Chulu West Peak Nepal
DURATION22 Days | ACTIVITYExpedition | MAX ALTITUDE(6419 m) | TRIP GRADEDifficult |
GROUP SIZEMin. 2-12 Pax. | AccommodationTea House / Camping | TRANSPORTJeep | BEST SEASONN/A |
Overview
Want to climb a mountain easily? We are here with the Chulu West Peak Climbing Package. Chulu West Peak is the most popular peak in the Annapurna region for mountaineering, at an altitude of 6420 m (21062.992 ft). If you are a beginner, then Chulu West Peak is the best choice for creating your expedition history. For climbers, it is the next step to attempt the summit and add Himalayan adventure in your bio.
Chulu West Peak (6419 m) is one of the most famous climbing peaks in Nepal, in the mid-western part. Chulu West Peak doesn't present genuine difficulties in its technical climbing skills. You will get training from an experienced Sherpas team for using technical climbing equipment. The training is the backbone of the summit attempt strategy.
Chulu West, a wonderful peak in the Manang Himal, makes the northern border to the north of Manang Village, a well-known stopover in the Annapurna Circuit Trek. Truth be told, what makes Chulu West so famous is its area along the Annapurna Circuit, close to the popular Thorung La Pass. You will simply add four days to the unbelievable Annapurna circuit trek, and return with the experience of the world's renowned trekking trails, glacier crossings with one of Nepal's most noteworthy passes, and the taste of mountaineering.
This trip is a standout among the most wonderful and delightful tops in the entire Himalaya. It is a piece of the greater Damodar Himal scope of Manang in western Nepal, which runs south from Chako Peak (6,687 m) in a north-south course along the Nar, Phu, and Himlung Khola. It is additionally considered the best crest in the Annapurna region. The trekking trail for Chulu West pinnacle climbing is an essential course that gives excellent perspectives on encompassing tops just as rich as the green woods of Nepal.
We have a group discount for more than 6 people; we will give you $2730 per person.
Chulu West Peak Nepal Itinerary
Climbing Chulu west peak itinerary begins with your arrival in Tribhuvan International airport. Our company member will welcomes you and drops you in hotel. In the evening you will meet your guide and get briefing of the trekking and expedition.
After having breakfast, you will do a Kathmandu tour with your guide. An amazing day trip to Shyambunath, Bouddhanath, Pashupatinath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square makes for a good starting in Nepal. After the trip, you will do your trek preparation. Do your last-minute shopping without missing the essentials for your trek and expedition.
We will leave Kathmandu around 7 am for Besisahar. We will cover the Kathmandu-Besisahar distance of 170 km in 6–8 hours and change our vehicle. The scenic landscape, lush green hills, small markets, and villages on the Prithivi highway show the general lifestyle of people on the way to Besishahar. After 4 hours of driving from Besishahar to Jagat, we will reach our tea house for the night. A small village at Jagat altitude of 1300 m (4265 ft.) offers the checkpoint for Manang district. Jagat is a popular resting zone for other popular trekking in Nepal: the Annapurna base camp trek and circuit trek as well.
After enjoying breakfast in Jagat, we will continue the trekking to cover the Jagat-Dharapani distance of 15 km. We will pass the large bridge near Tal village and enter Manang district. The trial offers beautiful landscapes, a pine trial and small villages. We will trek through the terraced farming land covering barley, rice, and potato. Walking on the yards of Koto village, we will reach Dharapani.
After having breakfast in Dharapani, we will start our trek to Chame. The forest route, disastrous sliding of lands on the west side of the route show the fragile land of Manang. The wonderful view of Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and Annapurna IV (7,525 m/24,688 ft) from the trekking route makes our trial brighter. Covering the Dharapani to Chame distance of 15.8 km, we will reach Chame after 6 hours of walking.
After enjoying breakfast in Chame, we will head towards the dense forest with its steep and narrow trails. We will enjoy the view of big rocks, snow covered Annapurna II, and Pisang Peak and reach Pisang for a night's stay.
Today we will head to Manang, the driest land in Nepal, with a different landscape from the rest of the country. To capture the wonderful view of Annapurna, Pisang in front of us, we will choose the upper route through Upper Pisang via Geru. After enjoying the changing landscape and dry hills, we will reach Braga monastery. After visiting this largest monastery in Manang, we will reach Manang for a nigh stay.
To acclimatize our bodies to the changing climatic conditions, we will take rest in Manang village. After having breakfast, we will do a short hike to Gangapurna Lake, Braga village, visit monastery, Himalayan rescue association and return back to Manang village.
We will leave Manang and start our trek through the thin forest rich in alpine vegetation. Following the uphills in a dry landscape with a majestic view of Annapurna III and Gangapurna peaks, we will reach Yak Kharka and follow the uphill gradually to reach the leader. Covering the Manang-Yak Kharka distance of 9.1 km, we will reach leader in 6 hours.
