Putha Hiunchuli Expedition, Dhaulagiri Himal, Climbing Putha Hiunchuli, Putha Hiunchuli Peak, Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Spring Season                                                                             Autumn Season
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 04, 2026                             Kathmandu Arrival Date: Oct. 01, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 06, 2026             Expedition Fixed Departure Date: Oct. 03, 2026

Mt. Putha Hiunchuli is one of the most beautiful mountain compare to other 7000 meter high peaks of Nepal lies at western most peak of the Dhaulagiri range and is sometimes referred to as Dhaulagiri VII. It was first climbed in 1954 by Jimmy Roberts, a legendary explorer and climber. Mount Dhaulagiri range is made up of some of the world's most impressive peaks and in this range, to the west of Annapurna South of Mount Ganesh Himal, lies a long ridge at the end of which stands the serene Putha Hiunchuli. Mount Putha Hiunchuli is the last 7000 meter marking the end of the snow-capped range. Our trip begins at the trading town of Beni or from Juphal -Dunai, which is about a week's walk away from the German Base Camp situated at an altitude of 4,525m. The landscape during the approach walk is as enchanting as it is unique a mineral world made of high cliffs and deep canyons.

According to the book ‘High Asia’, Jimmy Roberts did a reconnaissance of the Dhaulagiri massif in 1954. During the trip he and Ang Nyima Sherpa climbed Putha Hinchuli 7,246 meter (alias Dhaulagiri VII) via its northeast face. It appeared from the map that this face is most accessible from the Kaya Khola, a side-stream of the Barbung Khola which is directly across the valley from Kakkot. This mountain offers those climbers who like to climb 7000m. Mountain in Nepal to have experience technically and physically to get over 8000m.

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 via Beni Bazar - Spring

04 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
05 April - Day 02: Kathmandu free, official works and briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
06 April - Day 03: Fly or, tourist Bus drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara then transfer to Hotel.
07 April - Day 04: Drive to Darbang Bazar. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 April - Day 05: Darbang – Takum Village. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
09 April - Day 06: Takum – Lumsung Village. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
10 April - Day 07: Lumsung – Gurjagoan. O/N at Camping
11 April - Day 08: Gurjagoan – Darsinge Kharka. O/N at Camping
12 April - Day 09: Darsinge Kharka – Burjunga Kharka. O/N at Camping
13 April Day 10: Burjunga Kharka – Putha Hiuchuli Base Camp. Set up Camp. O/N at Camping
14/30 April - Day 11/27: Climbing Period Mt. Putha Hiuchuli (7,246m) O/N at Camping
01 May - Day 28: Trek back to Burjunga Kharka. O/N at Camping
02 May - Day 29: Burjunga Kharka – Gurjagoan. O/N at Camping
03 May - Day 30: Gurjagoan – Lulang Village. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
04 May - Day 31: Lulang Village – Takum Village. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
05 May - Day 32: Takum Village – Darbang Bazar. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
06 May - Day 33: Jeep or Bus drive from Darbang Bazar to Pokhara by Bus then transfer to Hotel.
07 May - Day 34: Pokhara leisure for rest or explore around.
08 May - Day 35: Fly or, tourist Bus drive from Pokhara – Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
09 May - Day 36: Free in Kathmandu, D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
10 May - Day 37: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: B via Juphal - Spring

