Singu Chuli Peak Climbing

Our representative will greet you and your group at the Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) on your arrival. After issuing an on-arrival visa at the airport, you will then move to your hotel for rest and lunch. You will receive a briefing about your daily activities throughout your trip. You can either take the day off or roam around the capital city. Take enough rest as a whole new day is ahead of you.

Highlights

• Transport to the hotel on a private tourist vehicle
• Traditional Nepali dinner and an introduction of the team
• Short briefing about the daily itinerary.

Special Information

Make sure to attend the meeting. We will be providing information about your insurance and other essential aspects of the trip. If you are running late, please let the hotel reception know about it. You can ask the receptionist or look for a note regarding the meeting place.

You will take a tour of Kathmandu valley today. After breakfast, our representative will greet you in the hall. You will receive a briefing about the day and the places you will visit. You will ride from the hotel to some of the cultural heritage sites listed as World Heritage Sites. You first set your foot at Pashupatinath Temple, which is the biggest Hindu shrine. This temple is at least a couple of centuries old.

From here, you will visit Boudhanath Stupa, which holds religious importance among Buddhists. After a quick lunch break, you will ride to Swayambhunath Stupa. You can see the whole of Kathmandu Valley from this spot. Later in the evening, you will roam around Kathmandu Durbar Square. This historical site is the epitome of the architecture of Nepal.

While on your way back to the hotel, you can find your way around Thamel. This place is the tourist hub of Kathmandu. You can shop souvenirs from here to take back home.

Highlights

• A visit to Pashupatinath Temple
• A visit to Boudhanath Stupa
• A visit to Swayambhunath Stupa
• Roam around Kathmandu Durbar Square
• Stroll around Thamel.

Special Information

We recommend that you carry proper trekking gear, such as walking poles, shoes, and other items. They will ease your climb through the rugged path. If you don’t have the equipment, inform your guide. We will arrange those items for you in Kathmandu.

You will get up early in the morning, have breakfast, and get on a private jeep from your hotel to Pokhara. You will see many green hills and vegetation as soon as you exit the town. The drive will take around 6 hours. The roads are winding, and the scenery of the river and lush green hill will keep you occupied throughout the drive.

Highlights

• Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara via Jeep
• Beautiful sceneries along the Prithvi highway
• Travel by Jeep

After breakfast, you will drive from Pokhara to Nayapul on a private tourist vehicle. From here, you will begin your hike up to Ghandruk (1940 m). You will see lush green transcending hills throughout the journey today. The greenery in this region is very refreshing.

After 3 hours of trek, you will soon reach a beautiful Gurung village known as Ghandruk. It will be your first experience in a typical Nepali village. People here are generous and welcoming to their guests. You will spend the night here in a lodge.

Highlights

• Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul
• Beginning of hike
• Lush green hills and rugged trail
• First experience of a typical Nepali village
• Delicious Gurung food
• Overnight stay at Ghandruk
• Approximate time – 2 hours drive, 3 hours hike.

You will wake up to a fresh morning with a delighted scene of Annapurna Range and Mt.  Machhapuchhre at Ghandruk. After breakfast, you will hit the trail that leads to many other destinations in the Annapurna sanctuary. You will pass many downhills and uphills through dense forest. There are many stops in between where you can take short breaks. Keep yourself hydrated throughout the journey. Soon you will reach Chomrong village, your resting stop for tonight.

Highlights

• Continue on the main trail through the dense forest areas
• The sight of Mt. Machhapuchhre along the trail
• Uphill and Downhill trek
• Overnight stay at Chomrong

After breakfast, you will continue on the trail up to Dobhan. The path is straightforward for a while until you have to take a rapid descend up to a small stream. Cross the stream on a wooden bridge and climb to Lower Sinuwa, where you can take a short break to catch your breath. From here, you will again ascend to Upper Sinuwa and then to Bamboo.

Bamboo is a small settlement area covered with a lush and dense forest of bamboo trees, thus given the name. Finally, continuing on the main trail, you will soon reach Dobhan, your resting spot for tonight.

Highlights

• Steep descend up to the stream
• Ascend to Lower Sinuwa and then to Upper Sinuwa
• Pass through a dense bamboo forest to reach Dobhan
• Overnight stay at Dobhan
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours.

