Small-Group Summit Ratios
1 : 3 Guide-to-ClimberWe never overcrowd high-altitude routes. On technical summit pushes, each roped team maintains a maximum 1:3 ratio so your pace, hydration, and safety are continuously monitored.
Founded 2018 · Guiding Since 2013UIAA & CE Certified GearIMF Registered · Certified Leaders
A mountain journey built on experience, discipline and respect.
Founded by certified mountaineer Sachin Lama, Kailasa Treks leads small, safety-first teams on 6,000m and 7,000m Himalayan expeditions.
Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
1:3 Guide-to-Climber Summit Ratios
Leave No Trace (LNT) Alpine Ethics
Active Since 2013
12+ Years
Himalayan Leadership
Continuous expedition guiding and alpine leadership across Indian & Nepal ranges since 2013.
Zero Compromise
200+ Expeditions
Treks & Summits Led
Safely executed across Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Nepal.
Technical Ice & Rock
7,135 m Peak
Highest Objective
Technical route mastery on demanding peaks including Mt. Nun (7,135m), Mt. Kun (7,077m), and Satopanth (7,075m).
8,000 m Fixed-Rope Lead
16× Everest
Summits by Our Head Sherpa
Pasang Sherpa, our Sardar (lead Sherpa) and fixed-rope team leader, brings 22+ years on 8,000m peaks including Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Dhaulagiri.
THE FOUNDER'S PHILOSOPHY
“We don’t sell summits; we build capable mountaineers.”
A certified alpine guide and high-altitude expedition leader guiding since 2013 across Ladakh, Garhwal, Zanskar, and the Nepal Himalayas. Sachin completed his Basic and Advanced Mountaineering Courses at IHCAE, Search & Rescue at HMI, Special Search & Rescue at NIM, and Wilderness First Responder training with NOLS in Ranikhet.
At Kailasa Treks, he set a different standard: true mountaineering is not about being carried to a summit, but about self-reliance, technical competence, and respect for conditions. Our expeditions are built so you learn rope transitions, ice-axe self-arrest, and weather reading, and become an active member of your rope team.
Qualifications
- Indian Himalayan Centre for Adventure & Ecotourism (IHCAE)BMC & AMC Certified
Basic (BMC) & Advanced (AMC) Mountaineering Courses
- Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI)SNR Certified
Search & Rescue (SNR) Course
- Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM)Special SNR Certified
Special Search & Rescue (Special SNR) Course
- NOLS Wilderness MedicineWFR Certified
Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
EXPEDITION LEADERSHIP
The mountain team behind your summit.
Every Kailasa expedition is led by IMF/NIM certified mountain guides and veteran Sherpa leaders with verifiable summit histories on 6,000m and 7,000m peaks.
22+ Years · 16× EverestPasang Sherpa
Sardar (Head Sherpa) · Lead Climber · Fixed-Rope Team Leader
"Dhaulagiri Pasang" · 8,000m Fixed-Rope Leader
Known in the climbing community as “Dhaulagiri Pasang”, Pasang has spent more than 22 years on Himalayan expeditions and has served multiple times as fixed-rope team leader on 8,000m expeditions, including Everest, Manaslu, and Dhaulagiri. As our Sardar and lead climber, he leads route preparation and fixes ropes on the technical sections of our climbs.
Summit record
Nepal & Karakoram
- Everest ×16
- Lhotse
- Makalu
- Dhaulagiri
- Annapurna
- Broad Peak
- Manaslu
- Ama Dablam
Indian Himalaya
- Nun–Kun
- Satopanth
- Kedar Dome
- Nanda Kot
Selected ascents, not a complete list.
Climbing Since 2013Naveen Panwar
Mountain Guide · Rope Fixing Team
BMC · AMC · Special SNR · MOI (NIM Uttarkashi)
Mountain guide and rope-fixing team member who began climbing in 2013. NIM Uttarkashi trained, he has fixed ropes on Satopanth, Bhagirathi II, Mt. Nun, Mt. Kun and other 6,000m and 7,000m peaks.
