Frey Peak Climbing

The Sikkim government has officially recognized this peak as a popular destination for trekking and climbing. It provides access to beautiful lakes, snow-capped mountains, and stunning landscapes. At 6010 meters, Mt. Tenchenkhang has been praised by climbers for its thrilling ascent and offers magnificent views of the Himalayas and Mount Makalu in Nepal. This spot is considered one of the best for mountaineering in Sikkim.

Frey Peak, an impressive mountain close to Rathong Glacier and near the Kabru sister peaks, including Kokthang and Rathong Peak, offers a challenging trek through Frey Glacier. The route is predominantly rocky, with occasional snow-covered sections. The peak is named after the renowned climber George Frey, who made an attempt to climb it with Tenzing Norgey. As a tribute, the base of the peak still holds his axe and crampons. Trekkers can experience the stunning natural beauty of the area along the trail.

Trip Facts

Trip id: SKEX-03
Trip type: Sikkim Climbing
Trip grade: Strenuous
Starting from: Gangtok
Ending at: Gangtok
Trip duration: 15 Days
Base price: $$$$
Max. altitude: 5830 Meters
Accommodation: Lodge/Tea House/Tent
Group size: 2-16 Person

Frey Peak Climbing — Itinerary

Day 01: Gangtok Arrival

On arrival at Bagdogra or Bhadrapur airport, meet our representative and then drive towards Gangtok. On arrival in Gangtok, check in at your already booked hotel. The evening is free for leisure. Enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Gangtok.

Day 02: Gangtok Sightseeing & preparation for expedition

The day is free for to rest or enjoy sightseeing of Gangtok. One can also do shopping during the leisure time. The day is also free to clear all final permit procedure and introduce you with the expedition staff; they will assist you and also go with you during the trip.

Day 03: Gangtok - Yuksam (134 kms/5 hrs)

In the morning after breakfast drive towards Yuksom, the base of our expedition. Dinner and overnight stay in guesthouse.

Day 04: Yuksum - Sachen (2550 M)

Trek from Yuksum to Sachen9 kms time taken approx. 5/6 hrs. Trek begins with a low gradient until you cross Sachen and the third bridge , Walk through dense forest of pine and oak after crossing river PrekChu it is straight 70 degree uphill climb this is the toughest stage in the entire trek , It will last for 2 Hrs depends on the fitness of the clients Finally we will come to Bakhim this is just a resting point for the first day. This campsite has only one hut of forest department in the hilly dense forest. Overnight at Camp or tourist hut.

Day 05: Sachen - Tshoka (3050 M.)

Trek then we reach Sachen the trail from Sachen passes through magnolia and rhododendron trees the most tiring uphill climb. Tshoka is a small village housing about twelve thatched roof houses mainly Tibetan settlement .If weather remains clear we can see Mount Pandim, Aralunchong, Lama –Lamini,Pandim. Overnight in Tent

Day 06: Tsokha - Dzongri (4030 M.) (10 kms/5-6 hrs)

On this day the trail passes through the village of Tsokha and continues to climb north through the forest of rhododendron to the alp of Phedang (3650 m) taking around 3 hrs to complete the ascent. Continue further towards Dzongri. On arrival set campsite for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 07: Acclimatization at Dzongri (4030 M.)

The day is free for rest and acclimatization. On this day, one can see the beautiful views of the mountain peaks by climbing up to Dzongri Top. From here, you get a panoramic view of Kabru (7353 mts), Ratong (6678 mts), Kanchenjunga (8534 mts), Koktang (6147 mts), Pandim (6691 mts) and Narsingh (5825 mts). Towards the west, the Singalila Ridge, which separates Sikkim from Nepal, can be seen. Enjoy an overnight stay at Dzongri in Tent/ Trekkers hut.

Day 08: Dzongri - Chaurikhang (4450 M.) (13kms/6/7 hrs)

In the morning, we will follow the trek to Chaurikhang 14,600 ft which begins with a magnificent panoramic view of various peaks. Soon after leaving Dzongri, you will find that the trial is more or less steep up to Dzongri La Pass, from where the first sight of Chaurikhang and Rathong River is seen. After resting a while here, the trek is downhill through the slopes towards the Bikhbari. It is a beautiful trial to walk on surrounded by huge mountains. The trek again becomes little tough as we will be approaching Chaurikhang. It will be little tiring from Bikhbari. Enjoy a night stay in tents at Chaurikhang.

