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Overview

Kamet peak lies in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand owing an inspiring elevation of 7,756 m above the sea level. After Nanda Devi, it is considered to be the second tallest peak in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. When seen from a distance, the geographical structure of the peak resembles like a giant pyramid topped by a flat summit area with two peaks. Kamet peak is surrounded by Paschim Kamet glacier in the west, Purbi Kamet glacier in the east and the Raikana glacier system.

The attempt to climb the peak started in the year 1855, but was not conquered until 1931 by Frank Smythe, Eric Shipton, R.L. Holdsworth and Lewa Sherpa, members of a British expedition. It was the first summit over 25,000 ft to be climbed and was the highest summit to be reached until then. The interesting fact about this ascend is that, on their way back from the peak, the team discovered a hidden paradise nurturing in the lap of nature which is now known as the Valley of flowers. Since then Kamet peak has become the favourites of the adventure lovers for their trekking and peak climbing activities in Uttarakhand.

Latitude: 30°55′12″N
Longitude: 79°35′30″E
Height(in Meter):7,756
Route: Joshimath-Mana-Ghastoli or Joshimath-Malari Axis
Enroute FRH /TRH and Location:Joshimath TTC-Tapovan
Weather Details: Best time to attempt the peak is in the post monsoon months
Time to Visit: April-October
Check-post: Joshimath
Group Risk: High Risk Group

Night Stay

Forest Rest House and Tourism Rest house are situated in the reserved and protected forest area having beautiful view in Joshimath.For booking enquiry contact Forest Department / Divisional Forest Officer,Chamoli. Click Here to Contact

How to reach?

Expedition Route

The expedition route for Kamet peak are as follows:


Joshimath65km Malari(by Road) 18km Ghamsali (by Road) 6km Niti(while trekking)15km Basudhara(while trekking)8km Dobla tal(Base camp)

To reach Joshimath is the nearest station.Joshimath is well connected by road.You can reach Joshimath by Bus/Taxi/Private Vehical.

Various Mode of transportation availaible to reach Joshimath are as follows: