Chulu West Peak Climbing(6,220m)
Of the two Chulus (East and West), Chulu West is the higher peak. It 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. There is a controversy regarding the name and location of the Chulu peaks. There are several peaks close by and are also a part of Chulu massif but are not indicated in the map. Thus it is difficult to differentiate between the two Chulus. However, the Chulu group comprises of four peaks: two in the east and two in the west. Chulu West may also be called Chulu Central. There is no technical difficulty in ascending this peak but progress can be slow as the slopes are vulnerable to avalanches in certain conditions.
Chulu West Peak Climbing Itinerary in Details:
Day 01: Kathmandu - Dumre - Besi Sahar,
Day 02: Besi Sahar - Ngadi (930 m),
Day 03: gadi - Syange (1.190 m)
Day 04: Syange - Tal (1.675 m),
Day 05: Tal - Lattemarang (2.450 m),
Day 06: Lattemarang - Pisang (3.185 m),
Day 07: Pisang - Manang (3.535 m),
Day 08: Rest day at Manang,
Day 09: Manang - Letdar (4.250 m),
Day 10: Lether - Chulu West Base camp (4.900 m),
Day 11: Climbing period,
Day 12: Climbing period,
Day 13: Climbing period,
Day 14: Climbing period,
Day 15: Letdar - Thorung Phedi (4.420 m),
Day 16: Thorung Phedi - Thorung La (5.416 m) - Muktinath (3.800 m),
Day 17: Muktinath - Kagbeni - Jomsom (2.713 m),
Day 18: Jomosom – Pokhara by flight,
Day 19: Pokhara to Kathmandu.
Trip Cost Includes:
- Private Arrival & Departure transfers on both domestic and international flights.
- Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara on a twin share bed/Single and breakfast basis as per the itinerary.
- Full board meals while trekking (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
- Freshly cooked Full board meals prepared by our cook while climbing
- Tea and coffee while on trek.
- Accommodation in teahouse or lodge while trekking.
- Accommodation in Tented camp while climbing.
- Welcome / fare - well dinner as listed in the itinerary.
- The sightseeing city tour with world heritage entrance fees as listed in itinerary.
- All Domestic flights and airport tax as listed in the itinerary.
- Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek as applicable.
- Peak Climbing Permit Royalty and other government tax.
- Climbing Clinic Course at base camp,
- All required Personal and Group Climbing gear: Plastic climbing boot, crampons, climbing rope, ice axe, zoomer, harness, figure of eight, carabineer etc
- All camping equipment - 2-person tent, dinning tent, kitchen tent, staff & porter tent, toilet tent with commode, dining table with backrest chair etc.
- Nepal Social Treks Gear - sleeping bag, duffel bag etc for the use during the trip, Plastic garbage bags.
- Professional local experienced Trek Leader / Guide trained in Wilderness First Aid.
- Comprehensive First Aid Kit.
- Respective region (Everest) trekking map, TIMS Card.
- Well-experienced Climbing guide with all his allowance and expenses.
- Necessary Porters to carry all personal gear and group equipment.
- Proper Insurance of all staff including porters.
- Warm clothing & trekking gear for staff including porters: Gortex jacket & trousers, fleece jacket and pant, trekking shoes / boots, woolen hat, gloves, shocks, sunglasses etc.
- The Trekking t-shirt
- Peak climbing certificates issued from the respective body of Nepal Government.
- Comprehensive pre-departure information and trip dossiers
Trip Cost Excludes:
- Nepal entry Visa fees, your travel insurance of any kind (emergency evacuation insurance is recommended as this is an adventurous trip and evacuation by Helicopter may be necessary)
- International Airfare
- Lunch and Dinner except mentioned itinerary
- All Drinks and main meals in cities.
- Tips and Items of personal expenses like hot shower, battery charge, Telephone, laundry, beverage drinks etc.
- Personal climbing gear, and rescue by helicopter and accident insuran