21 DAYS

INDIA HIMALAYA STOK KANGRI ASCENT

WELCOME TO THE ROOF OF THE WORLD!

No words can describe the overwhelming experience of being among the world’s greatest mountains – you really have to be here! The enormous glaciated peaks, challenging terrain and endless wilderness scenery means that this part of India is truly a trekker’s paradise. Embark on your expedition to the summit of the mighty Stok Kangri: standing at 6153m! Along the way you will discover green glacial lakes surrounded by snow-capped peaks and spend your days with just wildlife for company.

The purpose of this brief is to introduce your expedition opportunity. It will give you a feel for the destination and the type of activities that you will be involved in.

We hope this brief snapshot will leave you feeling inspired and wanting more!

HIGHLIGHTS Explore the cultures of Leh, Manali

and Delhi

Experience the majesty of the Himalaya

Trek into the world’s highest wilderness

Attempt to summit Stok Kangri

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PHYSICAL RATING: A challenging expedition.

CULTURE SHOCK: Eye opening - you will experience a very different world!

ALTITUDE: The expedition could reach up to 6153m.

VISA: Visa required for British nationals.

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DESTINATION FACTSRELIGION/S: Buddhism, Islam.

CULTURAL OR HISTORICAL INTEREST: Ladakh has always been a route between Asia and the Middle East, and Buddhism and Islam have co-existed peacefully for centuries.

LANGUAGES: Ladakhi. Hindi, Urdu and English widely understood.

GEOGRAPHY: Arid Himalayan mountains and valleys with an average altitude over 3000m.

CLIMATE: Dry with hot summers at lower altitudes and unreliable monsoon rain in the autumn, very cold winters at high altitudes.

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ADVENTURE All your hard work will definitely be rewarded by the incredible views from the summit of the surrounding mountains - a spectacle that will stay with you forever.

This is a big challenge and undertaking for anyone and will require the team to take part in winter skills training before they leave the UK as well as personal fitness preparation. You will have guides and a team of mules and muleteers as well as a cook to help you succeed on this epic journey.

After the trek of a lifetime, experience a completely different environment by ending your expedition in the chaotic, colourful and exciting city of Delhi - a world away from the wilderness of the Himalaya!

The Indian Himalayan region is packed with adventurous opportunities. Trek through stunning landscapes, stopping by ancient monasteries surrounded by dizzying peaks. You will be taking on the challenge of Stok Kangri, standing at 6153m. This fantastic snow-capped peak is a great introduction into high altitude mountaineering.

The 10 day journey includes a multi-day trek over the Stok La Pass (4900m) before heading on to the base camp. Once at base camp an acclimatisation and glacier skills day will take place before the summit attempt. The summit day can be a challenging and tiring experience with over 1000m of ascent over a glacier and summit ridge. You will really need to pull together as a team if you are going to conquer this mighty peak.

YOUR EXPEDITION EXPERIENCE These are the key things around which your expedition will be built!

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EXAMPLE ITINERARYThis itinerary has been put together by our Expedition planner as a guide.

DAY 1-2 Depart the UK on your flight to Delhi. Head straight to your accommodation and adjust to the time-zone and hectic pace of India’s capital!

DAY 3 Return to the airport and catch your connecting flight to Leh (3524m), a fantastic way to enter the Himalaya.

DAY 4-5 It will take you a few days here to acclimatise to the altitude. Visit monasteries, undertake some short walks and make any final preparations for your trek.

DAY 6-15

Start your incredible 10 day trek across the high passes of Ganda La (4900m) and Stok La (4850m), before climbing one of the highest trekking peaks in the region – Stok Kangri (6153m).

The trek provides a fantastic challenge to a motivated, enthusiastic and fit team. Reach the summit and enjoy panoramic views across the Himalaya.

DAY 16Spend the day in Leh, taking a well earned rest following your trek. Pass some time visiting the sites, souvenir shopping and tasting some of the fantastic local cuisine.

DAY 17-18 Start your overland journey back to Delhi. On your first day, travel to Keylong to spend a night before travelling onto the mountain gateway town of Manali.

DAY 19 Continue your journey from Manali on to Delhi, the journey is long but the scenery is spectacular!

DAY 20Explore the vibrant city of Delhi. Perhaps visit the Red Fort, the Qutb complex or Huyan’s tomb. Enjoy a final team meal together to celebrate the successful completion of your expedition!

DAY 21 Depart Delhi and fly back to the UK for your homecoming.

Due to the changing nature of the world over the build up period, Outlook may be required to change aspects of, or the order of the itinerary. Outlook will consult with the Link Teacher/Group Leader and all participants if this is the case.

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UK BUILD UP* Itinerary Development Day Expedition Development Day Final Preparation Day

TRAINING Expedition Training weekend in the UK with your Expedition Leader.

LINK TEACHER TRAINING* Leader Team Training event including first aid.

LEADER TEAM COMPOSITION At least 1 Link Teacher and an Outlook Expedition Leader.

FLIGHTS International flights .

INSURANCE Comprehensive overseas insurance.

TRANSPORT All overseas transport.

IN DESTINATION All food and accommodation. All group activities including any entrance fees. All R&R activity.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED Spending money for gifts / souvenirs whilst on expedition.

Inoculations, prophylaxis and personal medicine. (All participants based in England and Wales receive 10% discount at Nomad Travel).

Visas and passports – please see page 3 to see which visas are required.

Personal belongings insurance (this may be covered by your household / contents insurance).

Cancellation insurance.

Personal equipment (e.g. rucksack, sleeping bag, waterproof clothing); all participants receive 15% discount at ‘Cotswold Outdoor’.

Transport to and from UK-based training courses, to the Final Preparation Day venue and from the airport.

Food and accommodation in the UK, unless specified.

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HOW TO LAUNCH YOUR EXPEDITIONWe hope you have decided that this is the expedition for your school or group. To launch all you need to do is follow these steps:

PRESENTATION AT YOUR SCHOOL

APPLY ONLINE

Discuss convenient dates for us to come and run an assembly and information evening. Once these dates have been agreed you will be assigned a School Account Manager. They will become your point of contact at Outlook from now until after your return from the expedition.

We will run an assembly presentation for your students and an information evening for students and parents at your school or venue.

Students will apply online to join the expedition and pay a deposit.

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