Saturday, January 30, 2010
Dhaulagiri trekking
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival to Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu to Beni
Day 03: Beni to Babiyachaur (950 m)
Day 04: Babiyachaur to Phedi (1100 m)
Day 05: Phedi to Sibang (1800 m)
Day 06: Sibang to Jugepani (1500 m)
Day 07: Jugepani to Bagar (2000 m)
Day 08: Bagar to Dovan (2500 m)
Day 09: Dovan to Sallaghari (3100 m)
Day 10: Sallaghari to Italiyan base camp (3500 m)
Day 11: Rest day
Day 12: Italiyan base camp to Japanese base camp (4000 m)
Day 13: Japanese base camp to Dhaulagiri base camp (4700 m)
Day 14: Dhaulagiri base camp to Hidden valley (5166 m)
Day 15: Hidden valley to Kalopani (4900 m)
Day 16: Kalopani to Yak kharka (3500 m)
Day 17: Yak kharka to Marpha (2600 m)
Day 18: Marpha to Jomsom (2675 m)
Day 19: Marpha to Pokhara by flight
Day 20: Pokhara to Kathmandu
Friday, January 29, 2010
Annapurna circuit trek - 20 Days
This circuit of Annapurna - rightly known as Nepal's classic trek - offers more variety than any other walks of equivalent length, and takes you through virtually every type of scenery that Nepal has to offer.
There are gorgeous views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, and the constant variety of landscapes ranges from sub-tropical through alpine to an arid semi-desert akin to Tibet; at the climax of the trek there's a formidable 5416m. Pass, the Thorong La, to cross. The circuit of the Annapurna range is rich in variety and vistas, and it's ecological and cultural diversity provides the complete experience of trekking.
Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu to Besi Sahar
Day 02: Beshishahar to Bahundanda (1350m)
Day 03: Bahundanda to Chamje (1456m.)
Day 04: Chamje (1456m. ) to Dharapani (1960m.)
Day 05: Dharapani to Chame (2605m.)
Day 06: Chame to Pisang (3100m.)
Day 07: Pisang to Manang (3500m.)
Day 08: Rest day at Manang
Day 09: Manang to Yak Kharka (4250m.)
Day 10: Yak Kharka to Thorong Phedi (4410m.)
Day 11: Thorong Phedi to Muktinath (3805m.) via Thorong La (5416m.) Pass
Day 12: Muktinath to Kagbeni (2850 m.)
Day 13: Kagbeni to Marpha (2650m.)
Day 14: Marpha to Kalopani (2530m.)
Day 15: Kalopani to Tatopani (1189 m.)
Day 16: A rest day at Tatopani to enjoy the natural hot spring bath
Day 17: Tatopani to Ghorepani (2800m.)
Day 18: Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3210m.) to Hille (1475m.)
Day 19: Hille to Pokhara via Nayapul
Day 20: Pokhara to Kathmandu
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Langtang Trekking
12 Days Langtang Trekking
Day 01: Kathmandu arrival & transfer to 3 star Hotel
Day 02: Full day Kathmandu Sight seeing by car
Day 03: Drive Kathmandu - Dhunche
Day 04: Dhunche - Thulo Syabru
Day 05: Thulo Syabru - Lama Hotel
Day 06: Lama Hotel - Langtang
Day 07: Langtang - Kyangin Gompa
Day 08: Kyangin Gompa - Lama Hotel
Day 09: Lama Hotel - Syabrubensi
Day 10: Syabrubensi - Kathmandu
Day 11: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 12: Transfer to the airport for final departure from Kathmandu.
Price: US$ 650 / Person
The above trekking cost includes.
Langtang National Park permit
All land transportation with bus,
One Guide insured registered, experienced, salary, food and accommodation paid.
Accommodation on tea houses
3 Meals a day B/f, Lunch, Dinner
Equipments (Sleeping bag and down jacket)
All taxes and Company service charge.
Accommodation in Kathmandu on BB plan basis.
The above trekking cost excludes.
Bar and beverage bills, bottled water, desserts, personal expenses, personal cloths,
Personal insurance for health and evacuation and Tipping.
Entrance fees for Kathmandu sight seeing.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Trek
Day 01: Kathmandu fly Lukla - Phakding
Day 02: Phakding – Namche Bazaar
Day 03: Namche Bazaar (rest for acclimatization)
Day 04: Namche Bazaar - Dole
Day 05: Dole – Machhermo
Day 06: Machhermo - Gokyo
Day 07: Gokyo rest
Day 08: Gokyo - Thagna
Day 09: Thagna - Dzonglha
Day 10: Dzonglha – Chola Pass - Louboche
Day 11: Louboche - Gorakshep (visit Kalapather and EBC)
Day 12: Gorakshep - Dingboche
Day 13: Dingboche – Namche Bazaar
Day 14: Namche Bazaar - Lukla
Day 15: Fly Lukla - Kathmandu
Price: US$ 1090 / Person (including both way flight to Lukla)
The above trekking cost includes.
Everest National Park Permit
All land transportation with bus,
One Guide insured registered, experienced, salary, food and accommodation paid.
Accommodation on tea houses
3 Meals a day B/f, Lunch, Dinner
Equipments (Sleeping bag and down jacket)
Flight Ticket (Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu)
All taxes and Company service charge.
Accommodation in Kathmandu on BB plan basis.
The above trekking cost excludes.
Bar and beverage bills, bottled water, desserts, personal expenses, personal cloths,
Personal insurance for health and evacuation and Tipping.
Entrance fees for Kathmandu sight seeing.
Trekking in Nepal
In the normal term, trekking is another word for walking. However, the word trekking has become well known for the form of walking which takes you along trials winding up, down, over and around mountains. Nepal is trekkers’ paradise. One can trek along with beaten trials or isolated outposts. Trekking itself is not mountaineering although mountaineering expedition too uses some of the popular trials to reach the Base Camps for the rigorous climb.
Asahi Treks is specializing in customer service in the Himalayas Mountains fostering our motto of Hospitality, Friendship and Flexibility with personal care of our valuable guests. We can assure you by changing a simple holiday into adventurous, fascinating and memorable cultural experience to your utmost satisfaction. Normally we offer two different standards of trekking (Moderate to adventurous) in Nepal and they are:
When to trek?
February to April (Spring Season) is the time you can enjoy the view of the majestic mountains with no clouds and this is also the time to enjoy different flora with blooming rhododendrons of vibrant colors. Days are apparently hot while walking but you can feel relief at night. Days are longer so you can cover bit more distance as well. Late September to late November (Autumn Season) is the most popular season as the sky remains clear and rain is at a minimum. It provides uninterrupted and crystal clear views of the Himalayas for several hundreds of kilometers. December and January are the Trekking in Nepalcoldest months with heavy snowfall in the upper hills, crossing the passes at this time can be impossible.
Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)
Also known as Altitude Sickness, AMS is the effects of altitude on those who ascend too rapidly to elevations above 3600 m. early symptoms include headache, loss of appetite, lethargy, and sleeplessness. Do not ignore these warnings as serious symptoms can cause death within a few hours. Being young, strong and fit does not help. Medicine is no substitute for descent. If a doctor is available, he may give medicine and oxygen. The patient must go down, even if given treatment. If you are traveling in Khumbu and Manang regions, you can contact Khunde, Pheriche in Khumbu region and Manang in Manang region for more information on altitude sickness. Hospitals are there with good doctors. To avoid altitude sickness you should walk slowly and drink a lot of fluid. If you feel exhausted, you have moved too fast or too high. Take time to acclimatize to each gaining altitude and give yourself rest days. If you start to feel unwell, retreat to a lower altitude immediately. It may save your life. The only cure for AMS is to descend immediately to a lower elevation.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
25 Days Round Annapurna trekking
This is the most popular trekking in Nepal. This is popular with stunning views of Himalayas, different cultural peoples, pilgrimage sites, field terraces, gorges and with different types of flora and faunas. Trek in this region starts either form Besishahar or from Pokhara. This region offers moderate to rigorous treks depending upon the adventurous desire of the trekkers.Here anyone can make trekking as per their time frame.
