Putha Himchuli Expedition

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.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Kathmandu arrival

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

Day 2 : City tour and trip preparation

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.

Day 3 : Free day for preparation

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

Day 4 : Kathmandu – Pokhara

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

Day 5 : Pokhara- Beni -Darbang- Takam

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

Stay overnight in camp.

Day 6 : Takam – Lamsung

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

Day 7 : Lamsung-Ghurjghat

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

Day 8 : Ghurjghat –Darsing Kharka

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

Day 9 : Darsing Kharka – Budzunge Kharka

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

Day 10 : Budzunge Kharka - Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp

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

Day 11 : [Day 11 to Day 24] Summit Himchuli peak (7246 m)

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

Day 25 : Base Camp clean up

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

Day 26 : Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp - Budzunge Kharka

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

Day 27 : Budzunge Kharka - Ghurjghat

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

Day 28 : Ghurjghat –Lurang village

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

Day 29 : Lurang village – Takum

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

Day 30 : Takum –Darbang- Beni

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

Day 31 : Beni –Kathmandu

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

Day 32 : Free day

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

Day 33 : Departure

Transfer to Kathmandu airport for your final departure.

Inclusions

What is included?

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

What isn't included?

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

Trip code	NET-EXP-PHE1
Package name	Putha Himchuli Expedition
Duration	33
Max. elevation	7246 m
Level	ADVANCE
Transportation	Tourist Bus, Private Jeep & Public Bus
Accomodation	Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu. Camping Accommodation during Expedition
Starts at	Kathmandu
Ends at	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 }
Cost	USD 0 per person