Chulu East Peak Climbing
- 17 Days
Adult
Description
Duration
17 Days
Group Size
1-20+
Chulu East Peak Climbing Overview
Chulu East Peak Climbing in 2026 is the prominent peak in the Chulu range, within the Annapurna massif, and also part of the larger Damodar Himal. It is one of the most gorgeous and frequently climbed peaks above 6000 m. Located in the upper part of the beautiful Manang Valley, the trek to this stunning peak is combined with the Annapurna Circuit Trek, taking the travelers into rich villages inhabited by Gurungs, Sherpas, Thakalis, Mananges, and Tibetan immigrants. The trek is an exceptional opportunity to explore the local culture and traditions practiced and carried forward from generation to generation.
Included
- To ensure your safety and provide a smooth arrival experience, Asian Adventures offers complimentary airport pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic arrivals and departures.
- Representatives of Asian Adventures will be waiting for you at the airport with an Asian Adventures banner and your name placard for easy identification. The representative will also carry an official company ID card for verification.
- According to the trekking package itinerary, Asian Adventures arranges three nights of accommodation in Kathmandu in your selected hotel category, ranging from tourist-standard to five-star hotels.
- Asian Adventures provides experienced, government-authorized (licensed) high-altitude trekking guides throughout the trekking period.
- Surface transportation required during the trek and in major cities, as specified in the itinerary, is included.
- As per the itinerary, Asian Adventures arranges regular domestic flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu for trekking members and guides.
- During the trek, Asian Adventures provides comfortable accommodation in carefully selected tea houses (excluding chain hotels).
- Most lunches are taken along the trekking route, while breakfast and dinner are served at the tea house where you stay overnight. Asian Adventures provides clean and freshly prepared breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with tea or coffee, from the tea house menu throughout the trek.
- To ensure your comfort and protection from cold weather, we provide clean and warm down jackets and sleeping bags during the trek.
- Asian Adventures allows up to 15 kg of personal trekking equipment per person, carried by porters, yaks, or mules during the trekking period.
- Since Everest Base Camp lies within the Sagarmatha National Park area, Asian Adventures provides all required national park permits.
- The Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) permit is mandatory for trekking in the Everest region. Asian Adventures arranges this permit for all trekkers.
- First-aid medical kits are provided for both trekkers and staff to ensure health and safety during the journey.
- Communication is an important safety factor in remote Himalayan regions. Therefore, Asian Adventures equips trekking guides with satellite phones for emergency situations.
- During your trek, Asian Adventures ensures clean, nutritious, and freshly prepared meals at tea houses.
- The quoted package price includes all official service charges, government fees, taxes, and VAT. There are no hidden costs beyond the stated price.
- Before departing Kathmandu, we invite you to join us for a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant with a cultural performance. This provides a wonderful opportunity to experience Nepali culture and traditions.
- As a souvenir of your Himalayan adventure, Asian Adventures will present you with an Asian Adventures T-shirt, Pashmina, and company brochure before your departure.
Excluded
- Kathmandu offers a wide variety of high-quality restaurants serving Nepali and international cuisine. Therefore, lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except the farewell dinner provided by Asian Adventures) are not included in the package cost and must be arranged by the client.
- Personal expenses such as snacks, packed foods, chocolates, energy bars, mineral water, soft drinks, energy drinks, alcoholic beverages, and cigarettes during the trek are not included. These items can be purchased individually according to personal preference.
- Expenses related to personal trekking equipment, laundry services, gratuities (tips), telephone calls, mobile services, internet usage, walkie-talkies, satellite phone usage, and other personal communication services are not included in the package.
- Trekking in the Himalayas is an adventurous activity conducted in remote mountain regions. For your safety, all participants must obtain comprehensive travel insurance before arriving in Nepal. The insurance policy should cover emergency helicopter evacuation, medical treatment, hospitalization, and other related expenses.
- International airfare to and from Nepal and the Nepal tourist visa fee are not included in the package cost and must be arranged by the traveler.
- Any additional expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, including natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, flight delays or cancellations, and changes in government regulations, are not included in the package cost.
- Costs associated with additional staff or services requested beyond those specified in the package are not included and will be charged separately.
- Any services not specifically listed under the "Package Includes" section will be considered additional services and will incur extra charges.
- Tipping is not included in the package price. Tipping guides, porters, and support staff is a customary practice in Nepal's trekking industry and is greatly appreciated as recognition of their hard work and service. The amount is entirely at the discretion of the client.
Travel Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival at Kathmandu and hotel transfer
As soon as you land at the airport and complete your immigration procedure, you will be greeted by one of our representatives from 8k. Then, you will be escorted to the hotel to rest. In the evening, you may join us at our office or explore Thamel street where you can enjoy delicious cuisine and a vibrant marketplace.
Day 2 - Official Preparations And Trip Briefing
The second day has been allocated for trip preparation and sightseeing. You may go around the World Heritage Sites in the valley while we will prepare for the trip. We will pack all the stuff required for the peak climbing to Chulu East.
Day 3 - Drive To Besisahar (760 M)
We drive to Besisahar via a Private Jeep enjoying the beautiful sceneries throughout the way. The settlements on the hilly side, the roadside hotels, waterfalls, numerous small rivers, and suspension bridges, and the never-ending views of giant snow-capped Mountains at a distance will make your road trip a trip to remember. We stop at Besisahar to rest overnight.
