HIMLUNG HIMAL EXPEDITION ( 7,126 M )
HIMLUNG HIMAL EXPEDITION ( 7,126 M )
Go the extra mile and make a highly recommended detour off the usual path to this rarely visited purely Tibetan influenced region steeped in Buddhism. Himlung Himal (7126m) is in the Manaslu region of Nepal wedged between the Annapurna Range and Manaslu Range, close to the Tibetan border in a very far-flung western region of Nepal. This mountain is an excellent warm-up for those wanting to go higher, but in itself will give you all the thrills of a true mountain climbing expedition. You will be within the Manaslu Conservation Area and will be well away from the more hectic Annapurna trail with your base just above the Tibetan village of Phu Gaon (4250m) in the very isolated and restricted Nar-Phu region of Nepal. There are no roads into this region and the only way to get in goods is by yak, mule, or carried by porters. At these altitudes, you will find yaks grazing and an abundance of Tibetan prayer flags
It is a relatively straight forward climb to the peak, however, you will need to be a fit and experienced mountain climber in order to reach the summit and endure the high altitude. Himlung Himal was first climbed in 1992 putting it on the map as a climbing destination.
Prior to arriving at base camp, you will trek alongside the Phu River in the serene Phu Valley passing through distinctly Tibetan Buddhist villages oozing with culture and history. Leaving Kathmandu we drive to Bhulbhule (840m) and then put on our boots and start trekking to the villages of Jagat (1300m), Dharapani (1860m), Koto (2670m), Meta (3650m), Phu Gaon (4250m- largest Tibetan settlement in the region), and on to Himlung Base Camp (4850m) that will be home for the climbing period of around 14 days. From here we will begin our preparation and practice over and over the methods, we will utilize to reach the summit, including taking it in steps to reach the higher camps. We will leave nothing to chance. We have allowed enough extra days at these camps to wait out poorer weather conditions or for some to adjust to the altitudes. We will establish three higher camps at 5450m, 6000m, and 6250m, where we can spend time acclimatizing.
After successfully climbing the Peak we will head back down to Meta(3650m), Koto (2600m), Syange (1100m), Besisahar – by jeep (760m), and return to Kathmandu by private vehicle or local bus.
The ideal time to make this climb is in March, April, or October and November when the snow is still compacted thus making it safer and easier to traverse.
Sherpa Expedition and Trekking take care of everything from permits, fees, and all accommodation along the trail. Your safety and enjoyment are always our main concern. With more than 40 years in the trekking and climbing business, we understand the difference between a good experience and a great experience. Our reputation speaks for itself.
ITINERARY
Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 2 : Sightseeing of the UNESCO heritage sites in Kathmandu
Day 3 : Kathmandu to Bhulbule (840m), 6-7 hrs drive / Lodge
Day 4 : Bhulbule to Jagat (1300m), 5-6 hrs / Lodge
Day 5 : Jagat to Dharapani (1860m), 5-6 hrs / Lodge
Day 6 : Dharapani to Koto (2670m), 5-6 hrs
Day 7 : Chame to Meta (3650m), 7-8 hrs / Campsite
Day 8 : Meta to Phu (4400m), 5-6 hrs / Campsite
Day 9 : Phu to Himlung Base Camp (4850m), 4-5 hrs / Campsite
Day 10 : 10-23 days Acclimatization and climbing period (14 days)
Day 24 : Base Camp to Meta(3650m), 6-7 hrs / Campsite
Day 25 : Meta to Koto (2600m), 6-7 hrs / Lodge
Day 26 : Koto to Syange (1100m), 5-6 hrs (by jeep) / Lodge
Day 27 : Syange to Besisahar (760m), 4-5 hrs (by jeep) / Lodge
Day 28 : Besisahar to Kathmandu (1350m), 6-7 hrs (by private car)
Day 29 : Leisure day in Kathmandu
Day 30 : Departure international flight
SERVICES
EXPEDITION COST INCLUDES:
- All airport pick up drop by private vehicles
- 4 nights hotel (3-stars) in Kathmandu, B/B plan
- Expedition Royalty and permit from Nepal government to climb Mt. Himlung.
- 25 kg weight per Sherpa climber is allowed for expedition
- Necessary Sherpa porters or mules for carrying equipment & loads
- Twin sharing accommodation in available lodge/teahouse while trekking
- 3 times meals per day, (Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner) teas & coffees in trekking & during the camping period.
- Common climbing gears like necessary rope, ice bars, ice screws, etc
- Twin sharing tent of North face brand or similar for Base Camp
- Experienced and government licensed trekking and climbing Sherpa guide during the trekking and climbing period.
- All food and fuel for base camp and higher camps during the climbing period.
- Trekking Permit (Narphu and Annapurna Conservation Park entry fee).
- Kitchen, Dining, Store tent, mattress and all camping facilities needed in Base Camp.
- The experienced and professional Sherpa staff at Base Camp: Base camp manager, cook, kitchen Boy.
- Government liaisons officer
- Equipment medical & life, allowance, wages, life, medical & rescue insurance for all Nepali members.
