Mt. Shivling is recommended only for experienced mountaineers who have completed at least one 6000m+ expedition or equivalent high-altitude technical climb.

If you can run 5 km in 25–30 minutes, you are physically ready to attempt this expedition. Practising 10 km once a week improves endurance. Strength training such as squats, lunges and push-ups is highly recommended.

The climb demands technical mountaineering skills including use of ice axe, roping techniques, snow climbing, rappelling, glacier navigation and handling technical climbing equipment.

Minimum age is 16 years (16–17 must be accompanied by a guardian). Participants above 60 must carry a medical fitness certificate.

Mt. Shivling (6,543 m) is located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand. The expedition begins from Gangotri, the origin point of the sacred Ganga River.

Often called the “Matterhorn of India,” Mt. Shivling is known for its striking granite peak. The route passes through Chirbasa forests, Tapovan meadows and glacier terrain before reaching its technical snow and ice slopes.

The expedition includes crevasses, glacier crossings, steep snow slopes, knife ridges, rock sections and unpredictable high-altitude weather conditions.

May–June (pre-monsoon) and September–October (post-monsoon).

Hotel stay in Gangotri. Twin-sharing tents during expedition. Higher camps may use 4-person expedition tents.

Day temperatures range between 5°C to 15°C. Night temperatures can drop to -5°C to -10°C or lower at higher camps.

Yes. This is a highly technical expedition involving ice climbing, crevasse navigation and steep mixed terrain climbing.

The expedition starts from Gangotri. The nearest airport is Dehradun (235 km). Shared transport can be arranged from ISBT Dehradun at 7:00 AM.

Mobile connectivity is available till Gangotri. No reception beyond this point.

ATMs are available in Gangotri but may not always be reliable. Carry sufficient cash.

All common camping gear and technical climbing equipment including snow boots, crampons, ice axe, helmet and harness are provided.

Trekking shoes, trekking poles, fleece jackets and rucksacks can be rented. Equipment is distributed during the briefing in Gangotri.

Yes. Please refer to the Packing List section for detailed information.

No. As this is a technical expedition, each climber carries their own load.

Three vegetarian meals daily with evening snacks until base camp. Higher camps provide ready-to-eat meals.

First aid kits, oxygen cylinders and HAPO bag are carried for altitude emergencies.

Last charging point is at the hotel in Gangotri. No electricity at camps.

All leaders are certified mountaineers trained in first aid, rescue techniques and high-altitude response.

Yes. NK Adventure ensures a professional, inclusive and gender-sensitive environment.

Rescue routes are pre-identified. Road evacuation is arranged when required. Rescue costs are borne by the participant unless covered by insurance.

You receive booking confirmation, packing list, document checklist and preparation guidelines. A WhatsApp group is created before departure for updates.

Yes. It must be submitted before the expedition begins.

Yes. Participants receive an e-certificate after successful completion.