This trekking area is covered and handled with assistance of the King Mahendra Trust for Nature conservation and the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP).Total area of ACAP is 7629 sq km that encompasses forested middle mountains, high Himalayas and trans-Himalayan desert plateau ecosystems. In this region lies the deepest gorge in the world.
The area is dominated by Annapurna I 8091 m the 10th highest in the world,Schima and chestnut trees are found in the subtropical forest between 1000-2000 m which give way to rhododendron, oak, hemlock and silver fir as you ascend to the temperate zone (1700 – 3000 m). Rhesus monkeys, yellow-throated martens & Himalayan weasels are some of the wildlife commonly encountered.
Among the birds found in this region are the Himalayan griffons, Lammergeier, forktail, redstart,thrush and kingfisher to name a few. Gurung, Magar, Thakali & Brahmin villages dot the lower elevations. The Tibetan cultural influence becomes stronger as you go north. The most popular destinations for this area are:
25 Days Round Annapurna
Day 01: Kathmandu arrival & transfer to 3 star Hotel
Day 02: Full day Kathmandu Sight seeing by car
Day 03: Kathmandu - Besishahar
Day 04: Besishahar - Bahundanda
Day 05: Bahundanda - Chamje (1500m)
Day 06: Chamje - Dhara Pani or Bagar Chap
Day 07: Dhara pani or Bagar Chap - Chame
Day 08: Chame - Pisang
Day 09: Pisang - Manang
Day 10: Manang rest for acclimatization. Visit the surroundings.
Day 11: Manang - Yak Kharka
Day 12: Yak Kharka - Thorung Phedi
Day 13: Thorung Phedi – Thorung Pass - Muktinath
Day 14: Muktinath -Kagbeni
Day 15: Kagbeni - Tukche
Day 16: Tukche - Ghasa
Day 17: Ghasa - Tatopani
Day 18: Tatopani rest (natural hot spring)
Day 19: Tatopani – Ghorepani
Day 20: Morning visit of Poon Hill to enjoy the sunrise. Ghorepani – Tadapani
Day 21: Tadapani – Ghandruk
Day 22: Ghandruk - Pokhara
Day 23: Pokhara - Kathmandu
Day 24: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 25: Transfer to the airport for final departure from Kathmandu.
Price: US$ 995 / Person
The above trekking cost includes.
Annapurna Conservation Park permit
All land transportation with bus,
One Guide insured registered, experienced, salary, food and accommodation paid.
Accommodation on tea houses
3 Meals a day B/f, Lunch, Dinner
Equipments (Sleeping bag and down jacket)
All taxes and Company service charge.
Accommodation in Kathmandu on BB plan basis.
The above trekking cost excludes.
Bar and beverage bills, bottled water, desserts, personal expenses, personal cloths,
Personal insurance for health and evacuation and Tipping.
Entrance fees for Kathmandu sight seeing.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
Everest Base Camp Trekking
Day 01: Kathmandu arrival & transfer to 3 star Hotel
Day 02: Full day Kathmandu Sight seeing by car (Pashupatinath, Boudhanath, Patan Durbar Square, Swyambhunath and Kathmandu Durbar Square)
Day 03: Early morning fly to Lukla, you will land to Lukla airport at the elevation of 2860 m. from sea level after 30 minutes flight,then trek to Phakding.
Day 04: You will start the walking after breakfast, after couple of minute you will cross the river through a suspension bridge and the trail follows with pine forest and numerous villages. After couple of hours of walking you will have lunch either at Banker or Monjo. After lunch we will enter to Sagarmatha National Park at Jorsalle. We will walk the bank of the river for about half an hour we will reach at Thadekosi river and starts ascends for Namche. This will take about 3 hours of ascend and we will reach at small town at the elevation of 3440 m it is Namche bazaar. Where you can find all basic needs for trekking if you forgor to manage from Kathmandu.
Day 05: This is the acclimatize day at this elevation during the day you can visit Syangboche, Thame monastery and Khumjung village as a day trip.
Day 06: This day your wlaking tour starta like wise the second day after breakfast. Firt step you will ascend to the top of Namche and goes almost flat for about an hour here the trail divides for two different areas. Left goes to Gokyo lake and right goes to Everest Base Camp. Now the trail goes step descend to the bank of Thadekoshi and you will reach at Phunitaga, this will be the lunch place for the day. The walking distance will be about three and half hour from beginning. After lunch the trail goes ascend to Tengboche at the elevation of 3840 m. Here you will visit the biggest monastery and you will spend the night there with the magnificent view of Himalayas specially Amadablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Everest and many more.
Day 07: The trekking will start as usual and the first part of the trail goes descend up to Deboche and a bit further. After crossing a rive the trail goes again ascend and you will reach at the place called Pangboche where you can visit the oldest Busshist monastery and trail falls almost flat till Somare. This will be the lunch place. After lunch you you will enter to Trans Himalalyan zone you may feel difficulty on breathing no trees still you will surround with the bushes. The trail meets two intersections after left goes to Pheriche and we are taking the right one. Today we are spending our night at Dingboche at the elevation of 4300 m which is gate way to Island Peak (6100 m). The day will be about 5 hours of walking.
Day 08: Rest at Dingboche for acclimatize and day excursion towards Chhukung which is the kind of base camp for Island Peak.
Day 09: The day will start as usual and the trail is ascending all the way to Lobuche now are close to 5000 m elevation, walk slowly but continue it. When you reach at Lobuche at the height of 4930 m the day will be off and you will have lunch there after lunch you will take rest and evening you can visit near by for acclimatize. The walking will be about 4 and half hours.
Day 10: The trekking will start as usual or as per your guide’s decision. This is the hardest day of walking you may visit different glaciers on the trail step gently on the stones it may lies different directions and may causes accident. We will walk for about 4 and half hours and reaches at the elevation of 5200 m at Gorakshape. This will be our final destination for sleep we will be there by lunch time. After lunch take and nap for couple of hours and proceeds to Everst base camp it takes about 2 hours from lodge. You can spend you time as long as you want and back to lodge for diner. Overnight at the height of 5200 m
Day 11: Early morning wake up call followed by your guide and goes to the height of 5545 m at the top of Kalapathar with the stunning view of sunrise at Everest and back to lodge for breakfast. Then continue back ward trek to Lobuche.
Day 12: Lobuche to Pheriche (5 hours of walking down)
Day 13: Pheriche to Namche (5 hours of walking down)
Day 14: Namche to Phakding (4 hours of walking down)
Day 15: Phakding to Lukla (3 hours of walking down)
Day 16: Lukla to Kathmandu (45 minutes of early morning flight)
Day 17: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 18: Transfer to the airport for final departure from Kathmandu.
Price: US$ 1070 / Person (including both way flight to Lukla)
The above trekking cost includes.
Everest National Park Permit
All land transportation with bus,
One Guide insured registered, experienced, salary, food and accommodation paid.
Accommodation on tea houses
3 Meals a day B/f, Lunch, Dinner
Equipments (Sleeping bag and down jacket)
Flight Ticket (Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu)
All taxes and Company service charge.
Accommodation in Kathmandu on BB plan basis.
The above trekking cost excludes.
