The Baruntse Expedition is an interesting and challenging mountaineering expedition that involves scaling Baruntse, a majestic peak in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Standing tall at 7,129 meters (23,389 feet), Baruntse offers a demanding yet rewarding climb, attracting experienced mountaineers seeking to test their skills at high altitudes. The expedition typically involves establishing base camps, navigating crevassed terrain, and employing technical climbing techniques to reach the summit. With stunning views of iconic Himalayan peaks like Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu.
Optimal physical fitness and sufficient high-altitude trekking experience are required for participating in this expedition to ensure a safe and successful journey. Our guides and climbing sherpas are all well-trained and experienced for this expedition.
Facts
- Duration
35 days
- Difficult Level
Moderate
- Group Size
2-12 pax
- Maximum Altitude
7129 m
- Best Season
Autmn, Spring
- Trekking Type
EXPEDITION
Trip Itineries
Day 1
Arrivée Kathmandu & Transfer to hotel.Our representative will be there to welcome you at Arrivals. After that, you'll be taken to your hotel for some rest and relaxation.
Day 2
Preparation day at Kathmandu. On this day we will conduct briefing of the trekking and peak routes and our guide will meet you during the brief time. We will complete all our permit douments formalities.
Day 3
Drive to Pattale from Kathmandu by private jeep. After Breakfast early morning drive to Pattale from Kathmandu which will take you around 6 to 7 hours approx to reach. Rest at Pattale
7h , Altitude : 2800 mDay 4
Trek to Bung. After breakfast we head towards Bung village from Pattale with walkable distance and it takes 4 hours of walking to reach to Bung village. Rest at Bung.
4h , Altitude : 2900 mDay 5
Trek to Khiraule. Our trek starts from uphill climb from Bung, passing through several agricultural farmlands we reach beautiful Khiraule village. Rest at Khiraule.
2h , Altitude : 3100 mDay 6
Trek to Cholem kharkha. After having breakfast we keep moving to our another destination that is Cholem Kharka which takes 4 hours of walking duration from Khiraule Village. On the way you will see hills and mounatins ranges along with the locals. overnight at cholem kharka
4h , Altitude : 3600 mDay 7
Trek to Kothe. We move towards Kothe a beautiful village which takes around 5 hours of walking at an altitude of 3570 m. overnight at Kothe
5h , Altitude : 3570 mDay 8
Trek to Thangnak. After breakfst we will follow the path of trail saure passing through some historical monastry we will end by reaching Thangnakat an altitude of 4240 m.
5h , Altitude : 4240 mDay 9
Rest day at Thangnak. Exploring Thangnak
Day 10
Trek to Khare. Todays trek will be short but yet will be tiring cause of higher altitude. Passing through the water fall and Dig glacier we reach Khare. Rest at Khare.
3 - 4h , Altitude : 4935 mDay 11
Acclimatization day at Khare. Preparation day before climbing Mera Peak, our guide will demonstarate tricks and technique to climb up the peak.
Day 12
Trek to Mera High Camp. On this day we will head towards Mera high camp it takes around 6 to 7 hours of walking where you can have spectacular view of Mount Kanchenjunga in the east, Lhotse Eesrest and Ama Dablam in the west, Mount Makalu in front of us.
6h , Altitude : 5800 mDay 13
Mera Peak then trek to Kongme Dingma. Climbing up the summit of Mera Peak one of the popular peak in Nepal with a breath taking views of Mt. Baruntse, Everest, Kanchenjunga, Lhotse and Cho Oyu
8h , Altitude : 5000 mDay 14
Camp Chamlang. We move towards Camp Chamling. which will takes around 3 to 4 hours of gentle walk.
3-4h , Altitude : 5100 mDay 15
Camp base Baruntse. On this day will start our trek to Baruntse Base camp which is the base of Mt. Baruntse at an altitude of 5435 m.
4h , Altitude : 5435 mDay 16
Acclimatization at Camp base Baruntse. Training Preparation day at Base Camp
5435 mDay 17
Hike to Camp 1 and return back to Base Camp from Camp 1. Overnight at base camp.
6100 mDay 18
Rest day at Base Camp.
5435 mDay 19
climb to Camp C1 and overnight at Camp C1
6100 mDay 20
Desecend to Base Camp from Camp 1.
6100 mDay 21
Rest day at BC.(Base Camp)
5435 mDay 22
Hike up to CampC1 and overnight at CampC1.
6100 mDay 23
Hike up to Camp C2 and Overnight at Camp C2
6500 mDay 24
Climb up to Summit Mt.Baruntse and return to C1 camp 1
7129 mDay 25
Descent to Base Camp From Camp 1
6100 mDay 26
Descend day from BC.(Base Camp)
5435 mDay 27
Rest Day
Day 28
Camp at the foot of Amphulapsa and it will take 4 hours to reach foot of Amphulapsa
4h , Altitude :Day 29
Trek toChukhung fromAmphulapsa. Its a long day to reach Chukkung so you have to be prepared for that.
9h , Altitude : 4800 mDay 30
Trek to Pangboche. On this after having breakfast we move towards Pangboche which will take 5 hours of walking at an altitude of 3900 m. Passing through the beautiful breath taking views of Khumbu himalayan ranges we reach beautiful Panngboche village where it will offers majestic views of Mt. Everest and Mt. Ama Dablam, along with that you will get to mobserve authentic Sherpa Culture, lifetsyles of locals.
5h , Altitude : 3900 mDay 31
Trek to Namche Bazaar. It takes 6 hours of walking to reach to nmache Bazar from Pangboche. Overnight at Namche.
6h , Altitude :Day 32
Trek to Lukla.Trek to Lukla.We descend from Namche through charming forests, passing villages like Monjo and Phakding, finally reaching Lukla for an overnight stay.
6h , Altitude :Day 33
Flight Lukla to Kathmandu.After Breakfast we will take the flight from Lukla to Kathmandu and Overnight in hotel at Kathmandu
35 minute , Altitude :Day 34
Rest day at Kathmandu.Its a free day at Kathmandu for you so you have time to explore the heritage sites and major tourist places of Kathmandu.
Day 35
Departure day.You will be transfer to the airport 3 hours before your flight time.
Service Included
Cost Includes
• 4 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
• All lodging & camping during expedition
• Climbing Mt. Baruntse permit royalty fee and national park fees.
• Garbage management Fee
• Government Laision officer Wages, equipment, medical and accidental insurances
• Domestic flights from Lukla to Kathmandu.
• Climbing Sherpa Costs covering wages, insurance, meals, transportation, and allowances for porters and guides.
• Individual sleeping tents and mattresses
• Gamow bag and Access to medical gear
• Solar panel for batteries charges and lights
• Equipment for camping and cooking
• 3 bottles of oxygen cylinder each
• Three meals a day on the trek and camping
• Satellite phone, Fixing Rope
• All the government taxes of Nepal.
Service Excluded
Cost Excludes
• International flight expenses.
• Nepal entry visa fee.
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
• Additional meals during the trek beyond breakfast, lunch, dinner, and three times tea or coffee.
• Travel and medical insurance, and emergency heli rescue evacuation costs if necessary.
• Personal expenses like alcoholic beverages, laundry, boiled or mineral water.
• Extra batteries, cell phone charging, or trekking Wi-Fi.
• Personal climbing gear.
• Climbing Sherpa bonus $800 (per climber) and also for other staff’s cook’s porters.
• Tips for porters
• Any expenses not specified in the included cost section.
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