpunch (6316 m) is one of the most beautiful peaks in the western Garhwal Himalaya, located within the pristine Govind Pashu Vihar National Park.
The name “Bandarpunch,” meaning “Monkey’s Tail,” comes from Hindu mythology, where Lord Hanuman is believed to have rested in this region. The snow ridge resembles a monkey’s tail, giving the mountain its name.
The Bandarpunch massif includes:
- Bandarpunch I – 6316 m
- Bandarpunch II – 6102 m
- Kalanag (Black Peak) – 6387 m
The expedition combines trekking through dense forests, glacier travel, and moderate technical climbing. From the summit, climbers enjoy breathtaking views of Kalanag, Jogin Peaks, Sudarshan Parbat, Chandra Parbat, and Satopanth.
Your package at a glance
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Included
- IMF climbing permit
- Forest permits & expedition permissions
- Liaison Officer fees
- Hotel accommodation
- All meals during expedition
- Transportation (Delhi–Delhi)
- Base Camp & camping equipment
- Professional guides & Sherpas
- Porters / ponies (40 kg per climber)
- Satellite phone
- Kitchen & cooking staff
- First aid & oxygen
- GST
Excluded
- Flights
- Personal climbing gear
- Travel & rescue insurance
- Personal porter
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- Weather delay costs
Tour itinerary
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19 Nights / 20 Days
Mt. Bandarpunch Expedition – 6316 m
Day 1 – Arrival in Delhi (216 m)
Upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport, our representative will receive you and transfer you to the hotel. Expedition briefing and preparation will take place in the evening.
Overnight: Hotel in Delhi
Day 2 – Delhi: Expedition Preparation
Visit the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) for expedition briefing and complete necessary formalities with the liaison officer.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Delhi
Day 3 – Delhi to Rishikesh (250 km / 6–7 hrs)
Drive from Delhi to Rishikesh, a scenic town located along the sacred Ganges River and known as the gateway to the Himalayas.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Rishikesh
Day 4 – Rishikesh to Uttarkashi (170 km / 6–7 hrs)
Drive through beautiful Himalayan landscapes following the Bhagirathi River to reach Uttarkashi, an important mountaineering hub.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Uttarkashi
Day 5 – Uttarkashi to Sukhi Village
Drive to Sukhi Village, the starting point for the trekking approach to Bandarpunch.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Camp / Guesthouse
Day 6 – Sukhi Village to Forest Camp
Begin trekking through dense forests and alpine landscapes toward Forest Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Camping
Day 7 – Forest Camp to Base Camp
Continue the trek along the Chaiyaan Gad valley to reach the Base Camp of Mt. Bandarpunch.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Base Camp
Day 8 – Base Camp Acclimatization
Rest and acclimatization day. Climbers review equipment and practice basic glacier travel techniques.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Base Camp
Climbing Phase
Day 9–15 – Climbing Period & Summit Attempt
During this period the expedition team will:
- Establish higher camps
- Fix climbing routes
- Carry equipment to higher elevations
- Acclimatize gradually
The summit attempt will be made during the best weather window.
The summit of Mt. Bandarpunch (6316 m) offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan ranges and glaciers.
After the summit climb, the team will descend safely back to Base Camp.
Meals: All meals including high altitude expedition food
Return Journey
Day 16 – Base Camp to Forest Camp | Trek 12 km
Begin the descent from Base Camp following the valley along the Chaiyaan Gad River to reach Forest Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Camping
Day 17 – Forest Camp to Sukhi Village – Drive to Uttarkashi
Trek down to Sukhi Village and then drive to Uttarkashi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Hotel in Uttarkashi
Day 18 – Uttarkashi to Rishikesh
Drive back to Rishikesh.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Hotel
Day 19 – Rishikesh to Delhi
Drive back to Delhi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Hotel
Day 20 – Departure from Delhi
After breakfast attend the IMF debriefing and transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Price details
Pricing and package cost details for this trip.
- Cost: USD 4,240 per person
- Discount Price: USD 3,800
- Extra services chargeable