Friendship Peak Expedition
Camp Stay
Tent 4 person sharing
Campfire
no
Distance
24 KM
Pickup-Drop
Manali to manali
Altitude
17346ft
Duration
7Days/6Nights
Difficulty
challenging
Environment
such as lush green forests, snow-capped peaks
Trek Fee: 40000/-
Inclusions and Exclusions
Overview
Why is Friendship Peak Expedition a Must Do ?
- The Friendship Peak Expedition or Friendship Peak Trek is an amazing journey through the beautiful landscapes of Himachal, taking you to an impressive height.
- The summit offers an amazing visual treat of sky-touching Himalayan peaks including Deo Tibba, Indrasan, Shitidhar and Hanuman Tibba.
- Watching the sunrise from the peak is an experience of a lifetime! The golden glow over the snow-capped peaks is a sight you will never forget.
- You will experience the thrill of navigating through glaciers, steep slopes and rocky terrain using ice axes, crampons and ropes.
- Every time you pause and look around, you will be amazed by the serene views of peaks and meadows.
- Camping under a sky full of stars in the middle of the Himalayas and waking up to crisp mountain air and breathtaking views is an experience in itself.
- Unlike other crowded treks, Friendship peak trek offers peace and solitude. The only sounds you will hear are the crunch of snow underfoot and the wind howling through the peak.
Friendship Peak Expedition Itinerary
Day-1: Arrive in Manali
- Altitude: 2000 m/ 6,550 ft.
Note: Only hotel stay is included in the cost (sightseeing and food are excluded).
Important note for Non-Indians: Foreign nationals will need a Foreigner Trek permit for the Friendship Peak Expedition. The charge for obtaining the Foreigner Trek permit is $100 per person. The payment will be made directly to the TTH representative upon arrival in Manali on day 1.
Day-2: Manali to Dhundi (Drive) to Bakkarthatch (Trek)
- Altitude: Dhundi - 2850 m/ 9350 ft; Bakarthach- 3300 m/ 10,800 ft .
- Drive Distance (Manali - Dhundi): 21 km | 1 .5 hrs.
- Trek Distance (Dhundi - Bakarthach): 5 km | 3 hrs approx.
Day-3: Bakarthatch to Lady Leg
- Altitude: 3,900 m/ 12,800 ft.
- Trek Distance: 3 km | 3 hrs approx.
Day-4: Load ferry to Summit Camp and back to Lady Leg
- Altitude(Summit Camp): 4,750 m/ 15,500 ft.
- Trek Distance (One way): 2 km | 2-3hrs.
Day-5: Move to Summit Camp
- Altitude(Summit Camp): 4,750 m/ 15,500 ft.
- Trek Distance: 2 km | 2-3 hrs.
Day-6: Summit attempt and back to Lady Leg camp
- Altitude(Friendship Peak): 5,287 m/17,346 ft.
- Trek Distance(Summit camp to Friendship peak): 5 km one way | 8-9 hrs (Both way).
- Trek Distance (Summit camp to Lady leg): 2 km | 1.5 hrs.
Day-7: Lady Leg to Dhundi to Manali
- Trek Distance: 8 km, 4-5 hrs approx.
- Drive Distance: 21 km, 1.5 hrs approx.
Note: Manali stay is not included in the cost
Day 8: Buffer Day
- Buffer day will be used if the summit cannot be attempted due to any unforeseen circumstances.
- Opting for buffer day is a team decision.
- Recommended to keep a buffer day in your travel plan.
- Buffer day cost is not included in the plan.
- An additional amount will be charged for buffer day on a per day, per person basis.
- If buffer day is not used in the expedition, use it for sightseeing around Manali.
Inclusion And Exclusion
Things that are included in Friendship Peak Expedition:
At Broza Adventure, we take full safety of every trekker. We provide different facilities to every trekkers such as:
- Permissions of local authorities and entry fees fees.
- Trekking insurance of our Trekkers.
- Permission of IMF.
- Hygienic food during the Expedition from day 1 Lunch to last day breakfast in lady leg Campsite, We offer veg and eggs as per trekkers choice.
- Well-trained and certified climbing instructors.
- Transportation from Manali to Dhundi and Dhundi to Manali as per we mentioned in itinerary.
- Comfortable stay in some/alpine tents during the expedition.
