Kanamo Peak Trek

A Summit Trek in Spiti

Trek Grade

Moderate to Difficult

Highest Altitude

13750 ft

Base Camp

Sonamarg

Best Time

July - Mid Sept

Regrettably, trekking to Kanamo Peak is currently prohibited. For a challenging trekking experience, consider exploring the Pin Bhaba Pass trek, one of India’s most breathtaking pass-crossing treks!

Kanamo Peak Trek

The Kanamo Peak Trek is located in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh at 19,553 ft. The total distance of the trek from Kaza to Kibber is 27 kilometres. This trek is considered strenuous as the trail ascends rapidly. Prior experience is required to do this trek, as it will help you deal with acute mountain sickness. The area around Kanamo Peak is deserted, and there is little vegetation, with snow on the mountain’s peak. In August, you might see Spiti in its harvest season; in winter, it becomes difficult to walk on a trail through boulders during snow. Being well-prepared and physically fit is crucial to thoroughly enjoying and conquering this challenging trek.

A challenging trek awaits those who seek the thrill of reaching high altitudes in the heart of Spiti. Unlike the popular Stok Kangri, the lesser-known Kanamo Peak offers a quieter and more pristine trekking experience, away from the commercialization of modernity. However, tackling Kanamo Peak is challenging and requires a high level of physical fitness, as the trek involves a demanding climb over scree and boulders from the base camp to the summit. 

The ascent to the peak and the subsequent descent back to base camp on the same day cover approximately 10 km of challenging terrain, making it a test of endurance for even the most experienced trekkers. Despite the difficulty, the reward of reaching the summit is breathtaking, offering panoramic views of over 35 other peaks from Ladakh, Spiti, Kullu, and Kinnaur. Standing atop Kanamo Peak feels like being on top of the world, surrounded by towering mountains and proximity to Shilla Peak, creating a truly unforgettable experience.

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Want To Trek Like Pro?

Check out the following videos if you want to trek like a pro trekker and improve your skills. These videos contain helpful tips, tricks, and techniques to help you trek like a pro. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced trekker, these videos can provide valuable insights to enhance your trekking experience. So, watch the videos below by Trekup India experts to take your trekking skills to the next level.

Know Everything About Acute Mountain Sickness

Acute Mountain Sickness is a medical condition that can occur when individuals travel to high altitudes, typically above 8,000 feet. It is caused by the decrease in air pressure and oxygen levels in the air as altitude increases. Symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness may include headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and difficulty sleeping. To avoid Acute Mountain Sickness, it is important to gradually adjust to high altitudes and seek medical attention if symptoms worsen. To learn more about this condition, check out the videos by Trekup India.

Day Wise Detailed Itinerary of Kanamo Peak Trek

Day 1: Manali to Kaza by Road

  • Stay – overnight stay at the hotel.
  • Meal – Lunch and Dinner
  • Distance – 183 km
  • Time Taken – approx. 10 hrs
  • Altitude – Manali (6730 ft / 2050 mtr), Kaza (12,500 ft / 3800 mtr)
  • Altitude gain – 5770 ft / 1750 meter

Your journey will begin with a long drive; you will be driving via Manali- Leh Highway, which runs through Rohtang and Kunzum passes. It’s not just that many people travel, but the route offers panoramic views of mountains and landscapes. Stay at the hotel once you have reached Kaza and spend the remaining day letting your body acclimate.

Day 2: Kaza to Kibber by Road

  • Stay – overnight stay at the homestay.
  • Meal – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Distance – 20 km
  • Time Taken – approx. 40 min.
  • Altitude – Kaza (12,500 ft / 3800 meter), Kibber (14,000 ft / 4270 meters)
  • Altitude gain – 1500 ft / 470 meter

On the second day, you will be driving for a short distance, the road from Kaza to Kibber is somewhat zig-zag, but once you have crossed it, you will reach the village. As you will have the whole day at your disposal, you can visit the cultural places in the town and outside. The village is located at a very high altitude and is also known for being the highest village in the world where people are living. There are cultural places like the Monastery where you can talk to monks and be part of their prayers. You can also stroll through the streets of Spiti Valley, where you’ll see identical houses in different colors and stones.

