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The Shinkun East Expedition is an excellent exposure for mountaineers who is aiming to climb 6000er peaks in Indian Himalayas. Mount Shinkun East is situated at an altitude of 6081 meters in the Lahaul Valley on border of Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh on the way to Zanskar Valley near very famous Shinkula Pass. Very less climbers climbed this mountain peak every year to explore the untouched beauty of Himalayas and The route to Mt Shinkun Peak is challenging yet rewarding full filled with beautiful landscapes and ridges. Although the route is a tiring one, you will still enjoy it by witnessing the real beauty of the mountains. At each step of Mt Shinkun peak. The trail is a mix of rugged, glaciated terrain, with steep ascents, crevasses, semi technical climbing sections. The route requires good mountaineering skills, such as ice axe use, roping techniques, and the ability to navigate through crevasses and steep snow fields. if you join HIM EXPED batch for Mount Shinkun East Expedition we provide all climbing technical equipments in our expedition and give you the learning of how to use these equipments during the expedition. We conduct this expedition from mid June to last September, which is also the best time to do this expedition. The adventure of climbing snow-capped mountains is intoxicating for mountaineers. Himachal Pradesh has several majestic mountain peaks which you must visit once in your life. While some mountain peaks are very easy to climb, some peaks cause a challenge to the trekkers. Mt Shinkun East expedition is one of the most challenging routes for mountaineers. It covers snowy patches of land, and ridges. This expedition is perfect for experienced mountaineers who are well-versed in the techniques of climbing tough mountain peaks. Climbing this mountain peak needs a high level of physical fitness as well as stamina. Apart from that, the mountaineers must also be prepared to face the harsh weather conditions at this peak. This expedition starts from Manali and covers significant places such as Solang Valley and Jispa. Best Time to do Mt. Shinkun East Expedition The best time to do Mt Shinkun East Expedition is between mid June to last week of September. You can enjoy cool yet clear weather in these months. This place experiences clear blue skies and less snowfall between July and August. It is easy to climb the peak during this period because of less snowfall
• Altitude: 6726 feet On day 1, we will meet at Nehru park Manali at 10 am. You can book your tickets to Manali before a few weeks to avoid any last-minute problems. We will introduce you to our Expedition team of HIM EXPED, also we will do equipment checks and preparation for this day. Explore the nearby points of interest with your teammates and prepare for the next day’s adventure.
• Altitude: 10500ft • Driving distance: 70km • Driving time: 2 hours 15 minutes On the second day, we will start from Manali in the morning. It is a journey of 3 hours which covers the Atal Tunnel. The route to keylong is simply awesome with snowy roads and mountain peaks on both ends. This route is like a paradise for trekkers. Do not forget to capture all these beautiful memories with your camera. We will reach keylong by noon and relax in our tents. The rest of the day will be spent at keylong by discovering the local points with hiking that will be your acclimatisation walk also. In the evening, we will get back to our campsite and enjoy dinner. After dinner, it is time to enjoy the night’s sleep in our tents under the sky.
• Altitude: 15225ft • Driving distance: 44 km • Driving time: 1 hr 45 minutes On day 3, we will start our trip in the morning after breakfast from keylong campsite. We will start a drive from keylong to reach Base Camp Shinkun East Peak. Today, we have to go through a difficult route. We have to walk on a rough road with many uneven surfaces. You will witness the huge mountain peaks waving at you on both sides. We will cross a stream on the way. We will reach Shinkun Peak Base Camp by noon and set up camp and engage in a training session to familiarize yourself with the climbing equipment, including the use of crampons, ice axes, ropes, and safety protocols. After this season enjoy the mesmerizing nature of Shinkun Peak and get ready for dinner. Sleep well under the clear skies of Shikun East Peak.
The fourth day is going to be a challenging day of the expedition. In the morning, we will load a ferry our Equipments after breakfast. This ferry will take us to the Advance base camp from base camp, it is an also acclimatization day and we must get familiar with the trail conditions. By evening, After dropping off the gear, we will return to Shinkun base camp from Advance base camp through a ferry. We will have dinner and have a night's sleep in our tents in our Base Camp.
The fifth day is similar to the fourth day. We have to carry our rest of the equipments from Shinkun base camp to reach the ABC. It is again an acclimatization day and we have to get accustomed to the local weather conditions. It is quite a difficult journey to reach the Advance base camp.Our overnight stay will be at Advance base camp. After a tiring day, we will enjoy a delicious dinner at the campsite and take earlly night's sleep.
On day 6, at 12- 2 am we will start our summit march, we have to reach the Shinkun East summit 6,081 meters. Today, it is an important day of our expedition. So, you must get ready for another adventure that will come on your way. From the Advance base camp, we have to reach Shinkun East Peak. By 8 to 9 am at morning, summit day involves steep snow and ice sections, requiring technical climbing skills such as the use of crampons, ice axes, and roping techniques. Once at the summit, enjoy the panoramic views of the Zanskar and Lahaul ranges and spend some time on the top of the mountain. Capture some nice memories in your camera with the group. We will start the return journey from Shinkun East top to reach base camp. By night, we will return to Base camp. We will accommodate ourselves in tents and enjoy dinner. After a tiring day, we will have a good sleep at night.
In case of bad weather or other difficulties, Day7 is reserved for a second summit attempt. This will only get used if unexpected and unforeseeable conditions present themselves at the last minute preventing the first summit push
Today, it is the last day. We will start the journey from ShinkunBase camp after breakfast. We will take the same route that we took earlier to reach Shinkun East Peak. From Shinkun Base camp, we will drive towards Jispa and get back to Manali by night. After reaching Manali, we will give a final goodbye to our team members and friends. We will separate from Manali with a smile and move towards our own destination.
Shinkun East Peak with Him Exped was a memorable and well-run expedition. From the start, the team kept everything organized—permits, transport, and camp setup were handled without stress. The route feels remote and untouched, which adds to the real expedition vibe. Guides were steady and experienced, always prioritizing safety and acclimatization over speed. Conditions were cold and demanding, but the support system at camps made it manageable even for first-time 6000 m climbers with prior trekking experience.A proper Himalayan expedition experience—raw, remote, and professionally handled, best suited for those looking beyond basic trekking peaks.
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Chandan Sharma,
25 Jun 2025The expedition to Shinkun East Peak with Him Exped was a strong, well-managed experience. The team handled logistics smoothly, camps were set up on time, and acclimatization was taken seriously. Guides were experienced and focused on safety throughout. Overall, a solid and reliable high-altitude expedition—remote, challenging, and well executed.