Day 1: Arrival in Manali (2,050 m)

• Check-in to hotel or guesthouse.
• Briefing session, gear check, acclimatization walk.
• Explore local sights if time permits.

Day 2: Drive to Solang Valley – Trek to Bakarthach (3,300 m)

• Drive to Solang Valley (~13 km)
• Trek through alpine meadows and forests to Bakarthach.
• Camp overnight with views of snow peaks.

Day 3: Acclimatization & Training Day at Bakarthach

• Basic mountaineering techniques: use of ice axe, crampons, rope handling.
• Acclimatization hike to higher altitude.
• Return to Bakarthach for overnight stay.

Day 4: Trek to Advance Base Camp (ABC) (4,000 m)

• Trek over moraine and rocky terrain to ABC.
• Campsite with snowfields and proximity to glaciers.
• Preparation for summit push begins.

Day 5: Rest and Summit Preparation

• Full rest day for acclimatization.
• Final briefing on summit attempt.
• Gear distribution and summit team formation.

Day 6: Summit Attempt (5,289 m) – Back to ABC

• Midnight/early morning start.
• Steep snow climbs, glacier traverses, rope-assisted sections.
• Reach the summit – enjoy sunrise and views of Indrasan, Deo Tibba, Hanuman Tibba.
• Descend back to ABC.

Day 7: Trek Back to Solang Valley – Drive to Manali

• Descend from ABC to Bakarthach and Solang.
• Drive to Manali. And drop
•  Our service here is end’s
• Trip ends with unforgettable memories and a Himalayan summit under your belt.

Highlights of Friendship Peak Trek

Real summit expedition at 5,289 meters.

Cross glaciers, snowfields, and rocky ridges.

Training in mountaineering techniques.

Stunning views of Pir Panjal and Dhauladhar ranges.

Perfect stepping-stone for future mountaineering goals.

Inclusions – What’s Included in the Package

1. Accommodation

Stay in hotels/guesthouses in Manali (Day 1 and Day 7).

Alpine tents on a twin/triple sharing basis during the trek.

2. Meals

All meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 8 breakfast.

Nutritious, freshly prepared vegetarian meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, evening snacks, and dinner).

High-altitude diet and energy supplements during summit day.

3. Transportation

Pick-up and drop from Manali to Solang Valley and back.

All internal transfers related to the trek in private vehicles.

4. Trekking Permits & Fees

All necessary forest permits, wildlife/environmental fees, and trekking permissions.

5. Expert Team

Certified mountaineering expedition leader.

Trained trek guides and local support staff.

Technical climbing team for summit day (including lead climber and helpers).

6. Safety Equipment

Crampons, ice axe, rope, helmets, gaiters, and other necessary technical gear.

First aid kit, including oxygen cylinders and pulse oximeter.

Emergency backup support and evacuation plan.

7. Luggage Handling

Porters or mules for carrying common gear and equipment.

Personal rucksack weight limit: 12 kg per person.

8. Camping Gear

High-quality tents, sleeping bags, and insulated mats.

Dining tent, kitchen tent, and toilet tents.

Exclusions – What’s Not Included

1. Travel to/from Manali

Transportation to reach Manali from your hometown or return journey post trek.

2. Personal Expenses

Meals during transit or in Manali not mentioned in the itinerary.

Laundry, phone calls, bottled water, snacks, and other personal items.

3. Personal Trekking Gear

Trekking shoes, backpacks, headlamps, trekking poles, personal clothing, etc.

(Rental support can be arranged on request.)

4. Insurance

Travel insurance, accident insurance, or mountaineering rescue cover.

5. Medical Expenses

Any cost incurred due to altitude sickness, evacuation, or hospitalization.

6. Tips and Gratitude

Tips for the trek staff, guides, or porters (optional but appreciated).

7. Additional Activities

Any activity not mentioned in the itinerary such as paragliding, zip-lining, or local sightseeing in Manali.