Mt. Kang Guru Expedition, Kangaru Himal, Kang Guru Expedition Information, Nepal Kang Guru Climbing

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Spring Season                                                                               Autumn Season
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 02, 2026                               Kathmandu Arrival Date: October 07, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 05, 2026               Expedition Fixed Departure Date: Oct. 10, 2026

Mt. Kang Guru Expedition, a fascinating mountain which lies in the western part of Nepal and it is also located between the massifs of Annapurna and Manaslu. Mount Kang Guru Expedition has recently been allowed for mountain climbers and considered as one of the difficult and challenging peaks, the ridges of Mt. Kang Guru are steep and very sharp. So, as the first ascent of Mt. Kang Guru Expedition made by Heinz Steinmetz, Fritz Lobbichler and Jürgen Wellenkamp on 1955. Apart from the adventure trip to Kang Guru Expedition, we will also have an opportunity to explore the less beaten and remote region of Nepal. We will also trek through many cultural and traditional villages, and along the world’s deepest gorge - Kali Gandaki Valley. Past climbing knowledge, great physical condition and a high level of responsibility are pivotal for the effective try of Mt. Kang Guru.

Researcher and climbing expeditions permitted to climb Kang Guru 6,981m., Mt. Himlung, Mt. Ratna Chuli and Mt. Gyajing Kang, few foreigners have visited the area and tourism infrastructure is almost non-existent. Since Annapurna Conservation Area Project recently extended its network to include Nar and Phu Valley.

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: 2026 Spring

02 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
03 April - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
04 April - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
05 April - Day 04: Drive from Kathmandu – Besi Shahar (823m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
06 April - Day 05: Jeep drive to Koto Village (2,600m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
07 April - Day 06: Trek to Meta (Methang 3,560m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
08 April - Day 07: Meta – Kang Guru Base Camp (4,500m) - Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
09 April - Day 08: Rest day at Kang Guru Base Camp (4,250m). O/N at Camping.
10/22 April - Day 09/21: Climbing period for Mt. Kang Guru (6,981m) - Full Camping.
23 April - Day 22: Cleaning Base Camp and back pack. O/N at Camping.
24 April - Day 23: Trek back to Meta or, Singenge Dharamsala (3,230m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
25 April - Day 24: Meta/Dharamsala – Koto Village. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
26 April - Day 25: Drive back to Besi Shahar. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
27 April - Day 26: Drive back to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
28 April - Day 27: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
29 April - Day 28: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey. Final Departure.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: 2026 Autumn

07 October - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
08 October - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
09 October - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
10 October - Day 04: Drive from Kathmandu – Besi Shahar (823m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
11 October - Day 05: Jeep drive to Koto Village (2,600m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
12 October - Day 06: Trek to Meta (Methang 3,560m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
13 October - Day 07: Meta – Kang Guru Base Camp (4,500m) - Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
14 October - Day 08: Rest day at Kang Guru Base Camp (4,500m). O/N at Camping.
15/27 October - Day 09/21: Climbing period for Mt. Kang Guru (6,981m) - Full Camping.
28 October - Day 22: Cleaning Base Camp and back pack. O/N at Camping.
29 October - Day 23: Trek back to Meta or, Singenge Dharamsala (3230m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
30 October - Day 24: Meta/Dharamsala – Koto Village. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
31 October - Day 25: Drive back to Besi Shahar. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
01 November - Day 26: Drive back to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
02 November - Day 27: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
03 November - Day 28: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey. Final Deparure.