Day 09: Rest Day in Chaurikhang for acclimatization (4450 M.)

The day is free for acclimatization and preparation for climbing the next day and checking equipments as tough part of expedition starts from here. An overnight stay in tents in Chaurikhang.

Day 10: Chaurikhang - ABC (Advance Base Camp) (5090 M.) (5/6 hrs)

Today, we will walk on trek from Churikhang to Frey ABC, which is steep uphill trek with moraines making harder to walk. Note that only essentials supplies will be shifted to ABC leaving unnecessary items in Chaurikhang only. Enjoy a night stay in tents in ABC.

Day 11: Advance Base Camp - Route opening for Summit - ABC

The day will be used for opening route from advance base camp to below summit of Frey peak. Our team of climbing guide will fix the rope for your safety till below the summit of Frey since 300 ft of the route is steep with boulders making it risky to climb. Later return back to ABC for an overnight stay in tents.

Day 12: Summit Day - Chaurikhang (4450 M)

Today we will wake up early in the morning at around 3 am and go for summit. The route till summit is steep climb, but with equipments and our climbing guide team will make it little easy for you to reach Frey peak summit with more safety. After seeing panoramic view of surrounding with huge Rathong Glacier and High Peaks like Kabru Dome, Kabru North, Rathong and Kokthang, we will slowly descent to ABC. Later in the afternoon, we will shift down to Chaurikhang. An overnight stay at Chaurikhang in tents.

Day 13: Reserved Day for Summit

The day is reserved as an extra day as in mountains weather keeps changing, which plays a vital role for any expedition to make it unsuccessful.

Day 14: Chaurikhang - Tshoka (22kms - 7-8 hrs)

Today, we will trek from Chaurikhang to Tshoka, which will be a long trek but you will find it easier while walking down after staying in high altitude for some days. Once you will cross Dzongri pass and then Dzongri, you will find it easy to walk as level of oxygen will grow more as you go down. An overnight stay in Tshoka.

Day 15: Tshoka - Yuksom (14 kms - 5-6 hrs) - Gangtok (123 kms 6-7 hrs)

In the morning, we will move back towards Yuksom from Tshoka on the final day of the trek. The trek will be quite easier as the path is mainly downhill. From here, we will drive to Gangtok. Enjoy dinner followed by an overnight stay in the hotel in Darjeeling.

Day 16: Departure

In the morning after breakfast drive to Airport and from here take a flight for onward destination.

Cost Includes

Pick up & drop including all necessary transportation
Hotels Accommodation in Gangtok & Lachung and Darjeeling with (With BB PLAN)
Trekking support with trekking guide, cook, potters, yaks
Trekking accommodation with meals & beverages
Services for trekking permit, National Park fees
Expedition Royalties fee & other necessary services
Expedition Royalties - The following royalties are levied for the expeditions
For foreign expedition teams:
US$ 500 per team of up to four members,
US$ 700 per team of up to eight members and
US$ 100 for every additional member.

Cost Excludes

Expenses of a personal nature, such as laundry,
Telephone, alcohol and personal insurance, however, cover immediate medical facilities
Extra expenses due to unforeseen circumstances such as landslide /strike /accidents/natural calamities, Ropeway, Airfare Ticket, Tips and etc.
Travel insurance
Insurance The following minimum insurance coverage is compulsory.
Expedition members: Rs. 3 lakhs per member
Camp crew: Rs. 1 lakh per person
Porters: Rs. 50,000/- per person
Animals: Rs. 20,000/- per animal

Please note:

The expedition made sure to leave the mountain in pristine condition and brought back and disposed of all non-biodegradable items. The organizer provided major group equipment such as carabiners, ice bars, deadman anchors, climbing ropes, ice axes, ascenders, descenders, and crampons, all meeting international climbing standards. The vertical climb of over 90 degrees was managed using fixed ropes and ice screws according to the plan.

Trekking and Climbing Permit
Attention all trekkers: A trekking permit is required for the restricted area that we will be trekking in. Please be informed that the area will officially open soon, and it is imperative to obtain a special permit well in advance. Kindly remind all members to bring four copies of their passport photos. The permit can be acquired in advance by submitting photocopies of your passport and Indian visa, along with four passport-sized photos. Please note that the permit process may take up to a week.