Special Information

Maintain your natural pace while you are walking on the trail. The path follows a rapid descent from Chomrong up to the base of Lower Sinuwa along the stairs and rises quickly from there onwards. Use the trekking poles for added support. Keeping yourself hydrated and taking periodic breaks is the key to an easy trek.

Today is going to be a difficult trek as compared to previous days. After breakfast, you will leave Dobhan and enter a dense forest. The path from here is uneven and narrow, with many rocks laid throughout the trail. There are many ups and downs. You will reach Himalaya, where you can find a few lodges and tea houses. You will rest here for a while and gain your energy back.

The path now follows a steep climb with huge rocks from here onwards. It will be challenging if you do not have the climbing training before the beginning of this expedition. Take your time and climb up the trail until you reach Deurali. You will get a better view of Mt. Machhapuchhre from here.

Continue alongside the bank of KaliGandaki. It is an avalanche-prone area, so make a quick pass through this site. Soon you will reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp – your resting spot for tonight. Here, the valley widens, offering you a marvelous view of Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Annapurna III, and Gangapurna.

Highlights

• Pass through a dense forest after leaving Dobhan
• Tiring ascend the Himalaya on an uneven and rocky trail
• A better view of Mt. Machhapuchhre along the trail
• Walk along the bank of KaliGandaki
• Pass avalanche-prone site
• Reach for an overnight stay at Machhapuchhre Base Camp
• Approximate time – 6 to 7 hours

Special Information

• The trail is particularly difficult today, so keep your motivation high
• Take frequent breaks during the climb
• Maintaining your natural pace is crucial
• Today, you will pass through an avalanche-risky area. Your guide will lead you well. Follow the instructions and steps of your guide.

Acclimatization

• You will climb up to the height of 3700 meters today. At such a height, one may develop altitude sickness. If you begin to experience any symptoms of altitude sickness on the trail, immediately stop. Sit down and relax your body. Drink water and perform long breathing.
• Do not hesitate to inform your guide,
• If the situation gets better, slowly continue your climb. If it worsens, descend immediately to a lower level,
• All our guides have professional experience and adequate training to handle any emergencies on the trail.

After breakfast, you will head towards Annapurna Base Capp. The trail is rather plain with few climbs. You can see the Annapurna range more vividly throughout the path. Climb from Machhapuchhre Base Camp to Annapurna Base Camp is about an hour-long.

When you reach the Annapurna Base Camp, you will find yourself surrounded by the mystical Annapurna pinnacles such as Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna Fang, and Annapurna III. You will also get the close-up sight of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Singu Chuli, Gangapurna, Khangsar Kang, and Tent Peak. In the late afternoon, you can relax at the foothills of Annapurna massifs and witness the marvelous sunset.

Highlights

• Walk past Machhapuchhre Base Camp
• Stand at the foothills of Annapurna massifs, including  Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna Fang, and Annapurna III
• Enjoy the majestic view of Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, Singu Chuli, Gangapurna, Khangsar Kang, and Tent Peak
• Overnight stay at Annapurna Base Camp
• Approximate time – 1 to 2 hours

After spending a full day at Annapurna Base Camp, you will pack your gears. Leave the base camp area and head downwards to the Annapurna Glacier. The trail goes over this glacier and becomes steep upwards until you reach Singu Chuli Base Camp. This climb can be tiring, so rest now and then to restore your energy. Once you reach Singu Chuli Base Camp, our Sherpa crew will set up the tents for your overnight stay.

Highlights

• Leave Annapurna Base Camp and head towards the Annapurna Glacier
• Cross the glacier and steep climb towards Singu Chuli Base Camp
• Overnight stay at Singu Chuli Base Camp
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours

Continuous trekking on such a high altitude region can develop altitude sickness and other health risks. Today, you will rest at Singu Chuli Base Camp and adapt to the changing atmospheric pressure and conditions. You will take short hikes around the base camp area.

Your guide will take you to some famous viewpoints in the region where you will get the best view of Annapurna giants. You will spend the day acclimatizing and resting to gain your energy for the further climb. You can play games, talk to other troops, or rest in your camp.

Highlights

• Short hikes around Singu Chuli Base Camp
• Closer view of Annapurna I, Annapurna III, Annapurna South, and other surrounding peaks
• Rest and acclimatize for the day
• Overnight stay at Singu Chuli Base Camp.