Day 3: Rest Day at Kibber

  • Stay – overnight stay at the homestay.
  • Meal – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Altitude – 14,000 ft / 4270 meter

As you have come up to a very high altitude, you need your body to get acclimatized according to the atmosphere in the valley. You can take a long walk around or in the valley to prepare yourself for the trek the next day. In the evening, you should sleep early and get plenty of rest.

Day 4: Kibber to Kanamo Base Camp by Trek

  • Stay – overnight stay at the campsite.
  • Meal – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Trek Distance – 8 km
  • Time Taken – approx. 6 hrs
  • Altitude – Kibber (14,000 ft / 4270 meters), Kanamo Base Camp (15,550 ft / 4740 meters)
  • Altitude gain – 1550 ft / 470 meter
  • Trek grade – Gradual to Moderate

After having a high-fiber meal and hot tea, you can prepare for the trek ahead. Today’s hike will help you get accustomed to the air and body endurance of walking. As the trek begins, you will pass through rocky slopes, grasslands, and mountain valleys. You can also see Brahma Kamal and other varieties of flowers spread through the place, which is a sight to behold. If you take this trek during harvest, you might see locally grown vegetables like peas and others.

Day 5: Kanamo Base Camp to Kanamo Peak Trek and Back to Kanamo Base Camp Trek

  • Stay – overnight stay at the campsite
  • Meal – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Trek Distance – Kanamo Base Camp to Kanamo Peak 4km
  • Time Taken – approx. 8 hrs
  • Altitude – Kanamo Base Camp (15,550 ft / 4740 meters), Kanamo Peak (19,560 ft / 5962 meters)
  • Altitude gain – 4010 ft / 1222 meter
  • Trek grade – Moderate to Difficult

In the morning, having a hot breakfast with a scenic view of snow-covered peaks in front is a sight. You will begin the trek by climbing uphill; you should wear proper clothes to keep you warm. The trek becomes difficult after some time as you have to cross through small stones broken from boulders along with the snow. If you cannot proceed further, you should seek Trekup India support staff’s help. You will feel like the hike was worth it once you reach the top of the summit after crossing the treacherous trail. In addition to seeing the Twin Sister Peaks of Kanamo and the Kinnaur Range, you will be able to see the Pin Paravati Pass as well as the twin sister peaks of Kanamo. Some of the peaks can be covered in snow; once you have enjoyed the view Kanamo Peak has to offer, you will descend back to the base camp from which you came.

Day 6: Kanamo Base Camp to Kibber by Trek

  • Stay – overnight stay at the homestay.
  • Meal – Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Trek Distance – 8 km
  • Time Taken – approx. 6 hrs
  • Altitude –Kanamo Base Camp (15,550 ft / 4740 meters), Kibber (14,000 ft / 4270 meters)
  • Altitude difference – 1550 ft / 470 meter
  • Trek grade – Gradual to Moderate

Trekup India’s cook will prepare a delicious breakfast before you begin the downhill trek. It is on the same trekking route you have taken, with breathtaking, majestic mountain views and mesmerizing landscapes around the trail. Upon reaching the base camp, you have completed the trek. Have a delicious lunch in the evening and spend the night at the homestay.

Day 7: Kibber to Kaza and Kaza to Manali by road

  • Stay – No Stay
  • Meal – Breakfast
  • Distance – Kibber to Kaza (20 km), Kaza to Manali (183 km)
  • Time Taken – Kibber to Kaza (approx. 40 min), Kaza to Manali (approx. 10 hrs)
  • Altitude – Kibber (14,000 ft / 4270 meters), Kaza (12,500 ft / 3800 meters), Manali (6730 ft / 2050 meters)
  • Altitude difference – Kibber to Kaza (1500 ft / 470 meters), Kaza to Manali (5770 ft / 1750 meters)

On this day you won’t be walking as the trek has ended the previous day, now you have to go a short distance by road. On this day, you will leave behind the scenic mountains and picturesque landscape. First, there is a short drive from Kibber to Kaza and then a long one from Kaza to Manali. You will be going through the same road from which you came.