Bar and beverage bills, bottled water, desserts, personal expenses, personal cloths
Personal insurance for health and evacuation and Tipping.
Entrance fees for Kathmandu sight seeing
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Ram Dungo (5925mtr) / climbing
Day 01 : Arrive Kathmandu.
Day 02 : sightseeing in Kathmandu.
Day 03 : Kathmandu to Barabise.
Day 04-16 : On Trek.
Day 17 : Climb Ramdung.
Day 18-23 :Tashi Laptsa pass and continue trek to Lukla.
Day 24 : Lukla to Kathmandu by flight.
Day 26 : Kathmandu to Airport drop
Pacharmo Peak / Climbing
2 Trek to Namche Bazar (3340m).
3 Trek to Khumjung (3790m), . Visit the local Khumjung Gompa, the school, hike to Kunde and visit the hospital and the Gompa. Overnight in lodge.
4 Trek to Thame. Overnight in camp.
5 Thame, rest day for acclimatization. Explore around.
6 Trek to Thengpo. Overnight in camp.
7 Trek to Parchamo Base Camp. Overnight in camp.
8 Parchamo High Camp. Overnight in camp.
9 Summit Mount Parchamo.
10 Reserve day.
11 Trek to Thengpo. Overnight in camp.
12 Trek to Thamo. Overnight in lodge.
13 Trek to Namche Bazar. Overnight in lodge.
14 Trek to Lukla. Overnight in lodge.
15 Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Cholatse peak(6440m)/climbing
Day 1: Arrival in kathmandu, move to Hotel.
Day 2: Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.
Day 3: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla(2800m). Trek to Phakding(2645m).
Day 4: Trek to Namche Bazar.
Day 5: Rest and Acclimatization in Namche Bazar.
Day 6: Trek to Khumjung .
Day 7: Trek to Dole(4200m).
Day 8: Trek to Macchermo(4410m).
Day 9: Trek to Gokyo Lake.(4750m).
Day 10: Trek to Gokyo Ri and trek to Tangan(4750m).
Day 11: Trek to Cholatse Base Camp (5,151m).
Day 12-17: Climbing Period.
Day 18: Cleaning up Base Camp and Trek back to Dole.
Day 19: Trek back to Khumjung.
Day 20: Trek back to Phakding.
Day 21: Trek back to Lukla.
Day 22: Fly back to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
Naya Kaga 5,844 m/climbing
Ascending to Ganja La and the summit of Naya Kanga offer the spectacular panoramic views of mountains in Nepal and Tibet including Langshisa Ri (6,370m/20,894ft), Pemthang Ri (6,836m/22,422ft), Shisapangma (8,046m/27,749ft), Langtang Lirung (7,425m/24,354ft), Pemthang Kapro Ri (6,830m/22,402ft) and Langtang II (6,571m/21,553ft). The normal route of ascent to Naya Kanga is via the north - East Ridge over a line on ice and snow. We follow the route of Langtang trek to Kyangjin (3,749m/12,297ft) for the ascent of Naya Kanga. To the north above Kangjin, there are several hills that provide both the magnificent views and acclimatization. Northeast of Kyangjin RI (4,700m/15,416ft), there are two peaks; Yala Peak (5,500m/18,040ft) and Tsergo Peak (5,749m/18,857ft) that provide good climbing for acclimatization. Climbing Naya Kanga from North-East Face and North Ridge.
Crossing the Langtang Khola below Kyangjin, we climb steeply along the ridge through a forest of rhododendron and juniper. Finally climbing more gently, we arrive at yak pastures of Ngegang at about 4000m. We continue following the trail to Ganja La climbing steeply through moraine . We leave Ganja La trail to climb steeply up yet more moraine to reach the eastern end of the glacier shelf beneath the north-east face of Naya Kanga. We set up the high camp here for the ascent. We cross the glacier shelf to the foot of a shallow couloir heading to the north ridge. We climb the couloir to the notch and the base of the ridge. Then we turn to the ice nose on the left which is only the technical section on the climb. Now the ridge widens and leads to a small col. on the east-west summit ridge and the summit is only 30m higher to the right. The climb near the summit should be done carefully. Normally, the ascent takes 5-7 hours from the high camp. For the return trek, we may follow Ganja La-Helambu route or back the way we came in to Dhunche.
Day by day Itinerary [Click here for detailed Itineray]
Day 01 - Arrive in TIA- Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu 1350 m, meet our representative and be transferred to the Hotel.
Day 02 - Half day Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley's important places.
Day 03 - Kathmandu to Syabrubeshi 1462 m
Day 04 - Shyabru besi to Lama Hotel 2600m
Day 05 - Lama Hotel to Langtang 3307m.
Day 06 - Lanhtang to Kyanjing Gompa 3049m
Day 07 - Rest day.
Day 08 - Kyanjing Gompa to Naya Kanga Base camp 5000m
Day 09 - Naya Kanga rest in Base camp 5410m
Day 10 - Naya Kangai Base camp to High camp. 5297m
Day 11 - Attempt to summit 5846 m.
Day 12 - Summit Naya Kanga and back to Base camp
Day 13 - Base camp - Kyanging Gompa - Langtang village
Day 14 - Langtang Village to Lama Hotel
Day 15 - Lama Hotel - Syabru village
Day 16 - Shyabru village ? Dhunche 966 m.
Day 17 - Drive Dunche to Kathmandu
Day 18 - Final day of the trip
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Kwangde(6,011m ) Climbing
Its glaciated southern flank is more aloof and is hidden at the northern end of the Lumding Drangka, a high and remote valley bound to the west by the tumbling glaciers of Karyolung (6,511m/21,361ft), Khartang (6,853m/22,484ft) and Numbur (6,959m/22,831ft). The Lumding valley is rarely visited by trekkers or expeditors. At the northern end of the valley, the stream cascades down a natural rocky barrier above which there is a moraine-bound lake- the Tsho Og, at the snout of the Limding Glacier. North of the Tsho Og, hidden in a huge rocky cwm- ???, is the massive Lumding Tsho Teng (5,151m/16,899ft).
All the routes climbed to-date on the Kwangde Peaks are difficult and none have proved to be suitable for commercial trekking expeditions. The routes on the North Face are particularly difficult and reflect recent developments in lightweight Himalayan climbing with an emphasis on technical difficulty and a high degree of commitment. They have invariably been made by two climbers without support camps or fixed ropes, although, in at least one case, a subsequent ascent has seen a return to traditional siege style tactics with masses of fixed ropes and camps. The routes on the South Face are also committing and difficult even though the climbing is more traditional in character.
The first ascent of Kwangde Lho was made by a Nepalese expedition in 1975 which was led by Kumar Khagda Bikram Shah. Lhakpa Tenzing. Sonam Gyalzen, Shambhu Tamang and Sonam Hisi reached the actual summit on October 17 via the South Ridge.
Experienced climbers who are looking for rarely climbed and challenging small peaks in the Himalayas will find this peak very attractive. Further information regarding arrangements to climb this peak will be provided on request.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1 Fly to Lukla- 2800m and then trek to Phakding- 2780m.
Day 2 Namche Bazaar- 3440m.
Day 3 Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar –short hike.
Day 4 Thyangboche- 3867m.
Day 5 Dingboche - 4360m.
Day 6 Chhukhung - 4730m.
Day 7 Imje Tse Base Camp – 4900m.
Day 8 High Camp - 5700m.
Day 9 Summit Camp- 6100m.
Day 10 Chhukhung - 4730m.
Day 11 Dingboche - 4350m.
Day 12 Thyangboche- 3867m.
Day 13 Namche Bazaar - 3440m.
Day 14 Phakding- 2780m.
Day 15 Lukla - 2800m.
