Overview
Duration: 7 Days/6 Nights
Altitude: 6081 meters
Difficulty: Moderate
Temperature: 20°C to -12°C
Distance: 36 Kms
Location: Himachal Pradesh
Package Price: 29900 / Person
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Shinkun East Expedition Complete Guide
Summit of Shinkun east
The Shinkun East Expedition is an excellent exposure for mountaineers who is aiming to climb 6000er peaks in Indian Himalayas. Mount Shinkun East is situated at an altitude of 6081 meters in the Lahaul Valley on border of Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh on the way to Zanskar Valley near very famous Shinkula Pass. Very less climbers climbed this mountain peak every year to explore the untouched beauty of Himalayas and The route to Mt Shinkun Peak is challenging yet rewarding full filled with beautiful landscapes and ridges.
Although the route is a tiring one, you will still enjoy it by witnessing the real beauty of the mountains. At each step of Mt Shinkun peak.
The trail is a mix of rugged, glaciated terrain, with steep ascents, crevasses, semi technical climbing sections. The route requires good mountaineering skills, such as ice axe use, roping techniques, and the ability to navigate through crevasses and steep snow fields. if you join Mountains Heights batch for Mount Shinkun East Expedition we provide all climbing technical equipments in our expedition and give you the learning of how to use these equipments during the expedition. We conduct this expedition from mid June to last September, which is also the best time to do this expedition.
The adventure of climbing snow-capped mountains is intoxicating for mountaineers. Himachal Pradesh has several majestic mountain peaks which you must visit once in your life. While some mountain peaks are very easy to climb, some peaks cause a challenge to the trekkers.
Mt Shinkun East expedition is one of the most challenging routes for mountaineers. It covers snowy patches of land, and ridges. This expedition is perfect for experienced mountaineers who are well-versed in the techniques of climbing tough mountain peaks.
Climbing this mountain peak needs a high level of physical fitness as well as stamina. Apart from that, the mountaineers must also be prepared to face the harsh weather conditions at this peak. This expedition starts from Manali and covers significant places such as Solang Valley and Jispa.
Best Time to do Mt. Shinkun East Expedition
The best time to do Mt Shinkun East Expedition is between mid June to last week of September. You can enjoy cool yet clear weather in these months. This place experiences clear blue skies and less snowfall between July and August. It is easy to climb the peak during this period because of less snowfall.
Short Itinerary
- Day 01: Arrival at Manali Drive to Solang Valley
- Day 02: Solang Valley to Jispa and Acclimatization
- Day 03: Jispa to Shinkun Base Camp and Training Session
- Day 04: Load ferry to Advance Base Camp and back to base camp
- Day 05: Base Camp to Advance Base Camp
- Day 06: Summit push to Shinkun east back to base camp
- Day 07: Back to Manali from Base Camp