The day to climb Chulu west Peak is a day far from the leader's Chulu West base camp trek. We will continue uphills and downhills on rocky terrain to reach Chulu west base camp. It takes around 6 hours to cover Leather to Chulu West Base Camp distance of 6 km. Base camp accommodation will be in camp.
We will rest in Chulu West Camp and do preparation for the Chulu West Peak expedition. The experienced Sherpa team will give you knowledge of using the technical climbing equipment and safety measures. They will make their way to Camp I. We will do camping in base camp for night stay.
The first day of the expedition at Chulu West Peak takes you to Camp I. You will follow the expert Sherpa team and climb up to Camp I following the instructions of the climbers. You will do camping for a night..
Depending on the weather conditions, you will climb to Chulu West Peak Camp II, following the expert Sherpa team. The rocky and snow covered surface in the camp I to camp II route is less technical, but you should use ropes, crampons, and ice-axe as per need. You will do camping for a night and acclimate in Camp II.
The greatest day of Chulu West Peak Expedition is summit day. You will climb the summit of Chulu West Peak early in the morning. The technical trial to summit and returning to camp takes the whole day. You should be very careful in both ascending and descending trials. Today you will do camping in Camp I for night stay.
From today on, you will return to your lower destination. First, you will come down to Chulu West Base Camp and rest for an hour. After enjoying the panoramic view of snowcapped peaks, we will come back to Leather and stay overnight there.
This is the reserve day for uncertain weather conditions. In case we could not climb due to bad weather, we will wait for good weather. If we get favorable weather conditions, then we will continue the trekking and expedition.
After having breakfast in Leather We will trek to Thorong la high camp pass through yak Kharka and Thorong Phedi. Enjoying the view of mountains, dry land of Manang and uphills and downhills on Leather to Thorong La high camp trekking route, we will reach our destination.
We will start the trek early in the morning and cross Thorong La Pass before strong wind and snow fall. After crossing Thorong La pass, we will descend down to Muktinath, enjoying the surrounding hills, Dhaulagiri peak, and decertified landscape of Mustang.
After having breakfast in Muktinath, we will descend to Jomsom, following an easy trial. After enjoying the view of Kaligandaki, Marpha, and the apple orchard, we will reach Jomsom.
Depending on the flight time, we will go to Jomsom airport for a flight and land in Pokhara within 25 minutes. You will take a rest in Pokhara and have an evening walk to enjoy the nightlife of Pokhara.
Depending on the flight time, we will reach Pokhara airport and fly back to Kathmandu. You will check into the hotel, take a rest, and do some shopping in Kathmandu.
Our company member will drop you off at the airport, depending on your flight time. We will give you a farewell and certificate before you leave the hotel for the airport.
COST INCLUDES
THIS TRIP INCLUDES
Pick up and drop by Private Vehicle
4 nights stay in Kathmandu & 1 night stay in Pokhara with BB Plan
A day sightseeing in Kathmandu with experienced city guide, all entrance fees, and private vehicle
All essential ground transportation by private vehicle – As per mentioned in Itinerary
Jomsom – Pokhara flight
Climbing permit for Chulu West Peak
Tea House + Camping combined accommodation during trek – as per itinerary
All meals during trek & climb– Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Experienced trekking & climbing guide
Required number of porters
All necessary climbing gears
Kitchen equipment and camping equipment during the climbing period
General first aid kits
Insurance, clothing, and salary for staffs
Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu
All government taxes and necessary paperwork
sleeping bag, water bottle & water purification tablet
THIS TRIP EXCLUDES
Personal climbing gears
Your Personal Insurance
Alcoholic Beverages
Cost of personal nature expenses
Tips for staffs
FAQs
Chulu west peak is 6419m/21059.711ft tall standing on the mid-western part of Nepal on Manang district.
The altitude of Chulu east peak is 6584m/21601.05ft high located above the Manang valley.
The best time to climb Chulu West peak is spring and autumn season. Spring season (March, April, and May) and autumn (September, October, and November) is the best season for the Chulu west peak expedition. A favorable climate, clear sky, moderate temperature, and the best weather condition during spring and autumn season makes your expedition successful and easier.
Yes, you can extend or customize Chulu West Peak climbing by doubling the expedition to Chulu Far east. You should contact us for extending mountain climbing to Far East peak of Chulu. You can extend altitude acclimatization for camp II accommodation before climbing the peak. To decrease the Chulu west peak climbing days you can directly fly Chulu west peak base camp but the cost will be high.
Depending on the group size and expedition company, the cost to climb Chulu West Peak varies from 2100$-2400$.The Chulu West peak cost includes transportation to and From Kathmandu, Accommodation from arrival to departure as per itinerary, Food during trekking and expedition, permit charge, Mountaineering equipment, and an Experienced Sherpa team.
Yes, guides are necessary for Chulu West Peak climbing because you should trek from Jagat to Chulu West peak base camp and follow the expedition with Sherpa.