Kanamo Peak Trek Route Map

We’ve prepared a comprehensive Trek Route Map for your upcoming adventure to Kanamo Peak Trek, which outlines the entire journey including all stops and trails. This map provides detailed information on the terrain, distance between points of interest, and estimated travel time to help ensure a safe and enjoyable trek. We’ve carefully curated the map to ensure that you have all the necessary information at your fingertips. Please take a moment to review it thoroughly, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

Kanamo Peak Trek Altitude Chart

The Trek Altitude Chart is a useful tool for Trekkers to monitor their altitude changes during their rides, allowing them to plan their routes more efficiently and track their progress over time. This Kanamo Peak Trek chart is beneficial for both casual and experienced Trekkers, helping them make the most out of their Trek experience.

Trek Cost Inclusions

  1. Stay: 6 Nights of tented accommodation at individual campsites of Trekup India on twin sharing.
  2. Meals: Trekup India will provide freshly cooked meals during the trek starting with Dinner on Day 1 to  tea, coffee on day 7 (Meals are simple, nutritious, and vegetarian) 
  3. Transport : Transport Included | Kaza to Kaza
  4. Trek Insurance (Optional): Trekup India recommends that all trekkers consider getting trek insurance. This is optional, but highly recommended. Trek insurance covers unexpected events that may occur during your trek. The cost of the insurance starts from INR 210. Please read more about what is included in the coverage and why it is mandatory on treks.
  5. Trek Equipment:  Sleeping bag, Sleeping tents, Kitchen tent, Dining tent, Toilet Tent.
  6. Amenities: All utensils, sleeping mattresses (Black foam mats), Crampons, and Gaiters for snow.    
  7. Health & Safety:  First Aid Box, Oxygen Cylinders, Stretchers, Oxi meters, BP Machines, health.
  8. Permits: Forest Permits and Camping Permission Fee 
  9. Trek Crew: High Altitude Chef, Helpers, Trek Leader & Guides, and other support teams.
  10. Potters & Mules: Potters and Mules are to carry all trekking equipment, ration, and vegetables.

Trek Cost Exclusions

  1. GST 5% (it is Mandatory)
  2. Any Meals/accommodation beside the itinerary or not mentioned in the program.
  3. Any Bus / Airfare to/from trek start/end point 
  4. Personal Medical expenses do carry your medication. 
  5. Any personal services such as Laundry, phone calls, liquors, mineral water, etc.
  6. Any still / video camera fee 
  7. Any Entrance fee Monuments, Monasteries, Museums, Temples – Pay directly on the spot. 
  8. Mules or porter charges to carry private baggage (Offload Charges for bag 365 per day, per bag if paid online (at base camp 2,550). Note: Bag weight should not be more than 10 kg.
  9. Any emergency evacuation charges
  10. Any services that are not mentioned in the cost inclusion section.

What should you pack for the Kanamo Peak Trek

Kanamo Peak Trek is a high-altitude trek. The trekking gear you have to have for this particular trek differs from normal treks. Thus, read this whole segment. There is an important question that the trekker who is doing trek asks, like what all things to carry while trekking. Below, we have provided the details on everything you should take; an easy way to remember is by Head to foot or foot to head. We have prepared from Head to foot.

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Head Gears

When trekking it's important to carry headgear to protect your head and face.

Heading out for a trek? Don’t forget to carry headgear to protect your beautiful face and head from the sun, wind, and dust! It’s an essential accessory that keeps you safe and comfortable throughout your adventurous journey. So, make sure you pack it before you step out into nature!

  1. Head Lamps – When trekking at night, headlamps are essential to illuminate your path while keeping your hands free. Headlamps come in different sizes and lumens, so it is essential to choose one that suits your needs.
  2. Hats or Cap – Caps or hats are also necessary when trekking in different weather conditions. Caps protect your head from the wind and freezing temperatures at night, while hats provide shade and protection from the sun during the day. It’s essential to ensure that your hat has a strap to prevent it from being blown away by the wind.
  3. Sunglasses – Sunglasses are also essential for trekking. Your sunglasses should protect your eyes from harmful UV rays and fit your face perfectly to avoid falling off while climbing, jumping, or crossing obstacles. The glass of your sunglasses should also be designed for different weather conditions to provide optimal visibility.
  4. Buff / Balaclava – Lastly, a buff or balaclava is a must-have to protect your mouth or neck from extreme temperatures and keep them warm. Buffs and balaclavas come in different materials, thicknesses, and designs, so it’s important to choose one that suits your needs and preferences. Depending on the weather conditions and your activities, you can wear them as neck warmers, face masks, or headbands.
With these essential items, you can enjoy trekking safely and comfortably, no matter the weather or time of day.

