A short week-long trip that gives you an introductory big mountain experience like few others. Starting in Solang nala, we start our trip skiing down alpine slopes accessible with a gondola. Through the week, we make our way to the old growth forests of Patalsu and onward to the deep powder bowls of Setan. Both Patalsu and Setan are complete backcountry areas only accessible by ski touring. The trip is a complete Himalayan backcountry experience and with no camping involved, it ensures that you get the best of all worlds.
Ski Gear:
Skis / Split boards
Climbing Skins
Some spare Wax
Ski Boots or Snow boarding boots
Ski Poles
Ski Crampons
Clothing:
Good quality waterproof ski jacket.
Ski trousers.
Down Jacket.
Fleece jacket.
Beanie - warm
Sun hat
Warm ski gloves - (waterproof outer, fleece inner) are good.
Mid-weight fleece top.
Long sleeved shirt.
Travel and camp trousers.
2 wicking tee-shirts (synthetic or merino wool)
Normal clothing for around town.
Long sleeved thermal top.
Thermal long johns.
2-3 pairs underwear
2-3 pairs of standard socks
1 -2 pairs warm sock
Footwear:
You will need shoes for around camp and the same you could use when in town.
Pack:
Accessories:
Personal Avalanche Beacons. (You can also rent them from us if you need)
Dark ski glasses/ googles (the sun is quite strong),
Camera
A couple of spare passport photos photocopies of key documents. e.g., passport (data and visa pages),
travel insurance policy
Toiletries - Sunscreen SPF 40+, Moisturizer, Lip balm, Soap, Toilet paper
Repair Kit (needle and thread).
Headlamp/ Torch.
Water Bottle- Ideally keep two bottles 1 litre each.
Plastic Packing covers.