Trip Overview

Kusum Kanguru Peak Climb, standing height at 6360 metres in the Mahalangur Himalayan range of Khumbu Pasang Lhamu municipality of Solu Khumbu district in Nepal. It is also known as Kusum Kangguru, Kusum Kangru, Kusum Kang, Kusum Khangru, Kusumkhang Karda, Kusu or Mount Kanguru. Its name, Kusum Kanguru, means "Three Snow-White Gods" in the Sherpa language, which refers to the triple summit of the mountain. The first successful ascent of the main summit was made by Bill Denz of New Zealand on October 07, 1981, climbing the southwest buttress (west face), and descending the northwest flank. Denz did not only realise the first ascent, but also the first solo ascent and the first traverse of Kusum Kanguru. Five days later, on October 12, 1981, a Japanese team made the second ascent via the southeast face.

The usual ascent to the Kusum Kanguru Peak marvelous and it is depending on the condisions but it is difficult to climb. Only experience climbers should attempt this climbing route, though it is particially saved with fixed ropes. The summit consists of two summit pyramids, the north face and the south face.The main north-south ridge of Kusum Kanguru forms the border between the Dudh Khosi to the west and the Hinku Valley to the east. The mountain is the main source of the Kusum Khola (or Thado Koshi Khola) which flows westward to merge into the Dudh Khosi at the village of Thado Koshi.

Note:
1. If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of peak climbing.
2. Looking to join a group? if so, feel free to contact us for more information.

Outline Peak Climbing Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,860m.) trek to Chutanga (3,173m.) or Kharketanga. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 04: Chutanga - Zatrwa-La Pass (4,592m.) - Thuli Kharka (4,400m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 05: Thuli Kharka - Kothe (Kote or Lungsamba - 4,182m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 06: Kothe - Tangnang (Thangnak - 4,356m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 07: Rest day in Tangnang for acclimatization. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 08: Tangnang - Kusum Kanguru Base Camp (4,360m.) Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
Day 09 - 13: Climbing period for Mt. Kusum Kanguru (6,360m.), Summit, back to Base Camp. Camping.
Day 14: Contingency day, incase of bad weather, clean BC & backpack. Camping/Teahouse Lodge.
Day 15: Kanguru Base Camp - Kothe. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 16: Kothe - Thuli Kharka. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
Day 17: Thuli Kharka - Zatrwa-La Pass Chutanga Village.
Day 18: Chutanga - Lukla Bazar and transfer to teahouse Lodge/Hotel.
Day 19: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 20: Kathmandu leisure and farewell dinner at evening.
Day 21: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.

Cost Includes

  • All pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic flights are provided as per the itinerary (Airport-Hotel-Airport and trip pick-up and drop-off).
  • 4 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast plan. (2 nights before and 2 nights after the climbing.)
  • A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
  • Domestic flight ticket: Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu or, Ramechhap–Lukla–Ramechhap for members and climbing guide, including airport taxes and cargo fees.
  • Toyota Hiace, Jeep or, tourist Bus transportation: Kathmandu-Ramechhap-Kathmandu if the flight is scheduled.
  • Jeep or, Bus transportation: Kathmandu-Surke-Kathmandu for Cook and all kitchen teams.
  • Kusum Kangru Peak Climbing Permit.
  • Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality and Sagarmatha National Park entrance permit fees.
  • Garbage Deposit and Shipment Charges.
  • 3 Major meals; B/L/D (by Teahouse Lodge menu) and accommodation at best available teahouse lodge and tented camp at base camp during the trekking/climbing en-route.
  • 1 Professional equipped English speaking H. A. Climbing guide. (1 Guide sharing between 1-4 climbing members).
  • Equipments allowance and daily wages for the H. A. Climbing guide.
  • Necessary Porters to carry member luggage and climbing equipments. (1 Porter between 2 climbing member).
  • Equipments allowance, daily wages of base camp Cook, kitchen helpers and porters.
  • Helicopter rescue coverage, medical expenses, accident insurance for the H. A. Climbing guide.
  • Per member 15 Kg. luggage allow in the trek and climbing.
  • Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages
  • Technical Climbing Gears: High Tent, Snow bars, Rock Pitons, Shovel, EPI Gas, Gas Burner, enough Korean Rope and high food.
  • First Aid Medical Kit Box in trekking and at Base Camp.
  • Walkie-talkies will be provided for communication between Base Camp and the summit, depending on the size of the group.
  • Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
  • Mt. Kusum Kangru Peak summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
  • Nepal government official taxes and company service charge.

Cost Excludes

  • International airfare: To and from your country.
  • Nepal entry visa fee (To be applied for 30 days - Visa can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport-Kathmandu).
  • Personal transportation except above programs.
  • Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
  • Hotel after 5 nights stay in Kathmandu.
  • Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking and climbing Boots).
  • Personal Sleeping bag (should cover -20º Celsius) and mattress for the high camp.
  • Extra meals while on trek (besides breakfast, lunch, dinner and 3 times Tea or, coffee)
  • Personal insurance such as travel, accident, hospital medical expenses, emergency evacuation and lost your luggage.
  • Personal Expenses: Phone calls, wifi while on the trek, battery charging, laundry service, postage, alcoholic beverages, bottles and canned beverages, specialty coffee or espresso drinks etc during in teahouse lodges on the way to base camp and return.
  • Airport customs charges for communication equipment, Drone Camera, commercial filming permits during the trek and peak climbing. (If required)
  • Airport customs charges for peak climbing gear and materials. (If climber sent by cargo to Kathmandu)
  • Bank/wire transfer fees (if applicable).
  • Risk of flight delays to and from Lukla or any other reason. (incase of bad weather)
  • Any other service cost which is not included in the cost includes.
  • Tips and Gratuities for climbing guide, cook, Kitchen boys and porters.

Tipping System:
Tipping is done on a group-sharing basis by peak climbing participants. The minimum recommended amounts are as bellow:
1. Trek+Climbing Guide, a Cook: Min. USD 150 each.
2. BC Kitchen Boys/Helpers: Min. USD 80 each.
3. Porters: Min. USD 40 each.

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