
Chulu East Peak Climbing
Duration : 21 Days
Best Seasons: Autumn, Spring
Accomodations: Hotel, Lodge, Camp
Grade: Challenging
Max Altitude: 6,584m
Highlights
Chulu East (6,584m) is one of the popular trekking peaks situated high above the Manang Valley in the Annapurna region. This peak is a part of the MountManang. Climb to Chulu East is technically difficult and challenging. One should be well equipped with the use of climbing equipment like: crampons, harness, and ice axe, tying knots and handling ropes. Most of the climbing expedition involves walking on rope while the crossing the glacier. From the summit one can enjoy close- up views of the Annapurna range that includes Annapurna I, III and IV, Gangapurna, Glacier Dome, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho Peak and Manaslu. In fact, there exists Chulu West and Chulu East in the Chulu massif of the ManangHimal and it creates a great confusion for the climbers with regard to the name and location of the peak. It is really difficult to ascertain which peak isChulu East and Chulu West. Only experienced climbers can differentiate the Chulu East. Many climbers are still confused regarding the exact location of these two peaks because there are 4 and more summits are seen in the same periphery, all the summits are not properly marked in maps of the area. As a consequence many climbers have mistakenly scaled one of these peaks assuming it to be Chulu East. Climbing to either Chulu East or Chulu West or both of these peaks is combined with Nepal’s most popular Annapurna Circuit trek and this trip makes up for one of the most scenic Himalayan trekking and climbing.
Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to Hotel (1,300m/4,265ft)
Preparation day for peak climbing
Drive Kathmandu to Dharapani (1,860m)
Dharapani to Chame (2,670m)
Chame to Pisang (3,200m)
Pisang to Ngawal village (3,657m)
Rest in Ngawal for acclimatization
Ngawal to Chulu East Base Camp (3,910m)
Extra day for climbing preparation
Base Camp to Chulu east High Camp (4,955m)
Summit the Chulu East Peak (6,584m) and return to Base Camp
Optional day if weather is bad!!
Chulu East Base Camp trek to Manang (3,560m)
Manang trek to Letdar (4,200m)
Lether to Thorungphedi (4,450m) or puss up High camp (4,700m)
Trek over the Thorung La pass (5,416m) to Muktinath (3,800m)
Muktinath to Jomsom (2,710m)
Jomsom flight back to Pokhara (827m)
Drive/Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,300m)
Free day in Kathmandu
Final Departure
Pick up and drop off services for both international & domestic flights as per the itinerary.
3 Nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast on sharing basis
Katmandu to Dharapani bus, Jomsom to pokharadomestic air, pokhara to Kathmandu by domestic air
All necessary transportation during the trekking & peak climbing
Climbing permit, national park, TIMS card and garbage disposal fees
Climbing guide, cook, kitchen helpers & their daily wages, equipment, food etc.
Tea house accommodation on full board plan (breakfast, lunch & dinner) and hot drinks, tea/coffee
Emergency medical rescue insurance for all involved Nepali staff
Necessary cooking pot, PRIMUS power EPI gas burners, tents, high food and general climbing equipment’s (such as Rope, Ice Screw, snow Bar etc.)
First Aid medical kit and PAC bag
Sleeping bag and down jackets (if required)
Service charge and government taxes levied in Nepal
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
International flight tickets.
Nepal Entry Visa fee (To be applied for 90 days).
Drone & Special filming permit.
Bank/wire transfer fees (if applicable)
Lunch & Dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Personal Travel, Medical, and Emergency Rescue Insurances.
Personal Trekking and Climbing Gears
Phone calls, internet, battery recharge, laundry, alcoholic beverages, bottled and canned beverages, specialty coffee or espresso drinks, etc.
Summit Bonus for Climbing Sherpa US $ 1500.00.
Tips for Cook and Kitchen helpers.
Any other service cost which are not included in the Cost Includes.