Of the two Chulus (East and West), Chulu West is the higher peak. The first ascent in to Chulu West in 1952 by a Japanese Expedition team. It is lies in a small valley north of Manang; off the main trail to the Thorong La. Chulu East was climb by a German Expedition team in 1955 via the North East Ridge. Thus, it is difficult to differentiate between the two Chulus. However, the Chulu group comprises of four peaks: Two in the east and two in the west. There are no technical difficulties in ascending these peaks but the progress can be slow as the slopes are vulnerable to avalanches in certain conditions. These peaks are lying together with forms an integral part of the Manang Himal, which in turns is included in the Larger Damodar Himal.
Destination
Trek Grade
Group Size
Departure
Max. Altitude
Season
Accommodation
Duration
Chulu West Peak (6420m.)
Strenuous
Min -1
On Request
6358 m. of 6420 m.
Spring & Autumn
Tented Camp
21 Days
Days | Destination |
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Day 01 | Arrival at Kathmandu; transfer to the Hotel |
Day 02 | Sightseeing in Kathmandu. Trek preparation. |
Day 03 | Departure to Bensisahar |
Day 04 | Trek to Bahundanda |
Day 05 | Trek to Chamje |
Day 06 | Trek to Dharapani |
Day 07 | Trek to Chame |
Day 08 | Trek to Pisang |
Day 09 | Trek to Manang |
Day 10 | Acclimatization at Manang |
Day 11 | Trek to Chulu base camp |
Day 12 | Rest at Chulu base camp |
Day 13 | High Camp |
Day 14 | Summit Chulu East (6,358-meter) or West (6,420-meter) and return back to base camp. |
Day 15 | Trek to Thorong high camp. |
Day 16 | Trek to Muktinath after crossing Thorong La pass (5,416m.) |
Day 17 | Trek to Jomsom |
Day 18 | Fly back to Pokhara from Jomsom |
Day 19 | Drive back to Kathmandu |
Day 20 | Rest at Kathmandu |
Day 21 | Departure on your own destination |