Chulu East Peak climbing

On arrival, meet our TH staff for a courtesy transfer to your respective hotels in the heart of Kathmandu, in the Thamel area, an interesting place for shopping and dining at one of the many world-class restaurants, pubs, and bakeries. 
Our guide will provide details regarding the trek and climb of Chulu East Peak. 

Morning after breakfast at given time our city and cultural guide will guide you in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath (Little Tibet), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to the hotel, preparation for the trip to Chulu East Peak trek and climb. 

A scenic long drive of 8 hours to Jagat village, which is quite interesting on Nepal’s main highway, following the Trisuli river for a while and then heading west with views of Ganesh, Langtang Himal, and Annapurna, Manaslu range of peaks. On reaching Dumre in the middle of the Kathmandu-Pokhara highway, our route diverts towards Jagat, passing the large town of Beshisar, and then onto the dirt jeep road to Jagat village, located in the mid-hills. On arrival in Jagat village, transfer to a simple, comfortable lodge for an overnight stay in this interesting farm village.

From Jagat village starting the first day walk on the gradual winding trail to Chamje, near raging Marsyangdi River and then crossing towards east bank into woodland, with views of Annapurna and Manaslu Mountain range pf peaks, then following a wide path all the way to Tal Besi a lovely village located on Marsyangdi valley, after a lunch stop another few hours walk reaches Dharapani village for overnight stop, situated on the junction of this Annapurna circuit and around Manaslu trek.

After a lovely night at Dharapani, morning walk along a wide trail into tranquil rhododendron and pine forest and villages of Bagachap and Danque, then to Timang village with grand view of Mt. Manaslu 8,163m / 26,781ft, after Timang village another hour walk leads to the village of Koto and then to Chame for the overnight stop, Chame a large central town of Manang area.

From Chame onwards walk leads into cool and refreshing mountain air, as the morning walk leads through charming forest of rhododendron and pine tree following Marshyangdi River upstream with short ups and downs path to Bhratang village, from here walk climbs a winding uphill into fine woodlands to reach at Dhukure Pokhari for lunch stop, this place with few lodges overlooking views of Chulu’s and peak of Pisang including Pisang village below the Marsyangdi River valley, after a nice stop descend for two hours to Pisang village for overnight stop from here on with more Tibetan influence in culture, religion and way of daily traditional life. 

After Pisang village, morning walk leaves behind the main Annapurna circuit trail above Marshyangdi River, offering amazing scenery of landscapes and an array of snow peaks, and then climbing a higher path above Nagawa village, from here our route leads North West on the arid zones reaching Jhulu, a small villag,e for the first camping after being in the comfort of nice lodges.

An ideal place for a rest day after several days of good, wonderful trekking, today is a rest day for acclimatisation and preparation for the climb of Chulu East peak, with time for an optional walk around this traditional village and short hikes looking at the grand vista of the close, beautiful mountain range, including the peaks of Chulu.

On leaving Julu village heading towards wilderness area of barren and arid landscape with magnificent views of Chulu’s and Annapurna range of mountains, walking uphill with small gradual section on route this valley running high towards a ridge between Chulu East and Far East Peaks, then walking on faint trail to Chegaji Khola on east bank and reaching at a moraines below the ridge for both high and base camp for overnight, this nice spot camp here makes a starting point for the climb of Chulu East Peak.

It is essential to have a rest day for better acclimatisation, preparation for the climb, and to check the climbing equipment before the big day to the summit of Chulu East Peak. Our expert guides and leaders will scout the trail and the route for tomorrow's climb.

A Big Day! With an early-morning climb up a steep snow slope and some technical sections, our expert guide will fix ropes where necessary for this strenuous ascent to the summit, then finally reach the top, feeling on top of the world, where a dream becomes reality.

The route for this adventurous climb heads up a snow ridge before the summit, which is initially exposed but is climbed without difficulty with our expert guide's support. From the top of the summit enjoy the mind blowing views panorama of the surrounding high mountains, rivers and fantastic landscapes, after a grand time at the summit return to base camp.

We have reserved an extra day which will be as contingency day, in case of unfavorable weather conditions some times in this high Himalayan range, the weather can be unpredictable, so an extra day on this type of adventure is vital, if all goes well can be used on the way back to Jomsom with short day walk enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.

After a successful climb of Chulu East Peak, journey back to Jule village, then walk along the bank of the Marshyangdi River passing Humde village with a small airstrip. The environment around this area is characterised by arid, barren landscapes and a cold, dry climate. Walk along the bank of the Marshyangdi River, passing several villages like Humde and Braga, to reach the upper Manang village. After a few hours of a good walk, reaching Manang, a large, prosperous town, houses are built in the traditional Tibetan style, with a rich culture and traditional lifestyle. 

After an excellent rest at Manang, the morning journey leads towards Ghunsang village on the winding uphill trail to Yak Kharka, an impressive walk on this high altitude with fabulous views of snow-capped mountains, then reaching Yak Kharka, a small place with 3-4 lodges, offering incredible views of Gangapurna, Annapurna III, and Chulu Peaks. 

From Yak Kharka, getting into much higher terrain towards Thorang-la, leading to crossing a bridge with a climb along the Jarjung river bank, on the narrow trail to reach Thorung Phedi, from here an hour steep climb to the overnight stop at Thorang High Camp, to make it shorter for the next day traverse over Thorang-la pass on time in the morning. 

Today's main highlight is an early breakfast, followed by a long, undulating climb to the top of Thorang-la at 5,416 m / 17,700 ft, the highest point of this journey. On reaching the top after a vigorous climb at high altitude and thin air, I was greeted with fabulous views of the surrounding mountains, from Mt. Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, and Mustang Himal to Annapurna II, III, and Gangapurna. After catching mind-blowing views, I descended to Muktinath at 3,800 meters. On reaching Muktinath for an overnight stop, in this holy place of Hindus and Buddhists, the word Muktinath literally means ‘the place for Nirvana or Liberation’.

After Muktinath, the rest of the journey will be more straightforward, with moderate walks all the way after Thorang-la, and a morning walk with a 1,200m downhill drop to the Kaligandaki river valley. This pleasant walk reaches the vast Kaligandaki river valley, with a small break at Ekale Bhatti. From here onwards it gets windy in the afternoon, from this place a few hours' walk to Jomsom,
Jomsom, the headquarters of the Mustang region, has an airstrip located above the Kaligandaki River. This town is at the junction of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri circuits, Upper Mustang, and the holy Muktinath route, with ample time to explore the surrounding area of Jomsom.

Morning transfer to Jomsom airport for a short scenic flight to Pokhara, another highlight of this fabulous trip. Pokhara is regarded as the most beautiful place on the globe, with fantastic mountain views and natural surroundings, and its serene lake, Phewa.

Morning: a scenic drive to Kathmandu after a wonderful, memorable trip in the high mountains of the Annapurna area. On reaching Kathmandu, transfer to respective hotels, with the afternoon free at leisure.

We have reserved this day to relax and enjoy your last day in Kathmandu with another sightseeing tour in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath (Little Tibet), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to hotel. 

Last day in Nepal with a wonderful, memorable time in the Himalaya trekking and climb of Chulu East Peak with Team Himalaya and transfer to the airport for the flight back home or to the respective destination.