The Kailasa Journal
Route notes, preparation advice and honest planning guides from the team that leads these climbs, written in Dehradun.
Nun & Kun Expedition Series
For a Mount Nun expedition, we recommend planning within mid-July to mid-September. That is the climbing window we use at Kailasa Treks & Expeditions. It gives you a starting point for choosing dates. The next thing to check is how much…
Sachin Lama · 1 Nov 2026 · 8 min read
Satopanth Expedition Series
The Satopanth Knife Ridge is regarded as one of the most technically demanding ridge traverses in the Indian Himalayas. Located in the upper reaches of the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand,…
20 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
Satopanth Expedition Series
Mount Satopanth expedition is one of the most challenging mountain adventure expeditions in India. It is appreciated for its pointed form. It contains climbs that require technical climbing for experienced…
8 Jul 2026 · 9 min read
Ladakh 6000m Series
Going to high peaks (above 7000m) demands far more than fitness. It requires technical mountaineering abilities, mental toughness, glacier travel, acclimatization and adaptation to altitude and extreme weather conditions. Many…
26 May 2026 · 7 min read
Ladakh 6000m Series
If you’re dreaming of standing on top of a Himalayan summit, you’ve probably heard of Kang Yatse, and Dzo Jongo. Both Dzo Jongo Peak vs Kang Yatse 2 are popular…
21 May 2026 · 6 min read
Beginner Peak Climbing
The dream of many beginners is the idea of climbing a mountain peak that is 6000m. Nevertheless, it must never give the impression that it is impossible. India has several…
8 May 2026 · 8 min read
Ladakh 6000m Series
Go on an exciting Kang Yatse I and II peaks expedition in the beautiful Ladakh region in India. Kang Yatse I (6400m) and Kang Yatse II (6250m) are two legendary…
29 Apr 2026 · 8 min read
Nun & Kun Expedition Series
Nun mountain is located in the Suru Valley, Kargil, Ladakh, in the Zanskar range, at 7135 meters. Most climbers who visit it are also among the least underrated expeditions in…
24 Apr 2026 · 7 min read
Satopanth Expedition Series
Most climbers who attempt Mt Satopanth return with one regret. The Mt. Satopanth is located at an elevation of 7,075 metres in the Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand. The route starts within…
18 Apr 2026 · 8 min read
Nun & Kun Expedition Series
Nun Kun is a massif in the Zanskar Range in Ladakh, and it is considered one of the most sought-after mountaineering destinations in India. This range features two iconic peaks—Mt.…
6 Apr 2026 · 5 min read
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