Uttarakhand · India
Black Peak (Kalanag)
The highest peak of the Saraswati (Bandarpunch) range
The trek
A classic Garhwal mountaineering expedition to the 6,387 m summit of Black Peak (Kalanag), approached through the Ruinsara valley from Sankri.
Black Peak, known locally as Kalanag for the cobra-hood shape of its summit, is the highest point of the Saraswati (Bandarpunch) massif in the Garhwal Himalaya at 6,387 m. The expedition approaches through one of Uttarakhand's loveliest valleys — from the trekking hub of Sankri over the Ruinsara valley to a base camp on the Kyarkoti meadows — before turning to snow, ice and the glaciated summit ridge. It is a genuine mountaineering objective that rewards experienced trekkers stepping up to their first technical 6,000 m peak.
The climb combines a beautiful multi-day trek approach with a committing summit phase of load ferries, fixed ropes and glacier travel. Prior high-altitude trekking experience and comfort with crampons, ice-axe and roped movement are essential; the itinerary builds in acclimatisation and reserve days to maximise the summit window. Best attempted in the pre-monsoon and post-monsoon seasons when the snow is stable.
Highlights
- A 6,387 m technical summit — the top of the Bandarpunch massif
- A stunning approach through the Ruinsara valley and Kyarkoti meadows
- Glacier travel, fixed ropes and a real high-altitude summit push
- A superb first technical 6,000 m peak for strong trekkers
From
₹85,000
per person
- Free reschedule up to 21 days out
- Small groups, certified mountain leaders
- Oximeter, oxygen & evacuation plan on every route
Day by day
The itinerary
16 days from Sankri. Tap any day to read the detail — distances and altitudes are planning figures and may shift with conditions.
A long, scenic drive from Dehradun climbs into the Garhwal Himalaya to the trekking hub of Sankri at around 1,920 m. The evening is spent settling into a homestay and preparing gear for the days ahead.
What's included
- Twin/triple-sharing tents and all camp equipment
- All meals from Sankri to Sankri (veg, freshly cooked)
- Certified mountaineering guides, high-altitude support and porters
- Climbing permits, forest/camping charges and technical group gear (ropes, ice screws, snow bars)
- First-aid, oximeter and emergency oxygen
Not included
- Transport to and from Sankri (available at extra cost)
- Personal climbing gear, insurance and offloading charges
- Anything not listed under inclusions
In the field
The country you'll walk
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Walk Black Peak (Kalanag) with us
Small groups, honest briefings and a crew that has done this route many times over. From ₹85,000 per person.
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