SHIVLING PEAK EXPEDITION

Opposite the triple-peaked Bhagirathi massif, with the lush green meadows of Tapovan at its base, the location of Mt. Shivling lends as much to its popularity as does its 6,543M of pure beauty. Located in the Garhwal range of Himalayas, with its tooth-like jagged peak, the mountain has as much spiritual appeal as it does for climbing. Once referred to as the Indian Matterhorn, you can feel the power and magnanimity of the mountain from its base. An abode of Lord Shiva, its name points to the sacred symbol of Shiv Ling with its base as Tapovan which remains a place of choice for the spiritual yogis to go into long-term meditation despite the harsh conditions of the altitude.

Starting from the holy mountain town of Gangotri, the trail for this climb is a stunning assortment of landscapes from the lush forests of Chirbasa to massive open grounds of Tapovan onto a glacial terrain to land you straight on its icy slopes. It also offers splendid views of the much revered peaks in the range, adding to its appeal. A stepping stone for some and for some a challenge in and of itself, the mountain is a thing of beauty and does its share in lending you a dream. It is a technical and challenging endeavor taken on by climbers looking to get a taste of high-altitude climbing and for those preparing for 7000+M peaks in the Himalayas.

Since it is a technical climb which requires specific knowledge of mountaineering equipment and a specific set of skills to survive at that altitude in that terrain, this is an expedition reserved for experienced climbers only. Mountaineering certification or alternatively experience in high-altitude mountaineering and extreme temperature is a mandate to undertake this challenging expedition.