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.

DAY 1
Arrival in Kathmandu & transfer to Hotel (1,300m/4,265ft)
DAY 2
Preparation day for peak climbing
DAY 3
Drive Kathmandu to Dharapani (1,860m)
DAY 4
Dharapani to Chame (2,670m)
DAY 5
Chame to Pisang (3,200m)
DAY 6
Pisang to Ngawal village (3,657m)
DAY 7
Rest in Ngawal for acclimatization
DAY 8
Ngawal to Chulu East Base Camp (3,910m)
DAY 9
Extra day for climbing preparation
DAY 10
Base Camp to Chulu east High Camp (4,955m)
DAY 11
Summit the Chulu East Peak (6,584m) and return to Base Camp
DAY 12
Optional day if weather is bad!!
DAY 13
Chulu East Base Camp trek to Manang (3,560m)
DAY 14
Manang trek to Letdar (4,200m)
DAY 15
Lether to Thorungphedi (4,450m) or puss up High camp (4,700m)
DAY 16
Trek over the Thorung La pass (5,416m) to Muktinath (3,800m)
DAY 17
Muktinath to Jomsom (2,710m)
DAY 18
Jomsom flight back to Pokhara (827m)
DAY 19
Drive/Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,300m)
DAY 20
Free day in Kathmandu
DAY 21
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.