Himlung Himal is situated in the border of Nepal and Tibet, in the Northern part of Manaslu and Annapurna Ranger with an elevation of 7,126m. It is a great way to begin mountaineering as the ascent to its peak is technically less difficult. On the same hand, it is still also a challebge for those who are beginning their mountaineering journey, although it is easier than other seven thousanders to scale.. The trekking route to the base camp passes through two stunning, interesting and unique cultural Tibetan settlements, the Nar and Phu Gaun.
As Himlung Himal and the route to its base camp has not been opened for trekkers and mountaineers for long, only a few mountaineers have travelled and been travelling here, so a trek to this place will give you a great opportunity to explore untouched and unadulterated region of the country in whole.

Outline Itinerary (Himlung Expedition)
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu, Tribhuvan International Airport, transfer to hotel by our representative.
Day 02 -3 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu & Climbing Preparations.
Day 04 : Drive from Kathmandu to Chamje (1410m), 7-8 hrs, overnight at Lodge.
Day 05 : Trek from Chamje to Dharapani (1960m), 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.
Day 06 : Trek from Dharapani to Koto (2600m), 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.
Day 07 : Trek from Koto to Singenge (3230m), 6-7 hrs, tented Camp.
Day 08 : Trek from Singenge to Kyang (4100m), 6-7 hrs, tented Camp.
Day 09 : Trek from Kyang to Phu (4580m), 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.
Day 10 : Exploration day at Phu Valley; Visit Samdu, Choling and Tashi Monastery, overnight at guest house.
Day 11 : Trek from Phu to Himlung Himal Base Camp (4842m), 3-4 hrs, tented Camp.
Day 12 – 27 : Climbing Himlung Himal (7126m), and descend back to base camp.
Day 28 : Trek back to Phu village (4580m), 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.
Day 29 : Trek from Phu to Meta (3560m), 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.
Day 30 : Trek from Meta to Koto (2600m), 6-7 hrs, overnight at Lodge.
Day 31 : Trek from Koto to Dharapani 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.
Day 32 : Drive from Dharapani to kathmandu via Besi Sahar 8-9 hrs, overnight at hotel.
Day 33 : Free day for personal activities or recreations at Kathmandu.
Day 34 : Transfer to airport, departure to your own destination.

Note: We would like to inform and assure you that we always follow the itinerary program but we might have to compel to change the itinerary due to bad weather, route condition and in any other unexpected situation compel in the field. We seek to request maximum flexibility for your safety while you are travelling in the Himalaya. There are also many other optional routes and programs which can be customized based on your interest. The cost will vary for the customized program. Please feel free to contact us for customized program.

Day 1

Day 01 : Arrival at Kathmandu, Tribhuvan International Airport, transfer to hotel by our representative.

Day 2

Day 02 - 3 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu & Climbing Preparations.

Today we will spend most of our day sightseeing around some of the world heritage sites of UNESCO inside Kathmandu valley. Most importantly we will complete all the necessary paper works and make other preparations required for Himlung Expedition.

Day 3

Day 04 : Drive from Kathmandu to Chamje (1410m), 7-8 hrs, overnight at Lodge.

After breakfast, we prepare for a drive from Kathmandu along the banks of Trishuli River for a couple of hours up to Dumre and then along the banks of Marsyangdi River. Our drive goes over scenic zigzag hilly roads passing through Besisahar and drive towards Chamje. Before we could drive up to Besisahar and trek from there, but now the expansion of motor road has made it possible to drive further to Chamje.

Day 4

Day 05 : Trek from Chamje to Dharapani (1960m), 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.

After breakfast, we start our trek on the trail that crosses a suspension bridge and then climbs steeply to reach Sattale where the valley becomes narrow. After some time of trekking, we will arrive at the village of Tal, which marks the entry to Manang district. From Tal village, our trail descends down to cross a suspension bridge over Marsyangdi river. After crossing the river our trail is a fairly moderate trek all the way to the Gurung village of Dharapani.

Day 5

Day 06 : Trek from Dharapani to Koto (2600m), 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.

Today we leave Dharapani and follow the trail that is a moderate trek towards the village of Bagarchhap. After crossing the village, our trail climbs steeply through the dense forest filled with fir and pine trees as we approach Timang. Great views of Lamjung Himal can be seen from here. Our trek continues on a flat trail and then descend before climbing again to reach Thanchok. From there we will gently descend to reach Koto.

Day 6

Day 07 : Trek from Koto to Singenge (3230m), 6-7 hrs, tented Camp.

Our trail descends down to cross a suspension bridge over Naar Phu Khola and heads upstream to cross another suspension bridge over Seti Khola tributary. From there, our trail becomes steeper as the gorge closes in forming a canyon. We continue to trek with thrilling experience of crossing a wooden bridge before making a final climb to arrive at the stone huts of Singenge.

Day 7

Day 08 : Trek from Singenge to Kyang (4100m), 6-7 hrs, tented Camp.

During our trek, we will get stunning views of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal. From here we will traverse around the hillside to a board clearing of Junam Goth. Our trail from here climbs a little before dropping down to cross Mruju Khola which is the outflow of Lyapche Glacier. From there we will climb steeply and cross an eroded section of moraine to reach our campsite at Kyang.

Day 8

Day 09 : Trek from Kyang to Phu (4580m), 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.

After breakfast, we leave Kyang and follow the trail that enters a narrow gorge before descending down to the river. Once at the river bed – we will see a wooden bridge over the river. Instead of crossing the wooden bridge, we will trek along the trail that heads north. Our trail climbs steeply for some time before descending gently towards a series of deserted buildings and large chortens. From there, our trek heads for the crossing of a suspension bridge to arrive at the village of Phu.