- Emergency oxygen bottle, mask & regulator at ABC (Use and pay)
- Immediate Rescue co-ordination (covered by your personal travel insurance)
- Generator or solar panel for charging & lighting in Himlung Himal Base camp
- Satellite phone on pay call basis (1 min: $4)
- Welcome Dinner at typical Nepali Restaurant in Kathmandu
- Our service charge
EXPEDITION COST EXCLUDES:
- International flight fare, taxes, and visas (visa charge USD 40 and 4 passport photographs for the visa).
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Your Personal trekking & climbing equipment
- Excess baggage transport
- All expenses of personal nature like Wifi, Hot Shower, bar bills, laundry, telephone, etc.
- Travel insurance for accident, medical, emergency evacuation & lost baggage.
- Applicable permit fee & custom fee for satellite phone, filming camera, communications - equipment (if brought)
- Climbing Bonus & summit bonus for climbing Sherpa (if you use Sherpa), Tips for Base Camp Staff and Climbing guide.
EQUIPMENTS
Travel Documents
- Valid Passport
- Credit Cards
- Pp Size Photo (4 Pieces)
- Insurance Paper And Contact Address.
- Family Members / Company’s Contact Address
Foot Wear
- Kailas / Lasportiva / Millet (Summit Shoe)
- Normal Socks (5-6 Pairs)
- Summit Socks (2 Pairs)
- Trekking Shoes (1 Pair)
- Camp Booties (1 Pair)
- Basecamp Slipper (1 Pair)
Upper Body
- Light Weight Top / Thermo Coat (2-3 Layers)
- Mid Weight Top (2-3 Layers)
- Heavy Weight Top (2 Layers)
- Fleece Jacket (1)
- Gore Text Jacket (1)
- Down Jacket (1)
- Wind Proof Jacket
- Cotton T-Shirt For Base Camp. (2-3)
Lower Body
- Light Weight Long Under Pants (2-3 Pairs)
- Under Wear (5-7 Pairs)
- Mid Weight Long Under Pants (2-3 Pairs)
- Heavy Weight Long Under Wear
- Gore Text Pant. (1)
- Down Pants. (1)
- Water Proof Pant. (1)
Head
- Sun Cap
- Desert Cap
- Balaclava
- Fleece Hat
- Neck Gaiter (2-3)
Hands
- Thin Fleece Gloves (2 Pairs)
- Wind Stopper Fleece Gloves
- Heavy Gloves (Mitten)
- Summit Gloves
Sleeping Bags
- Sleeping Bag - 20 Degree Celsius (For Base Camp)
- Down Sleeping Bag - 20 To -40 Degree Celsius (Extreme Comfort)
- Thermarest Mattress (Cell Foam)
- Thermarest Mattress (Inflatable)
Climbing Equipment
- Climbing Helmet
- Down Suit (Kailas / Marmot / Mountain
- Hardware / North Face / Millet )
- Crampons (Fit with Boot)
- Ice Axe
- Harness
- Atc Guide
- Jummer / Ascender
- Lock Carabiner (3)
- Unlock Carabiner (3)
- Tape Slings (2)
- Prusik Loops (1)
- Snow Goggle
- Head Light (4 Pairs Rechargeable Batteries Recommended)
- Satellite Phone
- Hand Warmer (If Possible)
Bag Packs
- Rucksacks 45L - 55L
- Duffle Bag 90 L -120 L (2 Pieces)
- Water Proof Stuff Sacks Large (2 Pieces)
- Water Proof Stuff Sacks Small (2 Pieces)
Sun Stuffs
- Banana Boat/ Nivea Sun Cream -50 (Spf)
- Lip Guard -20 / -50 (Spf)
- Sun Glasses (UV Protection)
- Glaciers Glasses (UV Protection)
Toiletries
- Hand Disinfectant
- Wet Tissue
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Garbage Bag
Eating & Drinking
- Water Bottle (2)
- Thermos
- Mug
- Spoon/ Fork
- Bowl
Medical
- Brufen / Ibuprofens
- Antibiotic
- Diamox
- Paracetamol
- Handy Plaster
- Crack Bandage
- Tincture Iodine
Miscellaneous
- Walking Stick
- Pocket Knife (Swiss)
- Umbrella / Rain Coat
GOOD TO KNOW
What level of experience is required?
To join the Peak climb you should have a broad mountaineering background.
All Sherpa Expedition & Trekking staff is qualified, licensed and experienced climbers.
What are the climate and best times for climbing in Nepal?
Nepal has four seasons, for example, autumn (Sept. Oct. Nov.), winter (Dec. Jan. Feb.) spring (March, April, and May) and storm (June, July, and Aug.). During the fall season, the evenings are cold in the mountains however the splendid sun makes for lovely daytime temperatures. At higher elevations temperature extend from about 20°C down to maybe - 10°C around evening time. Morning is typically clear, and after that mists develop during the evening, vanishing during the evening to uncover staggering starry skies.