25+ Years in Trekking & MountaineeringKamal Shahi
Head Cook · Camp In-charge
Expedition Cooking · Camp Management
Started as a porter and helper and now has over 25 years in expedition cooking and camp management. He oversees meals and camp operations so climbers get nutritious food and reliable support.
Indian Himalaya & Everest SupportNima Dorjey Sherpa
Support Sherpa · High-Altitude Expedition Team
Nun · Kun · Kang Yatse I & II · CB 13 · CB 14 · Black Peak
Young, enthusiastic Sherpa who has summited Nun, Kun, Kang Yatse I & II, CB 13, CB 14 and Black Peak, and supported Everest intermediate camps in Nepal.
You will be introduced directly to your designated lead guide and technical briefing team 3 weeks prior to departure. Meet the planning team
VOICES FROM THE MOUNTAINS
Perspectives earned above the clouds.
4.9 / 5.0 Rating from 180+ Guided Climbers
Verified Summit
"Climbing Nun with Sachin was the defining expedition of my mountaineering life. The fixed rope setups, summit night pacing, and high camp logistics were flawless."
Vikram Rathore
Mt. Nun (7,135m) (2024)
Alpine Climber · Mumbai, India
Verified Summit
"As an amateur attempting my first 6,000m summit, Sachin's patient training on cramponing and ice-axe arrest at base camp gave me the calm competence I needed to stand on the summit safely."
Dr. Ananya Sen
Kang Yatse II (6,250m) (2024)
High-Altitude Trekker · Kolkata, India
Verified Summit
"Crossing the Kalindi Khal glacier with Kailasa Treks was pure alpine mastery. Their safety protocols, medical checks, and crew spirit turned an intimidating traverse into an unforgettable achievement."
Rohan & Tanya Mehta
Kalindi Khal Pass (5,950m) (2023)
Expedition Climbers · Bengaluru, India
THE KAILASA STANDARD
Alpine integrity, zero compromises on safety.
High-altitude mountaineering carries objective hazards—altitude, avalanches, weather shifts, and technical exposure. Here is how we mitigate risk and protect every life on our rope teams.
Medical & Acclimatisation Protocol
Zero-Rushed SchedulesTwice-daily pulse oximetry, built-in acclimatisation buffer days, Gamow bag evacuation protocols, and emergency medical oxygen reserved for all 6,000m and 7,000m camps.
UIAA / CE Certified Alpine Gear
Zero Compromise On EquipmentWe use certified dynamic & static ropes, snow-stakes, ice screws, four-season geodesic expedition tents, and satellite / VHF mountain communications on every remote objective.
Fair-Wage Sherpa & Porter Welfare
Ethical Mountain OperationsOur local climbing Sherpas and high-altitude porters are the backbone of every climb. We guarantee capped load weights (max 20–25 kg), full medical coverage, proper cold-weather gear, and fair living wages.
Medical & rescue protocols
Clinical safety at extreme altitude.
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), HAPE, and HACE require immediate, trained intervention. Every expedition is equipped to stabilize, treat, and if necessary, evacuate climbers without delay.
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Medical & rescue protocols
Clinical safety at extreme altitude.
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), HAPE, and HACE require immediate, trained intervention. Every expedition is equipped to stabilize, treat, and if necessary, evacuate climbers without delay.
View all 4Hide details- Lake Louise AMS Scoring & Pulse Oximetry
Mandatory morning and evening biometric checks (SpO2 levels & resting heart rate) logged in our expedition register to detect altitude illness before it becomes acute.
- Emergency Medical Oxygen & Gamow Bag
Medical-grade oxygen cylinders and portable hyperbaric chambers stationed at intermediate high camps across all 6,000m and 7,000m objectives.
- Participant Medical Clearance & Screening
All participants must complete our high-altitude medical declaration and cardiovascular history assessment before booking confirmation.
- Mandatory High-Altitude SAR Insurance
Every climber on technical routes must hold specialized mountaineering insurance covering search, rescue, and helicopter evacuation up to 7,000m.
Direct operational liaison with Indian Air Force & civil helicopter rescue services.
Leave No Trace ethics
Preserving fragile glaciers for generations.
