Annapurna and Chulu West Peak

Annapurna and Chulu West Peak

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Annapurna and Chulu West Peak

Chulu West is located north of Manang and the Annapurna range. It is a prominent peak in the Manang Himal range, rising majestically from the semi-arid flatlands of the Manang valley. Technically harder than the other climbs described here, it is also a longer climb, and usually two high camps need to be established.

After preparations in Kathmandu, we travel by private vehicle to Besisahar to commence trekking anti-clockwise on the Annapurna Circuit.

We follow the main trail to Manang, walking first through the lush lowlands of the Marsyangdi River and noticing the landscape change as we curve behind the Annapurna range and enter its rainshadow.

A little further on at Letdar (4200m), we  branch away from the main track and and  head towards the Chulu Himal. Chulu West  Base Camp (4700m) is in a narrow valley  about 3 hours from Letdar, up a steep  grassy slope and scree. Here we will spend  some time resting, acclimatizing, and  becoming familiar with the climbing  techniques and equipment we will need to  be successful on ascent.

It is a long climb, and we allow ourselves several days for our assault on the summit.

The first high camp on the mountain is established at 5300m, and a second at 5650m. Summit day demands a special effort, but our prize is a magnificent view of the entire Annapurna range, Manaslu (8163m), and the wild landscape of Tibet.

On descent, we return to the Circuit track at Letdar and then continue over the Thorung La (5416m) to reach Jomsom.

We take a flight from here, back to Pokhara for a night to celebrate our achievement, and finally return to Kathmandu.


Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu (1360m) transfer to hotel

Day 02: Kathmandu, half day sightseeing tour

Day 03: Bhulbule (840m)

Day 04: Syanje (2236m)

Day 05: Tal (2700m)

Day 06: Bagarchap (2164m)

Day 07: Chame (2685m)

Day 08: Pisang (3475m)

Day 09: Manang (3535m)

Day 10: Manang, rest and acclimatization

Day 11: Ledar (4200m)

Day 12: Chulu West Base Camp (4700m)

Day 13: Chulu West Base Camp, rest & acclimatization

Day 14: Chulu Wast Base Camp, climbing lessons & preparation

Day 15: Chulu West Base Camp to camp one (5300m)

Day 16 – 17: Chulu West (6250m) Summit attempt

Day 18: Chulu West Base Camp

Day 19: Thorong Phedi (4400m)

Day 20: Muktinath (3800m)

Day 21: Jomsom (2713m)

Day 22: Pokhara (850m)

Day 23: Fly back to Kathmandu

Day 24: Departure (Trek ends after breakfast)

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  •  Airport transfers
  •  half day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
  •  Domestic flight from Jomsom – Pokhara – Kathmandu & domestic departure taxes
  •  All other transport
  •  Services of experienced leaders, trekking guides, porters & cooking crew
  •  All accommodation (twin share, 4 nights hotels, 19 nights trekking lodges or 2-person tents with sleeping mat provided)
  •  All meals on trek (23 breakfasts, 19 lunches, 19 dinners)
  •  Trek pack (sleeping bag, sleeping sheet, kit bag, down jacket, climbing equipment except plastic boots)
  •  National Park Fees and Climbing Permit
  •  Specialized Medical Kit including medical oxygen and Portable Altitude Chamber
  •  Insurance for all Local Staff

excludes

  •  Visa
  •  Insurance (compulsory on all trips – ensure you are adequately covered for mountaineering activities and emergency evacuation by helicopter)
  •  Meals other than breakfast in Kathmandu & Pokhara
  • Spending of a personal nature such as laundry, snacks,  fizzy drinks, alcohol and souvenirs.
  •  Plastic boots (available for hire in Kathmandu)
  •  Crew tips – please allow $US 5 per trekking day
  •  International flights & departure taxes
  •  Personal Climbing Gear

2023:-

  • Oct. 8

2024:-

  • Mar. 17
  • Oct. 6

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    Trip Facts

    Trip Duration: 24 Days

    Trip Grading: Moderate

    Max Altitude: 6419m / 21,182ft

    Trip Code: MTCHW

    Trip Mode: Peak Climbing

    Is this trek for you?

    This climb is most suitable for those with previous experience trekking to high altitude, or having succeeded on other trekking peaks such as Mera or Imja Tse. It is also an ideal peak on which to develop expeditionary style experience.


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