About Mt. Satopanth

Mt. Satopanth, the second highest summit in the Gangotri Group is located in the remote India Garhwal Himalaya Range in a disjoined side-group separating the Gangotri and Chaturangi Glaciers. This is an incredibly beautiful and remote area with unlimited and un tapped mountaineering and big wall potential. Views of Thalay Sagar, Shivling and the terrifying granite pillars of Bhagirathi III, described as "El Cap with a Droites North Face on top at 6000M", are enough to humble even the most seasoned climber.

Sato meaning Heaven and panth meaning path or way is the literal translation from the native dialect. Gaumukh, the mouth of the holy Ganges river, known as the most holy place in all of India, is a mere days walk from Gangotri make this expedition more than just a climb, it is a cultural experience unmatched anywhere in the world.

Field Touring & Mt Sapotanth

Field Touring Alpine is looking to expand its operations into North India due to its extreme beauty, rich culture and huge mountaineering potential. As any visitor to this area will say, " Why doesn't anyone come up here, its amazing!" The people, the food and the Indian way of life really make this place unforgettable.

Our Indian programs are designed to maximize your time in the mountains and to compliment that with ample opportunity for shopping and sightseeing in towns. We stay in the best tourist lodges, and utilize high quality field tents and messing services on the trail. The western Field Touring Alpine guide has traveled extensively in this area and is familiar with the challenges of moving about in this fascinating country.

Expedition Overview

Starting in the bustling metropolis of New Delhi, India this expedition will offer so much more than the typical climbing trip. Upon arrival you will be met by your western Field Touring Alpine guide and taken to your hotel to collect your thoughts and come to terms with the fact that you are in India. Once the usual administration is complete we will depart New Delhi and drive to the holy city of Rishikesh. Rishikesh is a very interesting and relaxed place that will offer our team members the chance to take a yoga class, sun tan on the banks of the Ganges River or explore the Ashram where the Beatles stayed during their time in India.

We will then load up our jeeps and begin the 2 day journey through the Himalayan foothills through Uttarkashi and on to Gangotri, the end of the road and the start of an amazing trek through small villages, deep valleys and out of this world mountain scenery.

The natural way leading to the mountain is from the northwest up the stunning Suralaya Valley. Satopanth is a magnificent Himalayan mountain and a formidable undertaking. The route includes a complex glacier approach, high angled snow slopes and knife edge ridge, before the final section to the summit. At just over 7000m, the effect of high altitude is a significant factor, as is the remote location and possibility of extreme weather.

Once the climbing portion of the expedition is complete we will have a leisurely stroll back to Gangotri for some much needed rest. We will then depart Gangotri and drive to Uttarkashi for some fun shopping and good food and drink. On to Rishikesh once again and back to New Delhi. This will be an all around experience that isn't for the weak of heart. Incredible India!

Mt Satopanth 7075M, 23,212ft, North East Ridge Climbing Route

Glacier travel to Camp 1 at 5400M, may require fixed ropes and ladders.
Easy angled snow slopes up to Camp 2 at 6000M.
Then, gain the broad ridge which becomes narrow for about 300M and may require fixed ropes depending on conditions and skill set of the group.
Camp 3 lies at 6400M on the end of this ridge at the bottom of the summit snow field 7075M.
Under excellent conditions a fast team may avoid camp 3 and launch a summit bid from Camp 2.

Our Staff & Guides

All of our major expedition climbs (except for private groups we organize from time to time) are managed by a western Field Touring trip manager. Our lead guides are as experienced and knowledgeable as any in the business today. Just as importantly, they are enormously respected by their teams. Click here to read client testimonials. They also hold advanced wilderness first aid certification, and in many cases are qualified Emergency Medical Technicians.

Their expertise, which embraces dozens of years of climbing on peaks up to and in excess of 8000m, is at your complete disposal. Rather than push or drag you up a hill, they will show you the best way to achieve your goal, and in a fashion that will leave you with a very high degree of independence and self satisfaction. Staff arrangements on all trips is notified to team members around 6 weeks prior to departure. If you'd like to know earlier who is going to be running your climb, we can often advise this up to 3 months prior to departure.
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Included / Not Included

Included:
Airport transfers in private vehicles, four nights hotel accommodation in high quality (4 star) hotels in Delhi ,jeep (sumo) transport to Gangorti and back to Delhi, porters for 20kgs personal gear to base camp, all trekking sleeping tents, all trekking messing and dining facilities, all food on trek, spares, back-up and support gear, (extra clothing, boots etc), western Field Touring staff/guides on the trek, all group technical gear, permit fees, all support staff, insurance, LO insurance and any costs.

Not included:
Coffee or cold drinks in cities, (coffee and cold drinks included on trail), lunches or dinners in cities, visa costs, international airfares , personal laundry, hotel mini bar, tips for local expedition staff (budget US$40)

Joining The Expedition & Further Information

If you are interested in joining our Mt Satopanth expedition we invite you to send us an email with your contact details and/or any further questions you may have. Your application will be dealt with promptly and staff from our office will contact you with further information.

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