Mount Satopanth Expedition
Region
Uttarakhand
Starting Point
Badrinath
Trek Grade
Difficult
Trek Duration
15 Days
Best Sesion
May-Jun to Sep-Oct
Highest Altitude
7,075m
Overview
Mount Satopanth (7,075m) is one of the most challenging high-altitude expeditions in the Garhwal Himalayas. Located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, this majestic peak is a part of the Gangotri Glacier region and holds deep religious significance. The name Satopanth translates to the “Path of Truth,” and it is believed that the Pandavas from the Mahabharata took this route to ascend to heaven.
This expedition is an ultimate challenge for experienced climbers, requiring technical skills, endurance, and the ability to navigate through steep ridges, crevasses, and extreme weather conditions.
Trek Highlights
- Summit a 7,000m+ peak in the Indian Himalayas
- Technical climb with ice walls, glaciers, and ridges
- Views of Bhagirathi, Shivling, Thalay Sagar & Chaukhamba
- Traverse through the mystical Vasuki Tal and Satopanth Glacier
- A spiritual journey along the route of the Pandavas
Itinerary
Meet at Dehradun early morning
Scenic drive through Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, and Joshimath
Reach Badrinath (3,300m) by evening
Visit Badrinath Temple (optional)
Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Badrinath
Explore Mana Village (India’s last village)
Visit Vyas Gufa and Bhim Pul
Trek briefing, equipment check, and acclimatization walk
Night stay in Badrinath
Trek begins with a moderate ascent through lush meadows
Cross Alaknanda River via a wooden bridge
Walk through dense birch and rhododendron forests
Camp at Laxmi Van (3,500m)
Trek through rugged moraines and rocky terrain
Magnificent views of Neelkanth Peak and Balakun Peak
Reach Chakratirtha (4,200m) – a stunning alpine meadow
Set up camp for the night
Challenging trek along the Satopanth Glacier
Navigate through moraines, glacial ice, and rocky patches
Reach Base Camp (5,100m) with panoramic mountain views
Camp setup and final climb preparation
Rest and acclimatization to high altitude
Technical training for rope climbing, ice axe handling, and crampon techniques
Practice on fixed ropes and steep ridges
Equipment check and final expedition briefing
Steep ascent on ice walls and snow slopes
Camp setup at Camp 1 (5,800m)
Rest and prepare for the next climb
Toughest section with fixed rope climbing
Climb through glacier ice fields and crevasses
Reach Camp 2 (6,400m) for overnight stay
Midnight summit push to avoid weather changes
Steep snow slopes (60-70 degrees incline)
Reach Satopanth Peak (7,075m) by sunrise
Breathtaking views of Nanda Devi, Chaukhamba, Shivling, and Thalay Sagar
Descend back to Camp 1 for rest
Careful descent through ice walls and rocky ridges
Reach Base Camp and rest after a successful summit
Return trek through Satopanth Glacier and moraines
Reach Chakratirtha Camp
Gradual descent to Laxmi Van through alpine meadows
Final trek back to Badrinath
Drive to Joshimath (1,875m) for the night
Drive back to Dehradun
Expedition ends
Food Menu
Breakfast: Wake-up Tea/Coffee, Biscuits, Aloo Paratha with Achaar, Boiled Egg, Bread with Butter/Jam, Fresh Fruits.
Lunch: Roti/Chapati, Rice/Chawal, Manchurian Rice, Salad, Dal (Rajma/Mixed Dal), Mixed-Veg, Kofta Curry.
Snacks: Tea/Coffee, Pakoda, Finger Chips, Veg Cutlet, Maggi, Soup, Popcorn.
Dinner: Roti/Chapati, Rice/Chawal, Matar Paneer, Mixed Dal, Salad, Papad, Sweets (Gulab Jamun, Jalebi), Fruit Custard.
📌 We offer customized meals for vegetarians and other dietary needs.
Inclusions – Everything We Take Care Of
- Transport from Dehradun to Badrinath & return
- All meals (high-altitude nutritious diet)
- Accommodation in guesthouses, tents, and base camps
- Mountaineering equipment – ropes, crampons, ice axes, gaiters
- Certified mountaineering guides & Sherpas
- Medical kit & emergency oxygen support
Exclusions – What’s Not Included?
- Personal trekking gear (jackets, boots, gloves)
- Travel insurance & evacuation costs
- Tips, personal expenses, and snacks
- Additional hotel stays beyond the itinerary
How to Reach
Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (315 km from Badrinath)
Take a taxi or bus to Badrinath via Joshimath
Nearest Railway Station: Haridwar or Dehradun
Travel by road from Haridwar/Dehradun to Badrinath
Direct buses & shared taxis from Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Dehradun
Travel via Joshimath to reach Badrinath
Photo Gallery
Refund Policy
To cancel your booking, please send an email to: alpineseekers.in@gmail.com
If we cancel the trek due to unexpected situations like natural disasters, floods, or political unrest, we will issue a trek voucher instead of a refund. This voucher is valid for one year and can be used for the same or a different trek.
If you cancel your trek for personal reasons, the following policy applies:
No Cash Refunds: We do not provide cash refunds. Instead, a voucher will be issued.
Cancellation 30 Days or More Before Trek: A voucher for the full booking amount will be issued.
Cancellation 20–29 Days Before Trek: 50% of the booking amount will be deducted, and the remaining amount will be provided as a voucher.
Cancellation Less Than 20 Days Before Trek: No voucher will be issued.
FAQs – We’ve Got All Your Questions Covered!
It is an extremely difficult climb meant for experienced mountaineers with prior 6,000m+ peak experience.
Yes, you must know rope climbing, ice axe handling, and crampon techniques.
IMF (Indian Mountaineering Foundation) permits are required, which we arrange.
May-June & September-October
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