Peak Climbing in Nepal

Peak Climbing in Nepal >> Chuluwest Peak Climbing

Chuluwest Peak Climbing CHULU WEST (6,419M/21,054FT) Besishar-Thorung La-Muktinath-Jomsom. flight out from Jomsom Pokhara/Kathmandu. These peaks are part of the Manang Himal, which are quite rightly included in the larger Damodar Himal, the eastern limit of which runs south from Chako and Peak 6687 in a north-to-south direction along the Hunlung Khola, Nar Khola and Phu Khola. To the south it is bounded by the Marsyangdi Khola and the Mesokanta La. There exists considerable confusion with regard to the name and location of the Chulu peaks and what summit actually constitutes Chulu West and Chulu East, since it is soon becomes apparent to anyone that has climbed in the range that several other summits close by, which are actually part of the Chulu massif, are not indicated on present maps of the area. For the sake of clarification, four summits can be included in the Chulu group, two of which are possible on the permit for Chulu West and two on the Chulu East permit. What is apparent is that the available trekking map is highly misleading.

The highest of these peaks, marked Chulu West (6419m/21,054ft) on the trekking maps, has a recorded altitude from at least two expeditions of nearer 6400m (20,997ft); this might more accurately be called Chulu Central. As a result many climbing parties have mistakenly climbed one of these peaks thinking it to be Chulu East or West. It usually understood that with the permit to climb the East or West peak an attempt can be made to the nearby peak as well.

A climb of one or both of these peaks combined with Nepal's most famous Arround the Annapurna trek make up for one of the most spectacular Himalayan trekking and climbing outings. Chulu West:

The obvious approach to this peak diverges from the main trail to the Thorung La pass past the village of Manang and Base Camp is established in a small valley to the North. From base camp the route follows a subsidery North-West ridge that leads up to the main peak. An attempt to the peak and return has be done in a single day as setting camp up on the slope above base camp is not easy. An attempt of Chulu Central peak (6,429m/21,060ft) just east of Chulu West.

Trip Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu and transfer hotel 1350m.
Day 02: Kathmandu culture tour am. At leisure pm.
Day 03: Flight to Pokhara. Commence trek. Trek to Dhampus (1,650m)
Day 04: Trek to Landruk (1,565m)
Day 05: Descend to Newbridge (1,340m) and then climb to Chromrong (2,170m)
Day 06: Trek to Doban (2,506m)
Day 07: Ascend to Machapuchare Base Camp (3,700m)
Day 08: Ascend from MBC to ABC (4,130m). Afternoon exploring the Sanctuary
Day 09: Descend to Himalaya Lodge (2,920m)
Day 10: Descend to Chromrong (2,170m)
Day 11: Climb through forest to Bantanti (2,520m).
Day 12: Ascend to Ghorepani (2,750m).
Day 13: Sunrise view from Poon Hill (3,190m). Descend 3000 stone steps to Ulleri
Day 14: Walk to road head and drive back to Pokhara. Check into hotel.
Day 15: Fly to Kathamndu
Day 16: Fly Home

Camping Trek Includes

4 nights hotel in Kathmandu with 3 star bed and breakfast
Permit fee of Chulu West 6519m. Peak
Equipment: Trekking tents, Dining tent, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent, Table and chairs, Mattresses during the trekking and Peak climbing period
Food: Food for trekking and Peak climbing( Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Staff: 1 Base Camp Guide, 1 Cook, 1 Kitchen, 1 climbing guide and necessary porters
Local transportation Airport-Hotel-Airport
Kathmandu-Besisahar and Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus
Park fees of Annapurna region
Trekking crews insurance
Trekking allowance, food allowance for trekking crews
Farewell dinner
Our service charge

Lodge Trek (Tea House) Includes

4 nights hotel in Kathmandu with 3 star bed and breakfast
Permit fee of Chulu West Peak
Meal: All meal during the trek best available hotel/lodges or tea house
One experience trekking guide/Climbing Guide and necessary porters
Park fees for Annapurna region
Kathmandu-Besisahar and Pokhara-Kathmandu by tourist bus
Insurance for Guide and Porters
All accommodation during the trek best available hotel/guesthouses
Airport -Hotel-Airport transfer
Farewell dinner
Our service charge

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