The Himalayas are sacred landscapes vulnerable to ecological destruction. We practice strict alpine stewardship so future climbers find untouched wilderness.
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Leave No Trace ethics
Preserving fragile glaciers for generations.
The Himalayas are sacred landscapes vulnerable to ecological destruction. We practice strict alpine stewardship so future climbers find untouched wilderness.
View all 4Hide details- 100% Solid Waste Pack-In, Pack-Out
Zero waste left at high camps. All ration packaging, fuel canisters, and equipment wrappers are catalogued, weighed, and transported down to municipal disposal.
- Glacier Clean-Waste Management
On technical peaks like Satopanth and Kang Yatse II, our teams utilize clean-waste WAG bags to prevent human contamination of fragile perennial snowfields.
- Zero High-Altitude Wood Burning
100% clean-burning LPG and kerosene fuels are used exclusively above the tree line. We never harvest alpine juniper, scrub, or fragile high-altitude timber.
- Porter Rights & Load Capping
Strictly enforced load limits (20–25 kg maximum), high-altitude mountain boots, warm jackets, and emergency medical protection provided for all mountain staff.
Certified LNT field operating practices on all 6,000m & 7,000m trails.
REGIONAL STAGING & LOGISTICS
Field infrastructure where preparation meets the mountains.
Safe Himalayan expeditions require more than good intentions. We operate year-round staging depots, dedicated equipment caches, and emergency communication networks across Uttarakhand, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh.
Uttarakhand Base · Headquarters & Staging Hub
Dehradun Headquarters & Garhwal Operations
Administration, Permit Liaisons & Climber Briefings
Central operations office managing Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) permits, inner-line documentation, medical pre-screening, and expedition logistics for Garhwal and Kumaon routes.
Ladakh Operations · High-Altitude Base Depot
Leh Expedition Depot & Acclimatisation Base
High-Altitude Hardware Depot & Acclimatisation Center
Dedicated high-altitude depot housing technical ropes, oxygen cylinders, hyperbaric chambers, and hardware. Servicing Kang Yatse II, Dzo Jongo, Mentok Kangri, and Mt. Nun & Kun.
Garhwal Himalayas · Field Expedition Depot
Joshimath & Uttarkashi Staging Centers
Alpine Equipment Staging & Porter Marshalling
Field depots at the gates of Nanda Devi and Gangotri sanctuaries. Coordinating fixed-rope cache distribution, local mountain porters, and logistics for Satopanth, Bhagirathi II & Kalindi Khal.
Himachal Pradesh · Regional Alpine Hub
Manali Alpine Staging Hub
Himachal Ascents & Wilderness Traverses
Regional base for technical ascents including Deo Tibba, Friendship Peak, and remote trans-Himalayan crossover treks linking the Kullu, Spiti, and Pin Parvati valleys.
REGULATORY & LEGAL GOVERNANCE
Official registration and regulatory compliance.
Every expedition operates under complete legal authorization with registered Indian corporate credentials, IMF permits, and formal state tourism sanction.
- Corporate Entity
- Kailasa Treks & Tours Private LimitedOperating since 2018; incorporated as a private limited company in 2025 under the Companies Act, Govt. of India (CIN: U79900UT2025PTC018427)
- Mountaineering Affiliation
- IMF Recognized Tour OperatorAccredited with Indian Mountaineering Foundation for peak permit applications and alpine logistics
- Tourism Board Recognition
- Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (UTDB)Registered adventure tour operator adhering to state safety mandates and environmental guidelines
- Emergency SAR Liaison
- 24/7 Heli-Rescue CoordinationDirect operational protocols with civil aviation operators & Indian Air Force emergency evacuation channels
Registered office: B83, Kandal, Lane-2, Doon Public Road, Athoorwala-Doiwala, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248140 Fully authorised Himalayan operator
MOMENTS FROM THE FIELD
Authentic Himalayan terrain.
Kang Yatse II, Ladakh
Sunrise over Ladakh on the Kang Yatse II summit ridge (6,250 m). Cold air, warm sun, and pure Himalayan silence.