04 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
05 April - Day 02: Official works and briefing by officer of Ministry of Tourism.
06 April - Day 03: Fly or Bus drive to Nepalgunj flight then transfer to Hotel.
07 April - Day 04: Fly Nepalgunj – Juphal and trek to Dunai Bazar. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
08 April - Day 05: Dunai Bazar –Tarakot Village. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
09 April - Day 06: Tarakot Village– Musikhola Village. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
10 April - Day 07: Musikhola Village – Kagkot Village. O/N at Camping.
11 April - Day 08: Kagkot Village – Yak Kharka. O/N at Camping.
12 April - Day 09: Yak Kharka – Yak Kharka Phedi. O/N at Camping.
13 April - Day 10: Yak Kharka Phedi – Putha Hiumchuli Base Camp. Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
14 April - Day 11: Mt. Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp Rest and Preparation. O/N at Camping.
15/29 April - Day 12/26: Climbing Period for Mt. Putha Hiunchuli (7,246m). O/N at Camping.
30 April - Day 27: Trek back to Yak Kharka. O/N at Camping.
01 May - Day 28: Yak Kharka – Sergoan. O/N at Camping.
02 May - Day 29: Sergaon Village – Chharka Village. O/N at Camping.
03 May - Day 30: Chharka Village – Kharayo Chaur. O/N at Camping.
04 May - Day 31: Kharayo Chaur – Saldang Phedi. O/N at Camping.
05 May - Day 32: Saldang Phedi – Saldang Village. O/N at Camping.
06 May - Day 33: Saldang Village – Phalek Village. O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
07 May - Day 34: Trek to Eklebhatti and Jeep or, Bus drive to Pokhara and transfer to Hotel.
08 May - Day 35: Fly or tourist Bus drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
09 May - Day 36: Free in Kathmandu, D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
10 May - Day 37: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey.

