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Manang and Annapurna, Nepal / Peak climbing

Chulu East

Combine Chulu East climbing with the upper Marsyangdi valley and a return across Thorong La towards Jomsom.

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The Chulu massif viewed from the southwest
The Chulu massif viewed from the southwest.
Duration
24 daysOutline programme
Summit objective
6,584 mRoute objective
Season
Spring / AutumnAsk for current dates
Experience
Technical peak climbingPeak climbing

A closer look at the journey.

Chulu East rises above the northern side of the Annapurna circuit, with an approach through the Marsyangdi valley towards Pisang and the mountain camps. After the climbing phase, the programme continues through Manang and across Thorong La to Muktinath. It combines a substantial peak objective with a long high-level trekking circuit.

The programme combines an approach trek with time for climbing preparation and a summit attempt. Snow, glacier conditions and weather can change the route and daily plan. Tell us about your mountain experience before booking so that we can agree the equipment, guiding and preparation needed for this particular climb.

  • Chulu East base and high camps
  • Manang valley and Annapurna scenery
  • Thorong La crossing to Muktinath and Jomsom

The route, day by day.

This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.

Day 1-2Kathmandu preparation

Arrive, review equipment and complete the trip briefing.

Day 3-5Besisahar to Tal

Drive to the approach and trek through Khudi and Bahundanda towards Tal.

Day 6-8Bagarchap, Chame and Pisang

Continue up the Marsyangdi valley towards the high approach.

Day 9-11Chulu East Base Camp

Trek through Yak Kharka to the mountain base and include an acclimatization day.

Day 12-14High camp and climbing window

Move higher, use the contingency day as needed and attempt the summit when conditions permit.

Day 15-16Manang and rest

Descend to Manang and spend a further day there.

Day 17-19Thorong La to Muktinath

Continue through Letdar and Thorong Phedi, then cross the pass if conditions allow.

Day 20Jomsom

Descend into the Kali Gandaki valley to Jomsom.

Day 21-22Return via Pokhara

Travel from Jomsom to Pokhara and continue to Kathmandu.

Day 23Kathmandu reserve day

Allow time for rest and changes to the mountain connections.

Day 24Departure

Transfer for your onward flight.

A clear plan and quotation.

Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.

Services to discuss

  • Agree the permit arrangements and in-country transport in your quotation.
  • Agree the guiding, porter support and responsibilities on the mountain.
  • Agree accommodation, camp facilities and the meals provided at each stage.
  • Agree shared climbing equipment, communications and emergency arrangements.

Budget separately

  • International travel, entry documents and costs outside the agreed programme.
  • Personal climbing equipment and insurance appropriate to the itinerary.
  • Personal spending, tips and any separately agreed climbing staff bonuses.
  • Additional accommodation, transport or evacuation costs if plans change.

Before you set out.

Previous altitude experience, competent crampon and rope skills, and endurance for a summit climb followed by a high-pass trek are required.

Accommodation: Hotels in Kathmandu, trekking lodges or approach camps, and tented climbing camps.

Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.

Is the summit attempt on a fixed day?

The itinerary gives a climbing window. Your guide will adjust the attempt, rest days and descent to the conditions and the team. Reaching the summit cannot be guaranteed.

What experience should I discuss before booking?

Previous altitude experience, competent crampon and rope skills, and endurance for a summit climb followed by a high-pass trek are required. Share details of your recent climbs, altitude experience and rope skills so that we can assess the preparation and support required.

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