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Churen Himal Expedition

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Churen Himal Expedition

Mt Churen 7,385m (24,229ft) is among the mountains in the Dhaulagiri range. It has three pinnacles-Churen west (7,371m), Churen south (7,375m), and Churen north (7,371m). Mount Churen Himal was first climbed by the Academic Alpine Club of Shizuoka Expedition team by Kr Fukui and K Hasegawa on 24 October 1970. Ryozo Yamamoto and his group had intended to climb from 1963 but sadly the expedition did not materialize until 1970. Members of the Academic Alpine Club of Shizuoka, Japan climbed the main peak (West Peak) of Churen Himal (7,371m) and the Central Peak (about 7371m) on 28 and 24 October 1970 from the Southeast ridge which was lead by Takashi Serizawa. It usually takes five days to reach the base camp of Churen Himal South via Dharpani, Takum, Lumsung, Gurja, Burjunga Kharka and Darsinge Khark. The base camp stands at 4,800m/15,748 ft which leads to three other high camps-Camp I (5,700m/17,700ft), Camp II (6,200m/20,341ft), Camp III (6,700m/21,981ft) will construct three high camps. The best seasons for Churen Himal Expedition is from April-May in spring and October in the fall season. Join this expedition with us as we offer a holistic service arranging the required permits, climbing documents, logistics and personal climbing guide.

Overview

Trip Code WPP-001-CRXP

Destination Nepal

Altitude 7385m

Region Dhaulagiri Region

Season Spring and Autumn

Difficulty Moderate

Accomodation Hotel, Tea House & Tent

Duration 38 Days

Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrive at Kathmandu Day 2 : A full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley, the capital city Day 3 : Expedition Preparation Day Day 4 : Fly to Pokhara (930m/3,050ft) Day 5 : Drive from Pokhara to Darbang (1,110m/3,640ft) Day 6 : Trek from Darbang to Takum via Dharapani village (1670m/5,477ft) Day 7 : Trek from Takum to Lamsung village (2,190m/7,183ft) Day 8 : Trek from Lamsung to Gurja Village (2,620m/8,593ft) Day 9 : Trek from Gurja village to Darsinge Kharka (3,600m/11,808ft) Day 10 : Trek from Darsinge Kharka to Burjunga Kharka (3,415m/11,201ft) Day 11 : Trek from Burjunga Kharka to Churen Himal Base Camp (4600m/15,088) Day 12 - 30 : Climbing Period [Basecamp-Summit (7,371m/24,176ft)-Basecamp] Day 31 : Clean up base camp and trek from Basecamp to Burjunga Kharka (3,415m/11,201ft) Day 32 : Trek from Burjunga Kharka to Gurja Village (2,620m/8,593ft) Day 33 : Trek from Gurjagoan village to Lulang village (2,200m/7,216ft) Day 34 : Trek from Lulang to Dharapani to Darbang (1,110m/3,640ft) Day 35 : Drive from Darbang to Pokhara via Beni (830m/2,722ft) Day 36 : Fly to Kathmandu Day 37 : Leisure Day at Kathmandu Day 38 : Departure

Day 1: Arrive at Kathmandu

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, our company representative will meet and welcome you to Nepal and then you'll be transferred to your confirmed hotel. Once you finish the check-in procedure, you can rest & relax at the hotel. Later you will be accompained by the office staff for a short tour of Thamel to make you familiar with some good restaurants, ATMs, money changer and other necessary places you might need during your stay in Thamel.

Day 2: A full day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley, the capital city

The very next morning, after breakfast you will leave for a full day sightseeing tour around Kathmandu valley. You can visit the sacred Pashupatinath Temple and Swyambhunath, very ancient and essentially enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The biggest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhanath and the fine arts and historical architecture of Kathmandu Durbar Square reflecting the ancient Nepalese culture which is the highlights of our guided tour. A visit to Patan City will enchant you with its famous fine arts and historical architecture. On return to your hotel, you will have time to explore the local area, have dinner and perhaps take a leisurely stroll through the famous streets. Finally, day ends with a Authentic Nepalese Dinner in Nepali Cultural Restaurant.

Day 3: Expedition Preparation Day

We spend a day preparing the final documents, gears & equipment check and so on. You can go for final shopping if something is missed before leaving out for the mountain.

Day 4: Fly to Pokhara (930m/3,050ft)

Early morning fly to Pokhara & explore pokhara. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 5: Drive from Pokhara to Darbang (1,110m/3,640ft)

5-6 hrs drive from Pokhara to Darbang. Overnight in Lodge.

