Mt. Ratna Chuli (7,035m.) Expedition

Autumn/Spring
Entry/Exit: Khudi (Besi Shahar)
Fixed Departure: April 10, 2008 – Oct. 02, 2009

From Kathmandu, six hour scenic drive takes us Besi Shahar and Khudi village and after 30 minute walk we reach Bhulbhule. Our trek commences from the classic Annapurna circuit route till Koto and then leaves towards the route Dharmasala, then to Nar – Phu Valley, Kyang, Phu village where we spend one day extra for proper acclimatization and local exploration.

Mt. Ratna Chuli 7035 located between the border of Nepal and Tibet (China) in north of the Annapurna and Manaslu region, majestically situated above the Tibetan village of Phugaon in the western region of Nepal. Since the first opening of the Nar Phu region of western Nepal in 2000, there have been very few mountaineering expedition teams are enter this valley for climb the mountain.

Expedition Itinerary:

Hotel/ Lodges/ Camping
30 Days Trek/Climbing
Grade: Mountaineering
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Pokhara
Accommodation: 5 Nights Kathmandu, 29 Nights Teahouse Lodge/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 to Khudi and overnight at Bhulbhule.
Day 05: Besi Shahar – Ngadi.
Day 06: Ngadi – Jagat 1314m.
Day 07: Jagat – Dharapani (1943m.).
Day 08: Dharapani – Koto (2700m.)
Day 09: Koto – Meta.
Day 10: Meta – Chako (Chaka).
Day 11: Chako – Phu Gaon.
Day 12: Phu Gaon rest for explore and acclimatization.
Day 13: Phu Gaon – Ratna Chuli Base Camp.
Day 14 – 25: Climbing periods for Mt. Ratna Chuli 7035m.
Day 26: Clean up Base Camp and Preparation.
Day 27: Ratna Chuli Base Camp – Phu Gaon.-Village.
Day 28: Phu Gaon – Meta.
Day 29: Meta – Koto.
Day 30: Koto – Tal.
Day 31: Tal. – Sange 1136m.
Day 32: Sange – Khudi and transfer at tented Camp.
Day 33: Khudi – KTM by reserve Bus via Besi Shahar then transfers to Hotel.
Day 34: Kathmandu free,
Day 35: Last minute, transfers to airport for 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.
• 5 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.
• Equipment allowance, wages and insurance for base camp staff and Liaison Officer.
• 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).
• Visa extension.
• Hotel after 5 nights stay in Kathmandu.
• Service above Base Camp.
• Drinks except tea and coffee.
• Personal climbing gear and equipment above base camp.
• Climbing Guide (Sherpa).
• Walki -Takie permit & Satellite phone permit.
• Oxygen & Mask -regulator for climbing.
• 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.

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