Mt. Satopanth, Uttarakhand
Approaching the fabled knife-edge ridge of Mt. Satopanth (7,075 m) in the Garhwal Himalayas. Precision in every footstep.
Mt. Nun Base Camp, Zanskar
High camp pitched beneath the colossal seracs of Mt. Nun (7,135 m), Zanskar. Home for the next 23 days.
Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh
Setting ice screws into frozen waterfalls in Spiti Valley. Winter mountaineering demands another level of focus.
MOUNTAIN DISCIPLINES
Choose your next mountain progression.
From your first glaciated peak to multi-camp 7,000m technical summits, our expeditions offer a structured ladder of altitude, skill development, and physical endurance.
13 Technical Summits6,100 m – 6,400 m
6,000 M Expeditions
Kang Yatse II, Dzo Jongo, Mentok Kangri II, Black Peak
The essential proving ground bridging high-altitude trekking into true alpine mountaineering with fixed ropes and glacier skills.
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4 Himalayan Giants7,075 m – 7,135 m
7,000 M Expeditions
Mt. Nun, Mt. Kun, Satopanth, Nanda Devi East
Demanding high-altitude objectives requiring fixed ropes, crampon mastery, high-camp load carries, and extreme endurance.
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5 High Passes5,300 m – 5,950 m
Expedition-Style Treks
Kalindi Khal, Auden’s Col, Panpatia Col, Gupt Khal
Glaciated cols, moraine crossings, and remote technical alpine passes linking rugged Himalayan valleys without permanent trails.
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Classic Circuits3,800 m – 5,160 m
Nepal Treks
Manaslu Circuit, Larkya La Pass, Tsum Valley
Immersive multi-day high-valley journeys crossing legendary passes beneath towering 8,000m massifs in authentic Sherpa territory.
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EXPEDITION TRANSPARENCY
Good questions. Complete clarity.
Honest answers regarding guide leadership, participant screening, emergency protocols, insurance mandates, and mountain ethics.
Have a specific technical question?
Consult directly with founder Sachin Lama to discuss route suitability, required gear, or custom dates.
Ask an expedition leaderDoes Sachin Lama lead every expedition personally?
Sachin Lama personally leads select marquee 6,000m and 7,000m climbs each season (such as Mt. Nun, Satopanth, and Kang Yatse II). For concurrent expeditions, leadership is entrusted to our vetted roster of senior mountain guides (including NIM-trained mountaineers) with 8–15 years of alpine experience. Every participant is introduced to their assigned expedition leader during a mandatory technical briefing 3 weeks before departure.
What is the participant screening and fitness vetting process?
We do not sell commercial climbs without verifying your technical and physiological readiness. For 6,000m peaks, we review your cardiovascular conditioning and past high-altitude trekking history above 4,500m. For technical 7,000m summits (like Mt. Nun or Satopanth), prior graduation from an Advanced Mountaineering Course (AMC) or demonstrable alpine glacier/crampon ascents is mandatory. A signed medical fitness certificate is required for all bookings.
How do you handle emergency altitude illness and helicopter evacuation?
Every expedition camp is equipped with emergency medical oxygen, pulse oximeters, and comprehensive wilderness medical kits. At the first sign of severe Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE), or Cerebral Edema (HACE), immediate descent is mandatory. For life-threatening emergencies, our Dehradun headquarters maintains 24/7 direct communication with Indian Air Force (IAF) and civil helicopter operators for search and rescue (SAR) extraction.
What high-altitude mountaineering insurance is mandatory?
Standard travel insurance almost universally excludes roped mountaineering and elevations above 4,500m. All climbers on our 6,000m and 7,000m expeditions are required to purchase specialized alpine travel insurance that explicitly covers technical mountaineering, search and rescue (SAR), and emergency helicopter evacuation up to the maximum route altitude.
Free Technical Route Consultation
Discuss your Himalayan goals directly with Sachin Lama.
Whether you are preparing for your first 6,000m summit or targeting a technical 7,000m peak, we thoroughly evaluate your past altitude profile, cardiovascular conditioning, and technical experience before accepting any deposit or booking commitment.
24-Hour Expert Response Honest Route Suitability Assessment Zero Financial Commitment Upfront