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Master ice climbing skills and advanced rescue system training
Master ice climbing skills and advanced rescue system training
Cost per person: ₹ Inclusions 56,500
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Activity: Ice Climbing
Grade: WI – 3/4
Location: Leh, Ladakh (India)
Overview
Embark on an 8-day advanced ice climbing journey through the frozen landscapes of Ladakh. From the base in Leh (3,500 m), you’ll explore diverse valleys known for their spectacular natural and man-made ice walls. This intensive course is designed to enhance your skills in technical ice climbing, anchor building, lead techniques, and rescue systems — all under the guidance of certified professional mountain guides. Whether you are an aspiring ice climber or a seasoned alpinist refining your skills, this course will strengthen your ability to move efficiently and safely on steep ice terrains.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Learn advanced ice climbing techniques and rescue systems.
- Train on both artificial and natural ice walls around Leh.
- Gain hands-on experience in lead climbing, anchor setup, rappelling, and rescue operations.
- Experience Ladakh’s unique winter landscapes and local hospitality.
- Exploration of valleys
- Multiple natural ice falls in Ladakh
Detailed Itinerary:
10/01/2026 Day 1: Arrival in Leh (3,500 m) – Acclimatization
• Arrival & Transfer: Pick-up from Leh Airport and transfer to hotel.
• Altitude Acclimatization: Full rest day to adapt to Leh’s high altitude.
• Preparation: Course briefing and equipment check.
• Overnight: Hotel in Leh.
11/01/2026 Day 2: Introduction & Ganglas Ice Wall Exploration
• Morning Session: Introduction to ice climbing gear and rope systems.
• Rope Work Practice: Learn essential knots and belay setups.
• Afternoon: Short acclimatization hike and ice wall familiarization at Ganglas Ice Wall.
• Overnight: Hotel in Leh.
12/01/2026 Day 3: Ice Climbing Techniques & Top Rope Practice (Ganglas Ice Wall)
Training Focus:
• Fundamental knots and rope management.
• Tool placement, body positioning, Ice screw placements and footwork.
• Safe belay techniques and partner communication.
• Climbing Practice: Full day of top-rope climbing on varied ice routes.
• Overnight: Hotel in Leh.
13/01/2026 Day 4: Anchor Building & Lead Climbing Techniques (Ganglas Ice Wall)
Key Topics:-
• Anchor configurations.
• V-thread anchor setup, anchor cleaning and safe rappel systems.
• Application of lead climbing, lead climbing techniques and risk management.
• Practical Session: Full-day climbing and anchor setup practice.
• Overnight: Hotel in Leh.
14/01/2026 Day 5: Rescue Systems & Victim lowering Techniques at (Tsogsti ice fall) - Drive to Khaltse.
• Morning Drive: Scenic journey along the Zanskar frozen river and across the famous zanskar river (Chadar) route to Tsogsti Ice Fall.
• Climbing rescue setup, tandem rappel techniques. • Rescue knots, victim lowering systems 1:1/2
• Top rope climbing.
• Evening Transfer: Drive (~2 hrs) along the Indus River to Khaltse Village
• Overnight: GH/Homestay in khaltse.
15/01/2026 Day 6: Natural Ice Climbing at Zarthang ice fall.
• Morning: Drive to Zarthang followed by a short hike (25 min) to the natural ice fall.
• Climbing Session: Scale 30-meter natural ice formations and experience varied textures.
• Full-Day Climb: Natural ice wall climbing in a narrow gorge near Tsogsti Village.
• Evening Transfer: Drive (~2 hrs) along the Indus River to Khaltse Village.
• Overnight: Cozy GH/homestay in Khaltse.
16/01/2026 Day 7: Zarthang Ice Fall Climb - Return to Leh
• Morning: Drive to Zarthang followed by a short hike (25 min) to the natural ice fall.
• Climbing Session: Scale 30-meter natural ice formations and experience varied textures.
• Skill Enhancement: Final day of climbing – refine and consolidate all learned
techniques.
• Evening Drive: Return to Leh (~3 hrs).
• Overnight: Hotel in Leh.
17/01/2026 Day 8: Departure from Leh
Airport Transfer: After breakfast, Drop-off at Leh Airport for onward travel.
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Include Features
- Accommodation (heated rooms) with breakfast and lunch throughout.
- All ground transportation as per itinerary with an experienced driver.
- Ganglas Ice Wall climbing fee (₹800/person/day) – paid to LMGA.
- Professional mountain guide/instructor.
- Central climbing gear: ice screws, ropes, belay devices, and slings.
- Shared technical ice tools and crampons (personal gear available on request).
- Hot lunch during climbing sessions.
- Portable emergency oxygen cylinder.
- All permits, ice wall, and wildlife fees.
Exclude Features
- Airfare to/from Leh
- Personal ice climbing gear (available for rent in Leh).
- Personal clothing and accessories.
- Lunch on Day 1.
- Travel insurance.
- Additional transport or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Expenses due to unforeseen conditions (bad weather, flight cancellations, etc.).
- Rescue or evacuation services.
- Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, phone calls, souvenirs, tips, etc.).
- Anything not specified under Inclusions.
IMPORTANT NOTE
This course is conducted under the supervision of certified mountain guides with extensive experience in technical ice climbing and high-altitude rescue operations. Safety is prioritized at every step, and participants are expected to maintain good physical fitness and mental readiness for cold-weather conditions.
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