Mt. Tukuche Peak Expedition, Tukuche Peak Climbing Tukuche Peak Information, Tukuche Base Camp, Tukuche Peak Itinrary

Trip Overview

Departure Detail
Spring Season                                                                             Autumn Season
Kathmandu Arrival Date: April 08, 2026                             Kathmandu Arrival Date: October 01, 2026
Expedition Fixed Departure Date: April 10, 2026             Expedition Fixed Departure Date: Oct. 03, 2026

Mt. Tukuche peak (6,920m) is a one of the beautiful mountain among the Dhaulagiri Himalayas range located in Annapurna Region in front of Dhaulagiri 1st. It is at the northern side one of the wildest Hidden Valley and along with Kaligandaki River flows its bottom. The trekking route follows through Annapurna classic trek and divert from Marpha village to the West, Yak Kharka and path reach to Tukuche Base Camp. It takes about 4/5 days with acclimatization and preparation in the Base Camp to get the summit of this mountain via North East Ridge. First Tukuche ascent was 1969 by Swiss team and total 38 expeditions were tried to climb till 2007, there are 19 team got successes including 72 climbers. The latest successful expedition team was in autumn 2003 from France on North West Ridge.

A magnificent mountain views and valley will be seen during the trek and from Tukuche expedition. After ascent up to Tukuche peak you can see plenty of mountain ranges such as Annapurna Ranges, Tilicho peak, Mt. Nilgiri and also beautiful Thakali villages of Marpha, Tukuche Village and Jomsom Valley. The journey came to end at Jomsom and then fly back to Pokhara and evening flight to Kathmandu. This expedition is considered to be low risky but technical solo expedition. So, usually most of climber make their own way using only alpine style setting camp 1 and camp 2 (6,100m) via North West ridge to get the summit of Tukuche Peak.

Advance Base Camp - 5,100m.
Camp 01 – 5,600m.
Camp 02 – 6,100m.

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 Jomsom

08 April - Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1350m), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
09 April - Day 02: Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
10 April - Day 03: Drive/flight to Pokhara (915m) then transfer to Hotel.
11 April - Day 04: Jeep/Bus drive to Marpha Village (2,700m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
12 April - Day 05: Trek from Marpha Village - Yak Kharka (3,680m - Aalubari). O/N at Camping.
13 April - Day 06: Yak Kharka – Hidden Valley (5,000m). O/N at Camping.
14 April - Day 07: Hidden Valley – Tukuche Peak Base Camp. Set up the Camp. O/N at Camping.
15/26 April - Day 08/19: Climbing period for Mt. Tukuche Peak (6,920m) - Full Camping.
27 April - Day 20: Clean up Base Camp and trek back to Yak Kharka. O/N at Camping.
28 April - Day 21: Yak Kharka – Marpha Village (2,700m) then transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
29 April - Day 22: Jeep/Bus Drive to Pokhara by flight then transfer to Hotel.
30 April - Day 23: Drive/flight to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
01 May - Day 24: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
02 May - Day 25: Last minute, transfers to airport for your onward journey. Final Departure.

Outline Expedition Itinerary: B - Dhaulagiri BC

08 April - Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu airport (1,350m), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
09 April - Day 02: Free, Official work for expedition and briefing at Ministry of Tourism.
10 April - Day 03: Drive/flight to Pokhara (915m) then transfer to Hotel.
11 April - Day 04: Drive to Darbang Village (1110m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
12 April - Day 05: Darbang - Sibang (1,780m). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
13 April - Day 06: Sibang - Boghara (2,080m - Bagar). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
14 April - Day 07: Boghara - Dobang (2,520m- Dovan Kharka). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
15 April - Day 08: Dobang - Chartare (3,445m - Chaur Bag Khola Camp). O/N at Teahouse Lodge.
16 April - Day 09: Chartare - Japanese Base Camp (3,890m). Overnight at Camp.
17 April - Day 10: Deposit Camp (3,940m) Or, Japanese Base Camp - Dhaulagiri Base Camp (4,748m.).
18 April - Day 11: Japanese BC - French Pass (5,445m) - Hidden Valley (5,140m) O/N at Camp.
19 April - Day 12: Hidden Valley - Tukuche Peak Base Camp. Set up Camp. O/N at Camping.
20 April - Day 13: Rest and preparation day. O/N at Camping.
21 April/01 May - Day 14/24: Climbing period of Mt. Tukuche Peak (6,920m) - Full Camping.
02 May - Day 25: Clean BC - Yak Kharka (Aalubari) via Thapa/Dhampus Pass (5,244m). O/N at Camping.
03 May - Day 26: Yak Kharka - Marpha Village (2,700m) and transfer to Teahouse Lodge.
04 May - Day 27: Jeep drive back to Pokhara and transfer to Hotel.
05 May - Day 28: Drive/flight to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
06 May - Day 29: Kathmandu free for D-briefing and rest, farewell dinner at evening.
07 May - Day 30: Last minute, transfer to airport for onward journey. Final Departure.

