Trekkers arrive in Manali, the expedition base for Hanuman Tibba. After check-in at the designated homestay, the day is kept light to allow recovery from travel. Manali’s moderate altitude helps initiate natural acclimatization before entering higher zones.

In the evening, the expedition leader conducts a detailed briefing covering:

• Expedition route and camp strategy
• Weather patterns of the Dhauladhar range
• Technical requirements and safety protocols
• Equipment inspection and packing discipline
• Altitude awareness and hydration strategy

This day sets the mental tone for the expedition ahead.

After breakfast, the team drives to Dhundi, the road-head marking the transition from motorable terrain to wilderness. From here, the trek begins along the upper Beas River.

The trail to Bakarthach is scenic but steady, with gradual altitude gain. Open meadows, glacial streams, and towering valley walls surround the route. Bakarthach is a well-known high-altitude camping ground and serves as the first real acclimatization camp.

Evening time is spent resting, hydrating, and observing how the body responds to altitude.

The trek continues toward the Beas Kund Glacier, the primary base camp for the expedition. The terrain becomes rockier, and the valley narrows as trekkers approach glacial zones.

Upon reaching base camp, tents are pitched in a dramatic glacial amphitheatre surrounded by high peaks. The proximity of ice and snow signals the start of true expedition conditions. Trekkers begin adapting to colder temperatures and thinner air.

A full rest day is crucial at this stage. Trekkers undertake short acclimatization walks around base camp to improve oxygen efficiency. Technical training sessions include:

• Snow walking techniques
• Crampon fitting and movement
• Ice-axe handling
• Rope travel basics

This day significantly improves summit success and reduces altitude risk.

Trekkers carry essential equipment toward Advanced Camp, navigating snowfields and glacial sections. This rotation exposes the body to higher altitude while allowing sleep at lower elevation.

The route is studied carefully, helping trekkers build confidence for upcoming camp movements. After load ferry, the team returns to base camp for rest.

Advanced Camp’s environment becomes harsher, with colder temperatures and stronger winds. Movement is slow and deliberate to conserve energy.

Sleeping above 4,000 meters marks a key acclimatization milestone.

This is a demanding and technical day. The ascent to Camp I involves steep snow slopes and rope-assisted sections. Trekkers must move efficiently while maintaining proper technique.

Camp I is positioned high on the mountain and offers limited shelter. Rest and hydration are prioritized.

The team moves to Summit Camp, entering the extreme effort zone. The camp is established only after confirming stable weather conditions. Appetite decreases, and sleep becomes lighter — normal responses at this altitude.

Mental focus becomes critical.

Summit day begins well before midnight. Trekkers climb steadily under headlamps, following the rope line across steep snow and ice sections. The final ascent demands endurance, precision, and calm decision-making.

Reaching the summit of Hanuman Tibba is a powerful moment — offering panoramic views across the Dhauladhar, Lahaul, and Spiti ranges. After limited time on the summit, descent begins carefully back to Camp I.

The team descends carefully back to base camp, retracing the route across snow and glacier sections. As altitude decreases, breathing becomes easier, and fatigue gradually gives way to relief.

Base Camp welcomes trekkers back with warmth, rest, and reflection.

The return journey to Manali marks the formal end of the expedition. As trekkers leave the mountains behind, they carry memories of silent glaciers, early-morning climbs, shared challenges, and the deep bond formed with both the team and the mountain.

The Hanuman Tibba Expedition is more than a summit — it is a lesson in discipline, patience, and respect for the Himalayas. With Terranova Expedition, this climb becomes a meaningful milestone in every trekker’s mountaineering journey, laying a strong foundation for future high-altitude goals.