Himlung Expedition
Trip Facts
Trip Introduction:
Himlung Expedition is a newly opened expedition that takes you to Mt. Himlung (7126 m). It is located near the Tibetan border between Manaslu and Annapurna ranges, in a secluded area.
The expedition journey takes you through a small village of Koto towards an interesting Tibetan village of Phu. The trekking route from Manang to Phu village is remote and untouched as very few tourists have explored this part of Nepal. The landscape is mostly composed of high peaks, passes, glaciers, narrow gullies, forests, and ancient villages. While trekking, we also come across some Buddhist monasteries and have a chance to experience a unique culture and traditional lifestyle of the local people. In addition, we also enjoy the spectacular views of Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Gangapurna, and many other peaks.
Himlung Expedition: the climb
The normal climbing route we follow is via West Ridge. We set up Base Camp at the elevation of 4900m at the upper border of one of the pastures close to Phu village. We have to set up 3 high camps - Camp I at the elevation of 5450m, Camp II at 6000m and Camp III at 6350m to reach the summit. As far as the technical aspect of Mt. Himlung is concerned, it is not a difficult mountain for climbing. However, it is a very beautiful mountain from its base camp to the Summit.
The best time for Himlung Expedition is April to end of May and beginning of September to end of December.
Himalayan Global Expedition provides experienced, license holder climbing Sherpa guides, supportive crew and organize all necessary documents /climbing permit, camp facilities, land transportation, set up high camps, fix ropes, oxygen food, high altitude food, branded tents for the expedition. For more detail, email us at info@himalayanglobal.com
Trip Highlights
- One of the recently opened mountains above 7,000m for climbing expedition
- Technically not difficult to climb and summit
- Three high camps require before reaching the Summit
- Snow, ice and rock climbing with some steep faces and crevasses
- Rope fixing, using an ice axe and foot timing r to climb
- Very few climbers have attempted to climb this mountain till date
Day 01 Arrival Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
Day 02 Preparation and Expedition Briefing
Day 04 Drive from Kathmandu to Koto Besisahar (760m); Overnight lodge
Day 05 Drive from Besishar to Koto (2,600m)
Day 06 Trek from koto to Dharamsala (3,200m); Overnight Lodge
Day 07 Trek from Dharamsala to Phu-Khola (3,800m); Camping
Day 08 Trek from Phu-Khola to Phu-Gaun (4,400m)
Day 09 Trek from Phu-Gaun to Himlung Base Camp (4850m); Camping
Day 10-28 Climbing Period for Himlung Himal Summit (7,126m) & Back to Basecamp
Day 29 Trek Back from Base Camp to Phu-Gaun; Camping
Day 30 Trek from Phu-Gaun to Dharamsala; Lodge
Day 31 Trek from Dharamsala to Koto
Day 32 Drive from koto to Besisahar
Day 33 Drive from Besishar to Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel
Day 34 Free day in Kathmandu and Farewell dinner
Day 35 Transfer to Airport for final Departure
- Airport picks up and transfers by private vehicle
- Welcome Dinner in Kathmandu
- 4 Nights accommodation at hotel in Kathmandu inclusive of breakfast
- Drive from Kathmandu - Koto - Kathmandu
- Full board camping from Koto to Himlung Base Camp
- Himlung Expedition permits
- Annapurna Conservational Area Permit fees
- Garbage Deposit fees
- Himlung Expedition Royalty 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 Koto - Base Camp - Koto
- 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
- 1 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
- Himlung Expedition climbing certificate (after climbing Himlung 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
- Personal Satellite phone permit
- Filming & Videography
- Extra personal expenses
- Climbing Sherpa Summit bonus (Minimum 900 USD)
- Tips for Nepali staff
- 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’