Day 16 Return to Kathmandu by air.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Hiunchuli (6441m.)/climbing

This is the one of the popular peack . which is nearby the Annapurna south,is the fourth highest peak among the ‘trekking Peaks’ and considered one of the least difficult by expeditions. It was first summited in October 1971 by an American Peace Corps Expedition under the leadership of Craig Anderson.
Hiunchuli is part of the Annapurna range and was discovered by Jimmy Roberts, the father of commercial trekking. It is connected to the east face of Annapurna South. There are three major trekking peaks within the Annapurna Sanctuary, so named by Roberts, as the local inhabitants held the area sacred. They are Tent Peak, Fluted Peak and Hiunchuli.
This trip sets out from Pokhara valley. From Pokhara valley, the trail leads up slowly towards Annapurna Basecamp situated at an altitude of 4300m. One day rest will be set to explore the Annapurna Basecamp and for the acclimatization. Annapurna Basecamp is considered as the Hiunchuli Basecamp too. Three to four days are set aside for the ascent of this peak and then you will return ahead to Pokhara valley followed by same route as in the ‘Annapurna Sanctuary’ trek.
To attempt the mountain you will need some mountaineering skill and is relatively easy to get the climbing permission. The formidable front wall of the sanctuary has a fearsome reputation and there is no 'standard' route up. Any route is a challenging technical climb with devilish route finding, and is best tackled in true expedition style.
Itenerary
01 Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel.
02 Sightseeing in Katmandu
03 Drive to Pokhara or fly to Pokhara.
04 Drive to new bridge 1½ hours and commence trek to Tikhedunga.
05 Trek to Ghorepani through the rhododendron forest.
06 Go to Poon Hill (3200m) – 45 minutes for the beautiful sun rise and majestic
views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range. and trek to Tadapani (2700m).
07 Trek to Chhumrung (1900m).
08 Chhumrung to Dovan (2600m).
09 Dovan to Machhapuchhre Basecamp (4000m).
10 Machhapuchhre Basecamp to Annapurna Basecamp (4300m)and rest
11 Acclimatization day
12/15 Climb to & from Hiunchuli Peak
16 Annapurna Basecamp to Dovan.
17 Dovan to Jhinudanda (1600m).
18 Jhinudanda to Ghandruk (1950m)
19 Ghandruk to Pothana (1800).
20 Pothana to Pokhara .
21 Pokhara to Kathmandu by bus or fly to Kathmandu.
22 Departure.
PALDOR PEAK - 5896m /climbing
This peak can be climbed from North East, South East, West and South West Ridge. It was first climbed by Bill Tilman, Peter Lloyd, Tenzing Sherpa and Da Namgyal during the monsoon of 1949 by the North-East Ridge. Trekking to Paldor is one of the best and famous trekking routes in Ganesh Himal region. In this region you get to view stunning tranquil lakes, beautiful waterfalls, great Himalayan landscapes and lush green farming terraces. You also get an insight into the lifestyle and culture of the local Tamang and Gurung majorities. The trek begins from Syabru Besi which takes about nine hours drive from Kathmandu. You end your trekking in Khahare Bazaar and again drive back to Kathmandu.
ITINERARY
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 03: Drive to Syabru Besi (1400m)
Day 04: Trek to Gatlang (2,20m)
Day 05: Trek to Yuri Kharka
Day 07: Trek to Somdang (3,270m)
Day 08: Trek to Jasta Khani
Day 09: Trek to Paldor Base Camp (4,280m)
Day 10: Rest Day at Base Camp
Day 11: Climb to High Camp
Day 12: Rest Day at High Camp
Day 13: Trek to Summit of Paldor Peak (5,896m) and come back to Base Camp
Day 14: Trek to Somdang (3,270m)
Day 15: Trek to Narchet Kharka
Day 16: Trek to Sertung
Day 17: Trek to Jharlang
Day 18: Trek to Darkha
Day 19: Trek to Khahare Bazaar
Day 20: Drive to Kathmandu
Day 21: Depart Kathmandu
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Chulu East (6584)/Climbing
There exists considerable confusion with regard to the name and location of the Chulu peaks and what summit actually constitutes Chulu West and Chulu East, since it is soon becomes apparent to anyone that has climbed in the range that several other summits close by, which are actually part of the Chulu massif, are not indicated on present maps of the area. For the sake of clarification, four summits can be included in the Chulu group, two of which are possible on the permit for Chulu West and two on the Chulu East permit. What is apparent is that the available trekking map is highly misleading.
Many climbers are confused as to the exact location of these two peaks as the range has 4 or more summits in the immediate vicinity, which are unmarked in maps of this area. As a result many climbing parties have mistakenly climbed one of these peaks thinking it to be Chulu East or West. It usually understood that with the permit to climb the East or West peak an attempt could be made to the nearby peak as well. A climb of one or both of these peaks combined with Nepal's most famous Around the Annapurna region trek make up for one of the most spectacular Himalayan trekking and climbing.
TRIP ITINERARY:
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu - transfer hotel .
Day 02: Free day
Day 03: Kathmandu drive to Ngadi (930 m.)
Day 04: Ngadi trek to Jagat (1300 m.)
Day 05: Jagat trek to Taal (1707 m.)
Day 06: Tal trek to Bagar Chhap (2160 m.)
Day 07: Bagar Chhap trek to Chame (2670 m.)
Day 08: Chame trek to Hongde (3250 m.)
Day 09: Hongde trek to Ngawal Village (3600 m.)
Day 10: Ngawal trek to Base Camp
Day 11: Acclimatize
Day 12: Climb to High Camp
Day 13 - 14-15 -16: Climbing days
Day 17: Back to Base Camp
Day 18: Base Camp trek to Manang (3540 m.)
Day 19: Manang trek to Churi Lattar (4200 m)
Day 20: Churi Lattar trek to Thorang Phedi (4450 m.)
Day 21: Cross over the Thorang-La (5416 m to Muktinath (3750 m.)
Day 22: Muktinath trek to Kagbendi (2800 m. / 9185 ft)
Day 23: Kagbeni trek to Jomsom
Day 24: Jomsom flight to Pokhara
Day 25: Drive or flight back to Kathmandu
THARPU CHULI / climbing
Group Size 01 to 04 : US $ 350.
Group Size 05 to 08 : US $ 350.- + 40.- per extra person
09 to 12 : US $ 510.- + 25.- per extra person
Friday, January 15, 2010
Pisang Peak Climbing
Arrival Kathmandu. 1,350m
Meet you at Airport & transfer you to your kathmandu hotel. Trip Briefing. Overnight in Katmandu (1,350m/4,428ft).
Day 02:
Rock Climbing Course in Ktm
A days course will provide excellent opportunities to learn how to use rope, harness, Ice axe, crampons although there is no snow. Overnight in Kathmandu. Read more abtout climbing course.
Day 03:
Kathmandu to Besisahar by Bus 850m
Your adventure begins! Passing through many small villages on the way will fascinate you with snippets of every day living in these lowland villages. you will reach Besisahar in evening. Over night stay at lodge.
Day 04:
Besisahar to Bahundanda-(5-6hours) 1,310m/4,298ft
First day of your walk involves crossing a few suspension bridges, waterfalls, several ups and downs hill sections, across rice paddies and subtropical forest. The villages and people are an interesting mix. You eventually ascend to Bahundanda (Hills of Brahmins) for the over night, a village set on a long ridge at 1310m.Over night at lodge.