To prepare for Chulu West peak expedition you should do strength training, aerobic exercises, rock climbing training for 2/3 hours a day before 6 months of expedition. Cycling, running, hiking to high altitude with 10-15kg weights are the best training for mountaineering. Gym, making your muscles strong through cross fits, Kettle bell training, and mountaineering courses are better for Chulu west peak climbing.
Chulu west peak climbing is moderate climbing with less technical climbing strategy. You should do proper preparation and beginners can also do Chulu west peak climbing successfully. It is little difficult but requires high level fitness i.e. PD/3 graded expedition in Nepal Himalaya.
After you climb Chulu West Peak you can climb 7000M+ peaks.Recommended peaks after the Chulu West Peak expedition are:-• Himlung Himal (7126m),• Baruntse peak (7129m) and• Tilicho peak (7134m)
Chulu far East peak (6059m) can be combined with the Chulu West expedition.
Yes, insurance is required for the Chulu west peak expedition. In case of emergencies like altitude sickness, you need Heli for evacuation.
Starting from Chulu Base camp it takes around 5 days to climb the mountain. It takes 21 to 22 days to complete entire Chulu west peak expedition.
More Info
Chulu West Peak Climbing is 21 days trekking and expedition in Annapurna region. Starting the trek from famous village Jagat you will do 9 days trekking to reach Chulu west peak base camp. Enjoying the Base camp accommodation on camping you will begin the Chulu west peak expedition. Experienced Sherpa team will be with you for guiding the summit attempt strategy. You will climb Chulu west peak with applying safety measure following the path prepared by climbers. You will spend two days in Chulu west peak base camp and two days in Chulu west Camp I during expedition period. Altitude acclimatization will be done in Manang and Chulu west peak base camp.
After completing the expedition, you will trek to Thorang la pass, Muktinath, and Jomsom, and finally reach Pokhara via flight. You will return Kathmandu in flight from Pokhara. Out of 21 days, you will be in Annapurna region for 17 days. Total trekking days will be 12 days and 4 days for Chulu west camp expedition. There will be extra day as buffer day for unpredictable change in weather. No expedition will be done unless you have the best weather for your safety.
Apply for a Nepal Visa
You can get Nepal visa in your nearby embassy or Tribhuvan International airport Kathmandu. You should take 1 month visa for your 21 days trip to Chulu west peak.
Accommodation
You will have best hotel for night stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara. In Annapurna region trekking area you will get tea houses until reaching Leather. You will do camping for base camp accommodation along with camp I and camp II night stay.
Food We Provide in Package
Chulu west peak climbing package will provide 3 meal per day after beginning of the trek. In breakfast you will get tea/coffee, bread items, omelet items, potato curry jam/butter. In lunch and dinner you will get Nepali thali (dal, rice, curry, pickles and pappad), momo, chowmein, spaghetti, macaroni and other food items depending on the menu.
Transportation
You will reach Kathmandu to Besishahar in one private vehicle. We will change vehicle from Beshisahar to Jagat in another vehicle. Trekking starts from Jagat to Chulu west peak base camp and expedition begins. After reaching Jomsom you will fly back to Pokhara and then to Kathmandu on next day.
Preparation for Climb
You should be well prepared for Chulu west peak climbing even though it is less technical. You can prepare by doing rock climbing, physical exercises including strength training, endurance training and making you ready to climb mountain. Don’t miss any of your clothing, footwear and backpacks required for both trekking and expedition. You should learn to use rope, ice axe, and crampons properly.
Drinking water
You can get both hot water and mineral water in tea houses but you should pay extra charge for water.
Best season for Chulu west peak climbing
April season (March, April, and May) and autumn season (September, October, November) are the best season for Chulu west peak climbing. Pleasant weather, clear sky and moderate temperature during April and Autumn season makes trekking and expedition successful without raincover and snowfall.
General Clothing
- Warm jacket – down jacket,
- Water and windproof jacket (alternatively bring a poncho or umbrella)
- Long sleeved synthetic fleece (windproof material, if possible)
- Thermal underwear.
- Hat, a pair of gloves and a scarf.
- Comfortable hiking trousers. (loose fitting)
- Shorts and trousers, or a skirt.
- 2 pairs of warm wool-blend socks.
- 2 pairs of running socks or liner socks.
- Proper hiking boots.
- Running shoes and flip-flops.
- 2-3 T-shirts.
- Water bottle.
Materials required
- Helmet
- Climbing harness
- Belay/rappel device
- Locking carabiners x2
- Non-Locking Ice Axe
- Crampons
- Climbing carabiners x1
- 6 meters of 16mm tape or 8mm cord
- Pruslik
Insurance
During times of emergencies like acute altitude sickness or a natural calamity, you might have to be immediately deported in a helicopter. The cost of such deportation is covered by health insurance that needs to be purchased before you start the trek.
Options
- Solo trekking with private guide and porter, Expedition with team
- Trekking with the only Guide, Expedition with team.
- Trekking with Guide cum porter, Expedition with team.
- Trekking with Group with guide & Porter, Expedition with team.
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