Day 6: Trek from Darbang to Takum via Dharapani village (1670m/5,477ft)

4-5 hrs trek. Overnight camping.

Day 7: Trek from Takum to Lamsung village (2,190m/7,183ft)

5-6 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.

Day 8: Trek from Lamsung to Gurja Village (2,620m/8,593ft)

6-7 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.

Day 9: Trek from Gurja village to Darsinge Kharka (3,600m/11,808ft)

5-6 hrs trek. Overnight in Camping.

Day 10: Trek from Darsinge Kharka to Burjunga Kharka (3,415m/11,201ft)

4-5 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.

Day 11: Trek from Burjunga Kharka to Churen Himal Base Camp (4600m/15,088)

2-3 hrs trek. Overnight in Camping.

Day 12 - 30: Climbing Period [Basecamp-Summit (7,371m/24,176ft)-Basecamp]

Our climbing Sherpa guide team will establish and secure climbing route in collaboration with other climbing teams participating on the route. Establish all high camps with camping equipment, provisions, oxygen and prepare high altitude food for the client. Full board also indistinguishable client on the route while ensuring their safety and well being.We move at the clients preferred pace and ensure total commitment to the client in case of emergency with the clients safety and well being being the overriding priority.

High camp service for the Full Board Service will consist of all of the equipment necessary to fix the route, all camping equipment, fuel and food for high camps.

Day 31: Clean up base camp and trek from Basecamp to Burjunga Kharka (3,415m/11,201ft)

4-5 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.

Day 32: Trek from Burjunga Kharka to Gurja Village (2,620m/8,593ft)

5-6 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.

Day 33: Trek from Gurjagoan village to Lulang village (2,200m/7,216ft)

5-6 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.

Day 34: Trek from Lulang to Dharapani to Darbang (1,110m/3,640ft)

5-6 hrs trek. Overnight in Tea house.

Day 35: Drive from Darbang to Pokhara via Beni (830m/2,722ft)

Overnight in hotel.

Day 36: Fly to Kathmandu

Late afternoon flight to Kathmandu. Overnight in Hotel.

Day 37: Leisure Day at Kathmandu

Leisure day at Kathmandu followed by farewell dinner & celebration. Leisure day at Kathmandu followed by farewell dinner & celebration. You can ask your guide to take you on a sightseeing trip inside Kathmandu Valley. On this day you can go to the various museums around the valley including the Narayanhiti Museum which earlier used to be the residence of the last king of Nepal. You may also go to the hilltop of Nagarkot. After some sightseeing around the world heritage sites in the valley, you will have a farewell dinner and enjoy with your Nepali friends and guide. You might even make plans for extending your stay for Chitwan jungle safari, rafting activities, and more with your guide.

Day 38: Departure

As per your flight schedule you'll be dropped to airport 3 hours prior to the flight time and your trip to Nepal ends here.

Includes

Airport/Hotel transfer in Kathmandu,
All ground transportation as per the itinerary by private vehicle in Kathmandu,
Hotel in Kathmandu for 3 nights pre and 2 nights post on B/B plan on sharing post,
Full-day Kathmandu Heritage site sightseeing by private tourist vehicle,
Professional English-speaking tour guide during sightseeing,
City tour entrance fees of the heritage sites,
Experienced and government-licensed high-altitude trekking and climbing guide during the trekking and climbing period,
All trekking and mountaineering equipment like; Kitchen tents, store tents, dining tents, toilet tents, tables chairs, and cooking utensils for advanced Base Camp and high camp,
Common climbing equipment (necessary fixed and main rope, ice bars, ice screws, snow bars, etc.)
Service of cook and kitchen boy at Base camp,
Food and accommodation during the trek in full board,
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner will be served at base camp,
All food and fuel for Base Camp and higher camps during the expedition for both members and crews,
Daily weather Report service from Seattle based,
Expedition Royalty and climbing permit of Nepal Government to climb Mt. Churen,
Nepal government Royalty and fees,
One experienced, trained, government-licensed, climbing/expedition Guide (Sherpa) per client,
All wages, equipment, medical and accidental insurance for all involved staff in trekking and expedition,
Group emergency equipment and medical supplies,
Medical consultation services at the base camp,
Equipment allowances and wages for climbing Sherpas, cooks, Kitchen boys,
Equipment allowance and wages for Government Liaison Officers,
Solar equipment for light and also for charging various electric devices,
1 generator at base camp for computers and other electronic devices,
Headset radios for communication in the mountain,
Satellite Phones (for personal use on the participants’ charge),
Internet at base camp (for personal use on the participants’ charge),
Appropriate food for high altitude and all climbing crew at base camp and above as required,
Rope fixing costs,
The heater will be provided at the base camp for heating the dining room,
Emergency Oxygen, mask, and regulator will be provided,
Travel and rescue arrangements, Ice fall usage Charge,
5 bottles of 3LTR Poisk Oxygen for members,
Daily Dispatches on www.wppnepal.com,
Welcome and Farewell dinner with beverages.