Day 05:
Bahundanda to Chamje-(5-6hours) 1,430m/4,690ft
After breakfast, we descend through amphitheatre-shaped rice terraces, along a steep vertical cliff, lush forests, and some culturally intriguing villages. We start gradually walking up after crossing suspension bridge in the Mayshyangdi River and get Jagat where we will step for lunch. We will have one and half hours further rocky trail walk to reach Chamje. Spend the night at Chamje.
Day 06:
Chamje to Dharapani-(5-6hours) 1,950m/6,396ft
Today you will cross a suspension bridge in Marshyangdi river just right after you left chamje and You will enter to Manang district after walking up hills before to reach tal, after passing fields of Corn. Barley and potatoes and then through forests of bamboo and Rhododendrons. Just right after the tal, you will across the river and continue walking through the cliffy way right above the river and reach Dharapani at late afternoon. Overnight at lodge.
Day 07:
Dharapani to Chame-(5-6hours) 2,630m/8,628ft
Today you will negotiate a few steep forested landscapes, along with several landslides on route, remember to look up though, as you will receive some sensational views of major Himalayan peaks. Today you will encounter some typical Tibetan villages enroute before to reach Chame. Chame is districts headquarter of Manang. Beautiful views of the Mt. Lamjung and Annapurna II can be seen from your hotel. Over night at lodge.
Day 08:
Chame to Upper Pisang-(5-6hours) 3,700m/12,136ft
A narrow steep path through a very dense pine forest will bring you to the dramatic curved rock face, rising 1500m from the river. As the trail opens up you will be surrounded by Himalayan Peaks all the way to Pisang. You will have an extra half an hour climb towards a big hill to reach Upper Pisang. Over night at lodge.
Day 09:
Day for relax and Acclimatize-3,700m/12,136ft
Today you will have a rest day here. Check and set up all the gears for climbing and acclimatized. Enjoy the whole day with very nice magnificent views of all the Annapurnas, Gangapurna and Tilicho. Relax day. Over night at lodge.
Day 10:
Trek to Pisang Peak Base Camp-(3-4hours) 4,380m/14,370ft
Today we start walking up towards Base camp after a day relax in Upper Pisang. From Upper Pisang village, the path ascends through sparse wood and pasture to a Kharka at (4,380m) which is considered the best place for setting up the base camp. It is in a flat alpine section along the well worn trail. Over night stay at tent.
Day 11:
Trek to Pisang Peak High Camp-(3-4hours) 5,400m/17,712ft
Today we walked for 4 -5 hours and set up our high camp at the height of 5400m after climbing to a shoulder on the south west ridge. There will be snow at the high camp from the end of November to the end of March. Over night at Tent.
Day 12:
Summit to the Peak and back to Base Camp-(7-9hours) 6,091m/19,980ft
Today is a day to fulfill your dream of Summit on Pisang Peak. From the High Camp,the well defined ridge leads to the final snow slop which is quite steep and more technical to reach the summit. Our guide will fixed the rope and lead you to the successful summit of the Pisang peak. After a Successful summit, you will walk down to Base Camp and stay over night at tent.
Day 13:
Pisang Peak Base Camp to Manang Valley-(5-6hours)3,450m/11,316ft
Today you will trek to Pisang village and continue trek to Manang village walking across the riverside. Here, you will notice a contrast with the landscape and vegetation. The cold, dry climate creates a much harsher environment. Incredible views of the towering Himalayan Peaks. Manang is a great Mt. Valley which has a rich customs & tradition and gives you an opportunity to observe a traditional lifestyle of Manangi People (one of the Ethnic Group people of Nepal). Over night stay at lodge.
Day 14:
Manang to Yak Kharka-(3-4hours) 4,110m/13,480ft
Today we start trek after breakfast and leave the trail off to Tilicho Lake on the left corner and continue a short walk up to Yak Kharka, a small settlement set at 4,110m/13,484ft. we will have a gradual ascent towards a little hill and way goes more right behind the hill and reach yak kharka. Overnight in Yak Karka (4,110m/13,484ft).
Day 15:
Yak Kharka to Thorong Pedi-(3-4hours) 4,600m/15,092ft
Make your way to the foot of the pass, Throng Phedi. A small places although busy settlement catering to the needs of trekkers and climbers. It is situated at the bottom of the thorong la and the trails continually step up to Thorong la afterwards. Overnight in Throng Phedi.
Day 16:
Cross Thorong la in morning and back to Muktinath-(8-10hours) 5,416m/17,765ft
An early start is most important to begin a long day trek over the pass. Crossing this fabulasThrong La pass {5,416m/17,769ft} will be an unforgettable experience. However, the problem may arise due to the altitude and snow. It may causes problem to cross the pass if it is covered by snow. The views from the trail and from the pass itself are outstanding high Himalayan scenes. We will enjoy the top with a hot cup of tea/coffee (But not available at Dec - Feb) and enjoy the celebration of success at the pass. And start a long descent to another part of the Annapurna and reach Muktinath at evening. Overnight in Muktinath (3,800/12,467ft).
Day 17:
Trek down to Kagbeni-(3-4hours)
Today we will have easy walking day down to Kagbeni. After 30 minute walk from Muktinath, we will arrive Jharkot, a rich village which still have similar culture and tradition like Tibet. It is probably a best village to overview the landscapes and combination of dry hills with green field. We trek further down to Kagbeni and spend Overnight at Lodge.
Day 18:
Trek to Jomsom-(3-4hours) 2,800m/9,184ft
Today we will have pleasant walking through the sand bar of Kali Gandaki river. You can give an hour enroute to look for fossils on riverside while walking because finding a natural fossil from the Kaligandaki River brings good luck in your life. We will make this walk before the wind start blowing in Kaligandaki valley. Jomsom is the head quarter of Mustang and it is inhabitant of Thakali people with rich culture and tradition. You can rush your afternoon to visit Ecological museum of the Jomsom which gives you more information of the old traditional culture, tradition, flora and fauna of the valley. Over night stay at lodge.
Day 19:
Early morning flight to Pokhara-(25min flight)8,20m/2,690ft
We pack our bags at early morning and get ready for the Trans Himalayan flight to Pokhara. The flight transit through between two high peaks Annapurna and Dhaulagiri and give us a wonderful opportunity to enjoy with best views of surrounding Himalayas. We have full afternoon at Pokhara to enjoy with its natural side and over night stay at hotel in pokhara. You can also take 45 min flight back to kathmandu at same day connection from Jomsom if you do not have time to explore in Pokhara Valley.
Day 20:
Depature to ktm-1,350m/4,428ft
Today we will have an early scenic drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara. Our drives of today is very much natural drive which comes through the cultivated lands,Local villages and engage together with rafting river at the lunch time. And we will arrive kathmandu at afternoon. We will host last farewell dinner on typical Nepalese restaurant in evening and over night stay at Kathmandu Hotel.
Day 21:
Final Depature
If you have further trip booked with us you may precede for this or if you are taking a final flight back to your country, we will transfer you to the airport for your onward destination
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Yala Peak Climbing 5732 meters
Our journey starts once we leave Kathmandu and drive to Dhunche which is about 7 to 8 hours by bus and we flow the trekking route of Langtang valley and Kyangjin Gompa. Once we pass Kyangjin Gompa then we will turn north to see Yala Peak. Yala peak offers you a spectacular view of Langtang, Lirung, Langsisha Ri, Gangchepo, Dorche Pakpa and many more mountain ranges from Nepal and Tibet.
Itinerary
Day 01 - Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1345meters). Overnight at hotel.
Day 02- Pre-trip Meeting and Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 - Drive to Sybru Bensi (1462meters) by bus 8 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 04 - Trek to Lama Hotel (2500meters) 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 05 - Trek to Langtang Village (3307meters) 5 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 06 - Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3798meters) 4 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 07 - Kyanjin Gompa exploration and acclimatization day. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 08 - Trek to Yala peak Base camp (4400meters) 5 hours. Overnight at Tented camp.