Up to Base Camp Cost Includes

ll pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic flights, as per the itinerary. (Airport–Hotel–Airport and expedition pick-up and drop-off)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
5 Nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Nights before and 2 Night's after expedition).
Toyota Hiace, 4WD Jeep or Bus transportation: Kathmandu - Besi Shahar - Kathmandu by Toyota Hiace, 4WD Jeep or Tourist Bus for members, trekking and Base Camp guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance Sherpa guide and Porters.
Local Reserve 4WD Jeep or Bus transportation: Besi Shahar - Koto Village - Besi Shahar for members, trekking and Base Camp guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance Sherpa guide and Porters.
Transportation of food supplies, expedition equipment, and baggage (including climbing gears) to and from Base Camp.
Climbing permit for the Mt. Kang Guru expedition and other necessary permit fees.
Garbage management deposit and garbage disposal fees.
Nepal tourist visa extension. (If required by member)
Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Entrance Permit fees.
3 Meals breakfast - Lunch - Dinner and accommodation at teahouse lodges during the trekking to base camp and back.
Each members will be provided an individual Tent (Kailas/Box Tent), Mattress at Base Camp.
Common Equipment at Base Camp such as Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Communication Tent, Shower Tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, Cooking utensils and heater, etc.
Government Liaison officer with his daily wages, equipment's charges, all 3 meals, insurance and all ground transportation or both-way airfare as per itinerary.
Freshly cooked meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner): Continental, Nepali, Indian, Tibetan and Chinese items with hot drinks, Tea and Coffee at Base Camp.
Fresh green vegetables, fresh meat, fresh fruits, juice, and drinks will be regularly served at Base Camp.
Experienced Base Camp Sirdar, Manager, Cook and Kitchen helpers at Base Camp.
Necessary Porters up to the Base Camp from Kathmandu or, Besi Shahar and return from the Base Camp.
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Each member is allowed 40 kg of expedition equipment's, baggage, or barrels for transport up to Base Camp.
Each member is allowed 30 kg of expedition equipment's, baggage, or barrels for the return to Kathmandu.
Equipments allowance, daily wages of base camp sirdar, Manager, Cook, kitchen helpers and porters.
High Altitude Medical expenses, Helicopter rescue coverage insurance for BC Sirdar, Cook, porters and involved Nepalese staffs.
Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light, charging camera and mobile set.
SAT phone or, Mobile phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use at $ 3 per minute.
Walkie-Talkie for communicating from Base Camp.
Emergency medical Oxygen bottle with mask and regulator or, Gamow Bag at Base Camp. (Lifesaver device).
Weather forecast information during the entire expedition.
First Aid Medical Kit Box with medicines at base camp.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mount Kang Guru summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
Nepal government official taxes and company service charge.

Up to Base Camp 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).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 6 nights stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking and climbing Boots).
Hight altitude climbing Sherpa guide and his related expenses.
High altitude tents/sleeping bags and mattress etc.
Summit route fixing charge.
High Camp Services: High Tent, Shovel, Rope, EPI Gas, Gas Burner (MSR Rector) and High Food, etc.
Charges for communication equipment and commercial filming permits during the trek and expedition.
Airport customs charges for expedition gear and materials.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, Hospital medical expenses, emergency evacuation and lost your luggage.
Applicable customs charges for Drone camera and special filming permit.
Personal Expenses: Phone calls, internet, battery recharge, 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.
Bank/wire transfer fees (if applicable).
International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport - TIA.
Any other service cost which is not included in the Cost Includes.
Tips for base camp support crew’s.

Tipping System:
Tipping is done on a group-sharing basis by expedition participants. The minimum recommended amounts are:
1. Base Camp Guide & Cook: Min. USD 300 each.
2. BC Kitchen Boys/Helpers: Min. USD 200 each.
3. Porters: Min. USD 50 each.

