Hiunchuli Peak, at a height of 6,441
meters, forms a massive south-facing wall together with
Annapurna South. Its eastern face overlooks the Modi
Khola and guards the entrance to the Annapurna
Sanctuary. An American Peace Corps Expedition, via the
southeast face, first climbed Hiunchuli in October 1971.
The mountain is not technically difficult to climb but
is vulnerable to rock falls, and route finding may also
be a problem. Even though it offers major new route
potentials, it has received little attention from
mountaineers and is rarely climbed.
This trip sets out from Pokhara valley. From Pokhara
valley, the trail leads up slowly towards Annapurna Base
camp situated at an altitude of 4300m. One day rest will
be set to explore the Annapurna Base camp and for the
acclimatization. Annapurna Base camp is considered as
the Hiunchuli Base camp 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.
Elevation: 6,441 metres (21,132 feet) Location: Nepal Range: Himalaya Coordinates: 28°31′N, 83°53′E First ascent: October 1971 Easiest route: snow/rock climb Location: Annapurna region of Nepal Best for the Climbing: July, August, September,
October Convenient Center (s): Pokhara Nearest Major Airport: Kathmandu (Minor Pokhara) Itinerary type: Lodge / Camping Accommodations: Fixed / Customized Trip : 23 Days Minimum Pax: 2 people Cost: USD 939 to USD 1449 per person
Day 01 :
Arrival Kathmandu air port- transfer hotel Day 02 : Peak permit Preparation and
official formalities
( You can use this day for rock climbing course
or sightseeing ) Day 03 : Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) Day 04 : Pokhara (915 m.) to Nayapul
(1050m) Day 05 : Tirkhedhunga to Ghorepani (2675
m.) Day 06 : Ghorepani to Poon Hill (3180m.)
to Tadapani (2675m.) Day 07 : Tadapani (2675m.) to Ghandruk
(1950m.) Day 08 : Ghandruk to Chhomrong (2040 m.) Day 09 : Chhomrong to Bamboo (2340m.) Day 10 : Bamboo to Deurali (3230m.) Day 11 : Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp
(4170 m.) via Machhapuchhare Base Day 12 : Annapurna Base Camp to Annapurna
South Base Camp Day 13 : Annapurna South Base Camp to
Hiunchuli High Camp Day 14 : Hiunchuli Camp I Day 17 : Down to Annapurna South Base
Camp Day 18 : Annapurna South Base Camp to
Annapurna Base Camp Day 19 : Annapurna Base Camp to Dovan
(2630m.) Day 20 : Dovan to Jhinudanda (1750m.) Day 21 : Jhinudanda to Pothana (1600m.) Day 22 : Pothana to Dhampus Phedi Day 23 : Pokhara to Kathmandu Day 24 : Free day in kathamandu Day25 : international departure
# Welcome in Airport by garland
# All ground Transportation by private vehicle
# Twin sharing accommodation at Kathmandu & Pokhara in 2
to 4 star hotel with breakfast
# Rock Climbing course or sightseeing in Kathmandu
# Kathmandu /Pokhara /Kathmandu flight fare/private
vehicle or local bus
# Accommodation in lodge or tea house during trek
# Meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) in trekking &
climbing
# High altitude tent, ropes, & high food at climbing
# Local fresh fruits like orange, apple, banana and
grape etc.
# Down jacket, 4 seasonal sleeping bag
# trekking map.
# All necessary paper work & Permits
# All cost for a Langtang Ri leader (First Aid and Eco
trained & Government licensed holder English Speaking)
and sherpa, a sherpa assistance leaders and assistance
Trek leader help each individuals while on trek
# Salary, equipment, transportation & Insurance of
Langtang Ri trekking staff
# Portable Altitudes Chamber (PAC) for safety measures.
* Jomsom flight for members & Staffs
# Travel & Rescue arrangement.
- All government taxes.
# Farewell dinner
COST
EXCLUDES :
# Nepalese l Visa Fee (USD 40 for 30
Days)
# International airport departure taxes
# Excess baggage charges
# Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu
# Personal Mountaineering Gear
# Climbing royalty
# Climbing sherpa fee
# Garbage deposit
# Travel & Rescue insurance
# Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills
& extra porters
# Tips for guides and porters ____________________________________________________________________
Equipments checklists -
climbing trips
In addition to the above list of suggested
trekking equipment, you should take along with
various items of mountaineering tools. For any
trip which has crossed by steep, snow-covered
ground, or which has included section of glacier
travel, it might be necessary for the group
roping up as a safety precaution. To facilitate
this process of roping up, you will need to
maintain a minimum requirement, a climbing
harness, a climbing sling and two locking
carabineers. Plastic mountaineering boots, a
mountaineering ice axe and a pair of crampons
with front points are the other items of
equipment, which are required for our trekking
peak trips. (Please note: Our recommendation
that you take no more than 33 pounds of trekking
equipment DOES NOT include your plastic boots,
ice axe, crampons or harness/carabineers. During
the trek, climbing hardware will be carried
separately from your personal trek bag in-group
bags until needed).
An explanation of the equipment that you will
need
Daypacks for climbing trips
3000-4000 cubic inches. For climbing trips, you
will be required to carry more warm clothing
during the climbs and also your personal
climbing gear. For this reason, you will need a
slightly bigger daypack than for a trekking-only
trip. If you have any questions about gear,
please do not hesitate to call our office for
advice.
Equipment Rental
In order to minimize your expense outlay for
trekking and climbing equipment you may never
use again, we offer a wide range of equipment
available for rent for the duration of your
trip. All rental equipment can be picked up from
your trip leader upon arrival for your trip