Excludes

Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary,
If required to change from airplane to helicopter to/from Pokhara due to weather issues, the additional cost of the helicopter will be shared amongst clients,
Personal trekking and climbing gear,
Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast and farewell dinner),
Alcohol and Beverages during the trek and climbing,
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, shower, etc.),
Emergency Medical Evacuation & any medical costs,
Any other item not listed in the 'Price Includes' section

Equipments

1.0 Travel Documents

Valid passport
Credit/Debit card
Passport size photo (6 pieces)
Insurance paper and contact address
Family contact number

2.0 Upper Body Wear

Expedition down jacket
Basecamp down jacket
Lightweight fleece top
Wind shirt
Gore-Tex jacket
Waterproof shell jacket
Base layers tops
Trekking cloths
Casual wear

3.0 Lower Body Wear

Thermal bottom base layer (2-3 pcs)
Fleece trousers (2-3 pcs)
Gore-Tex pants (1 pcs)
Mid-weight pants (1-2 pcs)
Lightweight quick dry trekking pants (2-3 pcs)
Gaiters for trekking boots
Down pant
Underwear (4-6 pcs)

4.0 Headwear

Sun cap
Desert cap
Balaclava
Banadana or Buff
Fleece hat
Neoprene face mask
Neck gaiter
Sunglass
Ski goggles

5.0 Handwear

Thin fleece gloves (2 pairs)
Liner gloves (2 pairs)
Wind stopper/screen tap gloves (2 pairs)
Mountaineering gloves with removable liners
Summit gloves-6000m

6.0 Footwear

Socks (6 pairs)
Lightweight shoes/sandals
Trekking boots
7000m mountaineering boots
Save gaiters
Down bivvy boots
Camp boots
Foot-wearing system

7.0 Sleeping Bags

Sleeping bag -20°c to -30°c for Base camp
Down Sleeping Bag -40°c for extreme comfort
Thermarests Mattress (Cell foam)
Down Matteres (Inflatable)
Sleeping bag Liner
Inflatable Pillow

8.0 Climbing Equipment

Power Bank
Pee Bottle
Altimeter watch
Pocket Knife
Walking Stick/Trekking Pole
Satellite Phone with credit
Battery
Headlight 500-700Lumens
Spare Snow Goggles
Tape Slings/240cm
Unlock Carabiner (2pcs)
Lock Carabiner (3pcs)
Climbing Helmet
Summit Down Suit – 7000m
Jumar / Ascender
Belay Devices / Figure of 8/ATC guide
Harness
Ice Axe with Spike & Axe Protector Crampons (fit with boot)/ Packing cover

9.0 Bag packs

Rucksacks 35 L -50 L
Duffle Bag 120 L – 150 L (2pcs)
Laundry / Garbage Bag (Large)
Water Proof Stuff Sacks / Dry Bag –small/medium / Large (3-4)pcs)

10.0 Sun stuff

Banana Boat/Nivea Sun Cream (up to -50SPF)
Lip Guard - 30 to -50 (SPF)
Sun Glasses (Uv Protection)
Glaciers Glasses (Uv Protection)
Moisturizer / Lotion

11.0 Toiletries (Personal)

Toilet Paper / Wet Tissue
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Soap
Shampoo
Towel
Garbage Bag

12.0 Eating & Drinkings

1 ltr. Water Bottle
1/1.5ltr. Thermos Mug (Opt.)
Spoon / Fork (opt.)
Bowl (opt.)

13.0 Medical / First Aid

Brufen / Ibuprofens
Antibiotic
Diamox
Paracetamol
Handy Plaster
Crack Bandage
Tincture
Iodine
Ondem
Cetirizine
Electrolyte
Minil 10mg (Palpitation, anxiety)
Codopar (Headache & chest pain)
Salbetol 4mg (Breathless)
Azithromycin 500mg (chronic tonsillitis, fever, nose, throat infection-must take 5 days)
Flupen 250mg (prevent wound infection)
Allegra 120/180mg (Allergic tonsil)
Menstrual Products