Up to Base Camp 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)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
4 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu and 3 night in Pokhara on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Nights before and 4 Night after expedition). Itinerary - A via Beni Bazar
Domestic Air Ticket: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu including airport taxes and cargo fees for members, trekking and base camp guide. Itinerary - A via Beni Bazar
4WD Jeep or, Bus transportation: Pokhara - Darbang Bazar or, Lumsung - Pokhara for members, trekking and base camp guide, Cook, Kitchen Helpers, assistant sherpa guide and porters. Itinerary - A via Beni Bazar
Day or, Night Bus or, Reserve Bus Transportation: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu for expedition Cook, Kitchen Helpers, assistant sherpa guide and porters. Itinerary - A via Beni Bazar
4 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu, 1 night in Nepalgunj and 1 night in Pokhara on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Nights before and 3 Night after expedition). Itinerary - B via Juphal
Domestic Air Ticket: Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Juphal - Pokhara - Kathmandu including airport taxes and cargo fees for members, trekking and base camp guide, Or, Nepalgunj/Juphal for Cook, Kitchen Helpers, assistant sherpa guide and necessary Porters. Itinerary - B via Juphal
Direct Day or, Night Bus Transportation: Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Eklebhatti - Pokhara and Kathmandu for expedition Cook, Kitchen Helpers, assistant sherpa guide and porters. Itinerary - B via Juphal
4WD Jeep or, Bus transportation: Eklebhatti (Muktinath) - Pokhara for members, trekking and base camp guide. Itinerary - B via Juphal
Transport of food supplies, expedition equipment, and baggage (including climbing gears) to and from Base Camp.
Climbing permit for the Mt. Putha Hiunchuli expedition and other necessary permit fees.
Garbage management deposit and garbage disposal fees.
Nepal tourist visa extension. (If required by member)
Shey Phoksundo National Park 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, Pokhara, Juphal and return from the Base Camp.
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Each member is allowed 30 kg of expedition equipment's, baggage, or barrels for transport up to Base Camp.
Each member is allowed 20 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 Putha Hiunchuli 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 60 days - Visa can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport-Kathmandu).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Hotel after 8 nights stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Domestic Air Ticket: Jomsom - Pokhara for member and trekking and base camp guide, trekking and base camp guide. Itinerary - B via Juphal
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.
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 200 each.
2. BC Kitchen Boys/Helpers: Min. USD 150 each.
3. Porters: Min. USD 100 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)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
4 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu and 3 night in Pokhara on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Nights before and 4 Night after expedition). Itinerary - A via Beni Bazar
Domestic Air Ticket: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu including airport taxes and cargo fees for members, H. A. Climbing guide. Itinerary - A via Beni Bazar
4WD Jeep or, Bus transportation: Pokhara - Darbang Bazar or, Lumsung - Pokhara for members, H. A. Climbing, Cook, Kitchen Helpers, assistant sherpa guide and porters. Itinerary - A via Beni Bazar
Day or, Night Bus or, Reserve Bus Transportation: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu for expedition Cook, Kitchen Helpers, assistant sherpa guide and porters. Itinerary - A via Beni Bazar
4 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu, 1 night in Nepalgunj and 1 night in Pokhara on a bed and breakfast plan. (3 Nights before and 3 Night after expedition). Itinerary - B via Juphal
Domestic Air Ticket: Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Juphal - Pokhara - Kathmandu including airport taxes and cargo fees for members, H. A. Climbing Guide, Or, Domestic Air Ticket: Nepalgunj/Juphal for Cook, Kitchen Helpers, assistant sherpa guide and necessary Porters. Itinerary - B via Juphal
Direct Day or, Night Bus Transportation: Kathmandu - Nepalgunj - Eklebhatti - Pokhara and Kathmandu for expedition Cook, Kitchen Helpers, assistant sherpa guide and Porters. Itinerary - B via Juphal
4WD Jeep or, Bus transportation: Eklebhatti (Muktinath) - Pokhara for members, H. A. Climbing Guide. Itinerary - B via Juphal
Transport of food supplies, expedition equipment, and baggage (including climbing gears) to and from Base Camp.
Climbing permit for the Mt. Putha Hiunchuli expedition and other necessary permit fees.
Shey Phoksundo National Park entrance Permit fees.
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.
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, Pokhara, Juphal and return from the Base Camp. Itinerary A
2 Expedition Cultural Treks duffel bag or, barrel for each member.
Each member is allowed 30 kg of expedition equipment, baggage, or barrels for transport up to Base Camp.
Each member is allowed 20 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 Putha Hiunchuli 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 60 days - Visa can be obtained upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport-Kathmandu).
Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Hotel after 8 nights stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Domestic Air Ticket: Jomsom - Pokhara for member and trekking and base camp guide, H. A. Climbing guide. Itinerary - B via Juphal
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 1000. (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, domestic flight tickets (Jomsom–Pokhara–Kathmandu - B), 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 500 for climbing from 6,000m to the summit - total USD 1000. 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
Dhaulagiri Himal
Height
7,246m. - (23,772 ft)
Latitude
28° 44′ 56″ N
Longitude
83° 08′ 55″ E
Trip Days
37 Days
Normal Ascent Route
Normal route
First Ascent
by J. O. M. Roberts and Ang Nyima Sherpa on 1954.
Easiest Route
Snow/Ice Climb
Grade
Mountaineering
Group Size
Minimum 4 Climbers (Separate Group/Group Joining Basis)
Lodging Level
Hotel/Lodge/Camping
Accommodation
4 Nights in Kathmandu and 3 Night in Pokhara at a Hotel and 29 Nights in Tea-house Lodge/Camping, Itinerary - B 4 Nights in Kathmandu, 1 night in Nepalgunj and 1 night in Pokhara at a Hotel and 30 Nights in Tea-house Lodge/Camping.
Food
B/L/D, Except lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Best Seasons
Spring/Autumn/Winter
Caravan Route
Kathmandu – Pokhara - Beni Bazar - Darbang Bazar - Gurjagoan -Darsinge Kharka - Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp - Burjunga Kharka – Gurjagoan - Lulang Village - Darbang Bazar - Pokhara - Kathmandu Or, Kathmandu, Nepalgunj-Juphal-Dunai–Tarakot-Yak Kharka - Putha Hiunchuli Base Camp - Sergoan - Chharka Village - Saldang Phedi - Phalek Village - Ekle Bhatti - Pokhara - Kathmandu