Chulu West Peak Climbing

18 Days Peak Climbing / (SKILL LEVEL: hard)

ABOUT THIS TRIP
  • DURATION: 18 Days
  • ACTIVITY: Peak Climbing
  • BEST SEASON: / autumn / spring 
  • START: Kathmandu
  • FINISH: Kathmandu
  • ACCOMMODATION: Tea House & Camping
  • GRADE: hard
  • AVAIABILITY: yes
  • GROUP SIZE: 2-15
  • MAX ALTITUDE: 6419m

OVERVIEW

  • SKILL LEVEL
    hard
  • DURATION
    18 Days

Chulu West was first ascended in 1952 by a Japanese Expedition. The Base Camp of this peak is situated in a small valley north of Manang, off the main trail to the Thorang La. this  trip sets out from Beshi Sahar, the district headquarters of Lamjung a neighboring district of Gorkha. From Beshi Sahar the trail leads up slowly to wards Manang valley, one of he highest valleys of the world situated at an altitude of 5000m. One-day rest will be set to explore the Manang Valley and for the acclimatization. From Manang valley the route eads north to lead and on to the Chulu West Base camp. Three days are set a side for the ascent of this peak and you head to Thorong-La pass which is 5,350 m. and follow the same route come back to Kathmandu as in the “Around Annapurna Trek”.

 

 

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Chulu West Peak Climbing

18 Days Peak Climbing / (SKILL LEVEL: hard)

Day 1 :Arrival in Kathmandu, 1300m/4,265ft

Day 2 :Drive to Dharapani, 1946m/6,383ft, 9-10 hrs. Overnight stay at lodge

Day 3 :Trek to Chame, 2800m/9,185ft, 5-6 hrs

Day 4 :Trek to Pisang, 3200m/10,497ft, 5-6hrs

Day 5 :Trek to Manang, 3540m/11,612ft, 5-6hrs

Day 6 :Acclimatization day in Manang, 3540m/11,612ft

Day 7 :Trek to Leter, 4200m/13,777ft, 4-5 hrs

Day 8 :Trek to Chulu West Base Camp, 4810m/15,777ft, 3-4 hrs

Day 9 :Trek to High Camp 5100/16,729ft, 2 hrs

Day 10 :Ascent to Camp I, 5530m/18,139ft, 4-5 hrs

Day 11 :Summit Chulu West, 6419m/21,055ft, 9-10 hrs

Day 12 :Reserve Day (in case of unfavorable weather)

Day 13 :Trek to Phedi, 4545m/14,908ft, 3-4 hrs

Day 14 :Trek to Muktinath, 3694m/12,117ft, 7-9 hrs

Day 15 :Trek to Jomsom, 2710m8,889ft, 5 hrs

Day 16 :Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara

Day 17 : Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

Day 18 :Departure

  • Transfer from Airport – Hotel – Airport: Car, Van, Hi-ace or Coaster in a private vehicle.
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu, Two nights on Twin share Bed and Breakfast Basis.
  • Accommodation in Pokhara, One night on Twin share Bed and Breakfast Basis.
  • Accommodation during Trek ; local lodges 9 nights (Full board meals with twin-share rooms ,beds with comfortable foam mattress and pillows)
  • Accommodation during Camping ; 5 nights Full Board
  • English speaking experienced Sherpa guide (Govt. Trained/License Holder).
  • All Camping Equipment required during the trek, sleeping tents/mattresses, kitchen tent, kitchen equipment
  • All required Personal and Group Climbing gears
  • Climbing rope, Ice screws, Snow bar
  • Trekking cook, kitchen staff, Trek Sherpa and other support staff while on Chulu West peak climbing
  • One Sherpa guide-assistant if group size is more than 4 Trekkers.
  • Porters: One porter for One Trekker basis.
  • Trek Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation.
  • Personal insurance for Nepalese staff.
  • Energy Supplies ( Snickers, Mars, Bounty) and Fresh Fruits on the Trek
  • First aid medicine kit.
  • Chulu West Peak Permit
  • ,Annapurna Conservation Fee, TIMS permits & all required permits or Official Documentation.
  • All ground transfers.
  • Airfare Jomsom – Pokhara guests and guide
  • Pokhara to Kathmandu airfare and airport transfers.
  • All government and local taxes.
  • Chulu West Peak climbing certificates issued from the respective body of Nepal Government
  • Your Personal Travel Insurance.
  • Nepal Entry Visa Fee.
  • Lunch & Dinner in cities – allow $ 10 to 14 for per meal in Tourist restaurants.
  • Beverages (soft drinks, mineral water,boiled water and beer).
  • Tips for guide, porters and driver (customary).
  • Any personal expenses not mentioned in above services.
  • Additional night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara because of early return from Trek (due to any reason) than the planned itinerary.