| Trip code | NET-EXP-BAR1 |
| Package name | Baruntse Expedition |
| Duration | 35 |
| Max. elevation | 7129 m |
| Level | DIFFICULT |
| Transportation | Flight |
| Accomodation | Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu. Camping Accommodation during Trek |
| Starts at | Kathmandu |
| Ends at | Kathmandu |
| Trip route | |
| Cost | USD 7,500 per person |
On your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met and welcomed by our airport representative. You will be greeted traditionally with flower garlands. The representative will then take you to your hotel where you will be served welcome drinks. In the afternoon, you can take a stroll around and visit shops, restaurants and bars.
Stay overnight at the hotel.
Today is you free day in Kathmandu for preparation of the trip. Checking your climbing equipment's, and discussing the climb with the climbing/trekking guide.
Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
After early-morning breakfast, our guide will pick you up from the hotel and drive to the domestic airport terminal. Receive your boarding pass and fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) that takes about 35 minutes. The flight offers you up close views of the Himalayas and romantic landscapes of hills, farms and rivers.
On arrival to Lukla, you will begin trek from Lukla to Chutanga.
Stay overnight at lodge.
Rest day at Chutanga for Acclimatization.
Stay overnight at lodge
Trek from Chutanga to Thuli Kharka via Zatrawala Pass.
Stay overnight at lodge.
Rest day at Thuli Kharka for more acclimatization and side excursion.
Stay overnight at lodge.
Trek from Thuli Kharka to Tangnang (Sabal Tsho-Lake) following Hinku Valley.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Tangnang to Dig Kharka.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Dig Kharka to Khare.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Khare to Mera La (Pass).
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Mera La to Hunku Valley.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Hunku Valley to Panch Pokhari (five lakes).
Stay overnight at camp.
Rest day at Panch Pokhari to be well prepared for Baruntse climbing.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Panch Pokhari to Baruntse West Col.
Stay overnight at camp.
Climbing period of Baruntse Peak (7129 m.).
Stay all nights in camp.
Trek to Barun Glacier.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Barun Glacier to West Col.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from West Col to Panch Pokhari.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Panch Pokhari to Glacier Camp.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Glacier Camp to Chukhung via Amphu Lapcha Pass.
Stay overnight at lodge.
Trek from Chukhung to Pangboche.
Stay overnight at lodge.
Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar.
Stay overnight at lodge.
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla.
Stay overnight at lodge.
You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu.
Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer you from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.
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
Flight Tickets
Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
All permits
Expedition royalty and permit from Government of Nepal to climb Baruntse, entry permit for Sagarmatha National Park, TIMS card and Local government entrance fee
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
Expedition Stuffs Transportation
All necessary equipment transportation for all climbing members and staffs from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu by air cargo, Lukla to Base Camp and back to Lukla by porters / yaks
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 based accommodation during the trek, and well-managed Base Camp set up for climbing members & Staff at Base Camp
Porters
Porter per member up to Base Camp from Lukla and from Base Camp to Lukla
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, 3 and 4
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)
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 Everest (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 (Baruntse climbing certificate issued by Tourism Ministry after climbing Mt. Baruntse successfully)
Tax and VAT
Tax, VAT and our service charge
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