Chulu West Peak Climbing

Duration: 2 Nights 3 Days

Chulu West Peak Climbing is a mountaineering venture to one of the most popular peaks in the Annapurna region. Chulu West Peak (6419m), also a part of the renowned Chulu ranges, is located north to the majestic Manang Village. The journey to its summit is not solely arduous climbs but grants bountiful interaction with the local culture as well. The Chulu West Peak Climbing traverses the Annapurna Conservation Area and Tibetan settlements to conclude with the breath-taking panorama of the Annapurna Himalayan ranges.

 

The journey commences ass you land at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. You follow with a sightseeing tour around the UNESCO world heritage sites and preparation for the peak climbing. A long drive on the Prithvi Highway takes you to the trailhead of the journey at Syange. A short trek to Jagat continues with another one to Dharapani. You slowly make way into Tibetan settlements which begin from Chame. Heading to Upper Pisang, the trek takes you deep into the Annapurna Conservation Area. Later, you tread through numerous ancient monasteries, prayer wheels, and Mani walls to reach Manang Village. From Manang, the trek heads to the Tilicho Base Camp where a day worth of exploration of Tilicho Lake awaits. Retracing your steps, you reach Khangsar Village and head north to Yak Kharka. You will then ascend to reach the Chulu West Base Camp. Continuing with a climb to the High Camp, the scaling of the Chulu West Peak (6,419m) guarantees enticing adventure. The panorama of the Himalayas in Annapurna, Nilgiri, Muktinath, and Thorung ranges greet you upon reaching the summit. Descending to Thorung Phedi, you cross the Thorung Pass (5,416m) on the next day. As you descend to one of the biggest pilgrimage sites for Hindus and Buddhists- Muktinath, you get ready for a trek to Jomsom. From Jomsom, a short flight will take you to Pokhara and conclude with a drive back too Kathmandu.

 

Be the part of this adventurous and thrilling trip with Manikang. For adventurous trips like Chulu West Peak Climbing, you will require expert and experienced companions. We have been providing such services for years now. We assure you that, with us, this will be one of the most memorable time of our life.

 

Outline Itinerary

  • Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu.
  • Day 2Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m).
  • Day 3Drive Kathmandu to Syange/ Trek to Jagat 8-10 hrs.
  • Day 4Trek Jagat to Dharapani 5-6 hrs.
  • Day 5Dharapani to Chame 5-6 hrs.
  • Day 6Chame- Pisang 5-6 hrs.
  • Day 7Pisang - Manang Village 5-6 hrs.
  • Day 8Rest day at Manang.
  • Day 9Manang - Tilicho Base Camp 6-7 hrs trek.
  • Day 10Visit Tilicho Lake – Tilicho Base Camp: 6-7 hrs trek.
  • Day 11Tilicho Base camp – Yak Kharka 5-6 hrs trek.
  • Day 12Yak Kharka – Chulu West Base Camp 4-5 hrs trek.
  • Day 13Chulu West Base camp – Chulu West High camp 4-5 hrs.
  • Day 14Chulu West High Camp – summit – Base Camp: 9-10 hrs.
  • Day 15Chulu West Base camp – Thorung Phedi 6-7 hrs.
  • Day 16Thorung Phedi – Thorung La - Muktinath 9-10 hrs.
  • Day 17Drive Muktinath- Jomsom 5-6 hrs.
  • Day 18Fly to Pokhara 25 Mins.
  • Day 19Drive to Kathmandu 6-7 hrs.
  • Day 20Departure.
Day to Day detail itinerary

What’s Included

  •  Airport - Hotel - Airport transfer
  •  Accommodation in Kathmandu under the B/B plan as per itinerary
  •  Best available accommodation during the trek
  •  Three Board Meal during the trek
  •  Entrance fees for sightseeing
  •  One experienced guide and the necessary number of porters Salary, insurance, Transportations, food and accommodation of guide and porters
  •  TIMS Fee
  •  Conservation Area Entry Fee
  •  All government and local taxes
  •  International Airfare
  •  Nepal Visa Fee
  •  Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  •  Travel insurance
  •  Domestic flights
  •  Personal Expenses
  •  Tips
  •  Other expenses not mentioned in the Cost Include section