Mt. Yunam Peak Expedition
- Duration
- 9 days
- Location
- India
- Grade
- Difficult
- Max altitude
- 6,111m
- Distance
- 38 km
- Group size
- 2–10 people
- Season
- May, June
- Trail type
- Non-technical
Overview
Mt.Yunam Peak expedition spans 9 days, covering acclimatization camps and a summit push to 6,111 m. It combines technical training, high-altitude trekking, and comprehensive support for participants.
Trip facts
- Walking hours/day
- 5–14 hrs (summit day longest)
- Activities
- Non-technical peak climb
- Meals
- As per expedition package
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Manali) + expedition camping
- Starting point
- Manali (via Jispa, Baralacha La)
- Nearest airport
- Kullu-Manali Airport (Bhuntar)
- Fitness level required
- Good fitness; endurance-based, no advanced rope/ice-climbing skills required
Highlights
- 6,111 m summit in Lahaul, considered one of the best beginner-friendly peaks above 6,000 m
- Cold desert landscapes, snow patches and glacial terrain
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Arrival to Manali
Arrive in Manali, report in to the team, attend orientation and complete gear checks
Reporting, orientation, gear/equipment checks
Day 2
Drive to Jispa
Drive through the Atal Tunnel to Jispa, start acclimatisation and attend mountain safety training
Via Atal Tunnel; acclimatization, safety training
Day 3
Trek to Bharatpur Camp
Cross Baralacha La and reach Bharatpur Camp, gaining altitude while continuing training and acclimatisation
Cross Baralacha La Pass; expedition training
Day 4
Acclimatization at Bharatpur
Complete acclimatisation hikes and practise mountaineering skills (snow movement, ropes, safety)
Snow movement, rope techniques, safety procedures
Day 5
Acclimatization and Buffer Day at Bharatpur
Continue acclimatisation with short hikes and training; reserve an extra day for weather or health delays
Altitude adaptation, training sessions
Day 6
Trek to Summit camp
Trek from Bharatpur to Summit Camp, set up camp and finalise summit strategy and gear
Establish camp, review summit strategy
Day 7
Summit to Mr.Yunam Peak
Begin a pre-dawn summit push, reach the peak for panoramic Himalayan views, then descend to Bharatpur Camp
Pre-dawn summit climb, panoramic Himalayan views
Day 8
Return to Manali
Return to Manali after the expedition for debriefing, rest and team celebration
Debriefing, celebration
Day 9
Departure Day
After breakfast, check out and depart Manali for your onward journey
Check out, depart Manali
What's included
ACCOMMODATION
Hotel accommodation in the reporting city as per the itinerary (twin/triple sharing).
Single occupancy rooms may be provided subject to availability and at full room cost.All camping arrangements during the trek on twin/triple sharing basis, including well-maintained toilet tents with both Indian and Western seats. Single-occupancy tents can be arranged subject to availability at an additional cost of ₹400 per day.
FOOD
Breakfast during hotel stay as per the itinerary.
All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during expedition/trekking days with camping or homestay, including tea/coffee.
Nutrition support including one high-energy bar, fruits for the first two days, and small dry fruit packs per day for the trekking duration.
Team & Support
Expert guidance under certified, experienced, and professionally trained mountain guides.
Dedicated support staff including porters, mules, cook, and helpers.
Porter/mule support to carry extra personal items up to Base Camp (maximum 10 kg per participant).
Equipment & Facilities
Spacious 4-season expedition tents designed for high-altitude conditions.
International-standard sleeping systems and climbing equipment maintained to the highest safety standards.
Personal climbing gear provided, including:
Harness, mountaineering boots, crampons, gaiters, climbing helmet, slings, carabiners, prusik loop, ascender, and rappelling devices.
FIRST AID & SAFETY
Training in basic mountaineering, rope techniques, and safety skills prior to and during the expedition.
Route opening, rope fixing, and technical support using trusted and certified equipment.
High-altitude insurance (as per IMF guidelines) for Indian participants.
