Churen Himal Expedition
Trip Facts
Trip Introduction:
Churen Himal Expedition to this 7000m high mountain on the Dhaulagiri range is in the western part of Nepal. The Dhaulagiri range locates consists of Dhaulagiri II, III, V, IV, Junction Peak, Churen East, Central and West, Putha Hiunchuli and Hiunchuli Patan. Out of 3 major peaks of Churen Himal- Central (7,385m), Eastern (7,371m) and Western are prominent. But, only Churen Himal East (7,371m) is open for commercial climbing. To climb Churen Himal East is not so easy technically; as we require two high camps before scaling the summit.
Churen Himal Expedition: The climb
To climb Churen Himal, we begin our journey into the Dhorpatan hills passing through several ethnic villages, rivers and glacial streams, lake, and Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve. The expedition takes you into the remote area in the west of Nepal where very few foreigners have reached.
From here, travelling along the river banks of Kapekhola, we reach the base camp in approx. 4 hrs. The Base Camp is located at an altitude of 4800m. Climbing Churen Himal is not as easy, and we need at least two high camps before we summit. Along the route to the east, we can see Dhaulagiri 1-5 and Putha Hiunchuli to the west. High peak sleeping bags and resourceful equipment are necessary.
Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel
Day 02 Expedition Briefing and preparation
Day 03 Fly From Kathmandu to Pokhara Airpot (980m)
Day 04 Drive from pokhara to Takam (1,500m)
Day 05 Trek From Takam to Lumsum Village; Overnight in camp
Day 06 Trek From Lumsum Village to Gurja Gaon; Overnight in Camp
Day 07 Trek From Gurja Gaon to Dirsinge Kharka; Overnight in Camp
Day 08 Trek from Dirsinge Kharka to Burjunga Kharka (4300m) Overnight in camp
Day 09 Burjunga Kharka to Churen Himal Base Camp (4600m) Overnight in camp
Day 10-29 Climbing period From Basecamp to Summit (7,371m) & Back to Basecamp
Day 30 Churen Himal Base Camp to Burjunga Kharka; Overnight in camp
Day 31 Burjunga Kharka to Gurjagoan; Overnight in camp
Day 32 Gurjagoan to Lulang village; Overnight in camp
Day 33 Lulang to Takum; Overnight in camp
Day 34 Drive from Takum to Pokhara; Hotel
Day 35 Drive From Pokhara to Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel
Day 36 Free day in Kathmandu, farewell dinner
Day 37 Transfer to Airport For Final Departure
- Airport pick up and transfer by private vehicle
- Welcome Dinner in Kathmandu
- 4 Nights accommodation at hotel in Kathmandu inclusive of breakfast
- Drive from Pokhara - Takam - Pokhara
- Full board camping from Takam to Churen Himal Base Camp
- Churen Himal Expedition permits
- Conservational Area Permit fees
- Churen Himal Royalty Fees
- Garbage Deposit fees
- High altitude climbing food, fuel, Gas above base camp
- Guide, cook, porters, helpers up to base camp
- Climbing Sherpa (1 member = 1 Sherpa Ratio on the climbing day)
- Per member gets 2 porters for carrying 60 kg from Takam - Base Camp - Takam
- Full board meals during the trekking and expedition period
- 1 tent for 1 member for Expedition north face brand V-25 or Similar tent
- Heater for base camp in each Dining and other necessary camp
- All camping gear that includes dining tent, toilet tent, shower tent, table and chairs, Mattresses Sharing with other members
- Liaison officer's allowances, equipment for the expedition, insurance, daily wages sharing with another group
- Expedition Crew’s allowances for Expedition, insurance, daily wages
- Base Camp Guide, Cook, Kitchen boys and Kitchen helpers sharing with other members
- 1 set of Oxygen- Mask and regulator in case of Emergency
- Oxygen bottles will be in stock at base camp in case of an emergency (with some charge)
- Satellite phone (Pay call basis) / Walkie - Talkie
- Gamo Bag (life-saving device in case of altitude sickness) sharing with group members
- Solar panel for light and charges batteries
- Company service charges
- Farewell dinner
- Churen Himal climbing certificate (after climbing Churen Himal successfully)
- International flight fares
- International airport departure tax
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Single supplement during the entire trip
- Note: Additional cost applies for single supplement
- Personal climbing gears–clothing, sleeping bags, climbing equipment. Please click ‘equipment checklist’
- Personal Travel/Medical/Accident/Emergency evacuation insurance
- International cargo customs clearance fee
- Emergency evacuation, Helicopter rescue if required
- Alcoholic beverage & bottle drinks
- Climbing Sherpa summit bonus (minimum 900 USD)
- Personal Satellite phone permit
- Filming & Videography
- Extra personal expenses
- Tips for Nepali staffs
- All expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evacuation fee, transport, extra hotel night, food etc.)
- Any changes incurred as a result of delay beyond the control of ‘Himalayan Global Expedition’
- Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail, internet between Nepal and your home country)
- Medical evacuation insurance policy is mandatory
- Any other services not specified in the ‘Cost Includes’
