Do you want to build on your basic skills in the alpine? Then, try out our Chulu East peak (6,584 m) climbing, plus the stunning Annapurna circuit trekking expedition.
Chulu East Peak might not be the most sought-after destination for trekking in Nepal, but it is equally good as any conventional trek. It is definitely exciting and wild as it unfolds itself in front of you into brilliant white mountains, a moist sub-tropical forest, and a traditional footpath.
Although the tracks are a little old, they are strong enough to accommodate anyone passing through. You would be thankful for the escapism one achieves from walking through the peaceful woods. In the meantime, there are weird plants and wild animals that will never make you bored during a walk.
Classic Chulu East peak climbing begins the Annapurna circuit trekking trail starting from Besisahar and following Marsyangdi valley through magnificent landscapes and cultures. We go through the rhododendron and pine forests and enter their upper valley, where the Manangba people inhabit. From Dharapani and Chame, we deviate in the direction of the Annapurna Circuit trail at Pisang. We climb from Pisang village to Julu village and spent a day acclimatizing here.
A trek from Julu village takes us into non-inhabited areas and passes over the ridge through pine woods, yak grazing grounds, and Mani walls towards Chulu East base camp. Chulu East Base Camp is located in the moraines below the col., between the ridge separating the Chulu East and Chulu Far East peaks. The following day, we trek up to Chulu East Peak High Camp.
We struggle across the rough, steep moraine and soft snow from High Camp towards a large ice-covered ridge. You will have a treacherous climb to cross the broken portion of the glacier and then climb a steep slope of scree to reach a comparatively simple summit. The next day, we climb to the Peak summit and enjoy a panoramic 360-degree view of the Himalayas before returning to the Base Camp.
Walking out of Chulu East camp, we gradually move down towards Manang Valley. Furthermore, we get to see the fascinating Braga monastery on the high hill slopes. We will then trek on a wider course of juniper forests over the next two days, where we might see blue sheep and deer. Also, some Annapurna Massif will be on our sight southwards. The last two hours of the journey is a zigging steep, stony path up to Thorong La pass. Spend that afternoon hiking down Mukhinath Gorge and Kali Gandaki River Valley (3850m). Then, we will return to Pokhara by air and journey to Kathmandu, where our journey officially ends.
This is an amazing Himalayan trekking and climbing experience involving peaks, the East and West Chulu, and an Annapurna Circuit in the Western Nepalese Annapurna area. You will be guided by professional, English-speaking guides. Let us at Eco Holidays help you create a story of a lifetime that will appear in your diary book and make you remember this experience forever.