Special Information

If you face any sort of difficulty in breathing or experience symptoms of altitude sickness, immediately notify your guide. Your guide will carry some medications to help relieve the symptoms. Do not consume alcoholic drinks as it increases the risks. Consume plenty of hot water, stay warm, and, most importantly, stay close to the group.

After full day acclimatization and rest at Singu Chuli Base Camp, you will get back on the trail after having breakfast. Today, you will make your way up to High Camp. It will be an uphill ascend, so this day will be tiring for you. Take short breaks now and then to restore energy. Keep yourself hydrated, and follow the instructions of your guide.

Highlights

• Uphill climb towards High Camp
• Overnight stay at High Camp

You will leave High Camp and proceed on the trail. The trail here onwards is often covered with snow and is icy. Put your crampons on and keep your balance using your trekking poles. Climb uphill, and soon you will reach Singu Chuli Camp I, where you will camp for the night before heading forward.

Highlights

• Uphill climb on an icy, snow-covered trail
• Overnight stay at Singu Chuli Camp I
• Approximate time – 5 to 6 hours.

Today is the main highlight of your journey. Fully acclimatized and properly geared with climbing equipment, you will start your climb early in between 1 am to 3 am. You will start early to skip the obstacle of strong winds of the Himalayas during the midday. Moreover, starting at this hour will give you enough time to reach the top of the peak and view the sunrise from up there.

This day is going to be tough on you, so be prepared. Follow the guidance of your guide and get ready to pass through several technical sections. Gather your energy, keep your motivation high, and reach the top of Singu Chuli Peak. You will pass the glaciers following the slippery ice trails. Make sure that you have your crampons on to avoid slipping accidents. Using the ropes, ice ax, and other climbing equipment, you will make the challenging climb up to the peak.

Keep moving along the steep trail, and you will soon stand on top of the Singu Chuli Peak. Breathe the cold mountain air at 6501 meters and enjoy your achievement. You will get a fantastic view of Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091m), II (7937m), III (7555m), IV (7525m), Hiunchuli (6,441m), Machhapuchhre (6,993m), Himlung Himal (7126m), Lamjung Himal (6983m), Mt. Manaslu (8156m), Nilgiri Himal (7061m), and many other surrounding peaks of the Annapurna massif.

After making sure that you have caught the best views of the region from all sides, slowly make your way down to the base camp. The trail is tricky, especially when descending, so be careful. You will make multiple stops in between to catch your breath and revive your energy. Singu Chuli Peak Base Camp (4200 meters) is your camping site for tonight.

Highlights

• Summit Singu Chuli Peak (6501m)
• A panoramic view of the Annapurna range including Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Annapurna South and many other peaks from the top of Singu Chuli
• The sight of the glaciers
• The descent down to the Singu Chuli Base Camp (4200m)

Special Information

The view from 6501 meters is amazing. You can see the many peaks from up here while the clouds are soaring beneath you. However, as mesmerizing as this view can be, it is equally risky. Being at such a height for a longer time dramatically induces the symptoms of altitude sickness. The oxygen level is much less, so you shouldn’t spend your time here. Take pictures and enjoy the view from every angle possible and climb down as soon as possible.

You will decide whether to carry on the descent or spend the day at Basecamp. After a difficult and long climb the day before, you might need to rest for the day. Take a day off from trekking and spend your day at the Base Camp. Visit the surrounding area, play games, get to know the locals, and get proper rest.

Highlights

• Acclimate
• Rest for the day
• Enjoy the natural scenery

After a day’s rest, you will now descend the same path you climbed up. You will continue on the same snow-covered path, so you need to put crampons on. The icy trail is risky, especially when you descend. But don’t worry, your guide will lead you down in the safest way possible.

Be careful where you step. Trekking poles can be like an extra limb to maintain your balance. Soon you will reach Annapurna Base Camp. Passing through Annapurna Base Camp, you will head towards Machhapuchhre Base Camp. You will spend the night here with an up-close view of Mount Machhapuchhre.

Highlights

• Descend the slippery trail
• Continuous view of snow-capped mountain peaks
• Pass Annapurna Base Camp to reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp
• Overnight stay at Machhapuchhre Base Camp

Special Information

• Carefully place your steps when descending the slippery trail
• Put your crampons on and use the trekking poles to maintain grip and balance on the trail
• Take frequent breaks during descent.