Clothes

When trekking in high altitudes, prepare for cold weather by wearing layers. Layering traps heat, keeps you warm, and allows you to easily adjust your clothing as temperatures fluctuate.

Layering is important for different seasons when trekking. When planning a high-altitude trek, it is important to prepare for the cold weather. Wearing layers is the best approach as it provides both protection and flexibility when the weather changes frequently in the mountains. Layering helps to trap heat and keep your body warm, while at the same time allowing you to easily adjust your clothing as the temperature fluctuates. By wearing layers, you can enjoy your trek comfortably and stay safe in the unpredictable mountain weather

  1. For spring, summer, and monsoon treks, consider wearing three layers: a woollen sweater, a fleece, and a padded jacket.
  2. For autumn treks, add one more fleece layer to make it four layers.
  3. For winter treks, you may need five layers with thermals, a woollen sweater, two fleeces, and a padded jacket.
  4. T-shirt/sleeve shirt– Bring three T-shirts and two quick-dry trek pants, wearing one and carrying the others. Long sleeve shirts help to protect from sun UV rays. We recommend synthetic T-shirts as they get dry quickly when they get wet.
  5. Hiking / Trekking Jacket– down jackets (-5 to-10 C) or two-three-layer jackets.
  6. Thermals– at least two pairs of thermals help keep the body warm during cold weather.
  7. Undergarments– you can carry them according to your habitual and hygiene requirements.
  8. Gloves– 1 pair of gloves will keep your hand warm and nice.
  9. Trek Pants– Bring 2 to 3 comfortable trekking pants. Trekking pants play a significant role, as they are designed for comfort and mobility, making trekking easier. It should be Synthetic so that it gets dry quickly when wet.
  10. Rain Wear– you can carry a raincoat or Poncho. During long rains and snowfalls, the waterproof jackets start leaking. Still, the Poncho and raincoats keep you dry, so choose accordingly.

Tip: If you choose a raincoat on your trek, carry a small waterproof cover so things inside your backpack can’t get wet. If you carry a Poncho, you don’t need to worry. It protects both you and your backpack.

Foot Gears

When it comes to planning a trek, one of the most important aspects is to ensure that you have the right kind of foot gear.

  1. Trekking shoes which are waterproof and have ankle support. Walking / Hiking sandals which can be used off the trek, i.e., in the morning and evening hours when you reach the campsite, basically to get your feet rest from heavy boots, sometimes used for crossing streams and rivers, it’s more comfortable and safer than crossing barefoot or wetting your shoes. Sneakers (Optional) can be worn for normal driving days or used around the camp.
  2. Socks– you should at least carry 3 to 4 pairs.
  3. Microspikes & Gaitorswill be provided by Trekup India when required. You don’t have to carry them.

Personal First Aid Kit

Don't forget to pack your personal first aid kit! It's always better to be safe. So, make sure you're prepared for any unforeseen circumstances.

Below are some common medicines generally required/used during your adventure trip; however, please consult your doctors prior.

  1. Antiseptic towel or water syringe (to clean the wound)
  2. Butterfly bandage for a small cut
  3. Cotton and elastic bandages and sterile gauze pad for larger wounds
  4. Latex gloves are used when the wound bleeds.
  5. Medicine for Diarrhea (Upset stomach)
  6. Medicine for cold, flue/fever, headache
  7. Some pain killers
  8. ORS pouches
  9. Quick pain relief spray (External use)
  10. Any personal medicine prescribed by your doctor
  11. Dimox / Similar for high altitude sickness
  12. Bug Repellent
  13. Carry some nutria/energy bars and drinks (non-alcoholic)
  14. Note: Kindly consult your doctor before purchasing or taking any medicine.

Gadgets and Other Items

You might also consider bringing a camera, binoculars, portable charger, and snacks. Be well-prepared and tackle any trail with confidence.

