Bandapunch Expedition

INFORMATION

There would be many questions in your mind. Don’t worry you can get your answers here.

About Bandarpunch

– Bandarpunch 1 lies at an altitude of 6316 meters.
– It lies in the Garhwal Himalayas and are a part of Govind Wildlife Sanctuary of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand.
– Starting point of this trek is Sukhi which lies on the way to Gangotri.
– The trek gets difficult because of the crevasses.

Highlights of this Trek

The summit offers thrilling views of Jogin peaks, Sudarshan Parbat, Gangotri group of peaks, Chandra Parbat, Thelu, Jaonli, Swetvaran, Matri, and Satopanth. Other mountains of Garhwal region are also visible from here. It is a great trek for adventure enthusiasts.

What is the best time to go for the thrill of this trek?

April, May, June, September and October

Is this trek for Beginners?

No, this is not for beginners because of the difficult level and high altitude of this trek.

Altitude Covered Per Day

– Forest camp (2950 m)
– Base camp (3780 m)
– Camp 1 (4450 m)
– Summit Camp (5180 m)
– Summit (6316 m)

These points should not be avoided

– Proper conditioning and training of body required
– Proper gear and clothing for sub-zero temperatures
– Sturdy hiking shoes are important
– High altitude requires proper acclimatization
– Intermittent or no signals
– Carry travel light
– Weather is unpredicted so the itinerary is flexible

The most common question asked is “What things to carry on a Trek?”

First of all trekkers must bring the documents mentioned below –

1. Government ID proof, carry original and a photocopy of any of these – (Driving License, Adhar Card, Pan Card, Voter Id etc.)
2. Medical certificate by a doctor
3. Risk certificates

Foremost Requirements

• Strongly built Trekking Shoes
• Backpack (50 to 60 liters)

To reduce your expenses HPMA offer trekking items on rent at nominal prices. Make a special renting request before the trek to get trek gear on rent.

Things you can get on Rent

• Trekking shoes
• Backpacks
• Hiking Pole
• Poncho

Clothes to Carry On A Trek

Carry clothes according to the season. In winters there is chilly cold and in summers the temperature remains cold. (Day and Night temperature varies)

-Jacket

Take at least 2 jackets with you, it should be warm enough to protect you against chilly cold.

-Trekking Pants

You should have 2 – 3 trek pants on a week long trek and take more for longer treks.

-Thermals

At night the temperature lowers and to keep yourself warm and sleep comfortably wear thermals.

-Warm clothes

Keep enough woolen layers and fleece according to the season.

-T- shirts

To avoid sunburns always carry full sleeved t shirts which dries easily and covers neck and arms properly.

-Poncho/Raincoat

They are useful during rain and snowfall.

Necessary Items

• Water Bottle
• Gloves (Waterproof and woolen)
• Cap
• Socks (Regular and woolen
• Sunglasses
• Hiking Pole
• Torch
• Toiletry Items

(Toilet paper, Sunscreen, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Moisturizer, Lip balm, Face Wash, Sanitizer etc.)

(Avoid using wet wipes and sanitary napkins during your trek because they are not biodegradable and cause harm to the environment. If you use them in mountains make sure you bring them back with you.)

Medical Kit is Mandatory

(Use medicines only after prescribed by the doctor) (In case if any problem arises during the trek follow the instructions given by your trek leader because they are certified in First Aid Mountaineering courses.)

Carry These Medicines in Your Medical Kit

• Avomine for treating motion sickness
• Diamox for treating altitude sickness
• Avil to treat allergies
• Saradon to cure headache
• Combiflam to relieve pain
• Crocin for treating fever and headache
• Digene to cure acidity
• Norflox TZ and Lomofen to prevent Diarrhoea
• Betadine (Antiseptic cream)
• ORS
• Moov/Volini spray for treating sprains
• Band aid
• Elastic bandage
• Gauze

Har Ki Dun Protection and Mountaineering Association is Making Your Trek Safe

WE CARE FOR YOUR SAFETY AND IT IS OUR PRIORITY

• We have a team of more than 80+ guides to serve in the mountains and they are professionally trained from Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM) Uttarkashi, Hanifle Centre; Mussoorie and Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) Delhi. We also have Kitchen staff to serve in the mountains and supporting staff goes along to manage the activities.

• The trek leaders are certified in courses of Mountaineering. On every high altitude trek we carry oxygen cylinders and First Aid kits. We take proper care of everything and make sure you feel safe and comfortable with us.

• Getting to high altitude can be a problem to some people, the risks are enormous but we minimize them by providing best quality equipment which are changed on regular basis.

• We do every possible thing to make your treks safe because if you trust and choose us then it becomes our responsibility to make your safety our top most priority. The risk factor can never be abolished but it can be reduced and if you have a heart of mountaineer then this “risk factor” is the real pleasure and we can help you overcome every risk successfully without fear by taking proper care of your safety.