Availability
Sept-Nov, Mar-July
Trip Duration
13 days
Trek Difficulty
Strenuous
Group Size
Private & Group Tour
Maximum Altitude
6429m
Guide Language
English
Quick Overview
Introduction
Located just north of the Annapurna massif, Chulu East Peak is one of the most popular climbing peaks in the Annapurna trekking region which is first climbed in 1955 by a German explorer's expedition. Chulu East peak (6,429m) is situated high above beautiful Manang valley which offers the breathtaking views across to the Annapurna II, III and IV, Gangapurna, Tilicho Peak, Manaslu, Glacier Dome, and Dhaulagiri. The climb is technically challenging and you should be familiar with the use of your equipment, harness, ice axe, crampons, tying knots, and handling climbing ropes. Our experienced guides will help you in every step throughout this adventure. This adventure will also introduce you to diverse cultures, ever-changing landscape, green paddy fields, and oak forests, arid deserts, the deepest gorge Kali Gandaki, famous pilgrimage sites and some of the most fascinating mountains. The best season for Chulu East Peak is the months of Sep-Nov and March-July.
Chulu East Peak Climbing begins with a scenic drive to Besishahar, Bulbule which takes around 8-hour drive from Kathmandu. The trail goes up to Chamche, Pisang and reach to Yak Kharka and then continue to Chulu base camp and finally reach to Chulu East Peak and set up tents to acclimatize. Then we finally proceed towards the summit and explore the best it offers and return back via Humde, and Chame to reach Besisahar. From Besisahar, we drive back to Kathmandu Valley.
Trek Highlights
Food
During Chulu East Peak Climbing, you'll get typically traditional meals including standard breakfast, lunch, and dinner which includes Nepali Dal, Bhat, and Vegetables which are the most popular dish. You'll also get Indian, Chinese, continental and other varieties of food according to your choice. Teahouses provide cookies, soft drinks, chocolate, French fries, and even seasonable fruits. We recommend you to bring the light snacks, chocolates, energy bars, protein bars on your own to have it while walking. In climbing days, we'll provide a cooking crew who'll provide the best and fresh food for you throughout the camping journey.
Accommodation
Accommodation will be in a remote area of tea houses in Nepal most of the time. The standard and services of these tea houses or guesthouses have notably improved in the past few years. Trekkers will be provided a normal, clean, and functional twin sharing accommodation room. You will be provided with single-sized beds with sheets, blankets, and pillows and an extra blanket or single room can be provided upon request. For extra comfort, you can bring a camping mat/thermarest- which is your personal choice. As you go to a higher altitude, you may not find teahouses. Our team will provide camp to stay overnight. We'll spend nights in Camp until the availability of guesthouses.