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Chhulu West (6,420m)-21days |
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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. To the
west its limit is the Kali Gandaki and to the
north the Parchekya La (5,447m/17870ft). |
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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. The NMA gives this an
official altitude of 6,429m (21,060ft).
Many climbers are confused as to the exact location of these two
peaks as the range has 4 or more summits in the immediate
vicinity which are unmarked in maps of this area. 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. Allow about
25 to 30 days to complete this climb and trek.
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. |
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Itinerary In Detail |
Days 1
Kathmandu - Bensishar (823m) |
Days 2
Bensishar - Bahundanda (1310m) |
Days 3 Bahundanda
- Change (2657m |
Days 4
Change - Thonje (1920m) |
Days 5
Thonje - Chame (2651m) |
Days 6 Chame
- Pissang (3333m) |
Days 7
Pissang - Manang (3351m) |
Days 8 Rest
and Acclimatize |
Days 9
Ledder |
Days 10
Ledder - Chulu West Base Camp (5000m). |
Days 11-12
Climbing period |
Days 13
Reserve day |
Days 14
Chulu West B.C. – Thorong Phedi |
Days 15
Thorong Phedi - Muktinath |
Days 16
Muktinath - Kagbeni |
Days 17
Kagbeni - Jomsom |
Days 18
Jomsom – Fly out to Pokhara |
Days 19
Drive back to Kathamndu. |
Days 20
Reserve day |
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The Cost Includes :
Full camping trek arrangement ( guide, cook, kitchen boy,
porters, all meals, cooking and camping equipment ).
Peak permit fee.
Climbing guide and his equipment allowance
High altitude tent, ropes, snow bars, gas (high fuel) & high
food.
Staff insurance.
National Park or Conservation area entrance fee.
Airport arrival and departure
Air transfer as per the schedule
All land transfers as per the schedule.
The cost does not include the expenses of
personal nature, personal climbing gear, rescue by helicopter
and accident insurance. |
We can customize
this trek according to your travel needs. |
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