Mt. Baruntse Peak (7,129m.) Expedition

Autumn/ Spring
Entry/Exit: Lukla (Khumbu Region)
Fixed Departure: Oct. 10, 2008 – April 05, 2009

Baruntse is a substantial and symmetrical snow peak, has four ridges and four summits. It is bounded on the east by the Barun Glacier flowing north-south from Cho, to the north-west by the Imja glacier and the Hunku glacier forms the south-east boundary. The three main ridges of Baruntse are situated between these glaciers and form an upturned 'Y'running from Cho Polu (6695m) in the north past the Humni La, on to the north summit where it divides. Other well -known mountains in this area are Makalu, Lhotse, Chamlang, Everest and the trekking-peak Mera Peak. The mountain was first climbed May 30, 1954 via the south ridge by Colin Todd and Geoff Harrow of a New Zealand expedition.

The regular approach begins at Lukla and takes you across the Mera Peak trek up to Mera – La and then Hongu valley, one of the most fertile regions in Nepal, passing northward through a beautiful alpine environment. The walk passes through delightful Sherpa country and provides for excellent acclimatization. The Baruntse base camp is at an altitude of around 5250m. and sits near the pristine lakes below Amphu Lapcha pass. The route then follows a long ridge leading to the summit. We have designed the programs enclosed two camps above the base camp in Baruntse climbing. The camp (I) is set up just below East Col. at an altitude of 5,700m. and the camp (II) is on the South – East Ridge at a height of 6,420m.

Khumbu Region

• Latitude: 27° 52′ 19″
• Longitude: 84° 58′ 55″
• First time scaled by: Colin Todd and Geoff Harrow of a New Zealand expedition.  May 30, 1954
• Normal Ascent Route: South Ridge

Expedition Itinerary:

Hotel/ Lodges/ Camping
29 Days Trek/Climbing
Grade: Mountaineering
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu
Accommodation: 6 Nights Kathmandu and 28 Nights Tea-house Lodges/Camping
Season: Winter, Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Free in Kathmandu.
Day 03: Official works for expedition and briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Kathmandu – Lukla 2860mby flight then trek to Chutanga 3137m.
Day 05: Chutanga – Nau Lekha.
Day 06: Nau Lekha – Kothey (Tashi Ongma).
Day 07: Kothey – Thangnak 4355m.
Day 08: Thangnak – Khare 4745m.
Day 09: Khare – Mera Base Camp 5260m.
Day 10: Mera BC – Seto Pokhari.
Day 11: Seto Pokhari – Baruntse Base Camp.
Day 12 – 23: Climbing period of Mt. Baruntse 7129m.
Day 24: Clean up base Camp and preparation.
Day 25: Baruntse BC  trek back – Setopokhari.
Day 26: Setopokhari – Mera Base Camp.
Day 27: Mera Base Camp – Khare.
Day 28: Khare – Thagnak.
Day 29: Thagnak – Kothey.
Day 30: Kothey – Chutanga.
Day 31: Chutanga – Lukla and transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
Day 32: Early flight back to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
Day 33: Free in Kathmandu.
Day 34: Free in Kathmandu.
Day 35: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey.
 
Expedition Cost in group joining basis;

US $ / Euro          Per Person
Climbing Sherpa: Per Sherpa US $ 1900 (if required by climber)

Service includes:

• All land transportation: Airport /Hotel/Airport, trekking, expedition pick up & drop.
• 6 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist class Hotel on bed & breakfast plan as per given itinerary.
• Transport as per itinerary for members, staff and Liaison Officer.
• Transportation of all food and climbing equipments to base camp and back.
• Peak permit fee.
• Full board basis during the trekking.
• All kitchen equipments; kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, shower tent, chairs and tables at the base camp.
• Cook and Kitchen boys at the base camp.
• Base camp tents for members and staff.
• Per Person 50 KG. Equipment’s luggage / barrels allowed till to Base Camp.
• Visa extension.
• Equipment allowance, wages and insurance for base camp staff and Liaison Officer.
• National Park Conservation Fee.
• Air fare: KTM/Lukla/ KTM & domestic airport tax with Cargo fees.
• Satellite phone (Pay calls).
• Emergency Oxygen -Mask and regulator.
• Helicopter rescue insurance for Nepalese staff.
• Agency service charges.

Service does not include:

• Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
• Airfare from / to your country.
• Nepal entry visa fee. (Can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
• Hotel after 6 nights stay in Kathmandu.
• Service above Base Camp.
• Drinks except tea and coffee.
• Personal climbing gear and equipment above base camp.
• Walki -Takie permit & Satellite phone permit.
• Oxygen & Mask -regulator for climbing.
• Climbing Guide (Sherpa).
• Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical and emergency evacuation.
• Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods arriving to Nepal by air or road.
• Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone, etc.
• International airport departure tax & tourist tax.
• Tips and climbing bonus.
• Garbage deposit US $ 2000.00 for a team. After expedition deposit will be refundable.

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