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WANGDI PHODRANG · BHUTAN · ASIA

Gangkhar Puensum

Also known as Gan'nkar Pouensoum, Gangkar Puensum, Gangkar Punsum, Gangker Punsum

Explore Gangkhar Puensum in Bhutan. Find available mountain knowledge, plan a climb and keep your memories in your private Passport.

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ELEVATIONNot verified
PROMINENCENot verified
TYPEMountain
COUNTRYBhutan

This page is not yet a complete trip guide. Route, access, permit and safety information may be missing or unreviewed. Confirm current official and local sources before planning travel.

AT A GLANCE

Meet Gangkhar Puensum.

Explore the mountain’s landscape, local context and practical information below. Sources are included with each section.

NameGangkhar Puensum
CountryBhutan
RegionWangdi Phodrang
CoordinatesNot yet verified

MOUNTAIN KNOWLEDGE

Get to know this mountain.

Updated 8 November 2026. Explore the sources with each section, and check current local advice before travel.

About this mountain

Gangkhar Puensum in Bhutan is also documented under the romanized form Gangkar Punsum and is widely described by official sources as one of the world's highest unclimbed mountains.

Sources & scope

Exact recorded feature identity; no elevation override

Toponymic alias only; no other catalogue aliases inferred

Access & planning

Summit mountaineering is prohibited. No public approach route is published here.

Sources & scope

Summit mountaineering prohibition; does not assert a public approach route

Permits & local services

Any trekking in Bhutan must be arranged with an accredited tour operator or certified guide. Confirm the current itinerary, required clearances, approved campsites and any protected-area permit directly with the Department of Tourism or your certified operator.

Sources & scope

National visitor-operational rules; exact route and campsite selection require current official confirmation

  • FAQs ↗Department of Tourism, Bhutan · checked 08/11/2026

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Nature & wildlife

A sourced species list is not available for Gangkhar Puensum yet.

PLANNING COVERAGE

No reviewed route overview yet.

We do not have a reviewed summit route for this mountain yet. Check current official and local advice before choosing a route.

COMMUNITY & STORIES

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CLIMB STORIES

Gangkhar Puensum, through other eyes.

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

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Conditions, access, permits and emergency arrangements can change after any map or Route review. Confirm current official and local sources before departure.

ACCESS

Current access not yet verified

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ROUTE REVIEW

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