Baruntse Peak Expedition, International Baruntse Expedition, Baruntse Climbing, Mt. Baruntse Climbing

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Autumn Season                                                                      Spring Season
Kathmandu Arrival Date: October 01, 2025                 Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 12, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: Oct. 04, 2025           Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 15, 2026

Mt. 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 Barun Tse are situated between these glaciers and form an upturned 'Y'running from Cho Polu (6,695m.) 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. The generous itinerary gives us plenty of time for multiple attempts before we exit back to Lukla and Kathmandu via the difficult and impressive Amphu Lapcha Pass.

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

Outline Expedition Itinerary: A 2025 - Autumn

01 October - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
02 October - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
03 October - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
04 October - Day 04: Fly to Lukla (2,860m.), trek to Chutanga (3,137m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
05 Oct. - Day 05: Trek to Zatrwa-La Pass (4,610m.) - Mosom Kharka/Naulekh (3,691-4,400m.) O/N at Lodge.
06 October - Day 06: Mosom Kharka/Nau Lekh – Kothe (Kate 4,182m. - Tashi Dingma). O/N at Lodge.
07 October - Day 07: Kothe – Tangnag (Thangnak - 4,356m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 October - Day 08: Tangnag – Khare (5,045m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
09 October - Day 09: Khare – Mera Peak Base Camp (5,260m.). O/N at Camping.
10 October - Day 10: Mera Peak BC – Mera-La pass (5,415m.) - Seto Pokhari (4,850m.). O/N at Camping.
11 October - Day 11: Seto Pokhari – Barun Tse Base Camp (5,450m.) - Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
12/24 October - Day 12/24: Climbing period for Mt. Barun Tse (7,129m.) - Full Camping.
25 October - Day 25: Clean up base Camp or, reserve day. O/N at Camping.
26 October - Day 26: Trek back to Seto Pokhari. O/N at Camping.
27 October - Day 27: Seto Pokhari – Mera-La pass (5,415m.) - Mera Peak Base Camp. O/N at Camping.
28 October - Day 28: Mera Base Camp – Khare. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
29 October - Day 29: Khare – Tangnag. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
30 October - Day 30: Tangnag – Kothe. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
31 October - Day 31: Kothe – Zatrwa-La Pass (4,610m.) - Chutanga. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
01 November - Day 32: Chutanga – Lukla and transfer to Teahouse Lodge. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
02 November - Day 33: Fly back to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
03 November - Day 34: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
04 November - Day 35: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: B 2025 - Autumn

01 October - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
02 October - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
03 October - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
04 October - Day 04: Fly to Lukla (2,860m.) then transfer to Hotel.
05 October - Day 05: Lukla - Paiya (Chutok) (2,730m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
06 October - Day 06: Paiya - Pangkongma (2,900m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
07 October - Day 07: Pangkongma - Khurke (3,720m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 October - Day 08: Khurke - Thuli Kharka (4,300m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
09 October - Day 09: Thuli Kharka - Kothe (Kate - 4,182m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
10 October - Day 10: Kothe - Thangnak (Tangnag - 4,356m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
11 October - Day 11: Thangnak rest for acclimatization. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
12 October - Day 12: Thangnak - Khare (4,745m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
13 October - Day 13: Khare - Mera Peak Base Camp (5,200m.). O/N at Camping.
14 October - Day 14: Mera Base Camp - Set up High Camp (,5800m.). O/N at Camping.
15 October - Day 15: Mera Peak Summit and return to Base Camp (6,654m.) - Full Camping.
16 October - Day 16: Mera BC - Mera-La pass (5,415m.) - Chamlang Base Camp (5,120m.). O/N at Camping.
17 October - Day 17: Chamlam Base Camp - Baruntse Base Camp (5,400m.). Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
18/29 October - Day 18/29: Climbing period of Mt. Baruntse (7,129m.) - Full Camping.
30 October - Day 30: Barutse Base Camp - Panch Pokhari (5,448m.). O/N at Camping.
31 October - Day 31: Cross Amphu Lapcha and camp at Amphu Lapcha Tso (4,985m.). O/N at Camping.
01 November - Day 32: Trek Decent Dingboche (4,410m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
02 November - Day 33: Trek to Namche Bazar (3,446m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
03 November - Day 34: Namche Bazar to Lukla and transfer to Hotel.
04 November - Day 35: Early fly back to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
05 November - Day 36: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
06 November - Day 37: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey.

Up to Base Camp Cost Includes

All land transportation by Car, Van or, Toyota Hiace (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
5 Nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (before and after expedition).
Domestic flight Ticket: Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu or, Ramechhap/Lukla/Ramechhap for members, Liaison officer, base camp guide with airport tax Cargo fees.
Jeep or, Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Surke/Kathmandu for all kitchen teams, assistance Sherpa guide, food, expedition gears and luggage.
Toyota Hiace or, tourist Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Ramechhap/Kathmandu.
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp and back.
Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp and back.
Base Camp single sleeping tent (Box tent) and Mattress for each member, BC staffs and Liaison officer.
All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent, table, chairs and cooking utensils for BC.
Food and fuel at Base Camp.
Service of Government Liaison officer.
Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base Camp.
Equipments allowance, daily wages of cook, kitchen boys and Liaison officer.
Insurance of cook, kitchen boy, Liaison officer and porters.
Expedition Permit fee of Mt. Barun Tse.
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit and Sagarmatha National Park entrance fee.
Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition till Advance Base Camp.
Per Person 30 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned to Kathmandu.
2 Expedition duffel bag for each member.
Generator or Solar panel at Base Camp for light and charging.
Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
Emergency medical Oxygen bottle with Mask and regulator at Base Camp.
Visa extension fee.
Garbage deposit fees.
Official tax and agency service charge.