Foreign participants must arrange insurance in their home country with minimum equivalent coverage of ₹15,00,000, including adventure activities, evacuation, hospitalization, and post-hospitalization treatment.First aid support and emergency oxygen cylinders/cans throughout the trek.
Supplementary oxygen is not used or provided for climbing activities.
Transport & Services
TRANSPORT
Manali ↔ Manali
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
All permits and environmental fees.
Certificate of participation mentioning maximum altitude achieved.
Up to Base Camp, participants must carry their own backpacks with essential items, water, and packed meals for daily trekking, typically weighing 7–10 kg depending on personal preference.
Beyond Base Camp, porters and mules do not accompany the team. Participants are required to carry all personal equipment including climbing gear and sleeping systems, weighing approximately 12–15 kg. Adventhrill will organize all tentage, fixed ropes, and technical equipment at higher camps.
What's not included
Any service not explicitly mentioned in “What’s Included”
Travel to and from the reporting city
Additional hotel stays beyond the itinerary
Airport transfers
Meals other than breakfast during hotel stay
Extra meals or beverages beyond inclusions
Mineral water bottles/cans
Sightseeing or tourism activities
Personal trekking gear not included in Adventhrill provisions
Tips/gratuities for staff and guides
Power sources for charging devices
Satellite phone usage (available only in emergencies at extra cost)
Emergency evacuation, medical treatment, or hospitalization expenses
Who can do this trip
- Age
- 16–45 years
- Fitness benchmark
- Beginner and experienced trekkers with good physical fitness; capable of walking 6–8 km/day with a minimum load of 10 kg
- Medical & health restrictions
- Physically and medically fit; comfortable with exertion at high altitude; digital detox during sleeping hours (10 PM–5 AM)
Preparation & safety
AMS Management
- Mandatory daily oxygen/health checks, acclimatisation hikes, and immediate descent for severe Acute Mountain Sickness
Emergency Kit
- Guides carry portable oxygen cylinders, comprehensive first aid and pulse oximeters
Rope Protection
- Fixed ropes set up on steep, exposed ridges for the summit push
Weather Policy
- Summit attempts only in clear weather windows; a buffer day is factored into the itinerary
Training & Acclimatisation
- Cardio base (e.g. 10 km in 60 min), load training with a 10 kg rucksack, and breathing practice (e.g. pranayama) recommended pre-trip
What to pack
Personal to Bring
- Waterproof shell jacket & pants – 1 pair
- Insulated puff/down jacket – 1
- Thermal base layers (upper & lower) – min 2 pairs
- Trekking t-shirts (full sleeve preferred) – min 3
- Trekking trousers (full length) – min 3
- Water-repellent summit trousers with warm lining – 1 pair (optional)
- Waterproof insulated gloves (double layer) – 2 pairs
- Inner liner gloves – 2 pairs
- Beanie / woollen cap
- Buff / bandana / face mask
- Sun cap / hat
- Travelling jacket
- Undergarments
- Poncho (optional)
- Balaclava (optional)
- Waterproof carry bags / polythene covers
- Trekking boots with ankle support
- Nylon socks – min 4 pairs
- Warm woollen socks – min 3 pairs
- Flip-flops/slippers for camps (optional)
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Mobile phone, charger, camera (waterproof cover)
- Power bank / solar charger
- Daypack (30L+)
- Rucksack (75L+)
- Trekking poles (optional)
- Leak-proof heat-resistant water bottles – min 2 (1L each)
- Leak-proof lunch box with spoon
- UV-protected sunglasses
- Sunscreen, moisturiser, lip balm
- Toiletries and hygiene kit
- Lightweight towel
- Prescribed personal medications
- Extra snacks/energy bars (optional)
- Government-issued ID & address proof (Aadhaar/Passport)
- Visa (if applicable)
- Self-attested insurance copy (foreign participants, mandatory)
- Two passport-size photographs
- Signed Self-Declaration, Indemnity Bond and Medical Certificate
Operator Provided
- Harness, mountaineering boots, crampons, gaiters, climbing helmet, slings, carabiners, prusik loop, ascender, rappelling devices
- 4-season expedition tents and international-standard sleeping systems
- Fixed ropes and technical equipment at higher camps
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