Kwangde Peak climbing

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Duration

15 days

Max. Elevation

6093m

Group size

Min 1+

Level

MODERATE

Transportation

Flight

Best Season

Autumn: SEP-OCT-NOV Spring: MAR-APR-MAY

Accomodation

2-3 Star Hotel Accomodation in Kathmandu. Lodge (Teahouse) and Camping Accomodation during Climbing

Meals

3 Meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Starts at/ Ends at

Kathmandu / Kathmandu

Trip Route

Highlights

At an elevation of 6187 m, Kongde Ri (Kwangde Peak Climbing) is regarded as a holy mountain by the Khumbu region settlers but is open to climbing. Kongde Ri stands prominently in front of the main cultural and market centre of Sherpa life the village of Namche Bazar.

Kongde Ri Peak, first summitted in 1975 is a multi-summit peak and is steep and difficult. It can be scaled by both the south and north faces. All of the routes climbed to date on the Kwangde Peaks are difficult, none have proved suitable for commercial trekking peak expeditions. Experienced climbers who are looking for rarely climbed and challenging small peak in the Himalayas will find this peak very attractive.

Trip Itinerary

Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;"> Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu.

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.

Free day in Kathmandu for preparation of the trip. Checking your climbing equipments, 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 3 hours trek to Phakding (2640 m.). You start your trek from Lukla with a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River. Mt. Nupla (5885m) which can be seen in the distance is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views to a wonderful valley to your right; and Mt. Kusum Kang (6367m.) to the far end. Stay overnight at lodge.

Trek from Phakding to Lumding Kharka (4616 m.). Stay overnight in camp.

Trek from Lumding Kharka to Kwangde Base Camp (4910 m.). Stay overnight in camp.

Climb down to Kwangde Base Camp. Stay overnight in camp.

Summit Kwangde Peak (6093 m.) and back to High Camp. Stay overnight in camp.

Climb down to Kwangde Base Camp. Stay overnight in camp.

Trek from Kwangde Base Camp to Thame village (3820 m.). Stay overnight in lodge.

Rest in Thame. Stay overnight in lodge.

Trek from Thame to Phakding, Stay overnight in lodge.

Trek from Phakding to Lukla (2886m) takes about three hours. Your final day's trekking follows the Dudh Koshi back down to Lukla. Stay overnight at lodge in Lukla.

Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu takes 35 minutes. You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu.

Free day in Kathmandu for shopping or you can go for city tour. 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.

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Includes

a) Kathmandu

Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private car
4 night hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu
One farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
Souvenir (t-shirt, mug, pen, bag, etc.)

b) Trekking/Climbing

Peak permit for Singu Chuli (Tharpu Peak)
Entry permit for Annapurna Conservation Area
Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS) card
Climbing guide/s (Sirdar) and Trekking guide/s
Trekking Cooks and Kitchen Helpers
Necessary porters (one porter carries 25 kilograms)
Coverage of insurance and rescue for climbing guides, cooks and porters
2 nights hotel accomodation in Pokhara with breakfast
All meals three times a day during the trek/climb
Accommodation in teahouses (lodges) for some nights and some nights camping
Necessary trekking/camping equipment such as tents, mattresses, sleeping bags, down jackets, cooking utensils, etc.
Cooking fuel
Camping charges
All land transportation wherever applicable
Insurance and equipments for guide and porters
First aid kit
Rescue assistance (Should any emergency arise during your trek, we will provide prompt and professional rescue and medical services. For this, it would be better to have your own travel insurance that can cover helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost incase required.)

Doesn't Include

Personal nature expenses
Travel insurance
All drinks & beverages
Hot shower
Battery charges
Tips
Personal Climbing equipments
Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu

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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