The name Saser is associated with the idea of Yellow Mountain, a reference to the golden hue that can appear on its snow slopes at sunrise and sunset.
Saser Kangri Expedition (7672m)
Saser Kangri I – 7,672m
The Ultimate Karakoram Challenge
35 Days in the Saser Muztagh of Ladakh
Remote Glaciers, High Camps & Siege-Style Climbing
One of India’s Highest and Most Exclusive Peaks
Full Scale High Altitude Expedition
Saser Kangri I (7,672 m)
7672mA remote, rarely climbed Karakoram objective for experienced mountaineers, with Nubra Valley access, massive glaciers, high camps, load ferries, acclimatization rotations, and a serious summit push above 7600m.
Saser Kangri I is a 35 days guided Himalayan objective in Saser Muztagh, Karakoram, Ladakh. It is best suited to climbers looking for the ultimate karakoram challenge for experienced climbers stepping beyond 6000m peaks.
Saser Kangri I – 7,672m
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Expedition overview
Saser Kangri at a glance
Saser Kangri I (7,672m) is the highest peak of the Saser Muztagh, the easternmost subrange of the Karakoram Mountains in Ladakh. Towering above the remote valleys and glaciers of Nubra, it is one of India’s highest mountains and one of the most challenging expedition peaks in the Himalayas.
Altitude
017,672m
Duration
0235 Days
Season
03Jun-Jul-Aug
Difficulty
04Extremely Difficult
Saser Kangri I
Saser Kangri Expedition (7672m)
The story
The Yellow Mountain of the Saser Muztagh
Saser Kangri I rises to 7,672 meters in the Saser Muztagh, the easternmost subrange of the Karakoram in Ladakh.
Expedition story
A mountain journey shaped by terrain, weather, and summit-day decisions.
Ascent notes
What the climb feels like on the mountain.
Unlike commercial mountains, Saser Kangri remains one of the least climbed and most exclusive high peaks in the world.
The expedition begins in Delhi with Indian Mountaineering Foundation formalities before flying to Leh for acclimatization, local hikes, gear checks, and final packing.
A Korzok and Kiager Ri North Face acclimatization phase prepares the team before the expedition moves across Khardung La into Nubra Valley and Panamik.
The climbing phase follows a classic Himalayan siege-style approach with Base Camp, Camp 1, Camp 2, Camp 3, Summit Camp, load ferries, rotations, weather assessment, and contingency days.
Why this climb works
Why Saser Kangri Is an Extreme Karakoram 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.
Rare and Remote Objective
Saser Kangri receives minimal commercial traffic and sits in remote Karakoram terrain above Nubra’s valleys and glaciers.
Extreme Altitude
At 7,672m, the summit requires strong acclimatization, elite endurance, and previous high-altitude expedition experience.
Massive Glacier Terrain
The route involves remote valleys, glacial terrain, steep ice faces, snowfields, and high-altitude camps.
Siege-Style Camp Strategy
The ascent uses load ferries, rotations, and progressive camps before moving to Summit Camp at around 7,100m.
Permit and Weather Dependency
Expedition dates may shift based on IMF permits, military and government clearance, weather, and route conditions.
Route & approach
Expedition Route & Approach
The expedition starts in Delhi for IMF formalities, flies to Leh, acclimatizes in Leh and Korzok, climbs Kiager Ri North Face as preparation, then drives through Nubra Valley to Panamik before trekking to Saser Kangri Base Camp and climbing through multiple high camps.
Route rhythm
Approach, acclimatize, move high, summit, return.
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Itinerary
Day-by-Day Itinerary – Saser Kangri Expedition (7672m)
Scan the short plan first, then open the detailed view for the field notes behind each expedition day.