Day 4 - Drive To Chame (2650 M)
The next day we wake up for some scrumptious breakfast that will keep us full until we reach our destination for lunch. We may trek to Chame via trekking route as well but in this customized trip we take our jeep to Chame, the district headquarter of Manang District. Surrounded by green trees of maple, fir, pine, and junipers, enjoying the view of the Lamjung Himal, Annapurna II, and IV, we spend our night in a cozy lodge in Chame and taste some authentic food for dinner.
Day 5 - Trek To Pisang (3300 M)
With the striking views of the gigantic Annapurna Massif in the outskirts, we slowly trek towards Pisang. Following some narrow and steep valley, we will get to witness the sight of Paungda Danda Rock Face that rises 1500m above the river and is a subsidiary of Pisang Peak. As we gain some elevation, we will make sure that we remain careful and safe.
Day 6 - Trek To Yak Kharka (4210 M)
Day 7 - Trek To Chulu East Base Camp (5140 M)
Trekking along the treeless zone on the rocky and rugged paths, viewing the wonderful mountain ranges in the backdrop, we head towards the Chulu East Base Camp. Upon reaching the base camp, we will rest in a tented camp and enjoy a hot and delicious meal prepared by our cooks.
Day 8 - Climbing Preparation At The Base Camp
At the base camp, we will train and practice using the climbing gears. We will conduct a briefing about the nature of the climb and what you need to do to climb safely. After we are fully prepared, we will wait for the next day for the Climbing.
Day 9 - Summit Chulu East Peak (6584 M) And Return To The Base Camp
Climbing Chulu East peak is relatively easier and can be done without setting up any higher camps. So, we start early from the base camp and reach the summit before the afternoon. After the glorious summit, we then return back to the base camp to rest overnight
Day 10 - Trek To Manang ( 3540 M)
On this day, we trek to the remote valley of Manang. Manang is a beautiful hidden valley with rich Buddhist culture. The people here follow a simple rural lifestyle and are kind and heartwarming. We will spend our night in the mesmerizing Manang village.
Day 11 - Trek To Yak Kharka (4210 M)
After Manang, we trek back to Yak Kharka, huge pastureland for Yaks. The grassy meadow is a perfect spot for a wonderful overnight stay.
Day 12 - Trek To Thorong Phedi (4540 M)
From Yak Kharka, we head towards the Thorong Phedi, Base of Thorong La Pass. Crossing the Thorong La Pass is challenging so we rest overnight at Thorong Phed and cross the pass the next day.
Day 13 - Trek To Muktinath Via Thorong La Pass (5416 M)
This is the day when we get to one of the highest points of the trek. We start our trek early in the morning before sunrise to avoid the wind. From Thorong La High Camp, we ascend slowly and steadily until we cross the Thorong La Pass, the world’s highest pass which is also the most widely used. After crossing Thorong La, we gradually descend towards Muktinath in the Mustang District. The elevation decreases sharply as we descend about 1600 meters. In Muktinath, we visit the temple, sacred to both the Hindus and Buddhist followers. The natural spring water flows from 108 taps in the outer courtyard of Muktinath where people bathe even during freezing cold temperatures.
Day 14 - Trek To Jomsom
The morning at Muktinath is spiritual and awakening. After breakfast, we head downwards to Jharkot village where we have the opportunity to visit the Shakyamuni monastery. Then, following the windy and dusty road until the Kaligandaki river, crossing a few suspension bridges, we reach Jomsom and spend our night in a cozy lodge.
Day 15 - Fly To Pokhara (822 M) From Jomsom
One of the most beautiful flights in the Annapurna Region is Jomsom to Pokhara as it offers some mind-blowing views of the huge mountain range including the Annapurna massif, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, and Machapuchhre along with many smaller peaks. Upon landing at Pokhara, you are free to go sightseeing in the nearby tourist attractions.
Day 15 - Fly Back To Kathmandu And Explore
After exploring the wonderful city of Pokhara, we head back to Kathmandu via a short domestic flight. Upon reaching Kathmandu, you can go sightseeing or shop for souvenirs. The evening dinner will be hosted by the Eight K company for all our trekkers and staff.
Day 15 - Final departure from International Airport
We thank you for the opportunity to travel to our beautiful destinations with you. We wish for a safe journey back home. One of our representatives will drop you off at the airport for your scheduled departure.
Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
Chulu East (6,584 m / 21,601ft) can be an ideal mountain for even beginners looking to start Himalayan climbing journey with guided support and if you are strong trekker. It is bit technical (said moderate) by Himalayan standards, meaning it does not require advanced mountaineering experience. The route to Chulu East is well established, with teahouse lodges available until very close to Base Camp in famous Annapurna circuit trekking trail. It thus provides rewarding trekking and climbing experience together. But, remember this is not easy to climb as the altitude is high, long summit days, and can meet with harsh weather conditions in summit.
Some Himalayan peaks around 6,000 m are categorized as trekking peaks by Nepal government. This means they are smaller and generally easier to climb compared to dozens of 7,000 m and 8,000 m peaks in the country. Chulu East is considered an easy trekking peak with low-technical elements, required no advanced rock or ice climbing skills. The climb, though, involves some mountaineering skills.
In Chulu East, Ngwal is last town where tea house/lodge accommodation is available and we use the same. From this village you hike up to slope towards the peak and pitch Base camp at 4,500 m/ 14,763 ft, where you sleep at tented camp. We pitch high-quality tents and provide high-altitude standard mattresses and sleeping mats for your good sleep and rest in Base Camp and high-camp at 5,400 m/17,717ft. You spend maximum of four nights in tent that includes acclimatization day.
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