Day 9

Day 10 : Exploration day at Phu Valley; Visit Samdu, Choling and Tashi Monastery, overnight at guest house.

Today we will spend our day exploring around the village of Phu. The stone village of Phu is believed to be as old as 800 years. We spend our day visiting Samdu Monastery and Choling Monastery. Walking around the small streets will give us the feeling of stepping back in time. Also, climbing up to Tashi Monastery is considered best from acclimatization point of view.

Day 10

Day 11 : Trek from Phu to Himlung Himal Base Camp (4842m), 3-4 hrs, tented Camp.

Today is a rather short day of trekking. After breakfast, we leave Phu and follow the slightly rising trail that heads all the way to a good campsite at 4842 meters. Once we reach our campsite, our climbing Sherpa crew will set up the base camp and start making preparations for setting up additional camps at higher altitudes above the base camp.

Day 11

Day 12 - 25 : Climbing Himlung Himal (7126m), and descend back to base camp.

We will spend several days doing climbing training practices and take adequate days for proper acclimatization. Our Sherpa crew in the meantime will do all the hard works of setting up additional camps above the base camp, provide healthy and hygienic meals and finding routes to reach the summit of Himlung Himal. Fully equipped with all the climbing gears and taking weather conditions into consideration we follow in the footsteps of experienced climbing Sherpa guides and tackle several technical climbing sections to reach the summit. Once at the summit we are rewarded with stunning views of Manaslu & Annapurna Himalayan Ranges. We will spend short quality time at the summit and descend following the same route back to base camp.

Day 12

Day 26 : Trek back to Phu village (4580m), 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.

Having achieved our target – the summit of Himlung Himal, we make a relaxed start and clean up around the base camp. After breakfast, we leave base camp and start retracing our steps on the same trail that descends down to Phu village. We will stop at Phu for our overnight stay. Enjoy the rest of the evening exploring around the small streets of Phu. The environment around here is truly magical.

Day 13

Day 27 : Trek from Phu to Meta (3560m), 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.

After breakfast, we leave Phu village and follow the same trail that crosses a suspension bridge and goes along a series of deserted buildings and chorten. We continue to follow the trail that descends towards Kyang. From there, our trail descends and crosses an eroded section of moraine before crossing the Mruju Khola. Our trek continues with breathtaking views of Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal we will arrive at the seasonal settlement of Meta.

Day 14

Day 28 : Trek from Meta to Koto (2600m), 6-7 hrs, overnight at Lodge.

Our trek continues on the same trail that descends rather steeply to reach the bottom of the valley. Our trail passes through the stone huts of Singenge before descending down through densely forested section. After some time of downhill trekking, we will approach a suspension bridge over Seti Khola tributary. We will cross the bridge and then climb fo Then we cross a suspension bridge over Seti Khola tributary before climbing a short ascend to reach Koto village.

Day 15

Day 29 : Trek from Koto to Dharapani 5-6 hrs, overnight at Lodge.

Day 16

Day 30 : Drive from Dharapani to kathmandu via Besi Sahar 8-9 hrs, overnight at hotel.

Day 17

Day 31 : Free day for personal activities or recreations at Kathmandu.

Day 18

Day 32 : Transfer to airport, departure to your own destination.

Price Includes:

Airport picks up and drops off, upon arrival and departure in Kathmandu
4 night’s hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
Mt. Himlung expedition Royalty
20 kg weight per Sherpa climber is allowed for expedition
Necessary Sherpa porters or mules for carrying equipment & loads
Twin sharing accommodation in available Teahouse while trekking
Meals; (Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner) tea & coffee during the Teahouse and camping period
Common climbing gears like necessary rope, ice bars, ice screws, etc
Twin sharing tent of Mountain Hardwear similar for Base Camp
Experience government licensed climbing guide and trekking guide
All food and fuel for base camp and higher camps during the climbing period
Trekking Permit; Narphu and Annapurna Conservation Park entry fee
Kitchen, Dining, Store tent, mattress and all camping facilities needed in Base Camp
The experienced and professional Sherpa staff at Base Camp: Base camp manager, cook, kitchen boy
Liaison officer, his fee, daily wages, equipment, clothing, accommodation, transportation, meals and insurance
Garbage deposit for Ministry of Tourism
Radio sets for members and climbing Sherpa
Equipment medical & life, allowance, wages, life, medical & rescue insurance for all Nepali members
Emergency oxygen bottle, mask & regulator at ABC (Use and pay)
Immediate Rescue co-ordination covered by your personal travel insurance
Solar panel for charging & lighting in Himlung Himal Base camp
Company service charge
Garbage fee / Environmental Fee
Tips for Base Camp staffs and climbing guide
Farewell dinner during the last day of departure

Price doesn't Include:

International flights
Visa fees
Bar and beverage bills
Travel insurance
Meals; Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
Any other expenses incurred except mentioned in above ‘included’ items
Ice axe, Crampons and Climbing boots
Four season sleeping bag for base camp use and above
(1). Harness (2). Jumar, ascender (3). 3 x tape slings (4). 2 x screw-gate karabiners (5). Descender, abseil device (6). Prussic loops
Plastic mountaineering boots and Neoprene over boots
Globes, Sun glasses, Snow glacess, Down suit or duvet/salopette combination, warm wolloen socks, well broken in trekking shoes, trekking poles
Successful Climbing Bonus for the Sherpa Euro 450 recommended)
Tips for driver, guide, porter, BC staff and climbing Sherpas

Mt. Himlung Himal Expedition 7126m. - 34 Days

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