Himlung Expedition

The Himlung Expedition in Nepal entails conquering the mighty Himlung Himal, a stunning peak reaching 7,126 meters (23,379 feet) in the Nar Phu Valley region. This challenging climb demands solid mountaineering skills, high-altitude experience, and a robust physical condition from adventurers. The journey involves establishing base camps, navigating through glaciated terrain, and employing technical climbing techniques to reach the summit.

 Offering breathtaking vistas of the Annapurna and Manaslu ranges, the Himlung Expedition presents a thrilling and rewarding adventure for seasoned mountaineers seeking a remarkable Himalayan ascent. One of the popular expedition of 7000m and suitable for the mountaineers thrill seekers. The best season to go on the expedition to Himlung Himal is between Oct-Nov (Autumn) and April  to May (Spring).

Guide

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Facts

  • Duration

    25 days

  • Difficult Level

    Hard

  • Group Size

    2-12 pax

  • Maximum Altitude

    7126 m

  • Best Season

    autmn/spring

  • Trekking Type

    EXPEDITION

Trip Itineries

  • Day 1

    Arrival Kathmandu and Transfer to the 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.

    Overnight :

  • Day 2

    Preparation and Rest Day at Kathmandu.On this day we'll begin preparing for the expedition. 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.

    Overnight :

  • Day 3

    Drive from Kathmandu to Jagat. This day we will take private jeep from Kathmandu and drive to Jagat where you will get to see rocky hills and localvillages which take around 7 to 8 hrs to reach Jagat. Overnight at Jagat.

    Overnight : lodge

    7-8 hrs

  • Day 4

    Trek to Koto. After breakfast we will start our trek to Koto passing through the hills and villages you reach at Koto after 6 hours of gentle walk.

    Overnight : tea house/ lodge

    2600 m , Duration : 5-6 hrs

  • Day 5

    Trek to Meta.We begin by crossing the river that guides us to the Nar-Phu valley, trekking through dense forests, small settlements, and a pilgrims' resting place called 'Dharamshala. After a challenging climb, we reach Meta, a winter retreat for people from Nar. It takes 6 to 7 hours to reach Meta.

    Overnight : tea house/ lodge

    3560 m , Duration : 6-7 hrs

  • Day 6

    Trek to Kyang. This day we will start our gentle walk to Kyang Village passing through the tibetean like villages, rivers and bridge with prayer flags which take 6 to 7 hours of walk. Overnight and rest at Kyang.

    Overnight : tea house/ lodge

    3740 m , Duration : 6-7 hrs

  • Day 7

    Trek to Phu.Today's trek will be tough as we'll be climbing quite high. We'll walk on rough ground through little villages that look like Tibetan ones. There will be some special and colorful structures called Chhortens, which are important in Nar and Phu villages.

    Overnight : lodge

    4580 m , Duration : 5-6 hrs

  • Day 8

    Acclimatization day at Phu.We're going to spend the next day in Phu Gaun to check out the nearby places and get used to the lower air pressure and oxygen levels.

    Overnight :

  • Day 9

    Trek to Himlung Base Camp.We're gradually going up to the Himlung Himal Base Camp. We'll go over the Pangri Glacier, navigating large rocks and walking on the moraine until we reach the base camp at 4900meters.We take it easy at the Base Camp and spend the night resting.

    Overnight : camp

    4900 m , Duration : 3-4 hrs

  • Day 10

    Base Camp to Camp 1. On this day we will ascend to Camp 1 and Stay at Camp 1.

    Overnight : camp

    5450 m , Duration :

  • Day 11

    Camp 1 to camp 2 and return B.C. We will ascend from camp 1 to camp 2 and return to Base camp.

    Overnight : camp

    6000 m , Duration :

  • Day 12

    Acclimatization B.C day. This day is the preparation day so to adust our body temperature with the environment.

    Overnight : camp

  • Day 13

    B.C to Camp 1. Ascend drom Base Camp to Camp 1.

    Overnight : camp

    5450 m , Duration :

  • Day 14

    We will ascends from Camp 1 to camp 2.

    Overnight : camp

    6000 m , Duration :

  • Day 15

    Ascend from Camp 2 to Camp 3. stay at camp 3

    Overnight : camp

    6350 m , Duration : 5-6 hrs

  • Day 16

    Rest day at Camp 3. This day preparation and traning before the summit of Mt. Himlung.

    Overnight : camp

  • Day 17

    Ascend Camp 3 to Mt.Himlung Summit andreturn back to Camp 3

    Overnight : camp

    7126 m , Duration :

  • Day 18

    Camp 3 to Base Camp return back.

    Overnight : camp

  • Day 19

    Trek to Phu Goan. On this day we will trek back to Phu Goan from Base Camp.

    Overnight : tea house/ lodge

    4580 m , Duration : 5-6 hrs

  • Day 20

    Phu to Meta. We will trek down to Meta from Phu which will take 5 to 6 hours of gentle walk. stay at Meta

    Overnight : lodge

    3560 m , Duration : 5-6 hrs

  • Day 21

    Trek to Koto. After breakfast we will start our trek to Koto from Meta passing through local tibetean style villages and hills, rivers.

    Overnight : tea house/ lodge

    2600 m , Duration : 5-6 hrs

  • Day 22

    Drive to besi sahar from Koto. This day we drive to Besi sahar from Koto

    Overnight : lodge

  • Day 23

    Drive Kathmandu from Besi Sahar by private jeep. We will drivetoKathmandu from Besi Sahar which will takes around 7 to 8 hours of drive.

    Overnight : Hotel

    7-8 hrs

  • Day 24

    Free 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.

    Overnight :

  • Day 25

    Departure day.You will be transfer to the airport 3 hours before your flight time.

    Overnight :

Service Included

Cost Includes

  • 4 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
  • All lodging & camping during expedition
  • Climbing Mt. Himlung permit royalty fee and special trekking permit.
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Entry Permit
  • Garbage management Fee
  • Government Laision officer Wages, equipment, medical and accidental insurances
  • Transportation by private jeep vehicle.
  • A comprehensive medical kit.
  • 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.
  • Climbing Sherpa summit bonus $800 (per climber)
  • Personal climbing gear.
  • Tips for porters and cooks others staffs
  • Any expenses not specified in the included cost section.
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