  1. Trekking Poles
  2. Mobile phone
  3. Camera
  4. Spare batteries for phone and camera, power bank
  5. Lightweight flashlight or headlight
  6. A waterproof bag made of plastic is used for the camera.
  7. Plug/converter for electrical items
  8. 1-litre water bottle
  9. A journal with a pen would be a good idea to keep your notes.
  10. Some book of your interest for the ideal time
  11. Get into the habit of maintaining a Map and guidebook of the region.

Hygiene & Personal toiletry

Remember to pack hygiene and personal toiletry items such as soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, and toilet paper.

  1. Sunscreen with UV protection to shield your skin from harmful rays
  2. 1 or 2 small quick-drying towels to help you dry off quickly in case of rain or sweat
  3. Toilet paper, tissues or wet wipes for maintaining hygiene while on the trek
  4. Toothbrush, toothpaste, and mouth freshener to keep your mouth clean and fresh throughout the journey
  5. Deodorant or talcum powder to help you stay fresh and odor-free, especially during hot and humid climates
  6. Shampoo to keep your hair clean and healthy
  7. Sanitary pads or tampons (for female trekkers) to manage menstrual cycles
  8. Lip-gloss or salve to protect your lips from dryness and chapping
  9. Bio-degradable soap to keep yourself clean and hygienic while on the trek
  10. Nail clipper and other personal items that you use daily
 
By packing these items, you can ensure that you have everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable trekking experience.

Compulsory Documents to Carry

There are certain documents that you should always carry with you. These documents are not only necessary for your safety and security, but they may also be required by local authorities.

These files must be submitted to the Forest Department before your trek. With none of these, you will not be permitted to trek—original and photocopy of government photo identity card. Carry IDs like Aadhaar, voter ID, etc.

How To Plan Your Trek & Reach Manali?

Manali is a renowned hill station in Himachal Pradesh in India. There are many ways to get to Manali, dependent on your location of departure and method of transport.

By air: The nearest airport for Manali is Bhuntar Airport, just 50 kilometers away. Many domestic airlines offer regularly scheduled flights from Bhuntar to major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Chandigarh. In the arrivals hall, travelers can take taxis or autos to Manali.

By road: Manali is well-connected by roads to the major cities of North India. You can travel by taxi or bus to Delhi, Chandigarh, or Shimla to get to Manali. The journey to Manali is beautiful and offers stunning panoramic views over the Himalayas.

By train: The closest rail station for Manali is Jogindernagar, just 160 km away. The station needs to have more connectivity. Therefore, it is suggested that you take a train from Chandigarh or Kalka as they are the vital railway stations within the area. Once there, it is possible to get a bus or taxi to get to Manali.

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Fitness Required & Preparation Guide For Kanamo Peak Trek

If you’re preparing for a Kanamo Peak Trek, Trekup India recommends jogging as part of your fitness routine. Jogging helps work out the same muscle groups that you’ll use during trekking and can help you build endurance. You don’t need any special equipment to get started.

Fitness Target

Trekup India has put the Kanamo Peak Trek into an difficult grade level trek. 

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For Difficult – In order to be well-prepared for your upcoming trek, it is recommended that you focus on building your endurance by aiming to cover a distance of 5.5 kilometers in less than 45 minutes. This will help you to develop the necessary stamina and strength required to successfully complete your journey.

How to Achieve This Fitness Target?

To start preparing for your trek:

  1. Try jogging for at least five days every week.
  2. If you find 5 km too difficult at first, begin with 2 km and gradually increase over 2-3 weeks.
  3. Once you feel more comfortable running 5 km, focus on improving your speed gradually on a daily basis.

It is important to ensure that you can consistently complete 4.5 km in under 40 minutes for at least two weeks before your planned trek. Allow yourself 6-8 weeks to prepare physically for the journey.

Strength Training exercises that benefit  Trekking

Trekking is an activity that demands a good level of strength.

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Trekking is a demanding activity that requires good cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and overall fitness. To help you prepare for your trek, incorporating bodyweight exercises into your training routine can be an effective way to build strength, improve stability, and enhance endurance, all of which are crucial for a successful trek. In this regard, here’s a breakdown of body weight exercises categorized by the specific body parts they target and the benefits they offer during trekking.