After a day’s rest, you will now descend the same path you climbed up. You will continue on the same snow-covered path, so you need to put crampons on. The icy trail is risky, especially when you descend. But don’t worry, your guide will lead you down in the safest way possible.

Be careful where you step. Trekking poles can be like an extra limb to maintain your balance. Soon you will reach Annapurna Base Camp. Passing through Annapurna Base Camp, you will head towards Machhapuchhre Base Camp. You will spend the night here with an up-close view of Mount Machhapuchhre.

Highlights

• Descend the slippery trail
• Continuous view of snow-capped mountain peaks
• Pass Annapurna Base Camp to reach Machhapuchhre Base Camp
• Overnight stay at Machhapuchhre Base Camp

Special Information

• Carefully place your steps when descending the slippery trail
• Put your crampons on and use the trekking poles to maintain grip and balance on the trail
• Take frequent breaks during descent.

Today, you will make your way up to Jhinu Danda. Continue down the same trail to reach Upper Sinuwa. From here, the trail is steep downwards with rocky descents up to Lower Sinuwa. Cross the stream over a wooden bridge. The path is steep upwards with stone-paved stairs from here onwards. Take frequent breaks in between to gain your breath and strength.

You will cross Chomrong in around an hour. From here, you will now follow the path downwards towards Jhinu Danda. After reaching Jhinu Danda, you can enjoy a hot spring bath here. It will relieve sore muscles from the tiring journey. Spend the night at Jhinu Danda.

Highlights

• Descend to Lower Sinuwa on a rocky trail
• Cross stream on a wooden bridge
• Climb up to Chomrong and reach Jhinu Danda
• Enjoy hot spring bath at Jhinu Danda
• Overnight stay at Jhinu Danda

You’ll begin the day with an early morning breakfast with the staggering view of the mountains. After that, you will pack your bags and hit the trail towards Nayapul. Most of the path on this day gradually goes down and is relatively comfortable to walk on.

As you begin the trek from Ghandruk, you’ll initially descend along the stone-paved staircase towards Kimche. Then, you’ll walk past several small villages and picturesque landscapes alongside Modi Khola River towards Birethanti. Upon reaching Birethanti, you’ll cross a large steel bridge over Modi Khola River and head towards Nayapul. Here, you’ll catch a private vehicle arranged by Nepal Social Treks and drive back to Pokhara.

After a 2-hours drive from Nayapul, you’ll reach Pokhara for the overnight stay. Upon reaching Pokhara, you’ll be around a colorful marketplace, fancy restaurants, mountain views, and chilled vibes. Here, you’ll see a distant view of the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre Himal. In the evening, you’ll navigate the Lakeside’s ambient atmosphere and relax at the shore of Phewa Lake.

Highlights

• Early morning breakfast with the view of the majestic mountains
• Walk past the beautiful village of Ghandruk
• Traverse through several settlements and enjoy the scenic landscapes
• Evening walk around the Lakeside, Pokhara
• Relax at the shore of Phewa Lake
• Overnight stay at Pokhara
• Approximate time – 3 to 4 hours trek, 2 hours drive

Early in the morning, you will have breakfast and take a bus/jeep ride back to Kathmandu via Prithvi Highway. You will enjoy the same scenery along the transverse highway as before. We can book the flight back to Kathmandu from Pokhara if you like. It will cost you an additional USD 120 per person.

After reaching Kathmandu, you can roam around the town. Visit the museums, historical places, Durbar Squares, or hang around the famous tourist hub of Thamel. You can buy souvenirs from this place to take back home.

Highlights

• Drive back to Kathmandu
• Roam around the famous tourist spots
• Do some shopping from Thamel

Special Information

Instead of driving, you can also take a flight back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. It will cost you an extra USD 120 per person. However, if you wish to do so, you need to inform us before starting the climb on the first day.

Make sure that you have packed all of your belongings during the check out from the hotel. Our representative from Nepal Social Treks will drive you to the Tribhuvan International Airport on a tourist bus. From here, you will board the plane back to your home country.

Highlights

• Farewell souvenirs
• Drive to Tribhuvan International Airport
• See off by our representative.
• Drive to the airport via tourist vehicle.