Who we are
Boots & Crampons is a young yet well-respected treks & expeditions company. With a legacy of leading climbing expeditions to the world’s highest peaks, and treks to the more remote corners of the globe, Boots and Crampons ensures world-class mountaineering services while ensuring your safety, combining stunning wilderness of the mountains with the highest level of service and comfort.
Whether you are taking your first steps into the realm of the outdoors, or are a seasoned adventurer. Your experience with Boots and Crampons on an Adventure expedition will be like no other, helping you grow stronger and teaching you various survival skills. The time now is ripe; let’s discuss your next life adventure.
We strive to offer the highest quality mountaineering expeditions and treks while focusing on our primary goals: safety, success, and enjoyment. We achieve this by bringing our extensive experience, knowledge, and sources into the game.
How we operate
We hold a very strong and hardworking team, which plays a key role in our success. Our team has a lot of passion for mountains and is highly motivated in person. We arrange logistics for all the major seven summits and other categories of climbs. Whereas we have an annual schedule for the climbs we do, we also organize customized trips for private groups. As per the special requirement of our client, we pool up resources and assure the outcome.
We believe in teamwork that helps in thriving a healthy environment in any task handled. As a responsible and environmentally friendly mountaineering company, we are committed to preserving the natural beauty and ecological balance of the mountain environments where we operate. We take a number of steps to minimize our impact on the environment and support sustainable practices.
We partner with local guides, outfitters, and other businesses to support the economies and communities in the areas where we operate. We only use environmentally friendly products and biodegradable soaps, etc. on our trips to minimize pollution and protect the natural ecosystem. A policy of Leaving No Trace is followed on all of our trips, including no campfire, properly disposing of waste, and respecting wildlife and their habitats. We offset our carbon emissions by investing in renewable energy and other sustainable initiatives to mitigate our impact on the environment. We believe that responsible and sustainable practices are essential for preserving the beauty and integrity of the natural world, and we are committed to operating in a way that aligns with these values.
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Our Team
Romil joined the army in 1994 as a cadet in the prestigious National Defence Academy, khadakvasla. He retired as a Special Forces officer and joined B&C as the CEO. He is an alumni of IIT Kharagpur & IIM Lucknow. He has led 10 major mountaineering expeditions as team leader with great success including the mighty Mt Everest in May 2019.
He is a Boston Marathoner, Half Ironman Podium finisher, La Ultra 111 km non Ladakhi record holder, 24hour 185km runner, Ultra cyclist Super Randonneur. He has done White water rafting and all the mountaineering courses from the best institutes in India. He is also an esteemed motivational speaker, having presented at various prestigious events, including TedX. Below are the mountains/peaks Romil has climbed:
- Mt Everest (8848m)
- Mt Kun (7077m)
- Mt Aconcagua (6962m)
- Ama Dablam (6812m)
- Kang Yatse 1 (6400m)
- Kang Yatse 2 (6250m)
- Mt Denali (6190m)
- Island Peak (6160m)
- Mt Stok Kangri (6153m)
- Mt Lobuje (6100m)
- Mt Yunam (6100m)
- UT Kangri (6070m)
- Mt Golep Kangri (5900m)
- Unnamed Peak in Mamostang Area (5900m)
- Mt Kilimanjaro (5895m)
- Mt Rudugaira (5819m)
- Mt Elbrus (5642m), Highest in Europe
- Mt Kalapatthar (5565m)
- Mt Kedardome (5500m)
- Unnamed Peak in Siachen (5400m)
- Mt Saruchi Lungpa (5400m)
- Hanging Peak, Siachen (5300m)
- Mt Friendship Peak (5289m)
- Mt Shitidhar (5250m)
- Mt Nangarshang (5077m)
- Mt Rainier (4392m)
- Mt Penitentis (4300m)
- Mt Patalsu (4200m)
- Mt Teesta (~4000m)
- Mt Cruz De Cana (3500m)
- Mt Treskol (3200m)
- Mt Nagtibba (3022m)
- Mt Kosciuszko (2228m)
- And more…
Bharath Thammineni
Mountaineer, Founder
Bharath, a highly skilled mountaineer, has a unique distinction of reaching the summits of Mt Everest, Mt Lhotse, Mt Manaslu, Mt Annapurna & Mt Kanchenjunga (all are 8000m+ peaks). He is a Genetic Engineer by qualification. He has led multiple teams to the highest points in Kilimanjaro, Africa, Europe, South America, Australia & Asia.
He is an experienced and Veteran mountaineer with 8 years of high-altitude expeditions under his belt. He has climbed five of the seven highest mountains out of the Seven Summit Series. In addition to his own passion and quests, he seeks to generate more awareness about other peaks among Indians. Below are the mountains Bharath has climbed:
Highest Mountains-
- Everest (8848m)
- Manaslu (8163m)
- Lhotse (8516m)
- Annapurna (8091m)
- Kanchenjunga (8586m)
- Makalu (8481m)
Seven Summits-
- Everest (8848m)
- Aconcagua (6961m)
- Denali (6190m)
- Kilimanjaro (5895m)
- Elbrus (5642m)
- Kosciuszko (2228m)
Other high altitude peaks:
- Mount Renok (4725m)
- Friendship peak (5289m)
- BC Roy (5486m)
- Kalapathar (5644m)
- Rudugaira (5819m)
- UT Kangri (6070m)
- Kun (7077m)
- Mount Bonete (6759m)
Chetan Sehgal, a true adventurer in all aspects. He’s been running & exploring trails in the Himalayas for the last 10+ years. He has also organized a number of ultra-marathons and trail runs in the mountains. Chetan is a certified running coach, focusing on a holistic approach towards running.
Rajat is a Marketing guy by profession but has ultimate passion for travelling. Having done numerous treks in the India Himalayas, he can see things from a trekker’s perspective, and uses that perception to keep a good connection between B&C and it’s clients.
With a B-Tech degree in Apparel Technology from the prestigious NIFT and over 14 years of work experience in the Apparel Industry, Rachit’s professional journey has been a testament to his adaptability, and with such experience he has a comprehensive understanding of the Apparel industry’s intricacies.
With a work history steeped in the Apparel Industry, Rachit’s passion for mountaineering has become a driving force for change. To step into the Mountaineering world with undivided focus, he first left his well settled job, then successfully completed his BASIC MOUNTAINEERING COURSE from ABVIMAS, Manali at the age of 36. Having completed numerous treks in India Himalayas, Rachit’s decision to transition into the world of mountaineering is a testament to his unwavering pursuit of passion and purpose.
An ultra-endurance athlete and passionate mountaineer, Jason became the 24th Australian to summit Mt. Manaslu, the world’s eighth-highest peak, in 2018. In 2022, he attempted Mt. Annapurna I but turned back 350m from the summit due to equipment failure, becoming one of the oldest Australians to take on this challenge. He has also solo climbed Mont Blanc and Weissmies in the European Alps and completed the Everest Base Camp trek six times, with climbs on every continent except Antarctica.
With over 20 years of experience as a scientist in the chemical field, Jason now dedicates himself to leading expeditions and helping others prepare for high-altitude challenges. As a competitor in marathons, ultra-marathons, and triathlons, he maintains his fitness through climbing, swimming, cycling, running, and training at The Altitude Gym. Jason is always eager to share his expertise on gear, fitness, and travel to help adventurers reach new heights.