Throughout the winter season, high passes, particularly the Thorong-La pass, Dhaulagiri circuit, Tilicho (Musukanta Pass) in Annapurna trekking, Chola Pass, Renjo La Pass, Khongma La Pass, Amalaptse Pass, Rolwaling Pass, Serpent col in Everest region, Lauribina Pass, Ganja Pass, Gosainkunda in Langtang, Larky Pass in Manaslu, are generally shut. Short and simple trek in center slopes is the best on this time. Heavy snow during January, February, and March makes the trails unsafe.
The best time for trekking and climbing in Nepal is spring (March, April, and May) and in September, October and November.. You should be prepared for sudden changes in the weather, hence the need to be prepared.
Climbing Grades:
Evaluation A – "Moderate"
Evaluation B - "Specialized"
Evaluation C – "Specialized Plus"
Evaluation D – "Extreme climbing"
What sort of accommodation during the trek and climb?
Accommodation at lower altitudes is in a guest house, tea house or hotel. At higher altitudes tents are provided.
Meals during the trek & climb.
In Kathmandu your hotel includes breakfast, whereas all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) will be provided during the trek. Staple foods of mountain regions are potatoes, oats, buckwheat, Sherpa stew and Tibetan bread. Sherpas’ started farming potatoes when the first seeds were introduced to the region in the early 90s. There is a limited choice of food at higher elevations and except many potato dishes. Potatoes are high in carbohydrates – an excellent source of energy needed at high altitudes..
Accidents and rescue incidents.
Sherpa Expedition and Trekking is set up for any crisis and your guides are experienced in first aid. In extreme emergencies a helicopter rescue is available
Personal insurance is necessary before heading on this expedition.
Emergency telephone numbers in Nepal.
For calling from outside Nepal you need to dial international 00+ and country code 977 and then the area code e.g. for Kathmandu it is 1. To call Sherpa Xpedition & Trekking dial 00+ 977 986 600 7038
The cost of the NMA Peak Climbing Royalty.
The climbing expenses structure of NMA:
"A" Peaks
For up to seven individuals USD 500
For each extra person up to 12 USD 100 per person
Group "B" Peaks
1-4 Persons USD 350
5-8 Persons USD 350 plus an extra USD 40 per person.
9-12 Persons 510.00 in addition to 25.00 (Per individual)
Note: The maximum number of individuals in the group is 12.
Trash store for every one of the 33 NMA designated peaks.
USD 250 to NMA
Mountaineering Fees
Per person in US Dollar
Everest Normal Route Spring Season 11000, Autumn Season 5500, Winter/Summer 2750
Everest Other Route Spring Season 11000, Autumn Season 5000, Winter/Summer 2500
Others Mountain in excess of 8000 m. Spring Season 1800, Autumn Season 900, Winter/Summer 450
7501m. - 7999 m. Spring Season 600, Autumn Season 300, Winter/Summer 150
7000 m. - 7500 m. Spring Season 500, Autumn Season 250, Winter/Summer 125
6501 m. - 6999 m. Spring Season 400, Autumn Season 200, Winter/Summer 100
Mt. Amadablam (6812m.) Spring Season 400, Autumn Season 400, Winter/Summer 200
Under 6500 m. Spring Season 250, Autumn Season 125, Winter/Summer 70
The arrangement of royalty for outside climbers will become effective from 1 January 2015 (B.S. 20171/09/17)
Royalty for Nepalese climber per person in Nepalese rupees.
Everest Normal Route Spring Season 75000, Autumn Season 37500, Winter/Summer 18250
Everest Other Route Spring Season 60000, Autumn Season 30000, Winter/Summer 15000
Others Mountain in excess of 8000 m. Spring Season 10000, Autumn Season 5000, Winter/Summer 2500
7501m. - 7999 m. Spring Season 8000, Autumn Season 4000, Winter/Summer 2000
7000 m. - 7500 m. Spring Season 6000, Autumn Season 3000, Winter/Summer 1500
6501 m. - 6999 m. Spring Season 5000, Autumn Season 2500, Winter/Summer 1250
Mt. Amadablam (6812m.) Spring Season 8000, Autumn Season 8000, Winter/Summer 4000
Under 6500 m. Spring Season 4000, Autumn Season 2000, Winter/Summer 1000
Royalty for Nepalese climbers will happen from 13 February 2014 (B.S. 20170/11/01).
The Mountaineering Royalty has been completely postponed to the mountains arranged in the Mid Western and Far Western Development Region of Nepal for a long time affecting from 2070/04/01-2075/03/32 (16 July 2013 to 15 July 2018).
Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation of Nepal has expected that the opportune change in Royalty for mountaineering in Nepal will be the achievement for the advancement of the Nepalese Mountaineering Sector around the globe.
As per the choice of secretary level dated 2071/1/16, the protection sum for Sardar, mountain guide and high height walker is fixed as Rs 15 lakhs. Also, therapeutic protection is fixed as Rs 4 lakhs.
The maximum no. of individuals in a group is 15.
What documents do we require for Permit?
International ID
Two photographs – passport-style less than six months old.
Occupation.
Home address.
Insurance policy copy
Mountaineering experience.
Remember – The better prepared – the more enjoyable your Expedition!
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