Mt. Ratna Chuli Expedition, Ratna Chuli Information, Ratna Chuli Peak Climbing, Ratna Chuli Climb Nepal

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Spring Season                                                                               Autumn Season
Kathmandu Arrival Date: March 29, 2026                           Kathmandu Arrival Date: October 01, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 01, 2026              Expedition Fixed Departure Date: Oct. 04, 2026

Mt. Ratna Chuli stand at height of 7,035 meter located between the border of Nepal and Tibet (China) in north of the Annapurna and Manaslu region, majestically situated above the Tibetan village of Phu Gaon in the western region of Nepal. Since the first opening of the Nar Phu Valley of western Nepal in 2000, there have been very few mountaineering expedition teams are enter this valley for climb the mountain. Mount Ratna Chuli lies in a ridge running in a west-east direction, which forms the state border and the watershed between Yarlung Tsangpo in the north and Marsyangdi in the south. 11,83 km to the west is the (6889m) high Lugula Himal. Ratna Chuli first ascent in 1996 by a Japanese-Nepalese expedition (Santa Bahadur Ale, Durga Bahadur Tamang, Tul Bahadur Tamang (Nepal), Katsuhiko Sawada and Osamu Tanabe (Japan) successfully climbed Ratna Chuli over the west Ridge.

Mt. Ratna Chuli expedition start from Kathmandu, six hour scenic drive takes us Besi Shahar where we stop for overnight. Our trek commences from the classic Annapurna circuit route till Koto by local Jeep or Bus and then leaves towards the route Dharmasala, then to Nar Phu Valley, Kyang, Phu village where we spend one day extra for proper acclimatization and local exploration. Next day we reach to the Ratna Chuli Base Camp. After setting up the Base Camp our strong team of staffs set up various camps, members have the chance to going up and down for proper acclimatization and we attempt summit on a favorable day for everyone. Mount Ratna Chuli expedition is tremendously delightful and fine acclimatization tramp to develop achievement in your fantasizing strategy to expedition above seven thousand meters, consequently, we ensure truly respectable experiences staff member who will be handling your trip in Nepal.

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: Spring

29 March - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
30 March - Day 02: Free day in Kathmandu, preparation and briefing about trip at evening.
31 March - Day 03: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
01 April - Day 04: Kathmandu to Besi Shahar (823m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
02 April - Day 05: Besi Shahar – Koto Village (2,600m). by local Jeep O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
03 April - Day 06: Koto – Meta (3,560m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
04 April - Day 07: Meta – Chako (Chaka). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
05 April - Day 08: Chako – Phu Gaon (4,030m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
06 April - Day 09: Phu Gaon rest for explore and acclimatization. O/N at Camping.
07 April - Day 10: Phu Gaon – Ratna Chuli Base Camp (4,842m) - Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
08/19 April - Day 11/22: Climbing periods for Mt. Ratna Chuli (7,035m) - Full Camping.
20 April - Day 23: Clean up Base Camp and Preparation back packing. O/N at Camping.
21 April - Day 24: Trek back from Ratna Chuli BC to Phu Village. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
22 April - Day 25: Phu Gaon – Meta village. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
23 April - Day 26: Meta – Koto village. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
24 April - Day 27: Drive back to Besi Shahar. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
25 April - Day 28: Drive to Kathmandu then transfers to Hotel.
26 April - Day 29: Free in Kathmandu, D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
27 April - Day 30: Last minute, transfers to airport for onward journey.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: Autumn

01 October - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfers 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: Kathmandu to Besi Shahar (823m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
05 October - Day 05: Besi Shahar – Koto Village (2,600m). by local Jeep O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
06 October - Day 06: Koto – Meta (3,560m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
07 October - Day 07: Meta – Chako (Chaka). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
08 October - Day 08: Chako – Phu Gaon (4,030m). O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
09 October - Day 09: Phu Gaon rest for explore and acclimatization. O/N at Camping.
10 October - Day 10: Phu Gaon – Ratna Chuli Base Camp (4,842m) - Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
11/22 October - Day 11/22: Climbing periods for Mt. Ratna Chuli (7,035m) - Full Camping.
23 October - Day 23: Clean up Base Camp and Preparation back packing. O/N at Camping.
24 October - Day 24: Trek back from Ratna Chuli BC to Phu Village. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
25 October - Day 25: Phu Gaon – Meta Village. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
26 October - Day 26: Meta – Koto Village. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
27 October - Day 27: Drive back to Besi Shahar. O/N at Tea-house Lodge.
28 October - Day 28: Drive to Kathmandu then transfers to Hotel.
29 October - Day 29: Free in Kathmandu, D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
30 October - Day 30: Last minute, transfers 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.
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 Tourist Coach (Bus) transportation: Kathmandu - Besi Shahar - Kathmandu 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. Ratna Chuli 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 Ratna Chuli 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 150 each.
2. BC Kitchen Boys/Helpers: Min. USD 100 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 Tourist Bus (Coach) transportation: Kathmandu - Besi Shahar - Kathmandu 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. Ratna Chuli 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 Ratna Chuli 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.

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Trip Highlights

Location
Asia, Nepal
Himalayan Range
Peri Himal
Height
7,035m. (23,080 ft)
Latitude
28° 51′ 53″ N
Longitude
84° 22′ 02″ E
Trip Days
30 Days
Normal Ascent Route
Normal route
First Ascent
by a Japan-Nepal join expedition team on 1996.
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 - Koto - Dharmashala - Ratna Chuli Base Camp - Kathmandu