The 2027 plan starts in Delhi for team introductions and Indian Mountaineering Foundation formalities, then uses Leh and Korzok to build altitude progressively.
Advanced 7000m Expedition · 7,077 m
Mount Kun
Mount Kun is a 25-day advanced expedition in Ladakh’s Nun-Kun massif, with progressive acclimatization, a 6,000m preparation climb and two weather buffer days.
Mount Kun Expedition (7077m)
Mount Kun – 7,077m
25 Days with 2 Weather Buffer Days
6,000m Acclimatization Peak Before the Main Climb
Maximum 6 Participants
1:1 Certified Guide-to-Participant Ratio
Advanced 7000m Expedition
Mount Kun (7,077 m)
7077mA carefully acclimatized 25-day climb through Delhi, Leh, Korzok and Shafat Nala, with a 6,000m preparation peak before the Mount Kun summit phase.
Mount Kun is a 25-day advanced expedition in Ladakh’s Nun-Kun massif, with progressive acclimatization, a 6,000m preparation climb and two weather buffer days.
Mount Kun – 7,077m
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Expedition overview
Mount Kun at a glance
Mount Kun rises to 7,077 metres in the Nun-Kun massif of Ladakh. The expedition combines a long approach, glacier travel, snow and ice climbing, fixed ropes and a demanding summit push for experienced high-altitude mountaineers.
Altitude
017,077m
Duration
0225 Days
Season
032027 dates to be confirmed
Difficulty
04Very Difficult
Mount Kun
Mount Kun Expedition (7077m)
The story
A 7,077m Objective in the Nun-Kun Massif
Mount Kun rises to 7,077 metres in Ladakh's Nun-Kun massif and requires glacier travel, snow and ice climbing, fixed ropes, high camps and sustained effort above 6,000m.
Expedition story
A mountain journey shaped by terrain, weather, and summit-day decisions.
Ascent notes
What the climb feels like on the mountain.
Before the Mount Kun phase, participants attempt a 6,000m-class acclimatization peak. This helps climbers and guides assess altitude response before committing to the higher camps.
From Shafat Nala, the team approaches Base Camp, refreshes crampon, ice-axe, fixed-rope, Jumar and descent skills, and completes a load ferry to Camp 1.
The summit rotation moves through Camp 1 at approximately 5,300m, Camp 2 at approximately 6,100m and Summit Camp at approximately 6,300m.
A maximum of six participants, 1:1 certified guide support, Sherpa fixed-rope support, emergency oxygen and expedition communications support the programme, but do not replace prior technical experience or responsible acclimatization.
Why this climb works
Why Mount Kun Is a Very Difficult 7000m Expedition
The climb asks for steady pacing, acclimatization, mountain movement, and summit-day focus.
Field note
Guided does not mean effortless.
The expedition is manageable because the progression is measured, not because the mountain is casual.
Altitude Above 7000m
The 7,077m summit demands excellent acclimatization, endurance and careful decision-making in thin air.
Glacier and Snow/Ice Terrain
The expedition involves glacier travel, snow and ice climbing, and route conditions that can change quickly.
Fixed-Rope Movement
Participants need prior confidence with crampons, an ice axe, harness, Jumar, descender and fixed ropes.
High Camps Above 6000m
Camp 2 and Summit Camp require disciplined pacing, hydration and recovery before the summit attempt.
Conditional Summit Decision
The expedition leadership proceeds only when weather, wind, snow, route safety, acclimatization and team condition are suitable.
Route & approach
Expedition Route & Approach
The expedition begins in Delhi, acclimatizes through Leh and Korzok with a 6,000m-class preparation climb, and then enters the Mount Kun route through Shafat Nala before moving through Base Camp, Camp 1, Camp 2 and Summit Camp.
Route rhythm
Approach, acclimatize, move high, summit, return.
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Itinerary
Day-by-Day Itinerary – Mount Kun Expedition (7077m)
Scan the short plan first, then open the detailed view for the field notes behind each expedition day.
25 days / short
Short day plan
25 days
Day 1
Arrival in Delhi and team meeting
01Day 2
IMF visit, paperwork and equipment check
02Day 3
Fly Delhi to Leh; rest at approximately 3500m
03Day 4
Rest and acclimatization in Leh
04Day 5
Short acclimatization hike around Leh
05Day 6
Drive Leh to Korzok (approximately 4500m)
06Day 7
Acclimatization hike at Korzok
07Day 8
Attempt a 6000m-class acclimatization peak; return to Leh
08Day 9
Rest and final preparation in Leh
09Day 10
Drive Leh to Shafat Nala (approximately 3650m)
10Day 11
Rest and acclimatization at Shafat Nala
11Day 12
Trek to Mount Kun Base Camp (approximately 4300m)
12Day 13
Rest and technical refresh at Base Camp
13Day 14
Load ferry to Camp 1 (approximately 5300m); return
14Day 15
Rest and weather review at Base Camp
15Day 16
Move Base Camp to Camp 1
16Day 17
Move Camp 1 to Camp 2 (approximately 6100m)
17Day 18
Move Camp 2 to Summit Camp (approximately 6300m)
18Day 19
Mount Kun summit attempt (7077m); return to Summit Camp
19Day 20
Descend Summit Camp to Camp 1
20Day 21
Descend Camp 1 to Base Camp
21Day 22
Descend Base Camp to Shafat Nala
22Day 23
Drive Shafat Nala to Leh
23Day 24
Buffer day 1
24Day 25
Buffer day 2
25Safety system
Safety, Technical Protocols & Leadership
A guided climb with clear checks before the approach, at camp, and before summit movement.
