Mt. Churen Himal (7,129m.) Expedition

Autumn/Spring
Entry/Exit: Pokhara/Beni Bazaar
Fixed Departure: April 15, 2008 – 15 Oct. 2009

Mt. Churen Himal lies in western Nepal and it is a part of Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve area at Jaljala. This area is completely apart from the beaten paths, beside expedition there are many trekkers visit this area and it is for the person who love the beauty of nature and the wild valleys of course spectacular view of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Gurja Himal, Churen Himal and the wild valley. The trekking and expedition offers an opportunity to discover areas which remain practically an Individual lifestyle. In Churen Himal you will have a chance to trek into the massif of the Dhorpatan hills at about 3000-4300m. This area is full of rivers and fast glacial streams and lake, lots of forest and animals. Our route crosses very nice Chhetri, Magar and Chhantyal villages, especially Gurjagaon is very good majority of Chhantyal people. Drive from Pokhara to Beni Bazaar our staff will lead you to the foot of Churen Himal Base Camp.

Expedition Itinerary:

Hotel/ Lodges/ Camping
34 Days Trek/Climbing
Grade: Mountaineering
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
Accommodation: 6 Nights Kathmandu and 33 Nights Camping
Season: Winter, Spring & Autumn

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Official works for expedition and briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
Day 04: Kathmandu – Beni 820m. Bazaar by Bus then transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
Day 05: Beni – Babichaur.
Day 06: Babichaur – Darbang Bazaar 1113m.
Day 07: Darbang – Dharapani.
Day 08: Darbang – Mattim.
Day 09: Mattim – Lumsung 1676m.
Day 10: Lumsung – Gurjagoan.
Day 11: Gurjagoan – Darsinge Kharka.
Day 12: Darsinge Kharka – Bundzunge Kharka.
Day 13: Bundzunge Kharka– Churen Himal BC.
Day 14 – 29: Climbing periods for Churen Himal 7371m.
Day 30: Clean up Base Camp and preparation.
Day 31: Churen Himal BC – Bundzunge Kharka.
Day 32: Bundzunge Kharka – Gurjagoan.
Day 33: Gurjagoan – Lulang village.
Day 34: Lulang – Takum.
Day 35: Takum – Darbang Bazaar.
Day 36: Darbang – Beni Bazaar.
Day 37: Beni – Kathmandu by reserve Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 38: Kathmandu free.
Day 39: Kathmandu free.
Day 40: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Expedition Cost in group joining basis;

US $ / Euro          Per Person
Climbing Sherpa: Per Sherpa US $ 1800 (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.
• Per Person 50 KG. Equipment’s luggage / barrels allowed till to Base Camp.
• Peak permit fee.
• Full board 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.
• Equipment allowance, wages and insurance for base camp staff and Liaison Officer.
• Visa extension.
• National Park Conservation Fee.
• 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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