A challenging high-altitude expedition to Mount Nanda Devi East in the Garhwal Himalaya of Uttarakhand.
Mountaineering above 7,000 meters is not a conventional adventure activity. It involves operating in rare and often restricted regions, managing complex logistics, long and remote approaches, limited rescue options, and moving with small, highly focused teams in demanding environments. The cost reflects preparation, leadership, logistics, and a safety-first approach.
Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure? Alpine India Expeditions brings you a thrilling high-altitude expedition in the heart of nature.
Whether you're a seasoned mountaineer or a climber preparing for new heights, our small group sizes and qualified expedition leaders help create a focused, well-supported mountain experience.
Grab your gear and get ready to discover why we are the go-to company for all things expedition.
Before the main expedition, Alpine India Expeditions organizes and supervises a dedicated high-altitude acclimatization and technical training programme for every climber.
Climbers do not need to arrange this programme independently. AIE manages the programme, including the route, altitude progression, technical training, monitoring and recovery period.
A planned two-day recovery and assessment period will follow the programme before the main expedition, subject to each climber's condition, altitude response, weather and operational conditions.
The main expedition will then begin with continued progressive acclimatization.
The programme is designed to improve high-altitude readiness, technical preparedness and team coordination before the main expedition.
It does not eliminate altitude-related risks or guarantee acclimatization or summit success.
Arrive in Delhi, where our representative will meet you at the airport, assist you, and transfer you to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Take the morning train to Kathgodam, then continue by road and settle into the hotel for the night.
Drive to Munsiyari after breakfast, check in on arrival, and spend the night at the hotel.
Use the day for acclimatisation and completing expedition paperwork and legalities. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Trek to Lilam after breakfast and spend the night in tents.
Follow the trail to Bugdiar, where shepherds are often seen in the meadows, and stay overnight in tents.
Trek to Martoli after breakfast, covering roughly 14 km, and spend the night in tents.
Trek to Milam, covering about 11 km, and stay overnight in tents.
Walk to Lwani after breakfast. The 13 km trail usually takes 6 to 7 hours.
Hike to base camp, covering around 13 km in 5 to 6 hours, and stay overnight in tents.
Spend the day acclimatising at base camp and preparing for the climbing phase.
Use this period for load movement, acclimatisation rotations, and establishing higher camps.
Reserved summit-window days for route conditions, weather, and team readiness.
Descend from higher camps and return to base camp.
Begin the return trek from base camp toward Milam.
Trek to Bugdiar after breakfast and spend the night in tents.
Continue the return trek toward Munsiyari.
Drive to Almora after breakfast and stay overnight at the hotel.
Drive to Kathgodam after breakfast, then continue to Delhi.
After debriefing at IMF Delhi, transfer to IGI Airport for your onward flight.
Pack light, but do not compromise on the essentials needed for a serious high-altitude expedition.
Thermal base layers, fleece, down jacket, waterproof shell, gloves, hat, sunglasses, socks, buff, and balaclava.
75L+ backpack, headlamp, trekking poles, hydration system, hygiene kit, sunscreen, lip balm, first-aid kit, and sanitizer.
Camera, power bank, multi-tool, GPS or map and compass, identification, permits, and insurance documents.
Energy bars, dry fruits, nuts, and electrolytes for hydration and quick recovery.
Participants must be at least 18 years old and in good physical condition.
You should be able to walk long days over uneven, rocky, or snowy terrain while carrying required gear.
Prior trekking or mountaineering experience is strongly recommended, especially above 6,000 meters.
Mental resilience, teamwork, calm decision-making, and adaptability are essential for high-altitude expeditions.
Small, focused teams allow better attention, safer movement, and reduced environmental impact.
Experienced expedition leaders and Sherpas support technical movement, acclimatisation, and emergency decisions.
Our team supports you before, during, and after the expedition with clear communication and planning.
Reliable technical equipment, hygienic tents, and mountain-ready systems help the team operate with confidence.