Mountaineering
Saribung Peak Climbing
Saribung Peak Climbing
Saribung Peak 6,328m (20,761ft) is located in a corner of the upper Mustang area in the Damodar Himalayan range in western Nepal, near the Nepal Tibet frontier. Nepal's government only opened the peak in 2006 to ascend expeditions. In this Saribung peak climbing journey, we pursue the upper Mustang trek towards Lo manthang. Further, we explore the beautiful Luri Gompa before going off into the wilderness of Namta Khola Valley. The Saribung expedition itinerary helps you to see spectacular and unique landscapes, observe various cultures and religions. We will also trek through the Nar and Phu valleys after the successful Saribung expedition. Saribung peak climbing is a fairly simple trek to seasoned mountaineers. But passing high passes like Saribung La at over 5,600 m and Kang La at over 5,200 m is physically difficult and demanding. Wongchhu Peak Promotion has planned this Saribung Expedition including the exploration of the restricted upper Mustang area, the walled town of Lo manthang and the Nar Phu valleys, all of which are well-known and inspiring trekking destinations.
Overview
Trip Code
WPP-002-SPC
Destination
Nepal
Altitude
6328m
Region
Mustang Region
Season
Spring and Autumn
Difficulty
Moderate
Accomodation
Hotel, Tea House & Tent
Duration
27 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 from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m/2,997ft)
Day
5 : Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2,743m/8,997ft) then trek to Kagbeni (2,810m/9,216ft)
Day
6 : Trekking from Kagbeni (2,810m/9,216ft) to Chaqile (3,050m/10,004ft)
Day
7 : Trekking from Chaile to Syangboche (3,475m/11,398ft)
Day
8 : Trekking from Syangboche to Ghami (3,520m/11,545ft)
Day
9 : Trekking from Ghami to Tsarang (3,500m/11,480ft)
Day
10 : Trekking from Tsarang to Lo Manthang (3,700m/12,136ft)
Day
11 : Rest day at Lo Manthang (3,700m/12,136ft)
Day
12 : Trek from Lo-Manthang to Yara (3,900m/12,792ft)
Day
13 : Trek from Yara to Luri Cave Monastery (4,005m/13,136ft)
Day
14 : Trek from Luri Cave monastery to Ghuma Thanti (4,600m/15,088ft)
Day
15 : Trek from Ghuma Thanti to Namta Khola (4,890m/16,039ft)
Day
16 : Trek from Namta Khola to Saribung Base Camp (4,950m/16,236ft)
Day
17 : Acclimatization day at Base Camp
Day
18 : Climbing from Base camp to Camp I (5,730m/18,794ft)
Day
19 : Summit Saribung Peak (6,328m/20,755ft) & back to base camp
Day
20 : Trek from Saribung Base camp to Nagoru (4,400m/14,432ft) via Saribung Pass (6,020m/19,745ft)
Day
21 : Trek from Nagoru to Phu Gaon (4,080m/13,382ft)
Day
22 : Trek from Phu-Gaon to Meta (3,560m/11,676ft)
Day
23 : Trek from Meta to Koto (2,610m/8,560ft)
Day
24 : Drive from Koto to Besisahar (823m/2,699ft)
Day
25 : Drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)
Day
26 : Leisure day at Kathmandu
Day
27 : 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 from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m/2,997ft)
Morning flight to Pokhara. It is about 25 min flight. Overnight in Hotel.
Day 5: Fly from Pokhara to Jomsom (2,743m/8,997ft) then trek to Kagbeni (2,810m/9,216ft)
20 min flight from Pokhara & 3-4 hrs trek to Kagbeni. Overnight Camping/Lodge.
Day 6: Trekking from Kagbeni (2,810m/9,216ft) to Chaqile (3,050m/10,004ft)
5-6 hrs trek. Overnight Camping/Lodge.
Day 7: Trekking from Chaile to Syangboche (3,475m/11,398ft)
5-6 hrs trek. Overnight Camping/Lodge.
Day 8: Trekking from Syangboche to Ghami (3,520m/11,545ft)
5-6 hrs trek. Overnight Camping/Lodge.
Day 9: Trekking from Ghami to Tsarang (3,500m/11,480ft)
4-5 hrs trek. Overnight Camping/Lodge.
Day 10: Trekking from Tsarang to Lo Manthang (3,700m/12,136ft)
5-6 hrs trek. Overnight Camping/Lodge.
Day 11: Rest day at Lo Manthang (3,700m/12,136ft)
Explore the fascinating city of Lo Manthang. Overnight Camping/Lodge.
Day 12: Trek from Lo-Manthang to Yara (3,900m/12,792ft)
5-6 hrs trek. Overnight Camping/Lodge.
Day 13: Trek from Yara to Luri Cave Monastery (4,005m/13,136ft)
4-5 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.
Day 14: Trek from Luri Cave monastery to Ghuma Thanti (4,600m/15,088ft)
5-6 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.
Day 15: Trek from Ghuma Thanti to Namta Khola (4,890m/16,039ft)
7-8 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.
Day 16: Trek from Namta Khola to Saribung Base Camp (4,950m/16,236ft)
6-7 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.
Day 17: Acclimatization day at Base Camp
Acclimatize & explore surrounding area at Base Camp. Overnight Camping.
Day 18: Climbing from Base camp to Camp I (5,730m/18,794ft)
5-6 hrs climb. Overnight Camping.
Day 19: Summit Saribung Peak (6,328m/20,755ft) & back to base camp
8-9 hrs climbing & descend. Overnight Camping.
Day 20: Trek from Saribung Base camp to Nagoru (4,400m/14,432ft) via Saribung Pass (6,020m/19,745ft)
7-8 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.
Day 21: Trek from Nagoru to Phu Gaon (4,080m/13,382ft)
5-6 hrs trek. Overnight in Lodge/Teahouse.
Day 22: Trek from Phu-Gaon to Meta (3,560m/11,676ft)
4-5 hrs trek. Overnight in Lodge/Teahouse.
Day 23: Trek from Meta to Koto (2,610m/8,560ft)
4-5 hrs trek. Overnight Camping.
Day 24: Drive from Koto to Besisahar (823m/2,699ft)
7-8 hrs drive. Overnight in Lodge.
Day 25: Drive from Besisahar to Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)
7-8 hrs drive. Overnight in Hotel.
Day 26: Leisure day at Kathmandu
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 27: Departure
Finally, it’s SEE OFF TIME. There is nothing to do but trade emails with your travel companions and organize your photos. You will be picked from Hotel by representatives of Wongchhu Peak Promotion staff and dropped at Tribhuvan International Airport 3 hours earlier than your flight time with a hope to see you again. On your way home you'll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.
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 Saribung Peak,
- 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
- 6000m 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 – 6000m
- 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
14.0 Miscellaneous
- Nail cutter
- Umbrella /Raincoat
- Hot water bag
- Tenacious Tape Repair Kits
- Camera
- GPS Tracker (Recommended)
- Hand & Toe Warmer
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