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 2 Night in Pokhara on bed and breakfast plan. (3 nights before and 3 nights after the expedition.)
Toyota Hiace or Tourist Bus (Coach) transportation: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu for members, trekking and Base Camp guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance guide and Porters. Itinerary A - B
4WD Jeep or Bus transportation: Pokhara - Marpha Village - Pokhara for members, trekking and Base Camp guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance guide and Porters. Itinerary A
4WD Jeep or Bus transportation: Pokhara - Darbang Village - Marpha Village - Pokhara for members, trekking and Base Camp guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance guide and Porters. Itinerary B
Transportation of food supplies, expedition equipment, and baggage (including climbing gears) to and from Base Camp.
Climbing permit for the Mt. Tukuche Peak 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, Pokhara 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 Tukuche Peak 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 and Pokhara.
Hotel after 7 nights stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Domestic flight Ticket: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Jomsom - Pokhara - Kathmandu including airport taxes and cargo fees.
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)
4 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu and 2 Night in Pokhara on bed and breakfast plan. (3 nights before and 3 nights after the expedition.)
A welcome dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu.
Toyota Hiace or Tourist Bus (Coach) transportation: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu for members, H. A. Climbing guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance guide and Porters. Itinerary A - B
4WD Jeep or Bus transportation: Pokhara - Marpha Village - Pokhara for members, H. A. Climbing guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance guide and Porters. Itinerary A
4WD Jeep or Bus transportation: Pokhara - Darbang Village - Marpha Village - Pokhara for members, H. A. Climbing guide, Cook, kitchen helpers, assistance guide and Porters. Itinerary B
Transportation of food supplies, expedition equipment, and baggage (including climbing gears) to and from Base Camp.
Climbing permit for the Mt. Tukuche Peak 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, Pokhara 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 Tukuche Peak 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 and Pokhara.
Hotel after 6 nights stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Domestic flight Ticket: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Jomsom - Pokhara - Kathmandu including airport taxes and cargo fees.
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, domestic flight tickets (Kathmandu–Pokhara–Kathmandu) 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
Dhaulagiri Himal
Height
6,920m. (22,703 ft.)
Latitude
28° 44′ 47″ N
Longitude
83° 33′ 30″ E
Trip Days
25, 30 Days
Normal Ascent Route
North West Ridge
First Ascent
1969 by Swiss team and by Hirosuke Kikuchi, Eiho Otani, Takao Yonemoto - Japanese team at April 30, 1970.
Easiest Route
1969 by Swiss team and by Hirosuke Kikuchi, Eiho Otani, Takao Yonemoto - Japanese team at April 30, 1970.
Grade
Mountaineering
Group Size
Minimum 4 Climber (Private Group, Group Joining Basis)
Lodging Level
Hotel/Lodge/Camping
Accommodation
4 Nights in Kathmandu, 2 Night Pokhara at a Hotel and 23 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 - Marpha Village - Yak Kharka - Tukuche Base Camp - Yak Kharka - Marpha Village - Pokhara - Kathmandu or, Itinerary B - Pokhara - Beni Bazar - Darbang - Dhaulagiri Base Camp - Hidden Valley - Tukuche Base Camp - Yak Kharka - Marpha Village - Pokhara - Kathmandu