Overview
CHULU WEST PEAK TREK & CLIMB
‘enjoy the exciting adventure on the hidden areas and climb to Chulu West Peak’
Highlights:
“ An exciting adventure on off the beaten tracks to Chulu West Peak base camp. Trekking on the popular and scenic routes of the famous Annapurna Circuit trail. Climb on top of stunning Chulu West Peak, amidst towering Chulus peaks range. Fabulous scenery of Mid-West Himalayas from beginning to the end of trekking. Explore Manang lovely villages adorned with impressive prayer monuments.
Short trip Profile:
Mode of Trek & Climb: Local Lodges with tented camping on trek / climb.
Trek Grade: Moderate to Adventurous.
Climbing Grade: TD (Technical Difficulty)
Region of trek / climb: Nepal Far Mid-West around Manang area.
Trek / Climb Duration: 13 /14 Days with drives and flight from Jomsom.
Total Trip: 18 / 19 days from arrival to final departure.
The best seasons for Chulu West Peak Trek & Climb:
The best time for trek and climb of Chulu West Peak are spring and autumn / fall seasons. Spring begins from March to May, and autumn from September to November. Spring time with longer sunny days, the best seasons for treks and climb, as well as for stunning views of mountain range. However, cold morning and in shade as well as the night time, can expect snow fall sometimes.
Autumn from September to November one of the best time for treks and climb, most days are fine and clear. But shorter sunlight hours, much cold morning and late afternoon until nighttime. Can expect snow fall sometimes above 3,000 m high on walks and climb.
Overviews:
Chulu West Peak Trek and Climb is one of the most exciting adventures that anyone can experience. Among all the Chulu groups of peaks, Chulu West is the technically difficult peak to climb. However, with much patience and determination can enjoy the climb reaching on top of Chulu West Peak.
Chulu West Peak stands at 6,419 m / 21,055 feet, amidst its adjoining peaks of Chulu East and Chulu midst. The adventure to Chulu West Peak takes to the far-flung hidden corners of scenic Manang Valley.
The walk follows the scenic trail of the famous Annapurna Circuit for several days till Manang village. As the altitude gains on leaving the main village of Manang, and then our route diverts towards mountain wilderness.
After the last settlement of Yak Kharka and Ledar, the walk follows to the hidden corners. Reaching at the base of Chulu West Peak and close to its adjoining group of Chulus. For the climb of Chulu West Peak, the grading is TD means Technical Difficulty. The grading system is used from the famous French / Swiss Alpine Climbing Classification. The climb is enjoyable with exciting and adventurous moments, encountering a few tough technical sections to overcome.
The rest of the climb is on a moraine of rocks, snow, and ice and walking on glaciers. Includes steep haul to reach on top of Chulu West Summit, having time for preparation and acclimatization.
After the summit bid, head back on the main trail with the last steep long climb to Thorang-La Pass. The highest spot on treks after the Chulu West Peak climb, from the pass, is a long descent to the Mustang area. To reach the holy place of Muktinath, a sacred pilgrimage site for the Hindu followers.
From Muktinath, our adventurous walks come to an end upon reaching Kaligandaki River Valley in Jomsom. A large town and headquarters of Mustang district, from Jomsom, a short scenic flight brings you to Pokhara.
A beautiful city, blessed with natural lakes, located in the shadow of the Annapurna Himalayas. Pokhara is a lovely spot, where our marvelous adventure Chulu West Peak Trek & Climb concludes.
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