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Putha Himchuli Expedition

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Duration
33 days
Max. Elevation
7246m
Group size
Min 1+
Level
ADVANCE
Transportation
Tourist Bus, Private Jeep & Public Bus
Best Season
Autumn: SEP-OCT-NOV Spring: MAR-APR-MAY
Accomodation
Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu. Camping Accommodation during Expedition
Meals
3 Meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Starts at/ Ends at
Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Trip Route
{ Kathmandu - Pokhara - Beni - Darbang - Takam - Lamsung - Ghurjghat - Darsing Kharka - Budzunge Kharka - Putha Himchuli - Base Camp - Summit - Base Camp - Budzunge Kharka - Ghurjghat - Lurang Village - Darbang - Beni - Kathmandu }

Highlights

Overview

The 7246m tall Putha Himchuli is a popular climbing peak in Nepal. It is located in the western region of Nepal and is part of Dhaulagiri Range. Indeed it is also known as Dhaulagiri VII.
 
Explorer and climber Jimmy Roberts along with Ang Nyima Sherpa were the first to summit Putha Himchuli. Putha Himchuli Peak is technically challenging mountain featuring a lot of ridges and seracs. Although southern slope is a classic route to follow, climbers nowadays also opt to go via north-eastern slope.
 
The earlier route was opened by the Japanese in the seventies. The base camp is set up at German Base Camp at an altitude of 4,575m followed by three camps set up at Camp I (5337m), Camp II (5940m) and Camp III (6475m).  It takes at least 17 days to reach to the top and return to base camp. You will be amazed by the spectacular views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Ganesh Himal ranges visible from the mountain top. 
 
Part of the Putha himchuli expedition includes a weeklong trek from Dunai in Dolpa district through controlled Upper Dolpo region. Dolpo is a trans Himalayan region characterized by wild barren landscape, Tibetan people and their Buddhist culture, colorful monasteries, caves and deep canyons. 
 
Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) offers climbing permits for Putha peak. Depending on your preference, Nepal Environmental Treks & Expedition can arrange either full board or base camp service. Our team consists of highly experienced Sherpa climbers, high altitude porters and cooks who provide you with hygienic and delicious food. Climbing is open during Autumn and Spring seasons. 

Important Note

Note: There are different categories of Hotels in Kathmandu ranging from budget to 5 star hotels. We are happy to arrange your hotel accommodation in Kathmandu as per your interest and budget. Please inform us in advance about the type or category or price range of hotel that you would like to stay in. 

Trip Itinerary

Receiving you at Kathmandu International Airport upon your arrival and transfer you to hotel. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. 

Max. altitude

1400m

Accomodation

Hotel

Today you will go for Kathmandu or Patan and Bhaktapur sightseeing. Later after sightseeing, you will go engage in climbing preparation. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. 

Max. altitude

1400m

Accomodation

Kathmandu

Meals

Breakfast

Today, you will make sure everything is okay for Putha Himchuli expedition.  Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu. 

Max. altitude

1400m

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes about 6 hours. Stay overnight at hotel.

Max. altitude

916m

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Drive from Pokhara to to Darbang takes about 6 hrs and then trek to Takam (1600m.) for 2.30 hrs.

Stay overnight in camp.

Max. altitude

1600m

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

Trek from Takam to Lamsung (2200m.) takes about 5-6 hours. Stay overnight in camp.

Max. altitude

2200m

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

Trek from Lamsung to Ghurjaghat (3020m.) takes about 5-6 hours. Stay overnight in camp.

Max. altitude

3020m

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

Trek from Ghurjghat to Darsing Kharka takes about 6-7 hours. Stay overnight at camp.

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

Trek from Darsing Kharka to Budzunge Kharka takes about 5 hours. Stay overnight at camp. 

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

Trek from Budzunge Kharka to Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp (4800 m) takes about 5 hours. Stay overnight at camp. 

Max. altitude

4800m

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

You will climb Camp I, Camp II, and Camp III to summit Himchuli Mountain that takes about 13 days. Stay all nights in camp.

Max. altitude

7246m

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

Clean Base Camp not to leave any garbage in mountain. Stay overnight in camp.

Max. altitude

4800m

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

Trek from Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp to Budzunge Kharka takes about 4 hours. Stay overnight at camp. 

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

Trek from Budzunge Kharka to Ghurjghat takes about 6 hours. Stay overnight at camp. 

Max. altitude

3020m

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

Trek from Ghurjghat to Lurang village takes about 5 hours. Stay overnight at camp. 

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

 Trek from Lurang village to Takum takes about 4 hours. Stay overnight at camp. 

Accomodation

Camp

Meals

BLD

Trek from Lurang village to Darbang takes about 4 hours. Same day you will drive to Beni. Stay overnight at lodge. 

Accomodation

Lodge

Meals

BLD

Drive from Beni to Kathmandu takes about 10 hours. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Max. altitude

1400m

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Today is a free day in Kathmandu for shopping and recreation. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Max. altitude

1400m

Accomodation

Hotel

Meals

Breakfast

Transfer to Kathmandu airport for your final departure.  