1. Lower Body Exercises

Lower body exercises like squats and lunges are great for building lower body strength, essential for trekking.

a. Squats

Squats are an excellent exercise for building lower body strength, essential for trekking. They target the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. Solid quadriceps and glutes provide power for ascending and tackling uphill climbs, while vital hamstrings aid stability during descents. This is particularly helpful in navigating uneven terrain during trekking. 

How to perform Squats Exercises:

  1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outward.
  2. Lower your body by bending your knees and hips, keeping your back straight.
  3. Lower until your thighs are parallel to the ground or as low as comfortable.
  4. Push through your heels to return to the starting position.

b. Lunges

Lunges target the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. They improve lower body strength, balance, and stability, crucial for maintaining control on rocky trails and steep slopes. Additionally, they enhance flexibility, reducing the risk of injury while trekking. 

How to Perform  Lunge Exercises:

  1. Stand with feet hip-width apart, hands on hips or sides.
  2. Take a step forward with one foot, lowering your body until both knees are bent at 90-degree angles.
  3. Push through the heel of your front foot to return to the starting position.
  4. Repeat on the other side, alternating legs.

2. Upper Body Exercises

Upper body exercises such as push-ups and pull-ups effectively strengthen the upper body, especially the chest and shoulders, which are essential for carrying a backpack during treks.

a. Push-Ups

Targets: Chest, shoulders, triceps, and core.

Benefits for Trekking: Push-ups are an effective exercise to strengthen the upper body, especially the chest and shoulders, essential for carrying a backpack during treks. Improved upper body strength will also help maintain posture and stability while traversing challenging terrain.

How to Perform Push-Ups Exercises:

  1. Start in a plank position with hands shoulder-width apart and body in a straight line from head to heels.
  2. Lower your body by bending your elbows until your chest nearly touches the ground.
  3. Push through your palms to return to the starting position.
  4. Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.

b. Pull-Ups/Bodyweight Rows:

Targeting the back, biceps, and shoulders can significantly benefit trekking. You can strengthen these muscle groups by performing pull-ups or bodyweight rows and improve your posture and balance while carrying a backpack. Additionally, more muscular back muscles can help reduce the risk of back strain and fatigue during long treks, making your journey safer and more comfortable.

3. Core Exercises

Core exercises like planks and Russian twists can help strengthen the core muscles, which are crucial for maintaining stability and balance while trekking on uneven terrain. 

a. Planks

Targets: Abdominals, obliques, and lower back.

Benefits for Trekking: Planks are an effective exercise that helps strengthen the core muscles. These muscles are crucial for maintaining stability and balance while trekking on uneven terrain. A strong core also helps improve posture, reducing the risk of back pain and fatigue during extended hikes.

How to Perform Planks Exercises:

  1. Start in a plank position with elbows directly under shoulders and body in a straight line from head to heels.
  2. Engage your core and hold the position, avoiding sagging or arching the back.
  3. Keep breathing steadily and hold for the desired duration.

b. Russian Twists

Targets: Obliques, abdominals, and lower back.

Benefits for Trekking: Russian twists engage the core muscles, particularly the obliques, improving rotational stability and balance. Enhanced core strength helps prevent injuries and improves overall performance during trekking.

How to Perform Russian Twist Exercises:

  1. Sit on the ground with knees bent and feet flat, leaning back slightly to engage the core.
  2. Clasp hands together and twist the torso to one side, bringing the hands towards the ground beside the hip.
  3. Return to the centre, then twist to the other side.
  4. Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.

4. Full Body/Cardiovascular Exercises

Full-body/cardiovascular exercises like burpees and mountain climbers are excellent for improving cardiovascular endurance, strength, and agility. 

a.Burpees

Burpees are an excellent full-body exercise that targets your legs, chest, arms, and core. This exercise dramatically benefits trekking enthusiasts, improving cardiovascular endurance, strength, and agility. Regularly incorporating burpees into your workout routine can enhance your overall fitness level, which can help you endure long hikes and rugged terrains with ease.

