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Chulu West 6419m::
Destination : Chulu West (6420m.)
Minimum altitude : 827m.
Maximum altitude : 6358m. of 6420m.
Season : Spring & Autumn
Duration : 24 Days

Overwiew:

There is ontroversy regarding the name and location of the Chulu peaks. There are several peaks forming part of Chulu massif but these are not always indicated on maps. It is therefore sometimes difficult to differentiate between the two trekking Chulus (East and West) as the group comprises of four peaks, two to the east and two to the west. To add further confusion, Chulu West may also be called Chulu Central. Chulu West lies to the north of Annapurna above the Manang Valley and is the highest of the peaks. It was first climbed in 1952 by a Japanese Expedition. The Base Camp for the climb is situated in a small valley north of Manang, off the main trail to the Thorang La. At Chauri Lather we take a narrow, steep trail up to a Base Camp at 4800m. From there we climb steep, rocky ground to a high camp at about 5300m. There is no technical difficulty involved in reaching the summit, but progress can be slow as the slopes are vulnerable to avalanches in certain conditions.

Ascent of Chulu West and Chulu Central are best made from a base camp in a small valley north of Manang situated off the main trail to Thorong La pass 5416m. Indeed some of the best views of this peak can be had from that pass.

Climb the rock band with some difficulty to the north-west shoulder of Chulu west 5450 meters/17,880 feets, where another camp can be established or alter-native a camp can be placed on a snow plateau above 5,530 meters/18,143 feets. On the first ascent and several subsequent ascents rope was fixed on the rock band. From the plateau continue up the progressively narrowing ridge to the summit 6,250 meters /20,505 feets. Descend by the some route.

North-West Ridge: Go beyond the hut following the yak pastures and walk up a ridge which leads into a hidden valley where it is possible to find a good site for base camp. From this camp , ascend steep scree slopes to a col 4,900/16,076 feet), on a subsidiary ridge that leads down from the main ridge. To the north of the col ascend snow slope for 200 meters to the base of a band of rock at an altitude of 5,100 meters and the site for a possible high camp.

Itinerary 1

Day 01: Upon arrival to Kathmandu airport, transfer to hotel, rest of time free leisure. overnight Hotel.

Day 02: Prepared permit for Chulu West & briefing

Day 03: Kathmandu. Drive to besi Sahar 823m.

Day 04: Besi Sahar - Nyagdi

Day 05:Nyagdi -Jagat

Day 06:Jagat -Dharapani

Day 07: Dharapani -Chame 2713m.

Day 08: Chame -Pisang Village 3185m.

Day 09: Pisang – Manang 3350m.

Day 10: Manang - rest for acclimatize

11: Manang – Chulu west Base Camp 4000m.

Day 12: Chulu west high camp 5000m. Aprox.

Day 13: High camp - Summit 6419m. and back BC

Day 14: Base Camp – Thorong Base camp {Phedi} 4500m. Aprox.

Day 15: Base Camp - Thorong Pass 5416m. - Muktinath

Day 16: Muktinath - Jomsom 2800m.

Day 17: Jomsom – Kalopani 2530m.

Day 18: Kalopani – Tatopani 1189m.

Day 19: Tatopani – Ghorepani 2850m.

Day 20: Ghorepani – Tirkhedunga 1190m.

Day 21: Tirkhedunga – Birethati, Nayapul & drive to Pokhara 900m.

Day 22: Drive to Kathmandu

Day 23: Kathmandu, farewell dinner overnight at Hotel.

Day 24: Final departure, Transfer to airport flight onward.

Itinerary 2

Day 01: Upon arrival to Kathmandu airport, transfer to hotel, rest of time free leisure. overnight Hotel.

Day 02: Prepared permit for Chulu West & briefing

Day 03: Kathmandu. Drive to besi Sahar 823m.

Day 04: Besi Sahar - Nyagdi

Day 05:Nyagdi -Jagat

Day 06:Jagat -Dharapani

Day 07: Dharapani -Chame 2713m.

Day 08: Chame -Pisang Village 3185m.

Day 09: Pisang – Manang 3350m.

Day 10: Manang rest for acclimatize

Day 11: Manang – Chulu west Base Camp 4000m.

Day 12: Chulu west high camp 5000m.

Day 13: High camp - Summit and back Base Camp

Day 14: Base Camp – Thorong Base camp {Phedi} 4500m. Approx.

Day 15: Base Camp - Thorong Pass 5416m. - Muktinath 3800m.

Day 16: Muktinath - Jomsom 2800m.

Day 17: Jomsom – Kalopani 2530m.

Day 18: Kalopani – Tatopani 1189m.

Day 19: Tatopani – Ghrepani 2850m.

Day 20: Ghorepani – Tirkhedunga 1190m.

Day 21: Tirkhedunga – Birethati, Nayapul & drive to Pokhara 900m.

Day 22: Drive to Kathmandu

Day 23: Kathmandu, farewell dinner, overnight at Hotel.

Day 24: Final departure, Transfer to airport flight onward.

Incuded on Cost

All Surface Transportation.
Hotel in Kathmandu for 4 nights including breakfast
City tour of Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath, Patan and Kathmandu Durbar Square
Trasportation, tour guide and entrance tickets during city tour
Transportation from Kathmandu to Besi Sahar
Annapurna Conservation area entrance fee
Tea house trekking including food and accommodation in Lodges
Boiled water, tea and coffee
Guide and porters during the trek
Chulu West Peak climbing Permit fee
Food, Tents and Kitchen equipments for climbing
Group climbing equipments such as rope, ice screws, snow pickets, etc..
Additional porters for carrying climbing gears
Climbing Guide, his equipment allowance and salary
Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu
Hotel in Pokhara for 1 night including breakfast
Salary and Insurance for all Nepali staffs

Cost Does Not Includes

Meals in Kathmandu (except welcome and farewell dinner)
Beverages and alcholoholic drinks on trek
Personal climbing equipments
All personal expenses
Personal medical and evacuation insurance
International Airport departure tax (around $25)
All other additional charges for additional services