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Chulu West Peak Climb (6,419M/21,060FT)

  • Trip Code Icon Trip Code: CHUW
  • Calendar Icon Trip Duration: 16 Days
  • Destination Icon Destination: Nepal
  • Group Size Icon Group Size: 1 - 15
  • Season Icon Season: Spring/Autumn
  • Max Altitude Icon Max Altitude: 6,419M/21,060ft
  • Trip Start/End Icon Trip Starts/Ends: Kathmandu/Kathmandu
  • Transportation Icon Transportation: Jeep/Trek/Climbing
  • Accommodation Icon Accommodation: Hotel & Guest houses/Tented camp
  • Trip Grade Icon Trip Grade: moderate climbing

OVERVIEW

Chulu west peak with an elevation of 6,419m/21,059ft is part of Manang Himal. This peak is highly stated as the best one among climbing lovers. Among the dozens of Himalayan peaks, there are three Chulu called Chulu West, Chulu East, and between Chulu Center. Some confusion exists regarding the location and name of either Chulu west or  Chulu East even though both peaks have a separate climbing route. Most of the trekking days to reach Base camp are the same as Round Annapurna trail. It can be done during the Annapurna circuit Trekking who are interested to achieve climbing adventure. Indeed, Chulu west climbing does not require very professional technical knowledge. There are no real technical difficulties to reaching the top of the peak however progress might be smooth depending on snow conditions on the way. As soon as crossing the base camp some loose rocks require to fix climbing ropes. Chulu West first successfully concurred by a Japanese Expedition team in 1952.

Snowpal Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd glad to offer you with very reasonable price and those who want to save your pocket money are requested to join with our others group on sharing basis.  We provide experienced expert climbing guide and we are dedicated to make your dream successful taking you on top of Chulu West under the proper guidance and at a cheap price. Those who are eager to achieve an experience of over 6000m peak climbing are warm welcome to contact us directly by calling us or via e-mail. We would be appreciated if you fill up the inquiry form listed on the side.

ITINENARY

Itinerary of Chulu West Peak Climb (6,419M/21,060FT)

Our Company representative will be standing in front of arrival gate to meets you at Tribhuban International Airport, Kathmandu holding a board of our company SNOWPAL TREK AND EXPEDITION Pvt. Ltd. along with your Name and transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in Hotel on BB Basis

After Breakfast first we check all the trekking equipment and if missing some of trekking gear, we can buy during the sightseeing. Full day sightseeing proceeds to the prominent UNESCO world heritage site to SyambhunathStupa the Buddhist sanctuary said to be nearly 2000 years old. The hill itself is pleasant place overlooking the entire valley of Kathmandu. The all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha painted in prominent blue atop the dome are visible from long distance from around the Kathmandu city. Then proceed to patan durbar squar also call Lalitpur the city full of fine arts. It covers the dozens of temples like Krishna Mandir, Kumbeswor temple, Golden temle. Next site proceed to Pashupatinath Temple the holiest Hindu Temple situated on the bank of sacred holy river Bagmati. Sightseeing continues to the BoudhanathStupa the biggest Stupa around inhabited by Tibetan Refugee since 1959AD. The day ends at Kathmandu Durbar Squar where can visti the Living GoddesKumari who appear on the balcony of her temple to greet her devotees, Kastamandap temple (Though now it is under reconstruction process after collapsed in earthquake in 25 April 2014), the temple made out of single tree and named Kathmandu as it was known as Kantipur in earlier times. Kathmandu Durbar Squar cover dozen of temple concluding Kumari temple, Hanuman Dhoka, Maizudewal, Taleju temple, Nautale Durbar, KaalBhairav, freak street and many more.

Overnight in a Boutique Hotel on BB Basis

Drive 200km west to the trekking starting point. The road passes uptoDumer is the same way to PokharaFromDumre turn to north road into the MarsyangdiNadi Valley to BeshiShahar. Then continue to toSyange and on to the Jagat then Chamje to Bagarchhap. The road follows the Marsyangdiriver having traveled upstream, we observe many changes in the people, architecture and vegetation. Houses are now built of rocks, the vegetation is less tropical and the culture more Tibetan-like. Overnight in Bagarchhap.

Leaving Chame, the gorge becomes more impressive. We cross into the district of Manang and see more Bhotia people. These are primarily agro- pastoralists and the real trans- Himalayan traders of the region. The route climbs gradually to the town of Bagarchap. The houses here have flat roofs, indicating that there is less rainfall here than the south. There is a temple here worth visiting, and views of the Annapurnas and the LamjungHimal.