How to Perform Burpees Exercises:

  1. Start in a standing position.
  2. Squat down and place hands on the ground.
  3. Jump feet back into a plank position.
  4. Perform a push-up.
  5. Jump feet back to the squat position.
  6. Explosively jump up into the air, reaching overhead.
  7. Land softly and repeat the sequence.

b. Mountain Climbers

Mountain climbers target the core, shoulders, chest, and legs. This dynamic, full-body exercise can significantly improve cardiovascular endurance and agility. It is an excellent functional workout for trekking preparation as it engages both the upper and lower body muscles while strengthening the core muscles.

How to Perform Mountain Climbers Exercises:

  1. Start in a plank position with hands shoulder-width apart and body in a straight line from head to heels.
  2. Drive one knee towards the chest, then quickly switch legs, alternating in a running motion.
  3. Keep the core engaged and the hips stable throughout the movement.
  4. Continue at a moderate to fast pace for the desired duration.

Incorporating bodyweight exercises into your training routine can help you build strength and endurance and prepare your body for the physical demands of trekking. Consistency and proper form are crucial to maximizing the benefits of these exercises and ensuring a safe and enjoyable trekking experience. Engaging your core muscles, including obliques, abdominals, and lower back, with Russian twists can improve your rotational stability and balance, preventing injuries and enhancing overall performance during trekking.

When incorporating strength training exercises into your workout routine, it’s essential to maintain proper form and technique to avoid injury. Start with lighter weights and gradually increase the intensity as you progress, focusing on compound exercises targeting multiple muscle groups simultaneously. Some examples of practical strength training exercises for trekking include squats, lunges, deadlifts, and pull-ups.

Remember to give your muscles time to recover between workouts, and remember to stretch before and after your workouts to prevent injury and improve flexibility. Combining strength training with jogging and proper stretching allows you to take your fitness to the next level and confidently tackle even the most challenging treks.

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Food Provided by Us During Trek

We provide only Indian vegetarian food, and your meal will mainly consist of Indian bread, vegetables, lentils, rice, and a delicious dessert. During your trek, we will serve three meals a day, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You will also be served tea, snacks, and lip-smacking soup in the evening before dinner. If it is a long day of trekking, you will be given a packed snack.

After extensive research on the trekkers’ nutritional requirements, we prepare the menu. Before putting all the meals together, we also consider the altitude and the weather.

The meal we serve during the trek is perfectly balanced with calories, carbohydrates, vitamins, protein, fibre, and minerals. You need to know that all our cooks have great expertise in cooking and have undergone thorough training. So, get ready to enjoy delectable and lip-smacking dishes during your trek. You will be served with lemon tea in the tent to start your day with a refreshed feeling. Before leaving the campsite for trekking, you will be given a hot finger-licking breakfast like upma, Aallu Prantha, Besan Chilla, Poha, Daliya,  Corn flakes, and Maggie, along with tea or coffee.

If your trek is longer, we also offer some fresh local fruits such as apples and healthy drinks like Frootie or Maaza. In the afternoon, you will be served a simple & healthy lunch, while at around 04:00 pm, you will be given tea and a light evening breakfast. After you reach your campsite at night, you will be served a hot and delightful dinner. 

After reading this, you must have understood the food we provided on the trek; you don’t need to worry about food. Many trekkers repeatedly trek with us because of the food we provide. Thus, we will give you unforgettable experiences.

Safety During Kanamo Peak Trek

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Trekking with us for the Kanamo Peak Trek is entirely safe because we have a team of trek leaders qualified in Wilderness first-aid and complete information about the high-altitude glitches. During the trek, we carry a full first-aid kit that contains all the essential medicines. Before trekking with us, you must ensure that you are medically fit for the trek; for us, your medical fitness is more important than anything else.

Right from our establishment, we at Trekup India have been continuously introducing new safety practices into Indian trekking to ensure the safety of voyagers. Trekup India introduced microspikes and made emergency bottled oxygen mandatory for all treks. Our trek leaders take your daily Pulse oximeter reading. We at Trekup India introduced the radio walkie-talkie as a safety communication device.

How can we ensure that your trek is safe with us?

We have noticed that most trek-organizing organizations do not follow these systems, but with time, they are following us; several competing companies are adopting these practices and organizing great, safe treks.