Up to Base Camp Cost Excludes

International airfare from/to your country.
Nepal entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport at upon arrival).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 5 night stay in Kathmandu.
Personal climbing gear and equipment above Base Camp.
High Tents above Base Camp.
High altitude food and fuel above Base Camp.
Oxygen bottle with Mask and regulator (will be provided as per request).
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation and lost luggage.
Applicable permit fees and customs charges, etc. for SAT phone, Walkie-Talkies, Communication equipment and commercial filming.
International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport.
Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
Tips and summit bonus.

Up to Summit Cost Includes

All land transportation by Car, Van or, Toyota Hiace (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
5 Nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (before and after expedition).
Domestic Flight Ticket: Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu or, Ramechhap/Lukla/Ramechhap for members, Liaison officer, H. A. Climbing Sherpa Guide, Base camp guide with airport tax and Cargo fees.
Toyota Hiace or, tourist Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Ramechhap/Kathmandu.
Jeep or, Bus transportation: Kathmandu/Surke/Kathmandu for all kitchen teams, assistance Sherpa guide, food, expedition gears and luggage.
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp and back.
Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp and back.
All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent, table, chairs and cooking utensils for BC.
Base Camp single sleeping tent (Box) and Mattress for each member, Base Camp staffs and Liaison officer.
Food and fuel at Base Camp.
Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base Camp.
Service of Government Liaison officer.
Equipments allowance, wages of cook, kitchen boy and Liaison officer.
Insurance of cook, kitchen boy, Liaison officer and porters.
Expedition Permit fee of Mt. Barun Tse.
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit and Sagarmatha National Park entrance fee.
One high altitude Sherpa per climber to carry all food and gear to higher camps. Also assist the member during climb and summit attempt. (Each climbing member will be accompanied by one High Altitude Sherpa guide)
Common climbing equipment such as ropes, ice screws, ice bar, pitons, etc.
High altitude food.
High altitude fuel.
High altitude tents.
Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition till Advance Base Camp.
Per Person 30 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned to Kathmandu.
2 Expedition duffel bag or barrel for each member.
Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light and charging.
Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
Emergency medical Oxygen bottle with Mask and regulator at Base Camp.
Visa extension fee.
Garbage deposit fees.
Official tax and agency service charge.

Up to Summit Cost Excludes

International airfare from/to your country.
Nepal entry visa fee (can be obtained at the airport upon arrival).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 5 night stay in Kathmandu.
Personal climbing gear and equipment above Base Camp.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical, emergency evacuation and lost luggage.
Applicable permit fees and customs charges, etc. for SAT phone, Walkie-Talkies, Communication equipment and commercial filming.
Oxygen bottle with Mask and regulator (will be provided as per request).
Expenses of personal nature such as drinks, laundry, postage, telephone etc.
Tips and summit bonus.

Note for expedition participants:
Expedition service up to Base Camp: This applies to those who have booked the expedition service - up to Base Camp. The cost does not include the High Altitude (H. A.) Sherpa guide, food and fuel, tents, climbing gear, fixed ropes up to the summit, or the Sherpa’s bonus beyond Advance Base Camp.
Additional Cost for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 2,100 (If required by client)

The additional cost for a High Altitude Climbing Sherpa (H. A.) includes: Expedition equipment allowance, Personal climbing gears, daily wages, food and fuel from base camp to summit, helicopter rescue coverage, medical expenses, accident insurance for the Sherpa, all ground transportation, domestic flight tickets (Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu or Ramechhap–Lukla–Ramechhap), and a personal sleeping tent at base camp, among other essentials.

Summit Bonus for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 500 for reaching Camp at 6,000m, plus USD 400 for climbing from 6,000m to the summit - total USD 900. This amount is payable on the spot (ABC) by the climbing member and applies only to those climber who purchase expedition services - up to summit.

We will provide the expedition cost based on your group size and specific service requirements. Please feel free to email us or use the 'Book Expedition' form to send us your inquiry.

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Trip Highlights

Location
Asia, Nepal
Himalayan Range
Khumbu Himal
Height
7,129m. (23,497 ft)
Latitude
27° 52′ 19″ N
Longitude
84° 58′ 55″ E
Trip Days
35, 37 Days
Normal Ascent Route
South Ridge
First Ascent
May 30, 1954 via the south ridge by Colin Todd and Geoff Harrow of a New Zealand expedition led by Late Sir Edmund Hillary.
Easiest Route
Glacier/snow/ice climb
Grade
Mountaineering
Group Size
No Limit/Group Joining Basis
Lodging Level
Hotel/Lodge/Camping
Accommodation
Hotel Room/Single Tent/Camping
Food
B/L/D, Except lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Best Seasons
Spring/Autumn
Caravan Route
Kathmandu - Lukla Bazar - Mera Pass - Baruntse Base Camp - Mera BC Mera-La - Lukla Bazar - Kathmandu