 

Overnight in a Guest house at Bagarchap (2,103m/6,899ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leaving Bagarchap, We pass a few small settlements along the route and Chame. Chame is a government town and district centre for Manang. The valley becomes narrow and picturesque. The vegetation is temperate, broad – leaved forest. There are interesting religious buildings and hot springs. We continue in an unrelenting narrow valley of pine, hemlock and cypress forest. The trail through a serene forest leads to Pisang. This arid region is in the rain shadow of the Himalaya. The men here are traders- and may sell or trade almost anything and part – time farmers and the women are full – time farmers.

Overnight in a Guest house at Pisang (3,133m/10,278ft

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

There are 2 routes from here, a low road and a high road, the latter taking longer but affording outstanding views of the Annapurna Himal and few trekkers. Both routes converge in the large and interesting village of Braga, which is the seat of the oldest monastery in the area. The gomba is about 900 years old and belongs to the Karayupa sect of Tibetan Buddhism and contains some unique works of art. Manag is 30 minutes from here.

Overnight in a Hotel in Manang (3,500m/11,482ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is acclimatization day, which is best spent being active and climbing to higher elevations for views but returning to lower altitudes to sleep. Manang itself is in a spectacular location with many attractions. There are lakes, caves, moraine- hills, monasteries or local activities in town.

Overnight in a the in Manang (3,500m/11,482ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Leaving Manang, facilities become scarcer. We cross small tributaries and contour along pleasant meadows with occasional birch groves. There is a chance to see herds of blue sheep.

 

Overnight in a hotel in Latdar (4,176m/13,700ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight in Chulu West Basecamp in tended camp (4,900m/16,076ft))

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight in Chulu West High Camp in a tented camp (5,600m/18,372ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight in Chulu West Basecamp in tended camp (4,900m/16,076ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

sometime because of favorable weather and health conditions will not allow achieving our goal. So this is the day especially considered as contingency so that being able to climb the summit on the targeted day can be compensated.This day will not be considered if no any barriers arise.

Overnight in Chulu West Basecamp in tended camp (4,900m/16,076ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We gain altitude gradually and spend the night at the Throng High Camp, Trekking through Throng Phedi meaning ‘foot of hill’. If you are lucky you may spot a snow leopard near here at dusk!

Overnight in a guest house (Throng High Camp (4,880m/16,010ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The trail now leaves the river valley and climbs steadily over lateral moraine. The pass, marked by a large cairn, is the high point of our trek. It is an exhilarating geographical feature, dividing 2 mighty Himalayan valleys. Far below to the west is the Kaligandaki River. We descend in that direction for the village of Muktinath, located in a poplar grove. It is a sacred shrine and pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhists.

Overnight in a hotel in Muktinath (3,802m/12,473ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

From Muktinath to Jomsom, we see people from Mustang, a restricted area to the north, who come to sell handicrafts to pilgrims. Among their merchandise is the highly- revered mollusk fossil called shaligram. We will pass some ancient caves and see the impressive White Mountain that is the Dhaulagiri. We also transit at the significant town of Kagbeni, which is at a junction of 2 rivers and the north- south and east – west trading routes.

Overnight in a hotel Jomsom (2,713m/8,900ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Jomsom is located on the bank of Kaligandaki river follows from “Tibetan plateau”.  It is very windy area through deepest Kaligandaki George.  Couple of airlines offered regular flights from Pokhara-Jomsom-Pokhara early in the morning because of strong wind in day time. Just 23 flight cross valley of the Mt.Dhaulagiri (8167m) and Mt. Annapurna (8091m). Scenery of the spectacular vista of the Himalaya is the outstanding of this flight.

We can do half day sightseeing in Pokhara. Explore the second largest city of Nepal dominated by the peaks of Annapurna range. Pokhara (931m/3,054ft), is only fifty kilometers from Annapurna (8,091 meters) clearly seen from the valley. The prominent peaks from east to west are Annapurna South (7,219m), VarahaShikhar (7,647m.) Annapurna I (8,091m.), Khangsar Kang (7,485 m), Tarke Kang (7, 193m) Gangapurna (7,455), Annapurna III (7,555m ), Machhapuchhre (6,997m), Annapurna IV (7,525m), Annapurna II(7,937m) and LamjungHimal (6,983m). In addition to these Dhaulagiri I can be seen to the north- west and Manaslu and Himalchuli to the north –east.

Main Sightseeing spot and focused program,

Drive to world peace pogada and on the way back travel to David’s fall and see the Hindu shrine at GupteshowMahadiv Cave. Go to SetiGandaki Gorge, and in the evening boating in the Phewa Lake than visit to a temple dedicated to Varahi temple on a small island, where devotees go for their worship. Explore the Mountain Museum, local tribals museum. Get the spectacular views of the Himalaya. 14:30 fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu

It take a 30-minute flight to return back to Kathmandu. Different air company operating several flights to Kathmandu daily. Passenger May carry 25kg as normal luggage and a carry-on bag of 5kg hand carry. A small bag or laptop bag is considered a hand carry bag but should not exceed 5kg. Excess baggage will be charged at the rate of Rs 75 per kg. All Passengers are required to present their passport (for foreigners) and citizenship or driving license (for Nepali citizens) at the check-in counter. Most planes have a seating capacity of 29/30 person and are equipped with toilet facilities. Passengers are required to arrive at the airport at least an hour before of departure time.

