Duration: 10 Days
Package cost : USD / Euros (€)
Contact E-mail: eccmanali@gmail.com
Region: Himachal Pradesh & Lahaul Valley, India
Activity: Backcountry Ski Touring & High-Altitude Ski Expeditions
Maximum Elevation: Approx. 5,800 m
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Delhi & Transfer to Manali
Altitude: 220 m
Driving Distance: Approx. 540 km
Arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi, where the expedition begins. After meeting the team and completing a short briefing, begin the overnight drive from Delhi to Manali through the Himalayan foothills.
Overnight drive.
Day 2 — Manali to Sethan & Acclimatization Ski Tour
Distance: Approx. 14 km
Altitude Gain: 2,700 m to 3,500 m
Drive from Manali to the Himalayan village of Sethan. The day is dedicated to acclimatization and adapting to altitude conditions. After settling in, begin a short ski touring session toward Lama Dug slopes above Sethan.
Overnight stay in Sethan.
Day 3 — Ski Touring to Sethan Dome
Maximum Altitude: 4,100 m
Activity Duration: Approx. 5 Hours Ski Touring
Begin the ski touring ascent from Sethan toward Sethan Dome through open snowfields and alpine terrain. Reach approximately 4,100 meters before skiing back toward Sethan.
Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 4 — Gulaba Ski Tour
Driving Distance: Approx. 20 km
Maximum Altitude: 4,000 m
Ski Touring Duration: Approx. 5 Hours
Drive from Manali toward Gulaba near the famous 14th Curve on the Rohtang route. Begin the ski touring ascent toward Gulaba Top through wide alpine slopes and high Himalayan terrain.
Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 5 — Puker Ski Tour
Driving Distance: Approx. 70 km
Maximum Altitude: 4,500 m
Drive from Manali to Puker village and begin the ski touring ascent toward the alpine slopes above Puker.
Overnight stay in Darcha.
Day 6 — Yotse Slope Ski Tour, Darcha
Driving Distance: Approx. 13 km
Maximum Altitude: 4,800 m
Depart early from Darcha and drive toward Yotse village. Begin the ski touring ascent toward the surrounding alpine slopes and high-altitude terrain.
Overnight stay in Darcha.
Day 7 — Shinkula Pass Ski Expedition
Driving Distance: Approx. 40 km from Darcha
Maximum Altitude: 5,800 m
Travel toward Shinkula Pass for a challenging high-altitude ski touring expedition through remote Himalayan terrain and expansive snowfields.
Overnight stay in Darcha.
Day 8 — Return to Manali
Driving Distance: Approx. 100 km
Begin the return journey from Darcha to Manali through the scenic landscapes of the Lahaul Valley.
Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 9 — Rest Day in Manali
A relaxed recovery day in Manali after completing the high-altitude ski touring expedition. Participants may rest, explore the town, organize equipment, or enjoy the mountain atmosphere.
Overnight stay in Manali.
Day 10 — Departure & Arrival in Delhi
Driving Distance: Approx. 540 km
Depart from Manali and drive back to Delhi through the Himalayan foothills and northern plains.
Arrival in Delhi marks the conclusion of the expedition.
End of Services.
Package Inclusions
- All meals during the expedition
- All transportation from Delhi to Delhi
- Required permits and expedition logistics
- Basic medical and first-aid facilities
- Professional local ski touring guide services
- Ground support throughout the expedition
Package Exclusions
- Personal ski touring equipment and gear
- Personal expenses of any nature
- Tips and gratuities
Important Notes
- Participants should have prior skiing experience and good physical fitness.
- The itinerary may change depending on snow, weather, road, and safety conditions.
- High-altitude conditions require proper acclimatization and hydration.
- Final route decisions will be made by the guide based on mountain conditions.
- Contact E-mail: eccmanali@gmail.com
