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

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Spring Season                                                                           Autumn Season
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 12, 2024                           Kathmandu Arrival Date: October 01, 2024
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 15, 2024           Expedition Fixed Departure Date: Oct. 04, 2024

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:
If you have your own private group or team, please e-mail us to know the price and details of expedition.
If you are alone and looking for a group to join then visit our fix-departure expedition information.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: Spring

12 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
13 April - Day 02: Free in Kathmandu.
14 April - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
15 April - Day 04: Fly to Lukla (2,860m.) then trek to Chutanga (3,137m.).
16 April - Day 05: Trekking Chutanga – Nau Lekha (4,400m.).
17 April - Day 06: Nau Lekha – Kothey (3,520m.-Tashi Dingma).
18 April - Day 07: Kothey – Tangnang (4,350m.).
19 April - Day 08: Tangnang – Khare (5,100m.).
20 April - Day 09: Khare – Mera Base Camp (5,260m.).
21 April - Day 10: Mera Base Camp – Seto Pokhari (4,850m.).
22 April - Day 11: Seto Pokhari – Barun Tse Base Camp (5,450m.).
23 April/05 May - Day 12/24: Climbing period for Mount Barun Tse (7,129m.).
06 May - Day 25: Clean up base Camp and Reserve day.
07 May - Day 26: Trek back to Seto Pokhari.
08 May - Day 27: Seto Pokhari – Mera Base Camp.
09 May - Day 28: Mera Base Camp – Khare.
10 May - Day 29: Khare – Tangnang.
11 May - Day 30: Tangnang – Kothey.
12 May - Day 31: Kothey – Chutanga.
13 May - Day 32: Chutanga – Lukla and transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
14 May - Day 33: Fly back to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
15 May - Day 34: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
16 May - Day 35: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: Autumn

01 October - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
02 October - Day 02: Free in Kathmandu.
03 October - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
04 October - Day 04: Fly to Lukla (2,860m.) then trek to Chutanga (3,137m.).
05 October - Day 05: Trekking Chutanga – Nau Lekha (4,400m.).
06 October - Day 06: Nau Lekha – Kothey (3,520m.-Tashi Dingma).
07 October - Day 07: Kothey – Tangnang (4,350m.).
08 October - Day 08: Tangnang – Khare (5,100m.).
09 October - Day 09: Khare – Mera Base Camp (5,260m.).
10 October - Day 10: Mera Base Camp – Seto Pokhari (4,850m.).
11 October - Day 11: Seto Pokhari – Barun Tse Base Camp (5,450m.).
12/24 October Day 12/24: Climbing period for Mount Barun Tse (7,129m.).
25 October - Day 25: Clean up base Camp and Reserve day.
26 October - Day 26: Trek back to Seto Pokhari.
27 October - Day 27: Seto Pokhari – Mera Base Camp.
28 October - Day 28: Mera Base Camp – Khare.
29 October - Day 29: Khare – Tangnang.
30 October - Day 30: Tangnang – Kothey.
31 October - Day 31: Kothey – Chutanga.
01 November - Day 32: Chutanga – Lukla and transfer to 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.

Service Includes up to Base Camp

All land transportation by Car, Van or, Toyota Hiace (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel on Bed and Breakfast plan (before and after expedition).
Domestic Flight Ticket: Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu for member, Liaison officer and Expedition staffs.
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 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 area entrance 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.

Service does not include

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.

Expedition service up to Summit

All land transportation by Car, Van or, Toyota Hiace (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu at 3 star Hotel on Bed and Breakfast plan (before and after expedition).
Domestic Flight Ticket: Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu for member, Liaison officer and Expedition staffs.
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 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 area entrance 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.
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.

Expedition service does not include

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.

Extra Cost for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 1900 for group sharing basis (if required by client)

Note:

We will provide you the expedition cost as per your size of group or, as per your requirement for the expedition service. We request you to e-mail us or, use "Book Expedition" form for send us your message.

Above given cost does not include the climbing Sherpa’s food & fuel, tents, climbing gears and summit bonus above advance base camp.

Hiring a high altitude Sherpa cost includes equipment allowances, daily wages, food and fuel up to base camp, insurance, flight to and from Kathmandu and sleeping tents at BC etc.

Summit Bonus: Camp 7000m. = USD 500 and over 7000m. to summit= USD 400 = 900 USD extra payable for per climbing Sherpa on the spot.

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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 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