Chulu East Peak Climbing (6584m) – Annapurna Region
A challenging Chulu East Peak expedition reaching 6,584m through the Annapurna Circuit, featuring glacier climbing, the Northeast Ridge, Thorong La Pass and spectacular Himalayan views.
- Duration 22 Days
- Difficulty Challenging
- Group Size 12 People
- Max Altitude 6584m
- Region Annapurna
Overview
Chulu East Peak Climbing is a high-altitude climbing expedition reaching 6,584m in the Annapurna region of Nepal. The route combines the Annapurna Circuit with moderate snow and ice climbing and a Northeast Ridge summit attempt.
Chulu East offers spectacular views of Annapurna I, II, III and IV, Gangapurna, Glacier Dome, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho Peak and Mt. Manaslu.
The approach begins with overland transportation from Kathmandu to Besisahar before following the Marsyangdi Valley and Annapurna Circuit toward Chulu East Base Camp.
The standard climbing route follows the Northeast Ridge. High Camp is established at approximately 5,400m, from where the summit is attempted before returning to Base Camp.
Itinerary
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Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel
Arrival at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to the hotel in Kathmandu at approximately 1,350m.
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Day 2 Preparation, Briefing and Shopping in Kathmandu
Preparation day in Kathmandu including briefings at the relevant departments, equipment preparation and last-minute shopping.
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Day 3 Kathmandu to Besisahar
Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar at 823m. The journey takes approximately 8 hours.
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Day 4 Besisahar to Dharapani
Drive from Besisahar to Dharapani at 1,860m. The journey takes approximately 6 hours.
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Day 5 Dharapani to Chame
Trek from Dharapani to Chame at 2,670m. The trekking duration is approximately 5 to 6 hours.
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Day 6 Chame to Upper Pisang
Trek from Chame to Upper Pisang at approximately 3,100m. The trek takes around 5 hours.
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Day 7 Upper Pisang to Braka
Trek from Upper Pisang to Braka at approximately 3,800m. The trek takes around 5 hours.
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Day 8 Braka to Ngwal
Trek from Braka to Ngwal at approximately 4,100m. The trek takes around 4 hours.
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Day 9 Ngwal to Yak Kharka
Trek from Ngwal to Yak Kharka at approximately 4,300m. The trek takes around 4 hours.
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Day 10 Yak Kharka to Chulu East Base Camp
Trek from Yak Kharka to Chulu East Base Camp at approximately 4,500m. The trek takes around 4 hours before establishing the camping facilities.
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Day 11 Chulu East Base Camp to High Camp
Climb from Chulu East Base Camp to High Camp at approximately 5,400m. The ascent takes around 4 hours.
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Day 12 Rest and Acclimatization at High Camp
Buffer and acclimatization day at approximately 5,400m. The team can rest and acclimatize or adjust the schedule according to conditions and readiness for the summit attempt.
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Day 13 Summit Chulu East Peak
Summit attempt of Chulu East Peak at 6,584m followed by descent to Base Camp. The summit day is long and strenuous and includes significant elevation gain and loss.
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Day 14 Chulu Base Camp to Manang
Descend from Chulu East Base Camp to Manang at approximately 3,540m. The trek takes around 7 hours.
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Day 15 Manang to Yak Kharka
Trek from Manang to Yak Kharka at approximately 4,350m. The trek takes around 4 hours.
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Day 16 Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi
Trek from Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi at approximately 4,420m. The trek takes around 4 hours.
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Day 17 Thorong Phedi via Thorong La Pass to Muktinath
Trek from Thorong Phedi over Thorong La Pass at 5,416m before descending to Muktinath at approximately 3,850m. The journey takes around 7 hours.
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Day 18 Muktinath to Jomsom
Trek from Muktinath to Jomsom at approximately 2,700m. The trek takes around 4 hours.
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Day 19 Flight from Jomsom to Pokhara
Fly from Jomsom to Pokhara at approximately 950m. The flight takes around 20 minutes. Hotel accommodation in Pokhara.
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Day 20 Pokhara to Kathmandu
Travel from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus in approximately 7 hours or by flight in approximately 25 to 35 minutes. Farewell dinner and cultural program in the evening.
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Day 21 Final Departure
Transfer to the airport for final departure or alternatively continue with another activity.
Cost Details
What’s Included
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea and coffee during the trek
- Farewell dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant with cultural show
- Regular weather updates during the climbing period
- Helicopter evacuation and treatment insurance for trekking and climbing staff
- Satellite phone service for safety communication
- Wages, medical care, equipment and accidental insurance for trekking and climbing staff
- Teahouse accommodation during the trekking period excluding chain hotels
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
- Surface transportation from Kathmandu to Besisahar and Besisahar to Dharapani
- Dynamic and static ropes, ice screws, snow bars, pitons, locking and unlocking carabiners
- High-altitude nutrition package, EPI gas and stove for boiling water and warming meals
- Bonny Himalaya representative with identification at the airport for easy identification
- Visa extension, departure support and flight ticket reconfirmation service
- Regular flight tickets from Jomsom to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu for members and climbing Sherpa
- Experienced licensed high-altitude trekking and climbing Sherpa guide
- Bonny Himalaya Treks and Adventures souvenir including T-shirt or Pashmina and brochure
- Government taxes, service charges and VAT
- Three nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
- Maps for trekking and peak climbing
- Camping accommodation at Advanced Base Camp during the ascent
- North Face V25 tents and comfortable mattresses at Advanced Base Camp and High Camps
- TIMS trekking permit
- Up to 20kg personal climbing gear allowance carried by porter, yak or mule
- Pick-up and drop-off services from international and domestic airports on arrival and departure
- First aid medical kit for the group and staff
- Essential trekking, peak climbing and camping equipment at Advanced Base Camp
- Chulu East Peak climbing permit and royalty issued by the Nepal Mountaineering Association
- Chef and cook assistant at Advanced Base Camp for meal preparation
What’s Excluded
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara except the farewell dinner
- International flight ticket to and from Nepal
- Staff tips or gifts of appreciation at the end of the trip
- Snacks, soft drinks, energy drinks, packed food, alcohol, mineral water, chocolates and nutrition bars during trekking
- Nepal entry visa fees
- Personal travel insurance covering emergency rescue, treatment, medical tests and hospitalization
- Costs resulting from natural disasters, landslides, political issues, strikes or rule changes
- Additional services beyond the services included in the package
- Personal trekking and climbing gear, laundry, phone calls, internet, walkie-talkies and satellite phone usage
- Extra staff requested beyond the included number
Highlights
- Himalayan Panorama: Enjoy views of the Annapurna range, Gangapurna, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho Peak and Manaslu.
- Muktinath and Jomsom: Descend through the Muktinath Valley to Jomsom before flying to Pokhara.
- Glacier and Snow Climbing: Experience moderate snow and ice climbing above 6,000m requiring advanced glacier travel and navigation skills.
- Northeast Ridge: Attempt the standard Northeast Ridge climbing route.
- Thorong La Pass: Cross the 5,416m Thorong La Pass after the Chulu East climbing section.
- Chulu East Summit: Climb to the 6,584m summit of Chulu East Peak.
- Annapurna Circuit: Approach Chulu East through the spectacular Annapurna Circuit and Marsyangdi Valley.