Day 09 - Summit Yala Peak(5732 meters) and back to Kyangjin Gompa. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 10 - Spare day in case of bad weather. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 11 - Trek back to Lama Hotel (2500meters) 5.30 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 12 - Trek to Syabru Besi(1462meters). 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 13 - Drive back to Kathmandu by bus. 8 hours. Overnight at hotel.
Day 14 - Leisure day in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Day 15 - Transfer to international airport for your final departure.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Lobuje 6,119 m /climbing
Laurence Nielson and Ang Gyalzen Sherpa made the first recorded ascent to Lobuje East on 25 April 1984. The mountain consists of two summits, East and West with heights of 6,119 m and 6,145 m respectively. A continuous ridge connects them but there is still a sharp gap and a considerable distance between them.
The East Peak is recognized as a trekking peak, whereas the West is known as an Expedition Peak. The East face rises over the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to a spectacular skyline, forming the south ridge.
This course is suitable for the complete novice or as a great refresher for those who want to climb again. The course curriculum includes an introduction to equipment, crevasse rescue, ice climbing skills, rope work and comprehensive mountaineering safety techniques.
There are three itinerary options for Lobuje Mountaineering Instruction Course
A. Self-acclimatizing, and joining the course in the mountain village of Dzongla.
(5 days)
From Dzungla to Dzungla
Grade Difficult
Season: 16-21 April, 30 April-05 May, 14-19May, 03-08 November, 24-29 November
Max Elevation 6,119 m
Cost $700
Day 1: Depart Dzungla tea house, trek to Cho La Pass.
Day 2: Acclimatization and instructional day
Day 3: AM - Instruction. PM - Depart Cho La for Lobuje base Camp 5400m
Day 4: Climb to high camp
Day 5: Summit day (early start!)
Day 6: Floating day to allow for bad weather or illness
Kusum Kangru 6,369 meters/ climbing
Days 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu; transfer to the Hotel
Days 02 : Sight seeing around Kathmandu valley
Days 03 : Fly to Lukla; Trek to Phakding
Days 04 : Trek to Namche Bazaar
Days 05 : Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Days 06 : Trek to Base camp; just before
Days 07 : Trek to Base camp
Days 08 - 15 : Climbing period
Days 16 - 17 : Trek back to Namche Bazaar
Days 18 : Trek to Lukla
Days 19 : Fly back to Kathmandu
Days 20 - 21 : Free day in Kathmandu
Days 22 : Departure on your own destination
Mt. Lhotse ( 8,516 m)/climbing
Beginning our expedition after a panoramic flight to Lukla, following the classis Everest route, we set up base camp on same as Everest Base camp, after our strong team of Sherpas set up various camps, whereas members have the chance to up and down acclimatizing and on a favourable day we attempt to climb this mountain impressive mountain.
Full Board Service up to the Summit
Service includes
4 nights standard tourist class hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing bed & breakfast basis,
Permit fee of Mt. Lhotse,
All ground transportation including airport-hotel-airport transfers,
Professional high altitude climbing Sherpas,
Base Camp cook, Kitchen helper and Government Liaison officer,
Equipment allowance, daily wages and insurance for the above mentioned staff and liaison officer,
All Base Camp food, fuel and accommodation for member and Sherpa staffs throughout the expedition period and while trekking to/from Base Camp on full board basis,
Transportation of all food supply and the other equipments to/from Base Camp,
Complete BC equipments: member tent, staff tent, chair table, toilet tent, shower tent, Kitchen and dining tent,
1 Gamow Bag (Hyperbaric Chamber), 1 Generator or Solar panel,
Garbage deposit fee,
Agency service charge and related administrative fees,
Emergency Helicopter rescue arrangements,
All High altitude tents, food, fuel and other group logistical equipments for member and climbing Sherpa,
Cargo clearance & duties fees,
Last farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
Cost excludes
Air travel to/from Nepal,
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu,
Drinks, laundry, postage, telephone bills and all items of personal nature,
Departure tax at Kathmandu int'l airport,
Satellite phone on renting US$ 300+ U$ 100 for 80 units,
Extra high altitude Sherpa if needed,
Personal travel, high risk, accidental and medical insurance of member,
Emergency rescue evacuations,
Respective expenses if one returns earlier from the expedition due to sickness or emergency purpose.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Ama Dablam Expedition 6812m./climbing
Generally three camps are set in the approach above the base camp but only two camps are used to spend the night. The first day expedition is a harder day to ascend Camp I from the base camp. We move up the grassy moraines ridges and passing through a saddle and turn to north climbing up rocking meadows and first camp set in 5725meter. Climb the ridge along with fixed ropes line and crosses rocky area to the Camp II which leads to the top of a Yellow Tower. The climbing route from camp II smoothly changes with steep mixed rock and snow. A superb alpine rock climbing is found on the first step leading snow ridge to camp III. The final pitches of the route are on the perfect 50-degree snow and ice face above Camp III . This face tops out right at the summit.
South- West Ridge Route:A scramble to camp I Climbing on rock and snow to camp II. Climbing on steep mixed snow and ice to Camp III, The summit day is steep snow 60 degrees.
Experience Required for Amadablam Expedtion : This expedition is one of the most technical and hard expedition. It can be necessary to have good skill on rock and snow climbing with the climbers.
Itinerary
Day 01: Prior to landing in the Tribhuvan International Airport, you could have some excellent views of snow-capped mountains, meet with our tour coordinator and transfer to hotel.
Day 02-03: Preparation day at Kathmandu.
Day 04: Early morning fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding.
Day 05: Trek to Namche Bazaar.
Day 06: Acclimatizing day at Namche Bazaar.
Day 07: Trek to Tenboche.
Day 08: Trek to Amadablam Base Camp.
Day 09: Preparation day at Base Camp.
Day 10-24: Climbing Period.
Day 25-27: Retrace to Lukla.
Day 28: Early morning fly to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 29: Free day at Kathmandu.
Day 30: Departure to Airport.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Pumori ( 7161m.)/climbing
Pumori is generally considered to be technically challenging and requires climbers to be experienced as well as in faultless physical condition. For one such climber this mountain could become the most rewarding challenger in the Himalaya.
Our trek kicks off at Lukla. For the actual climb we will use the classical route which was first opened by a German -Swiss team. We climb the enormous south-east slope till the junction with the north-east ridge. This route requires the least amount of technically: but is exposed to objective dangers: an avalanche prone section and a section exposed to seracfall. The Base Camp is at an altitude of 3500m while the advanced camp is established at an altitude of 5900m.
No high altitude experience necessary. It is mostly a snow climb up fixed lines that we will all take part in fixing. Some snow/ice climbing ability really helps here. You will need crampons and an ice axe for some of the snow/ice and mixed stretches, so experience with use of these is mandatory. Of course you will need to be in an above average shape and a positive mental attitude is as important as good physical condition.
MT. PUMORI ROUTE INFORMATION:
South Ridge- a scramble to (ABC) Advanced Base Camp, gradual to steep snow to Camp 1, to camp 2 mixed snow & ice (grade 3 ice) & rock 5.4 easy to moderate, summit day is steep snow 55 degrees.
