22 Days Mt Nun Expedition

Destination: Zanskar Valley, Ladakh, Indian Himalayas
Trip Dates: July – New Delhi to New Delhi
Cost: On application
Guided: Yes
Difficulty: Challenging
Team Size: 4 – 10
Accommodation: Hotel, Tea House & Camping
Minimum Age: 16 Years
Highest Altitude: 7,135m

Trip Description
It is a widely-accepted fact that an astonishingly major share of The Himalayas lies in India. Not to mention, it is dotted with a lot of beautiful and awe-inspiring ranges and peaks. One such peak is Mt Nun, the highest peak in the Zanskar Valley of Ladakh. The greater part of the giant Nun Kun Massif is nothing short of 7,135m of sheer energy. The nature of the mountain, its crevasse-riddled surface, its exceptionally terrifying propensity for changing face consistently thereby changing routes, elaborate glacial formations, high gradient ice walls, technical patches, sharp ridges, continually evolving climate, high height, and solid breezes make it a lot harder peak to climb than many other 7,000m peaks and thus very demanding.

The expedition to Mt. Nun is only for experienced mountaineers who wishes further on to climb 8-thousanders. Prior knowledge of technical and mountaineering techniques such as the use of ice axes, roping up procedures, crampons, and jumaring are required. Climbers must be physically and mentally fit due to the technical ascent to the summit as well as the extreme and unpredictable weather conditions. Mt Nun is one of the most accessible 7,000m peak and provides a remarkable sense of accomplishment, while also bringing you one step closer to your expedition aspirations of much higher and harsher peaks.

Mt Nun

Trip Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at Delhi and transfer to Leh (3,500m)
May overnight in Delhi hotel depending on your arrival flight.

Day 2: Acclimatization day
Expedition preparation, briefing & sightseeing.

Day 3: Drive from Leh to Kargil (2,675m, 6-7hrs)
We drive at a leisurely pace down to the Indus valley – stopping at the popular sightseeing points. Nimu, the confluence of the Indus River & Zanskar, Alchi monastery & Lamayuru monastery would be the main attractions for the day. Overnight at hotel in Kargil.

Day 4
We continue our road trip from Kargil to Tambol (3,700m), heading towards the Suru valley. The Nun – Kun massif appears for the first time. We camp at Tambol.

Day 5
Practice & demonstrations to be conducted, with an acclimatization hike in the evening. Overnight at Tambol.

Day 6: Start of actual trek
We leave soon after breakfast as it will be a 7 hours trek. We gradually move towards the upper reaches of the mountain. The trail takes us through small villages rich with greenery. Soon the landscape around turns barren with rocks, boulders, and mud. After a high pass and a waterfall, we reach Nun Base Camp (4,600m).

Day 7
The Base Camp is a place extremely vibrant in its energy. The day starts with a Puja, a ritual to seek a safe and successful journey. Gear distribution, demonstration, and practice on the icy slopes around the base camp will take place today. Subsequently, it will help us acclimatize well.

Day 8 to Day 18
This long climbing period includes time to set up three high camps: Camp 1 @ 5,550m, Camp 2 @ 6,100m and Camp 3 @ 6,400m, before making the final summit push which will be a 15 hours roundtrip. The whole climb includes a lot of extremely steep ascents, sometimes ranging up to 75 degrees on an icy wall. The optimum amount of thrill surprisingly comes with unbelievable views. The landscape around you and the mesmerizing picture of the near and distant peaks will appear to be an out-of-the-world beauty. The climbing period ends at the Base Camp, and we spend a night there before moving further down.

Day 19
We trek down from Base Camp to Tambol (3,700m).

Day 20
Drive from Tambol to Leh (3,500m). Overnight at hotel.

Day 21
Buffer or free day.

Day 22
Depart from Leh for Delhi.

 

Your itinerary includes:

  • Delhi – Leh return flights.
  • All land transport of members and support team as per the itinerary above.
  • Three night’s accommodation in Leh on full board.
  • One night’s accommodation on twin-share basis at a hotel in Kargil on full board.
  • All meals on the trek and during the expedition.
  • Group climbing gear: ropes, anchors, shovels, slings etc.
  • Kitchen, dining & toilet tents until Base Camp.
  • Twin share tents for all members at Base Camp.
  • Porters or horses to carry equipment and supplies to / from Base Camp.
  • Experienced climbing Sherpas, cook & camp staff.
  • Kun climbing permit
  • 13 weeks membership at The Altitude Gym (worth $325)

Not included:

  • International airfares.
  • Personal Travel Insurance – medical, helicopter rescue and repatriation is obligatory.
  • Emergency evacuation.
  • Personal gear (boots, crampons, harness, helmet, ice axe, sleeping bag.
  • Personal clothing & personal porter.
  • Personal expenses e.g. toiletries, phone calls, laundry, alcoholic beverages, mineral/bottled water, charges for showers, battery charging and wireless internet fee in tea houses.
  • Indian Visa fees.
  • Additional accommodation for early arrival, late departure or early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
  • Tipping to guide and local staff.

 

Trekkers can contact us at any time for any concerns that they may have about the trip.