Peak Climbing
Mount Hiunchuli Peak
Peak Climbing, Nepal
17 Days
07th Jun
-
06th Jun
$900 / Person
Trip Facts
Duration
17 Days
Peak Type
Technical
Starts In
Kathmandu (1337m)
Ends In
Kathmandu (1337m)
Maximum Altitude
6,441 m
Grade
Strenuous, PD
Trek Type
Teahouse/Camping
Best Season
March to May, September to November
Attractions
Sightseeing and trekking/climbing
Group Size
12 pax Maximum
Transportation
Flights, private car or tourist bus
Accommodation:
Hotel, Camping
Mount Hiunchuli Peak
One of the three major trekking peaks within the Annapurna Sanctuary, Hiunchuli (6,441m) forms a formidable south-facing wall together with Annapurna South. Its eastern face overlooks the Modi Khola and guards the entrance to the Annapurna Sanctuary. Climbing of Mount Hiunchuli Peak is considered one of the most complex of the trekking peaks to climb despite its relatively low altitude.
Though not technically difficult, the mountain has a reputation for being prone to avalanche, rock fall and route finding difficulty as avalanches swipe the old trail every season. There is no obvious ‘standard’ line up and the mountain which is best tackled in true expedition style. The most common approaches are via the Southeast Face or Northwest Face though the latter is seldom attempted. An American Peace Corps Expedition first climbed Hiunchuli in October 1971 via the Southeast Face.
Even though the mountain offers significant potential for new routes, Expedition of Mount Hiunchuli Peak has received little attention from mountaineers and is rarely climbed. But, easy to access and with limited altitude, the climb offers excellent Himalayan mountaineering in less than three weeks for experienced climbers.
Itinerary:
Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu
Day 02 Rest/preparation
Day 03 Fly Pokhara; drive Phedi; trek Tolka (1790m)
Day 04 Trek Chhomrong (2210m)
Day 05 Trek Bamboo (2310m)
Day 06 Trek Himalayan Hotel (2840m)
Day 07 Trek Machhapuchhare Base Camp (3700m)
Day 08 Trek Annapurna Base Camp (4130m)
Day 09 Trek Hiunchuli Base Camp
Day 10 Rest/preparation
Day 11 Ascend High Camp
Day 12 Summit Hiunchuli Peak (6441m); descend Annapurna Base Camp
Day 13 Trek Bamboo (2310m)
Day 14 Trek Chhomrong (2210m)
Day 15 Trek Naya Pul (1070m); drive Pokhara
Day 16 Fly Kathmandu
Day 17 Depart Kathmandu
Included
- Arrival & departure transfer from and to the airport & hotels
- 3 nights bed & breakfast accommodation in a 3* hotel in Kathmandu (twin share)
- Mostly camping accommodation, where teahouses are not available, on full board (breakfast, lunch & dinner) during the trek
- Teahouse accommodation, wherever available, on full board during the trek
- Surface transportation as per the itinerary in a private vehicle
- Permits & other local taxes
- Experienced English speaking guide
- Required number of porter/s
- Transportation, accommodation, food, salary and insurance for guide and other local staffs
- Farewell dinner at an authentic Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu
Excluded
- Travel & medical insurance including insurance for emergency rescue & evacuation
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu & Nepal visa fee
- Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu
- Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, bottled water, bar bills, etc.
- Trekking gear (also available on hire)
- Tips for guide & local staffs
- Any extra cost arising out of natural calamities or cancellation of the program
- Any extra services or products or offers or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary
- All other items not mentioned in the list of ‘Included’