Overview
Black Peak, the highest point in the Saraswati Range of mountains in the Ruinsara Valley, is one of the many striking summits in the Garhwal Himalayas. With a height of 6,287 meters and breathtaking beauty, it is known locally as Kalanag. The peak got its name because of the striking similarity between its head and the head of a black cobra. Three peaks make up the Bandarpunch massif, also known as the Saraswati range of mountains: White Peak, also known as Bandarpunch II, at 6,102 meters, Banderpunch I at 6,316 meters, and Kalanag, also known as Black Peak, at 6,287 meters. Black Peak, which dominates the Bandarpunch massif and is intimidating because to its structure and the type of climbing needed to reach its summit, is high on every mountaineer’s list of peaks to summit.
Black Peak is surrounded by some of the most revered mountains in the area, given its stunning location. Along the trek, you will be accompanied by all of the prominent peaks of the Garhwal range, including Swargarohini, Bhagirathi Massif, Bandarpunch, Gangotri group of mountains, and many more. The trail itself boasts of unbeatable beauty as it winds through Govind National Park, which is renowned for its rich flora and wildlife. The park is home to alpine meadows, pine woods, moraine ridges, boulders, and glacial basins.
The ideal balance of challenge and beauty can be found at Black Peak. Overall, this is a technical adventure, with the 75-foot vertical ice wall with a 70-degree gradient near the top being the most difficult part of the ascent. Black Peak is a very difficult undertaking that calls for familiarity with mountaineering gear and survival abilities unique to this altitude. It involves traversing kilometers of rocky moraines, walking across crevassed snowfields, and navigating glaciers. Thus, this is an adventure that should only be undertaken by seasoned climbers. To participate on this demanding journey, one must possess a mountaineering certification or, alternatively, extensive experience in high-altitude treks and extreme temperatures.
