Chulu East Peak Climbing(6584m/21,601ft) is located just north of the Annapurna massif at 28°44'09''N / and 84°02'10" E. With its stunning setting, technical aspects, a spectacular 900m climbing route, and fast access to the peak, it makes this objective climbing second to none-in Nepal. Chulu East is part of the Chulurange, which consists of Chulu West6429m, Chulu Far East6029m, and Chulu West6584m. The Peak Chulu East provides breathtaking views of Annapurna (I II, III, and IV), Gangapurna, Glacier Dome, Dhaulagiri, Tilicho Peak, and Mt. Manaslu. Chulu Far East was first ascended in 1955 by a German expedition via the Northeast Ridge. Chulu East was first climbed in 1979 by Dick Isherwood & John Noble via the Northeast Ridge. It forms an integral part of Manang Himal, combining both Chulu East and Chulu West Peaks. SA climbs are best in the spring and autumn seasons. itineraries
To approach Chulu East Peak's base camp, you start with overland transportation via a private vehicle. After arriving in the village of Besisahar, you begin your trek, which first leads you into the Marsyandi Valley. The sheer diversity of flora and fauna along the trail to Chulu East Peak Climbing is incredible. The trekking to get to Chulu peak base camp through the Annapurna Circuit will take about a week.
The standard climbing route is via Northeast ridge. We will attempt the summit from high camp (5400m) located just below Chulu Far East(6059m). The high center or(C1) lies 3.7km North of base camp, the average slope between BC-C1 is 22°with an elevation gain of 900m. We take one day for acclimatization at C1, but we adjust the schedule accordingly if the client needs more time. The summit route is 4.5km long from the high camp. It requires advanced glacier travel skills and navigation to reach the bottom of the summit ridge successfully. The steep of the entire climb is at the bottom of the summit ridge, where you encounter a slope of 45° for 450m. Once on the hill, the average gradient is below 30°, and the overall distance measures 2km; along this ridge, there are 600m of elevation gain. Summit day will be very long and strenuous, and you have to climb from high camp to the summit and return to the Base Camp one day. A total distance of 12km, a total elevation gain of 1400m, and an elevation loss of 2300m.
Along the way, Satori Adventures plans into the itinerary a Chulu Peak climb, which consists of moderate snow and ice climbing over 6000m. After your successful summit of Chulu East, you will make your way up through the Throng La Pass (5416m) then down into the spectacular Muktinath valley. The next day you will start your descent down to Jomsom and then finally fly out of Pokhara.
Satori Adventures provides very professional, helpful, and friendly service from Kathmandu to the summit throughout this expedition. Our objective is to provide good quality, useful, safe, pleasant, stress-free, and comprehensive service to maximize your summit opportunity. Depending on the size of the group, Satori issues staff for each expedition. We try to provide as little staff as possible to keep your costs down. We supply chefs and kitchen assistants that prepare and serve three delicious and freshly cooked meals a day; along with that, hot drinks are available 24hrs a day. At base camp and the high camps, we provide spacious expedition quality personal tents for all our clients. Sherpa will set up intermediate facilities above base camp (medium meaning lightly equipped with food, water, gear). Upon the client's request, we supply a personal climbing Sherpa in a 2:1 ratio, two clients for 1 Sherpa.
Highest access: 6584m (21,601ft)
First Ascent: Dick Isherwood & John Noble. May 1979
Duration: 21 Days
Group Size: 01-10 persons per Group.
Co-ordinates: 28°44'09''N / 84°02'10'' E
Location: Annapurna Region
Country: Nepal
Airport: TIA (Kathmandu)
Departure From: Kathmandu
Grade: Peu Difficile + (PD+)
Accommodation: Tourist standard to five star as request
Meals: B/B plan in Kathmandu & Pokhara. B/L/D during the trekking and climbing period
Transportation: Car, jeep, mini bus, flight
Best season: Spring (April, May) and autumn (October, November)
Major Activity: Trekking/climbing
Include Activity: Sightseeing at Pokhara
Culture: Gurung, Thakali and Bharman
Mode of Travel: Tea House/Camping
Climbing route: Northeast ridge
Himalayan sights: Annapurna, Gangapurna, Fishtail
I've just returned from an incredible experience climbing Chulu Far East and trekking the Annapurna circuit with Satori. I can t speak highly enough of Rishi and his team at Satori - everything was perfect, from the first email I sent to our last dinner in Kathmandu. Rishi himself is one of the warmest, most kind heated and hard working people I have ever met. He looked after me from start to finish, ensuring my climb ran smoothly even when he wasn t there. He provided full assistance and advice when the climbing conditions changed due to bad weather. Other clients I dined with in Kathmandu confirmed he d done the same with them. When my trek had to finish early due to illness he let me stay in his (beautiful) hotel in Kathmandu, assisted me in getting medical help and stayed in touch with me until I left Nepal. My climbing guide Ongchhu was incredibly professional and experienced, having climbing Everest 3 times (and pretty much every mountain in Nepal!). Not only this but he was, as were my two porters, lovely (and hilarious) company. They felt like close family for the 2 and a half weeks I was with them. I now consider all four of them dear friends and can t wait to return to Nepal to climb with Satori again. I put my full trust in Satori and they delivered beyond I ever expected... I m so grateful and can t wait to return to climb with them again next year. Thank you Rishi mero sathi...