Chulu Climbing itinerary

Activities: Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu. Highlights: Rest and preparation day.

Drive Duration: 6-7 hours. Activities: Drive from Kathmandu to Besisahar, the starting point of the trek. Overnight: Teahouse in Besisahar. Highlights: Scenic drive along the Trishuli River, passing through small towns and villages.

Drive Duration: 5-6 hours by jeep. Activities: Drive through rugged roads, following the Marsyangdi River, and passing through villages like Tal, Dharapani, and Bagarchhap. Overnight: Teahouse in Chame. Highlights: Views of Annapurna II, Lamjung Himal, and other peaks.

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours. Activities: Trek through a pine forest, crossing the Marsyangdi River several times via suspension bridges. Overnight: Teahouse in Pisang. Highlights: Views of Paungda Danda rock face and Annapurna range.

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours. Activities: Trek through the upper Pisang route, offering stunning views of Annapurna and surrounding peaks. Overnight: Teahouse in Ngawal. Highlights: Traditional Tibetan villages, panoramic mountain views.

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours. Activities: Trek through yak pastures and alpine meadows to reach Chulu East Base Camp. Overnight: Camp at Base Camp. Highlights: Spectacular views of Annapurna, Gangapurna, and Chulu peaks

Activities: Acclimatization day with training on climbing techniques, using crampons, and rope work. Overnight: Camp at Base Camp. Highlights: Acclimatization and preparation for the summit push.

Trek Duration: 4-5 hours. Activities: Ascend to High Camp, following a steep and rocky trail. Overnight: Camp at High Camp. Highlights: Close-up views of Chulu East and surrounding peaks

Climb Duration: 9-12 hours (round trip). Activities: Early morning start to climb Chulu East. After reaching the summit, descend back to Base Camp. Overnight: Camp at Base Camp. Highlights: Reaching the summit, panoramic views of the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and other peaks.

Activities: Extra day in case of bad weather or any other delays. Overnight: Camp at Base Camp or High Camp. Highlights: Flexibility to ensure a successful summit.

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours. Activities: Descend from Base Camp and trek to Manang. Overnight: Teahouse in Manang. Highlights: Explore the cultural and scenic beauty of Manang.

Trek Duration: 4-5 hours. Activities: Trek gradually uphill to Yak Kharka, passing through juniper forests and crossing small streams. Overnight: Teahouse in Yak Kharka. Highlights: Views of Annapurna III, Gangapurna, and Tilicho Peak.

Trek Duration: 4-5 hours. Activities: Trek to Thorong Phedi, the last stop before crossing Thorong La Pass. Overnight: Teahouse in Thorong Phedi. Highlights: Stunning mountain scenery, preparation for crossing the pass.

Trek Duration: 7-8 hours. Activities: Early morning trek to cross the Thorong La Pass, then descend to Muktinath. Overnight: Teahouse in Muktinath. Highlights: Crossing one of the highest trekking passes in the world, spiritual visit to Muktinath Temple.

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours. Activities: Descend through the Kali Gandaki Valley to Jomsom. Overnight: Teahouse in Jomsom. Highlights: Views of Dhaulagiri and Nilgiri mountains, walking through the wind-swept valley.

Flight Duration: 20 minutes. Activities: Morning flight from Jomsom to Pokhara. Rest and explore Pokhara. Overnight: Hotel in Pokhara. Highlights: Relaxation by Phewa Lake, exploring the vibrant city of Pokhara

Drive Duration: 6-7 hours (or 25-minute flight). Activities: Return to Kathmandu either by drive or flight. Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu. Highlights: Scenic drive or flight back to the capital.

Activities: Depending on your flight time, explore Kathmandu or relax before your departure. Highlights: Final day in Nepal, reflecting on your adventure.