- 01
Maximum six participants with a 1:1 certified guide-to-participant ratio
- 02
Sherpa support for fixed-rope installation and route work
- 03
Backup medical oxygen cylinder available up to Summit Camp
- 04
Satellite phone and walkie-talkies for expedition communication
- 05
A 6,000m-class acclimatization climb before the Mount Kun phase
- 06
Two buffer days for weather, route conditions and team recovery
- 07
The summit decision remains conditional on weather, wind, snow, route safety, acclimatization and team condition
Best fit
Who Should Join the Mount Kun Expedition
A serious 7,000m objective for experienced mountaineers with high-altitude fitness, glacier and fixed-rope skills, and the judgment to accept conservative expedition decisions.
Audience
01Experienced Technical Mountaineers
Climbers with appropriate mountaineering experience and confidence on snow, ice and glacier terrain.
Audience
02Previous High-Altitude Climbers
Participants prepared for sustained effort, recovery and decision-making above 6,000m.
Audience
03Fixed-Rope Users
Climbers already familiar with crampons, an ice axe, harness, Jumar and descender systems.
Audience
04Safety-Led Team Members
Participants ready to follow guide decisions when weather, route safety, fatigue or health requires the plan to change.
Planning notes
Expedition details before you arrive
The 2027 programme starts in Delhi, builds altitude through Leh and Korzok, and then moves through Shafat Nala for the Mount Kun climbing phase. The expedition fee is confirmed; the fixed departure date remains to be confirmed.
01
Meeting Point
Delhi expedition hotel
02
Nearest Airport
Delhi arrival; Delhi–Leh flight during the programme
03
Nearest Town
Shafat Nala, Ladakh
04
Mountain Range
Nun-Kun Massif
05
Shafat Nala Altitude
Approximately 3,650m
06
Base Camp Altitude
Approximately 4,300m
07
Camp One Altitude
Approximately 5,300m
08
Camp Two Altitude
Approximately 6,100m
09
Summit Camp Altitude
Approximately 6,300m
10
Maximum Elevation
7,077m / 23,219ft
11
Duration
25 days including 2 buffer days
12
Group Size
Maximum 6 participants
13
Guide Ratio
1:1 certified guide-to-participant
14
Acclimatization Peak
One 6,000m-class peak
15
Departure Dates
2027 dates to be confirmed
16
Expedition Fee
₹3,00,000 / US$4,500 per participant
17
Technical Level
Advanced High Altitude Expedition
18
Expedition Style
Himalayan Expedition Mountaineering
Trip details
Inclusion, exclusion and carry
A quick reference for what is covered, what stays personal, and what you should pack for the climb.
What is included
21 items
Group 01
Accommodation & Meals
Delhi hotel accommodation
01Leh hotel accommodation
02Breakfast and dinner at Delhi and Leh hotels
03Expedition camping accommodation
04Dining tent and kitchen tent at Base Camp
05Expedition tents during the climbing phase
06
Group 02
Acclimatization, Permits & Transport
One 6,000m-class acclimatization peak
01Acclimatization hikes in Leh and Korzok
02Planned acclimatization at Base Camp
03All required Mount Kun climbing permits
04Expedition-related permit formalities
05Transportation from Leh to Shafat Nala and return to Leh
06Transportation for the Base Camp approach as planned
07
Group 03
Guide, Climbing & Safety Support
Maximum six participants in one batch
01One certified guide for each participant
02Certified mountain guides and Sherpa support team
03Sherpa fixed-rope installation
04Support during high-camp movement and the summit push
05Backup medical oxygen cylinder up to Summit Camp
06Satellite phone and walkie-talkies
07Emergency communication coordination
08
Policies
Payments and cancellation
A simple reference for confirming your seat, clearing the balance, and understanding cancellation windows before the climb.
Payment policy
Confirmation schedule
2 steps
Advance
0130% booking payment
The booking amount and payment schedule are shared before payment confirmation.
Balance
0270% balance payment
The remaining balance and payment deadline are shared before booking confirmation.
Cancellation policy
Refund and weather windows
4 rules
The applicable cancellation terms are shared with the confirmed 2027 programme before payment.
01Weather, snowfall, wind, route conditions and team safety may require itinerary or summit-plan changes.
02The expedition leader has final authority regarding participation, route changes and summit attempts.
03Mountaineering involves inherent risks. Participants must arrange appropriate travel, rescue and evacuation insurance.
04
Policies balance climber safety, logistics, and expedition fairness in high-altitude Himalayan conditions.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the most common questions about Mount Kun Expedition (7077m), training, weather, and completion.
Mount Kun Expedition Gallery
A view of the snow-covered Mount Kun objective above glaciated terrain in the Nun-Kun massif of Ladakh.
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