Mt. Himlung Expedition, Climbing Himlung Peak, International Himlung Expedition, Himlung Base Camp, Himlung Fixed Departure

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Spring Season                                                                               Autumn Season
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 13, 2025                               Kathmandu Arrival Date: October 01, 2025
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 16, 2025               Expedition Fixed Departure Date: Oct. 04, 2025

Mt. Himlung peak is located to the northeast of Annapurna Range with an aspiring height of (7,126m.) which lies in a secluded area of Nepal borders with Tibet. Unlike Mt. Himlung is quite easier considering technicalities. Voyage to Himlung follows round Annapurna route to Koto and from Koto to Nar-phu Gaun. The trek from Naphu Gaun to Manang is recently opened and this trek offers great deals of tall peaks and passes; also you get greeted by glaciers, gullies, springs and remote villages nearby exhibit tremendous culture with breathtaking views of Api Himal, Kappa Chuli Peak, Nandadevi and many more. Base camp of Mt. Himlung is set at the height of (4,900m.).

The three higher camps are established at the heights of Camp I at the height of (5,450m.), Camp II at (6000m.), Camp III at (6,350m.) and (6,350m.) respectively. The last part of the pinnacle includes steep and icy way. Generally it takes ten to fifteen days to conquer Himlung Peak and back to the base camp. After being opened to climbers in 1992, it was first ascended by the Japanese team in the same year. Until now, only few teams have been succeeded to climb at its top. Among these one team was Japanese and the rest were form other countries. Although being easy as compared to other peaks, ascending to Himlung Peak require high fitness level. Himlung Himal is splendid peak in isolation with an awesome explorations trek to the top. We are organizing large number of successive expedition of Mt. Himlung.

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

13 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
14 April - Day 02: Preparation for Expedition.
15 April - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
16 April - Day 04: Kathmandu – Besishahar (823m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
17 April - Day 05: Jagat – Dharapani (1,943m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
18 April - Day 06: Dharapani – Koto (2,713m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
19 April - Day 07: Koto – Meta (3,560m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
20 April - Day 08: Phu Gaon (4,030m.) via Kyang. O/N at Tented Camp.
21 April - Day 09: Trek to Himlung Base Camp (4,900m.). Tented Camp.
22 April/07 May - Day 10/25: Climbing Period of Mt. Himlung (7,126m.).
08 May - Day 26: Trek back to Kyang (3,840m. - Phu Gaun).
09 May - Day 27: Trek to Meta (3,560m.).O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
10 May - Day 28: Trek to Koto. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
11 May - Day 29: Drive from Koto to Besishahar and transfer to teahouse Lodge.
12 May - Day 30: Besishahar to Kathmandu by Bus then transfer to Hotel.
13 May - Day 31: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
14 May - Day 32: Last minute, transfer to airport for 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: Preparation for Expedition.
03 October - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
04 October - Day 04: Kathmandu – Besishahar (823m.) O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
05 October - Day 05: Jagat – Dharapani (1,943m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
06 October - Day 06: Dharapani – Koto (2,713m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
07 October - Day 07: Koto – Meta (3,560m.). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 October - Day 08: Phu Gaon (4,030m.) via Kyang. O/N at Tented Camp.
09 October - Day 09: Trek to Himlung Base Camp (4,900m.). Tented Camp.
10/25 October - Day 10/25: Climbing Period of Mt. Himlung (7,126m.).
26 October - Day 26: Trek back to Kyang (3,840m. - Phu Gaun).
27 October - Day 27: Trek to Meta (3,560m.).O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
28 October - Day 28: Trek to Koto. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
29 October - Day 29: Drive from Koto to Besishahar and transfer to teahouse Lodge.
30 October - Day 30: Besishahar to Kathmandu by Bus then transfer to Hotel.
31 October - Day 31: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
01 November - Day 32: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Service Includes up to Base Camp

All land transportation by Car, Toyota Hiace, Tourist Bus, Local Jeep or Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
5 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist class Hotel on bed & breakfast plan as per given itinerary.
Trip transportation: Kathmandu - Besishahar by Toyota Hiace, Jeep or tourist Bus and Besishahar to Koto by local Jeep and return will be the same.
Transport as per itinerary for members, staff and Liaison officer.
Transportation of all food and climbing equipments to base camp and back.
Himlung Himal Peak permit fee. (Royalty)
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.
Equipment allowance, wages and insurance for base camp staff and Liaison officer.
Per Person 40 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels allowed for expedition till Base Camp.
Per Person 30 KG. Expedition equipment’s luggage or, barrels is allowed for returned to Kathmandu.
National Park Conservation Fee.
Sat Phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use.
1 Set of Cultural Treks Oxygen bottle, mask and regulator will be in base camp in case of an emergency.
Helicopter rescue insurance for Nepalese staff.
Visa Extension
Garbage deposit fees.
Official tax and agency service charge.

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.
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).
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 and tourist tax.
Tips and summit bonus.

Expedition service up to Summit

All land transportation by Car, Jeep, Toyota Hiace, Tourist Bus. (Airport/Hotel/Airport, expedition pick up and drop).
5 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu at a tourist class Hotel on bed and breakfast plan as per given itinerary. (before and after expedition).
Trip transportation: Kathmandu - Besishahar by Toyota Hiace, Jeep or tourist Bus and Besishahar to Koto by local Jeep and return will be the same.
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp and return.
Full board in lodges during trekking to base camp and return.
All kitchen tent, store tent, dining tents, toilet tent, table, chairs and cooking utensils for Himlung BC.
Base Camp single sleeping tent and Mattress for each member, BC staffs and Liaison officer.
Food and fuel at Himlung Base Camp.
Service of cook and kitchen boys 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. Himlung. (Royalty)
Annapurna Conservation Area project Permits (ACAP 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 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.
1 Set of Cultural Treks Oxygen bottle, mask and regulator will be in base camp in case of an emergency.
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 wear 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 bonus: Per climber USD 100 for all BC crews as a group sharing basis.

Extra Cost for High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: USD 1600 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 and sleeping tents at BC etc.

Above notes are for those who taken "Service up to Base Camp" only.

Summit Bonus: Camp 6000m. = USD 500 and over 6000m. to summit = USD 200 = 700 USD extra payable for per climbing Sherpa on the spot.

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Trip Highlights

Location
Asia, Nepal
Himalayan Range
Peri Himal
Height
7,126m. - (23379 ft)
Latitude
28°.50′34″ N
Longitude
83°. 25.′19″ E
Trip Days
32 Days
Normal Ascent Route
Normal
First Ascent
Nepal and Hirosaki University HIMLUNG HIMAL Joint Expedition Wataru Saito, Makito Minami, Ken Takahashi (Japanese), Kirkin Lama (Nepalese) via the east ridge on October 27, 1983.
Easiest Route
Rock/snow/ Ice Climb
Grade
Mountaineering
Group Size
Minimum 2 Climber/Group Joining Basis/Private Group
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/Winter
Caravan Route
Kathmandu - Besishahar - Dharapani - Koto - Meta - Mt. Himlung Base Camp