Up to Summit Cost Includes

All pick-up and drop-off services for both international and domestic flights, as per the itinerary. (Airport–Hotel–Airport and expedition pick-up and drop-off)
5 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast plan. (3 nights before and 2 nights after the expedition.)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Toyota Hiace, 4WD Jeep or Bus transportation: Kathmandu - Besi Shahar - Kathmandu by Toyota Hiace, 4WD Jeep or Tourist Bus for members, H. A Climbing guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance Sherpa guide and Porters.
Local Reserve 4WD Jeep or Bus transportation: Besi Shahar - Koto Village - Besi Shahar for members, H. A Climbing guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance Sherpa guide and Porters.
Transportation of food supplies, expedition equipment, and baggage (including climbing gears) to and from Base Camp.
Climbing permit for the Mt. Kang Guru expedition and other necessary permit fees.
Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Entrance Permit fees.
Summit route fixing charge.
Garbage management deposit and garbage disposal fees.
Nepal tourist visa extension. (If required by member)
Government Liaison officer with his daily wages, equipment charges, all meals, insurance and both-way airfare.
1 Professional Everest Summiteer H. A. climbing Sherpa guide with his equipment allowance, daily wages, and carrying bonus.
Each climbing member will be accompanied by one High Altitude climbing Sherpa guide.
Transport of food supply and expedition equipments to Base Camp and back.
3 Meals breakfast - Lunch - Dinner and accommodation at teahouse lodges during the trekking to base camp and back.
Each Members will be provided an individual Tent (Kailas/Box Tent), Mattress at Base Camp.
Common Equipment at Base Camp such as Dining Tent, Kitchen Tent, Communication Tent, Shower Tent, Toilet Tent, Tables, Chairs, Cooking utensils and heater, etc.
Freshly cooked meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner): Continental, Nepali, Indian, Tibetan and Chinese items with hot drinks, Tea and Coffee at Base Camp.
Fresh green vegetables, fresh meat, fresh fruits, juice, and drinks will be regularly served at Base Camp.
Experienced Base Camp Sirdar, Manager, Cook and Kitchen helpers at Base Camp.
Necessary Porters up to the Base Camp from Kathmandu or, Basi Shahar and return from the Base Camp.
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Each member is allowed 40 kg of expedition equipment, baggage, or barrels for transport up to Base Camp.
Each member is allowed 30 kg of expedition equipment, baggage, or barrels for the return to Kathmandu.
Equipments allowance, daily wages of base camp sirdar, Manager, Cook, kitchen helpers and porters.
High Altitude Medical expenses, Helicopter rescue coverage insurance for H. A. climbing guide Sherpa, BC Sirdar, Cook, porters and involved Nepalese staffs.
Common climbing equipment such as enough ropes, ice screws, ice bar, ice or rock pitons, etc.
High Camp Services for C1-C3: High Tent, Shovel, Rope, EPI Gas, Gas Burner (MSR Rector) and High Food, etc.
High altitude tents, sleeping bags and mattress.
Generator or, Solar panel at Base Camp for light, charging camera and mobile set.
Walkie-Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.
SAT phone or, Mobile phone available at Base Camp, but nominal charge for use at $ 3 per minute.
Emergency medical Oxygen bottle with mask and regulator or, Gamow Bag at Base Camp. (Lifesaver device).
Weather forecast during the entire expedition.
First Aid Medical Kit Box with medicines at base camp.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Mount Kang Guru summit certificate after the successful summit of the peak.
Nepal government official taxes and company service charge.

Up to Summit 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).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
Hotel after 6 nights stay in Kathmandu.
Personal trekking and climbing gears (trekking and climbing Boots).
Charges for communication equipment and commercial filming permits during the trek and expedition.
Airport customs charges for expedition gear and materials.
Personal insurance such as travel, accident, Hospital medical expenses, emergency evacuation and lost your luggage.
Applicable permit fees, customs charges, Drone camera and commercial filming permit.
Personal Expenses: Phone calls, internet, battery recharge, 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.
Bank/wire transfer fees (if applicable).
Summit Bonus for Personal H. A. climbing Sherpa guide USD 700. (Please see the information mentioned below.)
International airport departure tax at Kathmandu Airport - TIA.
Any other service cost which is not included in the Cost Includes.
Tips for base camp support crew’s.

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 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 200 for climbing from 6,000m to the summit - total USD 700. 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.&lt

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Trip Highlights

Location
Asia, Nepal
Himalayan Range
Peri Himal
Height
6,981m. - (22,904 ft)
Latitude
28° 39′ 27″ N
Longitude
84° 19′ 20″ E
Trip Days
28 Days
Normal Ascent Route
Normal Route
First Ascent
1955 by Heinz Steinmetz, Fritz Lobbichler and Jürgen Wellenkamp
Easiest Route
Rock/Snow/Ice Climb
Grade
Mountaineering
Group Size
Minimum 4 Climber (Private Group, Group Joining Basis)
Lodging Level
Hotel/Lodge/Camping
Accommodation
5 Nights in Kathmandu at a Hotel and 22 Nights in Tea-house Lodge/Camping
Food
B/L/D, Except lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Best Seasons
Spring/Autumn/Winter
Caravan Route
Kathmandu - Besi Shahar - Dharapani - Koto Village - Meta - Phu Gaon - Kang Guru Base Camp - Koto Village - Besi Shahar - Kathmandu