Overnight in a boutique hotel in KTM (1,400m/4,593ft)

Meal: Breakfast, Farwell Dinner in a Nepali cuisine Restaurant with culture dance of Nepali ethnic groups.

On your flight time transfer from hotel to international airport to board onward journey flight. Or combine with other trip like white water rafting or safari tour at Chitwan Park. The cost would be extra for rafting and safari.

Route Map 1

Cost Includes

  • Arrival from Intl's airport with warm welcome
  • Departure to Intl. airport.
  • Kathmandu to Pisang WD drives jeep.
  • Kathmandu sightseeing by private vehicle.
  • Jomsom to Pokhara flight tickets (for Guests and Guide).
  • Pokhara airport to transfer.hotel and hotel to airport
  • Half day sightseeing Pokhara sightseeing.
  • Kathmandu domestic airport to hotel pick up.
  • 3 nights (2 nights before and 1 nights after the trip) in a boutique hotel in Kathmandu
  • Accommodation in teahouses during the trekking.
  • Accommodation in tented camp while climbing the Chulu west.
  • Accommodation for all involved Nepalese Staff during the trekking and climbing.
  • Day use hotel in Pokhara.
  • Chulu west peak climbing permit from Nepal Mountaineering Association.
  • ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) entry permt.
  • TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) Permit.
  • Climbing Clinic course at the base camp.
  • Fare well dinner with culture dances of different ethnic group of Nepal.
  • All meal (3 meals a day, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) during the trekking and climbing.
  • Coffee,tea, hot chocolate, Properly boiled drinking water, while on the trek and climbing period.
  • Climbing high altitude food.
  • Gov. License holder Experienced climbing Sherpa to Summit the Chulu West.
  • Climbing Sherpa allowances and salary.
  • Climbing and Trekking staff: Climbing Sherpa, cook, kitchen helper, Necessary porters (A porter carry 25 to 30 Kg), and their food, salary, accommodations.
  • Insurance of all Nepalese staff including porters (Death, medical and accidental Heli rescue).
  • Group combine climbing gear/equipment like climbing fixing rope, main rope, snow bar, Ice crew, rock pitons.
  • Camping equipment: 2 person member tent, dining tent, kitchen tent, staff and porter tent, toilet tent, Mattresses.
  • Camping Equipment Utensils: EPI Gas, Gas Stove or fuel Stove for cooking, Fuel/Kerosene oil, Cooking pots,
  • 1 bottle oxygen for rescue in an emergency with mask regulator.
  • A mobile set with local SIM card and charger (Required to refund after the trip).
  • Walkie-talkie set to communicate to base camp while climbing period.
  • Garbage deposit USD 500 per permit/per group refundable as per the provisions made by NMA. (Nepal Mountaineering Association).
  • All necessary paper works, office service charge and government taxes levied in Nepal.
  • Special gifts of Snowpal Trek and Expedition Pvt. Ltd.

Cost Excludes

  • International Flight Tickets.
  • Nepal entry visa fee.
  • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu (also in case of early return form trekking/expedition then the schedule itinerary).
  • Extra night in Kathmandu (In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking/expedition (due to any reason) then the scheduled itinerary.
  • Bar bill and any bottled drinks such as alcohol, mineral water.
  • Sightseeing entry fee in Kathmandu.
  • Laundry expenses, hot shower, Internet, landlines phone, battery charger.
  • Personal clothing, Packing items or bags.
  • Personal trekking and climbing gear (Climbing boots, Crampons, Ice Axe/Ice hammer, Harness, Jammers, Karabiners, Finger eight/ATC guide, Tap sling etc (Can hire/buy in Kathmandu)
  • Any extra service, products offers or activities which are not mentioned in the Itinerary.
  • Any additional staff other than specified.
  • Helicopter for rescue (required to make insurance). If needed we are 24 hour ready to rescue and rescued amount will be claimed from your insurance.
  • Staff tips after the successful summit.
  • Any Services/items not mentioned in cost includes.
  • Trip Code: CHUW
  • Trip Duration: 16 Days
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Group Size: 1 - 15
  • Season: Spring/Autumn
  • Max Altitude: 6,419M/21,060ft
  • Trip Starts/Ends: Kathmandu/Kathmandu
  • Transportation: Jeep/Trek/Climbing
  • Accomodation: Hotel & Guest houses/Tented camp
  • Trip Grade: moderate climbing

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