35 days / short
Short day plan
35 days
Day 1
Arrival in Delhi
01Day 2
Visit IMF Delhi for permit processing and briefing
02Day 3
Fly to Leh (3500m)
03Day 4
Acclimatization in Leh and final packing
04Day 5
Drive Leh to Korzok (4500m)
05Day 6
Acclimatization at Korzok
06Day 7
Summit Kiager Ri North Face (6100m), return to Leh
07Day 8
Rest day in Leh and weather briefing
08Day 9
Drive Leh to Nubra Valley (3200m)
09Day 10
Nubra Valley to Panamik, final formalities
10Day 11
Trek to Base Camp (4800m)
11Day 12
Acclimatization and glacier training
12Day 13
Load ferry to Camp 1 (5500m), return to Base Camp
13Day 14
Rest day at Base Camp
14Day 15
Move to Camp 1 (5500m)
15Day 16
Rotation to Camp 2 (6100m), descend to Camp 1
16Day 17
Descend to Base Camp
17Day 18
Rest day at Base Camp
18Day 19
Move to Camp 1
19Day 20
Move to Camp 2
20Day 21
Rotation to Camp 3 (6700m), return to Camp 2
21Day 22
Descend to Base Camp
22Day 23
Rest day and weather assessment
23Day 24
Move to Camp 1
24Day 25
Move to Camp 2
25Day 26
Move to Camp 3 (6700m)
26Day 27
Move to Summit Camp (7100m)
27Day 28
Summit Saser Kangri I (7672m), descend to Summit Camp
28Day 29
Descend to Camp 2
29Day 30
Descend to Base Camp
30Day 31
Contingency day
31Day 32
Contingency day
32Day 33
Trek to Panamik
33Day 34
Drive to Leh and farewell dinner
34Day 35
Fly Leh to Delhi
35Safety system
Safety, Permits & Expedition Leadership
A guided climb with clear checks before the approach, at camp, and before summit movement.
- 01
Minimum 4 months prior notice required for IMF and government permit processing
- 02
Permit approval subject to military and government clearance
- 03
Satellite phone mandatory due to the remote location
- 04
Medical kit, first-aid equipment, backup oxygen, and pulse oximeter
- 05
Walkie-talkies for communication between camps and expedition staff
- 06
Professional certified mountain guides with high guide-to-client ratio
Best fit
Who Should Join This Expedition
A good match for fit beginners and trekkers who want a real summit objective with guided pacing, acclimatization, and mountain skills.
Audience
01Experienced Himalayan Climbers
Saser Kangri is for climbers ready to push beyond 6000m peaks into elite Himalayan expedition terrain.
Audience
02Multiple 6000m Summit Climbers
Previous 6000m climbing experience is compulsory before joining this climb.
Audience
03Advanced Expedition Climbers
Previous expedition experience above 6500m is preferred and previous 7000m experience is highly recommended.
Audience
04Technically Prepared Teams
Participants must know glacier travel, fixed rope techniques, and load carrying at high altitude.
Planning notes
Expedition details before you arrive
Practical field information for reaching the meeting point, preparing for mountain conditions, and understanding connectivity during the climb.
01
Nearest Airport
Leh (IXL)
02
Nearest Town
Leh, Ladakh
03
Mountain Range
Saser Muztagh, Karakoram
04
Maximum Elevation
7672 m
05
Best Season
June to August
06
Difficulty
Extremely Difficult
07
Technical Grade
Advanced
08
Expedition Duration
35 Days
09
Climbing Style
High Altitude Expedition
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Permit Note
A minimum of 4 months prior notice is required to process permits through IMF and other government authorities. Approval is subject to military and government clearance.
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
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Group 01
Group 02
Group 03
Group 04
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
30% advance payment required to confirm booking
Balance
0270% balance payment
Remaining 70% payable before expedition start
Cancellation policy
Refund and weather windows
6 rules
Permit approval is subject to military and government clearance.
01Expedition dates may change depending on weather and permit approvals.
02Cancellation 15 days or more before departure: refund or adjustment as per permit and logistics status.
03Cancellation within 15 days: no refund on committed permit, logistics, and expedition costs.
04No refund will be provided for expenses arising due to bad weather, flight delays, road closures, political disturbances, natural disasters, force majeure, or circumstances beyond company control.
05The expedition leader has final authority regarding participation, route changes, camp movement, and summit attempts.
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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 Saser Kangri Expedition (7672m), training, weather, and completion.
Expedition Gallery
A visual placeholder for the Saser Kangri Expedition, representing the Indian Karakoram, Nubra approach, remote glaciers, high camps, and full-scale expedition terrain.
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