We ensure complete technical safety in the mountain. Our company has a vast team of more than 100 guides and trek leaders who serve on Himalayan treks. One of the best things about our team is that all the members are trained professionally by the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, Indian Mountaineering Foundation Delhi, and Hanifle Center Outdoor Education Mussoorie.

Explore our New Safety Protocols

To ensure a perfect Trek, we have introduced some new safety checks to ensure excellent safety for our trekkers. 

Our On-trek safety checks include:

  1. Daily oxygen saturation, along with pulse readings
  2. Stretchers team appointed on every trek
  3. Radios
  4. Trained mountain staff and complete safety
  5. Additional oxygen cylinders
  6. Special medical kit for high-altitude treks
  7. Microspikes on all types of snow treks
  8. Experienced Trek leaders, as well as safety
  9. Technical team on all snowy slopes

For Us, Your Safety Is the Top Priority

At Trekup India, you will find a team with local knowledge and fluency in English and Hindi. This helps ensure that you have a fantastic trek. Not only this, but we also pay attention to your health and safety because this is something we cannot ignore. All the team leaders involved in trekking have already undergone several professional courses in first aid, portable altitude chamber training, CPR, environmental awareness training, and advanced wilderness emergency medicine.

We also carry a complete first aid medical kit on every trek and trip we organize. Apart from the medical kit, we take a portable altitude chamber (if needed) and medical oxygen for all high-altitude treks. Our company has significant expertise in organizing all sorts of group adventure holidays for family groups, school and college groups, and friend groups. We have many travel options that suit different fitness levels and travelling styles.

Regardless of the group size, we value each and every member of our trekking groups. Our commitment to personal attention ensures that your needs and safety are always our top priority.

Who we are?

Trekup India has been a stalwart in the Adventure Tourism industry for 30 years. Since our inception, we have been dedicated to providing top-notch treks, voyages, trekking programs, and high-altitude expeditions. Our extensive experience is a testament to our commitment to your adventure and safety.

We organize treks in Uttarakhand, Kashmir, Sikkim, and Himachal while being part of the trekking community; we feature more than 75 documented Himalayan treks. In addition to other outdoor activities, our company also organizes trips for schools, colleges, and families. 

Therefore, we maintain the quality of services offered to our valuable customers.

Must Read These Information Of Kanamo Peak Trek

The trek is challenging and meant for experienced people because it helps you check your endurance. Even with that, it offers breathtaking views of the peaks and new cultures and traditions. Some of which we have shown below will help you understand why.

1. The deserted mountains have charm and picture-perfect scenic views, with some areas with spread-out vegetation.

The deserted mountains have charm and picture-perfect scenic views, with some areas with spread-out vegetation.

2. During the harvest season, you can catch the locals in their fields with locally grown vegetation in Spiti Valley.

As you trek to Kanamo Peak, you will come to an area where the locals during the harvest season are harvesting fields where you can see and taste peas and other locally grown vegetables.

3. While driving on the Manali- Leh Highway, you would cross mountain-carved roads.

If you are a thrill junky, driving through a mountain-carved road is for you.

4. Traditional Spiti and nearby Valley Houses and villages are one of the sights which are only found here.

You might have seen many images with white stone walls and red-roofed with multiple windows built on the cliff. This is the view of Spiti and other valleys in the region.

5. You could also see Brahma Kamal and various other flowers spread across the slope.

Another sight that makes Kanamo Peak Trek a must-go trek you could see up close the fields of Brahma Kamal and other locally found flowers.

Kanamo Peak Trek is best done during two seasons: Monsoon, which takes place between July and August, and Autumn, which takes place between September and mid-November. In August, you might be lucky enough to enjoy the harvest season in Spiti Valley. Between September and November, you will be walking through the trek covered in snow, boulders, moraine, and scree. This trek makes it difficult, but with the help of a guide, Trekup India, and snow trekking equipment, you can walk through the trail.

Kanamo Peak is considered a challenging trek due to its high altitude, exceeding 14,000 ft. The trek ascends rapidly, and your safety heavily relies on the level of preparation you undertake. Having prior experience with trekking in the Himalayas before embarking on this journey can help you adapt to the rigours of the trek. Additionally, knowledge of Acute Mountain Sickness is beneficial in managing any altitude-related challenges encountered along the way.

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