Uttarakhand · India
Mt. Shivling
The Matterhorn of the Himalaya, above Tapovan
The trek
A highly technical granite-and-ice expedition to the iconic 6,543 m spire of Shivling, rising above the meadows of Tapovan at the source of the Ganga.
Shivling, at 6,543 m, is one of the most beautiful and technically demanding peaks in the Indian Himalaya — a razor-sharp granite-and-ice spire rising above the alpine meadows of Tapovan at the source of the Ganga. The expedition begins at the holy town of Gangotri and treks up past Gomukh, the snout of the Gangotri glacier, to a base camp at Tapovan beneath the peak. The climb itself is a serious technical undertaking for experienced mountaineers only.
Often called the Matterhorn of the Himalaya, Shivling demands rock and ice climbing on steep, exposed ground at altitude, with fixed ropes and multiple high camps. The Gangotri-to-Gangotri itinerary allows for acclimatisation and a long, weather-dependent climbing phase with reserve days. Prior technical climbing experience and a strong mountaineering background are essential.
Highlights
- The iconic 6,543 m granite spire above Tapovan
- A trek approach past Gomukh, the source of the Ganga
- Technical rock and ice climbing at high altitude
- The meadows of Tapovan beneath the Bhagirathi peaks
From
₹2,20,000
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
21 days from Gangotri. Tap any day to read the detail — distances and altitudes are planning figures and may shift with conditions.
A long, scenic drive from Dehradun up the Bhagirathi valley to the holy town of Gangotri at 3,415 m, the source of the Ganga and the start of the expedition.
What's included
- Accommodation in Gangotri and all camps on the mountain
- All meals from Gangotri to Gangotri (veg, freshly cooked)
- Certified mountaineering guides, Sherpas and high-altitude support
- Peak/climbing permits, national-park fees and technical group gear
- First-aid, oximeter and emergency oxygen
Not included
- Transport to and from Gangotri (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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