Itinerary:
1. Arrive Kathmandu (1,300 meters). Hotel. (A)
2. In Kathmandu; visit temples; city tour; shopping. Hotel. (A,B)
3. Fly to Lukla (2860m). Walk to Phakding (2652m). Teahouse or camping. (A,B,L,D)
4. Walk to Namche Bazaar (3446m). Teahouse or camping. (A,B,L,D)
5. Rest and acclimatization in Namche. Teahouse or camping. (A,B,L,D)
6. Walk to Pangboche (3757m). Teahouse or camping. (A,B,L,D)
7. Walk to Pheriche (4250m). Visit the Himalayan Rescue Association health clinic. Teahouse or camping. (A,B,L,D)
8. Walk to Dugla (4650m). Teahouse or camping. (A,B,L,D)
9. Walk to Lobuche (4930m). Teahouse or camping. (A,B,L,D)
10. Rest in Lobuche. (A,B,L,D)
11. Walk to base camp (5300m). (A,B,L,D)
12. Rest, organization, and training day in base camp. (A,B,L,D)
13. Walk to ABC (5700m). Return t (A,B,L,D)o base camp. (A,B,L,D)
14. Walk to ABC, and sleep there. (A,B,L,D)
15. Explore route to camp 1 (6100m), return to base camp. (A,B,L,D)
16. Rest in base camp. (A,B,L,D)
17. Walk to camp 1, sleep there. (A,B,L,D)
18. Rest and acclimatization in camp 1. (A,B,L,D)
19. Explore route to camp 2 (6600m). Return to base camp. (A,B,L,D)
20. Rest in base camp. (A,B,L,D)
21. Rest in base camp. (A,B,L,D)
22. Walk to camp 1. Sleep there. (A,B,L,D)
23. Climb to camp 2, sleep there. (A,B,L,D)
24. Attempt summit (7161m). (A,B,L,D)
25. Attempt summit. (A,B,L,D)
26. Attempt summit. (A,B,L,D)
27. Attempt summit. (A,B,L,D)
28. Attempt summit. Return to base camp.
29. Pack up base camp. (A,B,L,D)
30. Trek down to Pangboche. Teahouse or camping. (A,B,L,D)
31. Trek to Namche, Teahouse or camping. (A,B,L,D)
32. Trek to Lukla. Teahouse or camping. (A,B,L,D)
33. Flight to Kathmandu. Hotel. (A,B,L,D)
34. Extra day in Kathmandu, in case of delay, and for sightseeing, gift shopping. Hotel. (A,B)
35. Fly Home. Thanks for joining our expedition (B)
(Abbreviation: A - Accommodation, B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner)
Friday, January 8, 2010
Ama Dablam 6812m./climbing
The jewel of the Himalayas. This is one of the most beautiful alpine rock climb mountain situated in Khumbu region of Nepal, it is a technical mountain for climbing. Our climbing route is classic south-west ridge, an alpine climber's dream route with its ice faces and steep, clean rock in a magnificent Himalayan setting. The summit from the Amadablam provides excellent views of the four world's highest Choyo, Lhotse, Everest and Makalu mountains. We invite you to be part of our expedition. Adventure one step beyond.
Generally three camps are set in the approach above the base camp but only two camps are used to spend the night. The first day expedition is a harder day to ascend Camp I from the base camp. We move up the grassy moraines ridges and passing through a saddle and turn to north climbing up rocking meadows and first camp set in 5725meter. Climb the ridge along with fixed ropes line and crosses rocky area to the Camp II which leads to the top of a Yellow Tower. The climbing route from camp II smoothly changes with steep mixed rock and snow. A superb alpine rock climbing is found on the first step leading snow ridge to camp III. The final pitches of the route are on the perfect 50-degree snow and ice face above Camp III . This face tops out right at the summit.
South- West Ridge Route:A scramble to camp I Climbing on rock and snow to camp II. Climbing on steep mixed snow and ice to Camp III, The summit day is steep snow 60 degrees.
Experience Required for Amadablam Expedtion : This expedition is one of the most technical and hard expedition. It can be necessary to have good skill on rock and snow climbing with the climbers.
Itinerary
Day 01: Prior to landing in the Tribhuvan International Airport, and transfer to hotel.
Day 02-03: Preparation day at Kathmandu.
Day 04: Early morning fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding.
Day 05: Trek to Namche Bazaar.
Day 06: Acclimatizing day at Namche Bazaar.
Day 07: Trek to Tenboche.
Day 08: Trek to Amadablam Base Camp.
Day 09: Preparation day at Base Camp.
Day 10-24: Climbing Period.
Day 25-27: Retrace to Lukla.Day 28: Early morning fly to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.Day 29: Free day at Kathmandu.Day 30: Departure to Airport.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Kanchanjunga 8,586m. Expedition
Thee first Westerner to explore Kanchanjunga was the British botanist JD Hooker, who visited the area twice in 1848 and 1849. Exploration of the Sikkim, side of the peak continued with both British and pundit explorers mapping and photographing until 1899. In that year a party led by Douglas fresh field made a circuit of Kanchanjunga and produced what is still one of the most authoritative maps of the region.
Exploration continued, mostly from the Sikkim side, with expeditions starting from Darjeeling in British India. One of the major contributors to Western knowledge about the region was Dr AM Kellas, who later died in Tibet during the approach march of the 1921 Everest expedition. German expeditions attacked the peak in 1929, 1930 and again in 1931, but none was successful. After the was Sikkim was closed but Nepal was open. In 1955 a team led by Dr Charl es Evans approached the peak via the Yalung Glacier. Two teams climbed the peak, stopping just short of the summit to conform to an agreement with the Maharaja of Sikkim that the summit would remain inviolate.
The Japanese then took up the challenge and mounted expeditions in 1967, 1973 and n1974. when they climbed Yalung Kang. A German Expedition climbed Yalung Kang in 1975, and in Indian army team mounted the second successful expeditions to the main peak of Kanchanjunga.
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu, transfer to hotel
Day 02: Prepare for expedition & briefing
Day 03: Drive to Ilam, Fhidim, Kabeli Khola -Camp
Day 04: Kabeli Khola – Sikaicha - Camp
Day 05: Sikaicha – Khesewa - Camp
Day 06: Khesewa – Mamankhe - Camp
Day 07: Mamakhe – Yamphudin 1670m - Camp
Day 08: Yamphudin – Chittre (Omje Khola) Camp
Day 09: Chittre – Torontan - Camp
Day 10: Torontan – Tseram - Camp
Day 11: Tseram – Ramze - Camp
Day 12: Ramze – Glacier - Camp
Day 13: Glacier – Kanchanjunga Base Camp
Day 14 –40: Climbing period Kanchanjunga 8586m.
Day 41: Base Camp – Ramje - Camp
Day 42: Ramje – Amije Khole - Camp
Day 43: Amije – Yamphudin - Camp
Day 44: Yamphuding – Khewang - Camp
Day 45: Khewang – Panchami - Camp
Day 46: Panchami - Ghopetar
Day 47: Ghopetar drive to Biratnagar & fly back Kathmandu
Day 48: Kathmandu
Day 49: Kathmandu
Day 50: Final departure, transfer to airport
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Mt. Annapurna I Expedition (8091m)
Ascend up to Kaligandaki valley via natural hot water spring, exploring Dhaulagiri icefall and observing the Thakali people and their way of life as well as the views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Itinerary In Detail
Days 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu, hotel
Days 02 : Stay in Kathmandu for official procedure, hotel
Days 03 : Drive to Beni, camp
Days 04 : Trek to Tatopani, camp
Days 05 : Trek to Ghasa, camp
Days 06 : Trek to Lete, camp
Days 07 : Trek to Thulo Bugin, camp
Days 08 : Trek to Thulo Bugin pass, camp
Days 09 : Trek to Mristi Khola, camp
Days 10 : Trek to advance Base camp, camp
Days 11 - 52 : Climbing period
Days 53 : Trek to Thulo Bugun, camp
Days 54 : Trek to Lete, camp
Days 55 : Trek to Tukuche, camp
Days 56 : Trek to Jomsom, camp
Days 57 : Fly to Pokhara and continuous to Kathmandu
Days 58 - 59 : Rest days in Kathmandu
Days 60 : Depature from Kathmandu
Mount Cho Oyu/climbing
Most of the Cho Oyu expedition teams climb from Tibet side due the easy technique-climbing route. Since 1998, our company “Nature Trail Trekking and Expedition" is also conducting the expedition from Tibet side. We also had Golden jubilee Cho Oyu Expedition in Autumn 2004.Cho Oyu is the sixth highest mountain in the world, located a short distance to the west from Everest (the highest) and Lhotse (the fourth highest) in the Khumbu region of Eastern Nepal along the Tibetan border. Its towering peak stands with Everest well above the surrounding mountains. It became a familiar landmark to climbers ascending Everest's north face. Just west of Cho Oyu is the Nangpa La, a 19,000-foot glacier pass, the main trade route between the Khumbu Sherpas and Tibet. Cho Oyu's proximity to the Nangpa La has earned it the distinction among some climbers as being the easiest 8,000 meter peak. It was the third such peak climbed, and the first climbed in Autumn.