Max. altitude

1400m

Meals

Breakfast
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Includes

    a) Kathmandu:


    Pick-up and drop-off service
    All airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle

    Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
    5 night hotel accommodation with breakfast

    Sightseeing in Kathmandu 
    One full day city sightseeing in and around Kathmandu valley with private A/C vehicle and English speaking tour guide including entrance fees

    Farewell Dinner 
    Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening 

    Souvenir 


    b) Trekking/Climbing:


    Pokhara Hotel
    1 night hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast at hotel 

    All permits
    Expedition royalty and permit from Government of Nepal to climb Putha Himchuli Mountain, entry permit for Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve, and TIMS card 

    Liaison Officer
    1 Government Liaison officer with full equipment, salary, accommodation, transportation and insurance as per government rule 

    Garbage Management Fee
    Garbage transfer & garbage disposal fees

    Insurance
    Medical & Emergency rescue insurance for all involved Nepalese staffs during the entire trip as per government rule

    Member Transportation
    Kathmandu - Pokhara – Kathmandu by a/c deluxe tourist bus, Pokhara-Darbang and Darbang- Beni by private jeep and Beni- Kathmandu by public bus

    Expedition Stuffs Transportation
    All necessary equipment transportation from Kathmandu to Darbang and Darbang to Kathmandu by bus and jeep

    Member Luggage
    Up to 50 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carrying by porters /yaks

    Food 
    3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) including tea and coffee during the trek and Base Camp, appropriate foods for high altitude to all climbing crews at Base Camp and above

    Lodging
    Lodge and tent (camp) based accommodation as per the itinerary

    Porters
    Porter per member from Darbang to Base Camp and Base Camp to Durbang

    Base Camp Staffs
    Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen helpers as per group size

    Staff Salary and allowance
    All involved Nepalese staffs & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipments, foods & clothing 

    Base Camp Tent
    Each member will have individual tent in Base Camp

    Base Camp equipment
    Foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning tent, 1 Kitchen tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower tents, 1 Staffs tent, 1 tent for Nepalese Base Camp staffs, store tents, Tables, chairs & all necessary cooking gears like Epi gas, high pots, stove, etc.

    Tents for High Camps
    All tents for Camp 1, 2, and 3 

    Heater
    Heater at Base Camp in each Dining and other necessary camp

    Solar/Generator
    1 Solar panel and generator for lights and battery charge for laptop and other electronic devices at Base Camp   

    High Altitude Climbing Sherpa
    Personal climbing guide/Sherpa (1 climbing member will have 1 climbing guide who is trained, experienced and Government license holder)
     
    Climbing Sherpa Salary & Allowance
    Salary, equipment, meals and clothing for climbing guide

    Bonus
    Carry bonus of Sherpas and route fixing charges 

    Oxygen (O2) Bottle as Back up Sets
    Back up Oxygen Cylinder, mask and regulator (with appropriate additional charge) at Base Camp

    High Camp Services

    High Altitude Tents, EPI gas, cooking pots, High altitude food for member, Sherpa and other crews at (C1), (C2), and (C3) 

    Ropes
    All required fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing

    Rope Fixing Team 
    The team of experienced Sherpa will fix the route in Putha Himchuli (no extra charge will be applied to members)

    Satellite Phone 
    Satellite Phone for emergency communication available for members with appropriate charge 

    Walkie-Talkie
    Walkie –Talkie for communication from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp

    Permits
    Satellite Phone / walkie-talkie permits

    First Aid Kit
    Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staffs

    Certificate
    Certificate (Putha Himchuli climbing certificate issued by Tourism Ministry after successfully climbing Putha Himchuli peak)

    Tax and VAT
    Tax, VAT and our service charge

Doesn't Include

    Lunch & Dinner
    Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from trekking / expedition than the scheduled itinerary)

    Extra night in Kathmandu
    Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking / expedition due to any reason than the scheduled itinerary)

    Travel Insurance 
    Medical and personal high risk travel insurance which should cover helicopter evacuation cost and medical treatment cost incase required

    Rescue Evacuation
    Medical and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs)

    Personal Expenses
    Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages (However we will provide soft drinks for members at base camp)

    Personal Equipment
    Clothing, packing items or bags, personal medical kit, personal trekking /climbing Gears

    Toiletries
    Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and your other personal items used to keep yourself clean 

    Filming
    Permit fee for special filming by using camera or drone 

    Internet
    Internet service is available with extra charge during the trek and Base Camp  

    Summit Bonus
    Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa 

    Tips
    Tips for Base Camp and other involved staffs

    Service above Base Camp
    If you are taking just Base Camp services, then there will be zero service from company above base camp 

    Rope Fixing
    The cost for using fixed rope during the expedition will apply to Base Camp service users 

    Extra services 
    Any other services or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary

Equipment List

Mountaineering Equipment
Crampons, Ice axe, Helmet, Harness, Lock and unlock Carabineers, Shovel, Climbing pack, Rope, Ski poles, Desender/abseil device, Jummer (Asender), Tapes, Prusik Loops, Rappel device, Hand Warmer (if possible)

Clothing and Wears
Trekking shoes with spare laces, Mountaineering Boots, Plastic or leather for mountaineering boots, Gore-Tex pants, Long shorts, Insulated Parka, Jumper, Waterproof Jackets, Down Jacket, Fleece Vest, Wool cap, Neck Gaiter, Gloves, Climbing Socks, Thermal Underwear, Sandals, Snow Goggle

Essential Gears
Backpack, Duffle bag, Sleeping Bag, sleeping pad, Tents

Gadgets
Map, Compass, Camera, GPS, Two way radios, Binoculars, Head Lamp, Flashlight

Sun Protection Items
Sun glasses, sun scream, Lip balm,

Medical
First aid Kit (Brufen / Ibuprofens, Antibiotic, Diamox, Paracetamol, Handy Plaster, Crack Bandage, Tincture Iodine, etc.)

Other Essentials
Energy Bars, Water bottle, Water Purification Tablets, Toiletries, Trekking poles, Pocket knife, raincoat, Satellite Phone, Altimeter

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