- Camps will be provided on 3 sharing basis, we also provide tents on 2 sharing basis with some additional fees.
- Oxygen cylinders and fully equipped first aid box.
- All the important trekking things such as sleeping bags, mattresses, tents, dining tents, utensils, and kitchen tents.
- Mule/porter for common equipment.
- Insurance of staff of Broza Adventures
- Broza Adventures will provide Achievement Certificates to the participants who summitted Mt. Friendship Peak.
- Lifetime sweet memories with team Broza Adventures.
Included technical equipment that we provide:
- Climbing ropes, Static and dynamic.
- Helmet for head protection.
- Ice Axe for balance, cutting, probing, extra security, support.
- Harness, Carabiners for extra safety
- Mountaineering Boots And Crampons to improve mobility on snow and ice during ice climbing.
- Descender, Jumar, Pitons, siling (if required)
Things that are not included in Friendship Peak Expedition:
We do not include the following things in our trekking tours:
- Any personal expenses.
- Stay of last day in Manali hotel.
- Porter for personal belongings.
- Any item not mentioned in includes section.
- Personal trekking equipment like, trekking pole, trekking shoes, jacket, trek pants, and backpack etc.
- Any Sightseeing
Essential things to be carried for Friendship Peak Expedition
- Wind & Waterproof Jacket 1, Down Jacket 1, Fleece Jacket 3, Collared Full Sleeve T-Shirt 3.
- Warmer / Thermal 1 (Top & Lower)
- Woolen Cap 1, Sun Cap/Hat 1, Neck Warmer 1, Woolen Gloves 2, Waterproof Gloves 1, Working Gloves 1.
- Warm socks 3, Woolen Socks 2, Trek Socks 2,
- Poncho / Rain suit 1 (Mandatory)
- Waterproof Trekking Shoes with good grip .high ankle.
- Sunscreen Lotion, Lip Balm/Lip Guard.
- Personal Medicines, please take advice from medical practitioners, Inhalers if any suffer from asthma or other.
- Water Bottle 2 (Mandatory) 1 Thermos flask if possible.
- Head Lamp 2 with 4 extra pairs of Batteries (Mandatory).
- Power Bank to charge your Mobile phone and Digital Camera.
- Personal Toilet Kit, Early Towel and Toilet Paper, etc.
- UV-protected Sunglasses (Mandatory).
- Trekking Pant 2, Climbing Pants 1 (both Mandatory).
- Rucksack (Min 70 liters) with rain cover.
- Daypack 15 Ltrs for day usage.
- Dry Ration you can take (Protein Bars, Dry Fruits, Chocolates, etc) most important the Adventure Spirit.
Mandatory Documents: Original & Photocopy of Govt. Photo Identity Card (any ofAadhar Card/Driving License/Passport), Medical Certificate from any Registered Practitioner (MBBS).and Passport and visa required for Non-Indians.
Frequently asked questions
The Friendship Peak trek is a tough trek that requires prior experience in excessive altitude trekking. The climb to the summit entails navigating steep rocky slopes, slender ridges, and a glacier, making it a physically demanding trek that checks a trekker’s staying power, stamina, and strength. Trekkers ought to be well-organized bodily and mentally for the trek and convey suitable tools and apparel suitable for cold temperatures. However, with proper practice, the Friendship Peak trek can be a rewarding and unforgettable enjoy.
Friendship Peak top is 5,289 meters (17,346 ft) above sea stage, making it one of the highest trekkable peaks inside the Manali area and a coveted summit for adventurers.
Yes, Friendship Peak and Mt Friendship Peak seek advice from identical mountain peaks inside the Pir Panjal range close to Manali.
Friendship Peak is placed around 50-60 km from the popular hill station of Manali, which serves as the base for venture this excursion. Manali is properly linked via way of road and air shipping.
Yes, many experienced trekkers and mountaineers have documented their adventures on the Friendship Peak trek through wonderful blogs, photographs, films, and ride reports which offer amazing insights into the terrain, demanding situations, and normal experience. Reading these can help potential trekkers put together higher.
The overall hiking distance for the Friendship Peak expedition from the peak to the base camp and again is about 38-40 km over 12-15 days. However, the real summit climb includes traversing glaciers and scaling steep icy/snowy gullies.