Friday, January 1, 2010
Everest climbing
2) In Kathmandu; visit temples, city tour, shopping and restaurants. Hotel;
Trekking to Basecamp:
3) Fly to Lukla (2860 metres/9,400 feet). Walk to Phakding (2650 metres/8,700 feet). Teahouse or camping,
4) Walk to Namche Bazaar (3450 metres/11,300 feet). Teahouse or camping;
5) Rest and acclimatization in Namche. Check email, send messages at cyber-café, and eat at one of the many great restaurants in town. Teahouse or camping;
6) Walk to Pangboche (3750 metres/12,300 feet). Participate in a Buddhist Puja blessing ceremony with the local Lama at the monastery if you wish. Teahouse or camping;
7) Walk to Pheriche (4250 metres/13,900 feet). Visit the Himalayan Rescue Association health clinic. Teahouse or camping;
8) Walk to Dugla (4600 metres/15,100 feet). Teahouse or camping;
9) Walk to Lobuche (4900 metres/16,100 feet);
10) Walk to Gorak Shep (5150 metres/16,900 feet). Teahouse or camping;
11) Walk to basecamp (5000 metres/17,400 feet);
12) Rest, organization, and training day in basecamp;
13) Rest, organization, and training day in basecamp;
Climbing Everest:
14) Climb partway to camp 1 at 5800 metres/19,000 feet. Return to basecamp;
15) Rest in basecamp;
16) Climb to camp 1 at 5800 metres/19,000 feet. Return to basecamp;
17) Rest in basecamp (photo right by Bruce Manning: Team members crossing a ladder over a deep crevasse in the ubiquitous Khumbu Icefall. We have fixed rope and ladders laid through the whole maze of shifting glacial seracs);
18) Climb to camp 1, sleep there;
19) Walk to camp 2 at 6200 metres/20,300 feet, return to camp 1, sleep there;
20) Return to basecamp;
21) Rest in basecamp;
22) Rest in basecamp;
23) Rest in basecamp;
24) Walk to camp 1. Sleep there (photo right by Dan Mazur: A perfect view of Camp 1 looking up towards the Lhotse face on the Western Cwm);
25) Walk to camp 2. Sleep there;
26) Rest in camp 2;
27) Explore route to camp 3 (7300 metres/24,000 feet), return to camp 2, sleep there;
28) Return to basecamp;
29) Rest in basecamp;
30) Rest in basecamp;
31) Rest in basecamp;
32) Walk to camp 1, sleep there;
33) Walk to camp 2. Sleep there (photo right by Bruce Manning: A view of our comfortable camp 2 looking up towards the Lhotse face);
34) Rest in camp 2;
35) Walk to camp 3. Sleep there;
36) Descend to camp 1 or camp 2. Sleep there;
Rest in Basecamp or Descend to a Lower Village:
37) Return to basecamp;
38) Rest in basecamp or descend to a lower village such as Pangboche;
39) Rest in basecamp or a lower village;
40) Return to basecamp from lower village. Rest in basecamp;
Summit Attempt:
41) Walk to camp 1, sleep there;
42) Walk to camp 2, sleep there;
43) Walk to camp 3, sleep there;
44) Walk to camp 4 at 8000 metres/26,200 feet, sleep there;
45) Attempt summit (photo right by Bruce Manning: Our team members starting their ascent of the Lhotse face);
46) Attempt summit;
47) Return to camp 2, sleep there;
48) Return to basecamp;
49) Rest in basecamp;
50) Rest in basecamp;
51) Rest in basecamp;
52) Rest in basecamp;
53) Walk to camp 2, sleep there;
54) Walk to camp 3, sleep there (photo by Dan Mazur: Approaching the Hillary Step);
55) Walk to camp 4, sleep there;
56) Attempt summit;
57) Attempt summit;
Going Home:
58) Return to camp 2;
59) Pack up camp 2;
60) Return to basecamp;
61) Pack up basecamp;
62) Pack up basecamp;
63) Trek down to Pheriche. Camp;
64) Trek down to Pangboche. Teahouse or camping;
65) Trek to Namche, Teahouse or camping;
66) Trek to Lukla. Teahouse or camping;
67) Flight to Kathmandu. Hotel;
68) Extra day in Kathmandu, in case of delay, and for sightseeing, gift shopping. Hotel;
69) Fly Home. Thanks for joining our expedition!
Mera Peak/ climbing
This is the highest trekking peak in Nepal, standing at 6476m/21246 ft, and is situated in an uninhabited and unspoilt part of Nepal to the south-east of Everest. Whilst the summit of Mera is our ultimate goal, the outstanding feature of this trip is the trek through the Hinku valley which is one of the wildest and most beautiful in Nepal.This will allow us to sample a true 'wilderness experience' en route to Mera.
We start the trek by flying to Lukla and from here proceed slowly to the east, crossing the Zatr La, and after nine days trekking we eventually reach the Mera La where we site our base camp.On the trail to the Zatr La
Mera Peak Trek - The Climb
From the Mera La it is possible to ascend to the summit in one day, but we will make use of a high camp to increase our chances of success. The steady climb to the north summit rewards our efforts with one of the finest viewpoints in Nepal, giving fantastic views of five 8000m peaks, Everest and Lhotse to the north, Kanchenjunga and Makalu to the east, and Cho Oyu to the west.This trek is a fully equipped camping trek with accommodation in two person tents and food being cooked by our kitchen staff. Transport to and from the Everest region is by air.
1.Arrive Kathmandu,transfer from airport to hotel
2.At leisure in Kathmandu, preparation for trek
3.Fly to Lukla, trek to Chutanga (3100m)
4.Acclimatisation day at Chutanga (3100m)
5.Cross Zatr La to Tuli Kharka (4400m)
6.Tuli Kharka to Kothe (3600m)
7.Kothe to Tangnag (4350m)
8.Acclimatisation Day at Tangnag (4350m)
9.Tangnag to Khare (5100m)
10.Acclimatisation Day at Khare (5100m)
11.Khare to Mera La (5415m)
12.Mera La to High Camp (5800m)
13.Ascent of Mera Peak (6476m),return to Base Camp at Mera La (5415m)
14.Spare Day
15.Mera La to Tangnag (4350m)
16.Tangnag to Kothe (3600m)
17.Kothe to Tuli Kharka (4400m)
18.Tuli Kharka to Lukla (2800m)
19.Fly to Kathmandu
20.At leisure in Kathmandu
21.Transfer from hotel to airport, fly home