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Mountaineering in Garhwal is concentrated mainly in two areas – around the Gangotri Glacier and the Nanda Devi Sanctuary. There is some limited scope in the region that lies in between. Companies, expert guides and porters are available to organise expeditions. There are numerous peaks of varying heights and difficulty levels between 6,500 and 7000 m. The highest peak is Nanda Devi at 7,601 m and two others – Kamet and Abhigaman are a little over 7000m. The approach march in most cases is not more than three to four days and therefore many available peaks can be attempted within a period of four to five weeks from Delhi. The approach march to the Nanda Devi sanctuary could take a week and is an expedition in itself.
The mountaineering season is from April to November. However, a number of peaks can also be attempted during winters. The permanent snow line in the region starts at around 5,000m.
 Peak booking fees, inner line restrictions, import of equipment, camera permits, insurance, medical attention and evacuation procedures have been laid down in detail by the Indian Mountaineering Foundation based in Delhi. This is the national apex coordinating body for the sport in India.
Some better known peaks
There are more than 100 peaks, above 6000 m. (20,000 ft.) in altitude. Some of the better known one’s are -
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