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MOUNTAIN SPORTS

Location : Garhwal and Kumaon Ranges
Mountain Sports : Mountaineering and Rock Climbing
Mountaineering Destination : Panch Kedar, Kedarnath – Vasuki and Pithoragarh
Rock Climbing Sites : Around Gangotri

Ice Trekking
Adventurers Walking Past an Ice Covered Mountain


Mountaineering in Uttaranchal

All those who thought that the mountains was an unattainable part, come to Uttaranchal and indulge in some mountain sports. The exhilaration of mountaineering in Uttaranchal is so platonic that it is considered to be once in a lifetime experience. The snow fed regions of Garhwal and Kumaon, which are located at a very high altitude are the hosts of this sport. At a range of 3,000 m to 7,000, mountaineering tours in Uttaranchal comprise of various routes and trails. If you are planning to begin with Garhwal, then the Panch Kedar is the main route. Here you will be greeted with glimpse of the hospitality of local people and the rich flora and fauna. Other routes in this area includes Kedarnath – Vasuki and Pithoragarh.

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Climb the Boulders of Uttaranchal with Rock Climbing

Rock climbing is not very different from mountaineering, except that instead of snow there are rocks involved in this adventure sport. The rocky cliffs of Uttaranchal challenges all the climbers to indulge in this risky sport. The multitudinous variation in Uttaranchal topography makes this sport the fantasy of every climber. Gangotri in Uttaranchal is the main areas where tourists can indulge in this game. Enjoy this adventure during the months of February and June, which is the best Time for mountain sports. Monsoons should be avoided, as then the rocks become slippery. The Uttaranchal Tourism Board assist the tourists with this sport.

Rock Climbing
Climbers Indulged in Rock Climbing in Uttaranchal


Gears to be Carried While Mountain Sports

Shoes, chalkbag, harness, ropes, rope care, belay devices, cordlette, webbing and carbiners are some of the equipments that you should carry on mountain sports tour. For beginners, high top shoes with midsole are best. Do not borrow rock climbing gears, the best option in to buy a new one. The climbing routes should be kept in mind and one must be equipped with a route map. The best time to enjoy mountain sports is during the summer and autumn months.


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